Hezbollah and IDF trade fire despite nominal truce as Lebanon-Israel talks to resume

Despite indications of a US-brokered truce, fresh cross-border fire erupted between Israel and Lebanon as political talks were scheduled to resume in Washington. Hezbollah continued targeting Israeli troops, while the IDF launched airstrikes in southern Lebanon, reportedly wounding two Lebanese soldiers and striking a car.

Lebanon's diplomatic official stated Beirut remains committed to talks to end the conflict, despite the escalating tensions. Lebanon demands a halt to Israeli strikes and a full withdrawal, while Israel accuses Beirut of failing to disarm Hezbollah. The militant group itself has rejected direct talks.

Overnight, the IDF reported intercepting Hezbollah rockets and a drone attack near the border. Lebanon's National News Agency confirmed Israeli airstrikes on southern Lebanon. The IDF had previously issued an evacuation warning for the city of Nabatieh ahead of anticipated strikes.

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We renew our urgent warning to the residents of Lebanon located in the city of Nabatieh.