At least five killed in Israeli attacks in Lebanon – in violation of ceasefire

At least five people died in Israeli attacks in southern Lebanon early Saturday, violating the ceasefire agreement that had just been established between Israel and Hezbollah. The Lebanese state news agency NNA reported that Israeli aircraft and drones conducted a series of strikes on residential buildings in the Nabatiyeh area overnight and into the morning.

Simultaneously, Israeli artillery bombarded the city and its surroundings before dawn. The attacks came just hours after Israel and Hezbollah had agreed to a truce, intended to halt escalating hostilities in Lebanon. Both parties had confirmed the ceasefire, with a U.S. official stating it was set to take effect at 4 p.m. local time on Friday.

The deadly strikes underscore the fragile nature of the ceasefire and the ongoing tensions in the region. The targeting of residential areas raises concerns about civilian casualties and the potential for renewed escalation of conflict.