southern Lebanon
Coverage of southern Lebanon in the Nexus archive.
- Vessel is attacked in Hormuz, Israeli strike kills 9 in Lebanon, and other news from the Middle East
The United Arab Emirates accused Iran of attacking an ADNOC vessel in the Strait of Hormuz. Meanwhile, Israeli airstrikes killed at least nine people in southern Lebanon, marking one of the deadliest attacks since a truce began. Additionally, Iranian-backed Houthis attacked a crucial Red Sea port in Yemen.
- Israeli airstrike on southern Lebanon kills 7 people, Lebanese state media say
An Israeli airstrike on southern Lebanon killed seven people, including three children and two women, according to Lebanese state media. The strike targeted a home near Ansar despite a precarious truce between Israel and Hezbollah that began on June 20. In response, the Israeli military stated it struck Hezbollah infrastructure in the area.
- Vessel is attacked in Hormuz, Israeli strike kills 7 in Lebanon, and other news from the Middle East
Recent conflicts across the Middle East include an attack on a tanker belonging to ADNOC in the Strait of Hormuz and an Israeli strike in Southern Lebanon that killed seven people. Separately, Iranian-backed Houthis attacked a Red Sea port under government control in Yemen, marking a continued escalation of regional instability.
- Israeli airstrike on southern Lebanon kills 7 people, Lebanese state media say
An Israeli airstrike on southern Lebanon killed seven people, and the Lebanese state-run National News Agency reported that three others were wounded in the strike. The death toll occurs within the context of a framework agreement regarding Israeli withdrawal from southern Lebanon.
- Israeli airstrike on southern Lebanon kills 7 people, Lebanese state media say
An Israeli airstrike targeting southern Lebanon resulted in the deaths of seven people and injured three individuals. These details were reported by Lebanese state media.
- Israeli airstrike on southern Lebanon kills 7 people, Lebanese state media say
An Israeli airstrike in southern Lebanon killed seven people and wounded three early Saturday. Despite a framework agreement for Israeli withdrawal from the area, intense strikes continued, reportedly hitting strategic spots like Ali Taher hill. Hezbollah remains opposed to the deal announced between Israel and the Lebanese government.
- How Israel is making southern Lebanon ‘unliveable’
According to the article, Israeli forces have systematically destroyed homes, roads, farmland, and forests. This destructive activity has been reported despite an existing ceasefire with Hizbollah.
- 2 soldiers killed in Lebanon in the first Israeli deaths since June truce with Hezbollah
Two Israeli soldiers were killed in an explosion in southern Lebanon, marking the first Israeli deaths since a shaky truce with Hezbollah was implemented in June. The escalation came after Israel launched strikes and issued warnings due to what it described as Hezbollah's violation of the ceasefire. Discussions between Lebanese and Israeli negotiators regarding withdrawal from occupied areas stalled amid the ongoing ground conflict.
- 2 soldiers killed in Lebanon in the first Israeli deaths since June truce with Hezbollah
Two Israeli soldiers were killed in combat in southern Lebanon. These deaths mark the first casualties for Israel since a shaky truce was implemented between Israel and Hezbollah in June.
- 2 soldiers killed in Lebanon in the first Israeli deaths since June truce with Hezbollah
The Israeli military reported that two of its soldiers were killed in combat in southern Lebanon, marking the first such deaths since a June truce with Hezbollah. The escalation occurred after Israel launched strikes on Wednesday following what it described as Hezbollah’s violation of the ceasefire and issued warnings for residents to flee.
- 2 soldiers killed in Lebanon in the first Israeli deaths since June truce with Hezbollah
Two Israeli soldiers were killed in combat in southern Lebanon, marking the first Israeli deaths since a truce with Hezbollah began in June. The escalation followed Israeli strikes in response to what Israel described as Hezbollah violating the ceasefire, and talks between negotiators ended early due to the on-ground conflict.
- Israeli army says two soldiers killed in southern Lebanon, the first Israeli deaths since June truce with Hezbollah
The Israeli army reported that two soldiers were killed in southern Lebanon. These deaths mark the first fatalities involving Israelis since a truce was established with Hezbollah in June.
- Israeli military says it accidentally launched an interceptor after misidentifying its own military fire
The Israeli military accidentally launched an interceptor missile after misidentifying its own military fire during operations in southern Lebanon. No injuries were reported, and the incident is under review.
- Israeli military strikes southern Lebanon after evacuation warning to village
The Israeli military conducted targeted strikes in southern Lebanon following a U.S.-facilitated meeting between Israel and Lebanon in Rome. The strikes, attributed to a 'Hezbollah violation', killed one person and injured 12 others in the southern town of Tibnin, according to the Lebanese health ministry.
- Far-right Israeli settlers illegally enter Lebanon, most escorted back
A group of far-right Israeli settlers from the Uri Tzafon Movement illegally crossed into southern Lebanon. Most were escorted back to Israel by the military, while some remain missing. Several Israeli officials, including National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, have supported building settlements in southern Lebanon.
- Middle East: Israel strikes southern Lebanon, accuses Hezbollah of 'blatant' ceasefire violation
Israel's military is conducting precision strikes against Hezbollah in southern Lebanon, accusing the group of violating a ceasefire. Residents of Mansouri were urged to evacuate ahead of the strikes.
- Here are the latest developments in the Middle East
Israel's military has ordered residents in southern Lebanon to evacuate for the first time in weeks, citing a 'blatant violation of the ceasefire' by the Iranian-backed Hezbollah.
- Israeli army says it begun striking southern Lebanon
The Israeli military has begun striking southern Lebanon in response to Hezbollah's 'blatant violation of the ceasefire.' The attacks occurred despite ongoing US-sponsored negotiations between Israel and Lebanon in Rome today.
- Israel issues evacuation warning to village in southern Lebanon
The Israeli military issued an evacuation warning to Mansouri village in southern Lebanon, as reported by Reuters. This marks the first such online warning by Israel for Lebanon in over a month.
- Seventh round of Israel-Lebanon talks begins – what’s on the agenda?
The seventh round of Israel-Lebanon talks begins, focusing on ongoing tensions. Israel continues to occupy and strike southern Lebanon during these discussions.
- Amid negotiations, Israel keeps southern Lebanon in fear with massive detonations
Israeli forces conducted explosions in southern Lebanon, causing silica dust to cover the hills of Arnoun and Al-Shaqif on July 31, 2026, amid ongoing negotiations. The detonations have heightened fear in the region.
- Israel says it killed three Hezbollah fighters despite ceasefire
The Israeli military claims it killed three Hezbollah fighters in southern Lebanon near Beaufort Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, despite existing ceasefire agreements. The attack occurred on the Ali Taher ridge during Israel's ongoing incursion into the region.
- Lebanese who fled the Israeli invasion visit to see what's left
Residents of the ancient town of Nabatiyeh in southern Lebanon, who fled the Israeli invasion, are returning to assess the damage from the latest conflict. The town has faced past wars but is now enduring a new Israeli-Israeli conflict that is testing their resilience.
- Lebanese who fled the Israeli invasion visit to see what's left
Residents of the ancient town of Nabatiyeh in southern Lebanon, who have endured past wars, are facing a new challenge with the latest conflict against Israel, which is testing their endurance. Lebanese who fled the Israeli invasion are returning to assess the remaining state of their town.
- Lebanese army commander says Israel persists in 'obstructing' deployment efforts
Lebanese army commander Rodolphe Haykal accused Israel of obstructing the deployment of Lebanese military forces in southern Lebanon. He stated that Israeli attacks and demolitions continue despite a US-brokered agreement for Tel Aviv's withdrawal, which includes Lebanese army deployment in evacuated areas to disarm Hezbollah.
- IDF demolishes Hezbollah tunnels below southern Lebanon’s Beaufort Ridge
The IDF demolished Hezbollah tunnels beneath southern Lebanon’s Beaufort Ridge in response to a drone attack a day earlier. The demolition was postponed earlier due to a framework deal reached in June.
- IDF demolishes Hezbollah tunnels below southern Lebanon’s Beaufort Ridge
The IDF demolished Hezbollah tunnels beneath southern Lebanon’s Beaufort Ridge. A separate video showed Haredi males attacking off-duty troops and border cops in Jerusalem. Ex-hostage Evyatar David recounted a harrowing video one year later.
- Israel carries out demolitions near Unesco site in Lebanon
Israel's military destroyed several 'key features' of an alleged underground tunnel network near the historic Beaufort Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Lebanon. The castle, known as Qalaat al-Shaqif in Arabic, is a strategic vantage point located 5km from Nabatieh, southern Lebanon. Israel seized the castle in May, having previously captured it in 1982 before withdrawing in 2000.
- Katz boasts of ending administrative detention for Jews, increasing its use against Arabs
Israeli Defense Minister Katz boasted about ending administrative detention for Jews while increasing its use against Arabs. He also highlighted the IDF's demolition of 24 historic villages in southern Lebanon, which included 15,000 to 20,000 homes.
- Hezbollah launches explosive drone at IDF vehicle in ‘blatant violation’ of cease-fire
Hezbollah launched a suicide drone targeting an IDF military vehicle in the Ali al-Taher Ridge area of the Israeli-controlled security zone in Southern Lebanon, according to an IDF statement. The attack is described as a 'blatant violation' of the cease-fire.
- Israeli forces strike towns in southern Lebanon’s Tyre district again
Israeli forces have attacked the Lebanese border towns of Majdal Zoun and al-Mansouri in southern Lebanon's Tyre district, according to Lebanon's National News Agency (NNA). This follows earlier destruction of buildings in these towns and Bint Jbeil, despite a framework agreement signed with Israel in June.
- Lebanese army condemns ongoing Israeli 'attacks and violations'
The Lebanese army condemned Israeli military operations in southern Lebanon, citing systematic destruction of homes, bombardment, and attacks that hinder its deployment under an agreement with Israel. The attacks have killed over 4,330 people and injured more than 12,236 since early March.
- From paradise to ‘pilot zone’ disaster: Returning to destroyed Lebanon home
Sumaya Yaghi returns to her destroyed home in southern Lebanon. The article highlights the aftermath of the destruction in the region.
- Lebanese displaced by war turn to satellites to check their homes
Lebanese displaced by Israel's invasion of southern Lebanon are using satellite images to check if their homes survived, as they are unable to return.
- Lebanese displaced by war turn to satellites to check their homes
Lebanese displaced by Israel's invasion of southern Lebanon are purchasing satellite images to check if their homes survived. The images help them assess damage without being able to return home.
- Lebanese army says Israel needs to coordinate with, rather than attack troops
The Lebanese army accused Israeli forces of attacking their personnel in southern Lebanon, urging Israel to use military coordination channels instead. The army stated that Israeli forces fired near their troops during deployment in 'pilot zones' to replace Israeli occupation.
- Israel says pilot safe zones begin in southern Lebanon
The Israeli military launched a pilot program for safe zones in southern Lebanon in cooperation with the U.S. military and Lebanese armed forces. The initiative aims to implement a U.S.-brokered agreement involving Hezbollah's disarmament, Israeli troop withdrawal, and deployment of Lebanese troops.
- In a Lebanon museum, 'keys without homes' evoke destruction in south
An exhibition in Beirut's Beit Beirut museum features keys symbolizing homes destroyed in southern Lebanon by Israel. A resident, Fatima Hajj Ali, viewed the keys, which are part of the 'Hkeeli ya Jnoub' display preserving the region's memories through pictures and videos.
- Lebanon’s Aoun to meet Trump in Washington to discuss Israel talks
Lebanese President Michel Aoun will meet U.S. President Donald Trump in Washington to discuss ceasefire negotiations, southern Lebanon, and Israel’s potential withdrawal. The talks focus on regional issues involving Lebanon and Israel.
- Lebanese education minister says Israel destroys three more schools
Lebanese education minister Rima Karami accused the Israeli military of destroying three more schools in southern Lebanon, bringing the total to 20. UNESCO reported 17 schools destroyed and over 100 damaged since Israel's military campaign began, displacing about 500,000 children from school.