Middle East conflict: Fresh Israeli airstrikes hit Lebanon despite truce extension
🔴 Tension RisingMint2026-05-16
Israel initiated fresh aerial attacks against Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon, following a US-brokered ceasefire extension. Hezbollah continues to resist diplomatic negotiations and maintain a campaign of strikes against northern Israel. Iran expressed skepticism towards US intentions and sought Chinese mediation to de-escalate the regional conflict.