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Israel-Lebanon Conflict: Airstrikes Continue Amidst Ceasefire Talks
Israeli airstrikes continue in Lebanon, targeting Hezbollah, as a potential ceasefire is discussed with the US. Casualties are high on both sides, and Israel's terms for a truce are stringent.
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HezbollahIsraeli MilitaryLebanese Health MinistryUnited NationsWhite House
Amos HochsteinJoe BidenNabih BerriGideon SaarIsrael Katz
- How many casualties have resulted from the conflict?
- Casualties from the conflict are significant, with the Lebanese health ministry reporting at least 3,365 deaths in Lebanon since hostilities began a year ago. Israel reports approximately 100 casualties on its side.
- What are Israel's conditions for accepting a ceasefire?
- Israel's defense minister, Israel Katz, stated that Israel will not agree to a ceasefire unless Hezbollah is disarmed and withdraws north of the Litani River, and that Israel reserves the right to intervene to enforce any ceasefire.
- What is the history of the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah?
- Israel launched a major offensive against Hezbollah in late September, following nearly a year of cross-border conflict. The Israeli military claims to have destroyed Hezbollah weapons facilities, while Hezbollah has fired rockets into Israel.
- What is the current situation in Lebanon regarding Israeli airstrikes?
- Israeli airstrikes on Hezbollah-controlled areas in Lebanon continued for a second day, killing eight people, including children. The strikes targeted buildings in the Beirut suburb of Dahiyeh and Aramoun.
- What is the status of ceasefire negotiations between Israel and Lebanon?
- US envoy Amos Hochstein expressed hope for a ceasefire in Lebanon, suggesting a last-ditch effort by the Biden administration. However, Lebanese officials await concrete proposals and emphasized adherence to UN Resolution 1701.