Israel Continues Attacks on Lebanon Despite Ceasefire; Death Toll Rises to 3,637

Israel's military continues to conduct attacks on Lebanon, even after a ceasefire agreement that initially took effect on April 17 and was later extended for 45 days until May 17. The Lebanese Ministry of Health has released updated figures on casualties resulting from Israeli assaults since March 2.

According to the ministry's latest data, the number of fatalities has risen to 3,637, with an additional 11,188 individuals sustaining injuries. In a previous statement, the ministry had reported 3,613 deaths from Israeli attacks during the same period.

Israel initiated intense airstrikes on Lebanon on March 2, occupying several towns in the southern part of the country. The Lebanese government reported that over one million people were displaced during this time. Despite these actions, various ceasefire attempts have been made, mediated by the United States.

Following three rounds of US-brokered talks, a 45-day extension of the ceasefire was agreed upon on May 17. A fourth round of discussions in Washington led to an announcement on June 3 that Israel and Lebanon had reached a "comprehensive ceasefire" agreement. This deal was contingent on Hezbollah halting all attacks and withdrawing its forces south of the Litani River. However, Hezbollah rejected the conditional ceasefire, and reports indicate that Israeli military operations persist despite the announced agreements.