Nabatiyeh
Coverage of Nabatiyeh in the Nexus archive.
- Unicef: 100,000 Lebanese children risk missing school next year
UNICEF warns that 100,000 Lebanese children risk missing school next year due to 340 damaged or destroyed schools from Israeli bombardments. A June assessment by Lebanon's Ministry of Education revealed extensive damage in conflict-affected regions, requiring urgent repairs before September.
- Lebanon’s deal with Israel requires Hezbollah to disarm. That might be difficult
Lebanon and Israel signed a framework agreement in Washington to end their conflict, conditioning Israel's withdrawal on Hezbollah's disarmament. Hezbollah leader Naim Kassem rejected the deal, calling it a 'humiliation,' and vowed continued resistance until Israel leaves Lebanon. Previous ceasefire agreements between the two sides have failed to materialize on the ground.
- Lebanon's deal with Israel requires Hezbollah to disarm. That might be difficult
Lebanon and Israel signed a framework agreement in Washington to end conflict, linking Israel’s withdrawal to Hezbollah’s disarmament. Hezbollah leader Naim Kassem rejected the deal, calling it a 'humiliation,' and warned of continued resistance, while protests erupted in Beirut. The agreement includes pilot zones for Israeli withdrawal and a non-public security annex detailing troop deployments.
- Deadly fighting persists in Lebanon as the US-Iran deal is under threat
Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon killed at least 16 people, including two children, threatening an interim US-Iran agreement to end Middle East conflict. Fighting between Israel and Hezbollah persists despite reported ceasefire efforts, with both sides accusing each other of violations.
- Deadly fighting persists in Lebanon as the US-Iran deal is under threat
Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon killed 16 people, including two children, threatening an interim US-Iran agreement to end regional conflict. Hezbollah and Israel accused each other of violating a reported ceasefire, with fighting persisting near the border despite mediation efforts.
- Fighting persists in Lebanon despite a ceasefire as the US-Iran deal is under threat
Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon killed at least seven people, including two children, hours after reports of a ceasefire agreement emerged. The ongoing fighting threatens an interim U.S.-Iran deal aimed at ending the Middle East war, which includes reopening the Strait of Hormuz and restarting Iran's nuclear program talks.
- Fighting persists in Lebanon despite a ceasefire as the US-Iran deal is under threat
Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon killed at least seven people, including two children, hours after reports of a ceasefire agreement emerged. The ongoing fighting between Israel and Hezbollah threatens an interim US-Iran deal aimed at ending the Middle East conflict, with mediators scrambling to halt hostilities.
- Fighting persists in Lebanon despite a ceasefire as the US-Iran deal is under threat
Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon killed at least seven people, including two children, hours after reports of a U.S.-Iran ceasefire agreement emerged. Ongoing fighting between Israel and Hezbollah threatens the interim deal, which aims to halt military operations and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Mediators, including Qatar, the U.S., and Iran, are working to stop the clashes, but delays in U.S.-Iran talks in Switzerland highlight the fragility of the agreement.
- Few residents return to Lebanon’s Nabatiyeh after a US-Iran truce with fighting nearby
Residents in Lebanon's Nabatiyeh are cautiously returning to check on homes destroyed by Israeli airstrikes following a U.S.-Iran truce aimed at ending the Israel-Hezbollah war. Despite limited reductions in fighting, ongoing uncertainty about the truce's durability and continued military activity near the city persist.
- Few residents return to Lebanon’s Nabatiyeh after a US-Iran truce with fighting nearby
Residents of Lebanon's Nabatiyeh have returned to find their homes destroyed or damaged by war, following a US-Iran truce amid nearby fighting.
- Few residents return to Lebanon's Nabatiyeh after a US-Iran truce with fighting nearby
Residents of Lebanon's Nabatiyeh have cautiously returned to check on damaged homes following a U.S.-Iran truce aimed at ending the Israel-Hezbollah war, though fighting persists and previous ceasefires have been fragile. Aida Jleilati and her daughter salvaged belongings from their airstrike-destroyed home, highlighting the ongoing destruction in the historically significant city.
- Few residents return to Lebanon's Nabatiyeh after a US-Iran truce with fighting nearby
Residents in Lebanon's Nabatiyeh are cautiously returning to check on damaged homes after a U.S.-Iran truce aimed at ending the Israel-Hezbollah conflict, though fighting persists nearby. Aida Jleilati and her daughter salvaged belongings from their destroyed home amid ongoing uncertainty about the truce's durability.
- Lebanese army withdraws from southern village after Israeli troops advance nearby
The Lebanese army withdrew from a southern village after Israeli forces advanced nearby, prompting evacuation warnings and airstrikes in the region. Hezbollah reported attacks on Israeli troops, while reports suggest a potential U.S.-Iran agreement to end regional conflict, including Lebanon.
- Lebanese army withdraws from southern village after Israeli troops advance nearby
The Lebanese army withdrew from a southern village after Israeli troops advanced nearby, with Israeli forces likely attempting to capture a strategic hill. Airstrikes and artillery shelling in the region killed two people, and Hezbollah reported drone attacks on Israeli troops.
- Lebanese army withdraws from southern village after Israeli troops advance nearby
The Lebanese army withdrew from Kfar Tebnit in southern Lebanon after Israeli troops advanced nearby, triggering evacuation warnings for 20 locations. Airstrikes and artillery shelling in the area killed two people, with Israeli forces likely targeting the strategic Ali Taher hill. Potential U.S.-Iran ceasefire talks involving Lebanon were mentioned, though Israel and Hezbollah continue clashes despite an existing ceasefire agreement.
- Lebanese army withdraws from southern village after Israeli troops advance nearby
The Lebanese army withdrew from a southern village after Israeli troops advanced nearby, leading to airstrikes and artillery shelling in the area. Israeli forces targeted strategic locations like Ali Taher hill, while reports indicated ongoing US-Iran negotiations for a Middle East war-ending agreement involving Lebanon. Hezbollah, backed by Iran, continues attacks despite a ceasefire agreement.
- Lebanese army withdraws from southern village after Israeli troops advance nearby
The Lebanese army withdrew from a southern village after Israeli forces advanced nearby, leading to airstrikes and artillery shelling in the region. Israeli troops are attempting to capture a strategic hill near Kfar Tebnit, while ongoing conflicts between Israel and Hezbollah continue despite a ceasefire agreement.
- Lebanese army withdraws from southern village after Israeli troops advance nearby
The Lebanese army withdrew from a base in Kfar Tebnit after Israeli troops advanced nearby, prompting evacuation warnings for 20 locations. Israeli forces targeted strategic areas, including the Ali Taher hill and Beaufort Castle, while airstrikes and artillery shelling caused casualties in southern Lebanon. Ongoing conflict between Israel and Hezbollah continues despite a ceasefire agreement, with over 3,700 Lebanese fatalities reported.
- Displaced Lebanese seek refuge in Jezzine as Israeli strikes continue
Israeli strikes continue in southern Lebanon despite a fragile ceasefire, targeting areas near Nabatiyeh and displacing civilians. Displaced Lebanese have sought refuge in Jezzine, as reported by FRANCE 24's Antonia Kerrigan.
- Israeli airstrikes kill 9 including Lebanese army officers after ceasefire deal
Israeli airstrikes in southern Lebanon killed nine people, including three Lebanese military officers, days after a U.S.-brokered ceasefire deal. The Lebanese army condemned the attacks as attempts to disrupt the truce, while Iran's foreign minister accused Lebanon's government of being influenced by Israel. Hezbollah, which opposes the ceasefire, has been a key factor in ongoing hostilities.
- An Israeli airstrike on southern Lebanon kills Lebanese troops days after ceasefire
An Israeli airstrike in southern Lebanon killed several Lebanese military members, including a senior officer, days after a U.S.-brokered ceasefire deal. The conflict, which began in March 2026 following Hezbollah's rocket attack on Israel, has resulted in over 3,500 deaths in Lebanon and significant territorial displacement.
- An Israeli airstrike on southern Lebanon kills Lebanese troops days after ceasefire
An Israeli airstrike in southern Lebanon killed several Lebanese military members, including a senior officer, days after a U.S.-brokered ceasefire. The strike occurred on a road linking Nabatiyeh and Marjayoun, and follows ongoing conflict since March 2 when Hezbollah initiated hostilities by firing rockets at Israel. Over 3,500 people have been killed in Lebanon since the war began.
- Israel strikes just south of Beirut ahead of second day of critical ceasefire talks
An Israeli strike hit a car south of Beirut ahead of critical ceasefire talks between Lebanon and Israel in Washington. The U.S.-brokered agreement aims to prevent Israeli strikes on Beirut's southern suburbs and halt Hezbollah attacks on northern Israel, with Lebanon seeking a comprehensive ceasefire and Israel demanding Hezbollah's disarmament.
- Israel strikes just south of Beirut ahead of second day of critical ceasefire talks
An Israeli strike hit a car near Beirut as critical ceasefire talks between Lebanon and Israel began in Washington. The U.S.-brokered agreement aims to halt Israeli strikes on Beirut's southern suburbs and end Hezbollah attacks on northern Israel, but tensions persist with ongoing strikes in southern Lebanon and casualties reported.
- Israel strikes southern Lebanon despite Trump’s effort to shore up ceasefire
Israeli warplanes conducted dozens of airstrikes in southern Lebanon and issued an evacuation warning for Nabatiyeh, despite a ceasefire agreement brokered by Donald Trump. Trump claimed he stopped an imminent strike on Beirut and secured a commitment from Israel's prime minister and Hezbollah representatives to halt all shooting.
- Israel kills 8 in Lebanon, a day after Trump said Israel and Hezbollah will de-escalate
Israeli drone strikes in southern Lebanon killed eight people, including two children and their father, despite U.S. President Trump's claim that Israel and Hezbollah agreed to de-escalate. Hostilities continue with Hezbollah launching attacks and Israel threatening strikes on Beirut's southern suburbs. A second round of U.S.-mediated ceasefire talks between Israel and Lebanon is scheduled.
- Israel kills 8 in Lebanon, a day after Trump said Israel and Hezbollah will de-escalate
Israeli drone strikes in southern Lebanon killed eight people, including a father and his two children, a day after President Trump claimed Israel and Hezbollah would de-escalate. Hezbollah continued attacking Israeli forces and civilians, while Israeli forces made their deepest incursion into Lebanon in 26 years. Talks in Washington aim to secure a ceasefire, but violence persists.
- Israel kills 8 in southern Lebanon, a day after Trump said Israel and Hezbollah will de-escalate
Israeli drone strikes in southern Lebanon killed eight people, including a father and his two children, a day after Trump claimed Israel and Hezbollah would de-escalate tensions. Hezbollah continued attacks on Israeli targets, while Israel threatened to strike Beirut’s southern suburbs if Hezbollah persists. The Israeli military denied knowledge of strikes near Harouf, and a Washington-brokered ceasefire has not halted exchanges.
- Israel kills 8 in southern Lebanon, a day after Trump said Israel and Hezbollah to de-escalate
Israeli drone strikes in southern Lebanon killed eight people, including a family, a day after Trump urged de-escalation. Hezbollah fired rockets at northern Israel, and Israeli forces made their deepest incursion into Lebanon in 26 years. A second round of Israel-Lebanon talks in Washington aims to extend a ceasefire.
- Israel kills 8 in southern Lebanon, a day after Trump said Israel and Hezbollah to de-escalate
Israeli drone strikes in southern Lebanon killed eight people, including a family of three, a day after U.S. President Donald Trump urged de-escalation between Israel and Hezbollah. The attacks occurred amid ongoing tensions and a second round of Israel-Lebanon ceasefire talks in Washington.
- Israel orders strikes on Beirut’s southern suburbs as Hezbollah rockets hit northern Israel
Israel ordered strikes on Beirut’s southern suburbs, targeting Hezbollah, after the group resumed rocket attacks on northern Israel. The actions occurred amid a ceasefire that has been violated, with both sides exchanging fire and casualties reported. Upcoming talks between Israel and Lebanon in Washington aim to address the conflict, though Hezbollah has rejected direct negotiations.
- Israeli army captures strategic Crusader-built castle in Lebanon
Israeli troops have captured Beaufort Castle, a strategic mountain-top Crusader-built fortress in southern Lebanon, following days of air strikes and fighting with Hezbollah militants. The military described the capture as a major advance in the ongoing Israel-Hezbollah war, marking the deepest incursion into Lebanon in over 25 years.
- Israeli army captures strategic castle in Lebanon in deepest incursion into country in 26 years
Israeli troops captured Beaufort Castle in southern Lebanon, marking the deepest incursion into the country in 26 years amid ongoing conflict with Hezbollah. The castle, a strategic Crusader-built fortress, was previously held by Israel in 1982 before its 2000 withdrawal.
- Middle East crisis live: Israeli army captures strategic castle in Lebanon in deepest incursion into country in 26 years
The Israeli army captured Beaufort Castle in Lebanon, marking its deepest incursion into the country in 26 years despite a nominal ceasefire. The move follows heavy Hezbollah fire toward northern Israel, leading to school closures and restrictions. The castle provides Israeli forces with a strategic overlook over southern Lebanon and northern Israel.
- Israeli army captures strategic castle in Lebanon in deepest incursion into country in 26 years
Israeli troops captured Beaufort Castle in southern Lebanon, marking their deepest incursion into the country in 26 years. The operation, part of the ongoing Israel-Hezbollah war, involved intense fighting and airstrikes near the castle. Israel expanded its military operations beyond the Litani River, designating areas as a combat zone and urging residents to evacuate.
- Middle east live: Israel says ground forces 'expanding' in Lebanon
Israel's military reported expanding its ground forces into additional areas of southern Lebanon. Israeli troops captured a strategic mountain with a Crusader-built castle near Nabatiyeh, marking the deepest incursion into Lebanon in over 25 years.
- Israeli launches strikes near ancient heritage castle site in southern Lebanon
Israeli air force and artillery strikes targeted the area near the Crusader-built Beaufort castle in southern Lebanon, with evacuation warnings issued for villages. Lebanese officials criticized Israel's actions as a policy of destruction, while Hezbollah and Israeli forces exchanged strikes despite a U.S.-brokered ceasefire. An airstrike in Gaza killed a nurse, and further talks between Lebanese and Israeli officials are scheduled.
- Israel’s military tells residents across southern Lebanon to leave as it fights Hezbollah
Israel's military ordered southern Lebanon residents to evacuate as it expands operations against Hezbollah, escalating conflict near the Litani River and Nabatiyeh. The warning follows daily attacks by both sides and precedes planned ceasefire discussions at the Pentagon.
- Israel issues fresh evacuation orders in south Lebanon despite ceasefire
Israel has issued evacuation orders in the southern Lebanese town of Nabatiyeh amid threats of renewed strikes against Hezbollah, despite an ongoing ceasefire. The move follows Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's pledge to intensify attacks after an Israeli soldier was killed by a Hezbollah-operated fibre optic drone.