Israel’s strike on Beirut killed Hezbollah’s second-in-command Haytham Ali Tabatabai, sparking fears of renewed conflict as the group vows a response and Lebanese officials urge international intervention to halt escalating tensions

Israeli jets carried out heavy airstrikes in Lebanon’s southern and eastern regions, reportedly targeting Hezbollah infrastructure. The attacks killed at least one person and shattered months of relative calm under a fragile ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hezbollah

Hezbollah’s Naim Qassem has warned Lebanon’s government that any attempt to implement a US-backed disarmament plan could trigger civil war, though the group has temporarily paused planned street protests.

Israeli forces were initially set to pull out next week, but if granted, the extension would see them remain in five key positions until February 28. The request comes amid tensions over the implementation of the ceasefire agreement that ended 14 months of conflict between Israel and Hezbollah

The second strike, which targeted the neighboring town of Zawtar, injured four more people. The region, located north of the Litani River, lies only about 10 kilometers from the Israeli border

The United States, France, and Saudi Arabia all voiced support for the army chief, aligning with Lebanon's traditional sectarian power-sharing system, which reserves the presidency for a Maronite Christian

Lebanon, despite its own political and economic challenges, had been a key destination for Iraqi travelers, particularly for those seeking medical treatment, business opportunities, or tourism

For many, the 14-month-long conflict disrupted lives, separated families, and put wedding plans, health concerns, and daily routines on hold. Now, with the truce brokered by the U.S. and France, many are taking tentative steps toward resuming normalcy

The European Union's foreign policy chief, Josep Borrell, stated that a US ceasefire proposal was awaiting Israel’s approval. The plan, spearheaded by US presidential adviser Amos Hochstein, has been described as a last-ditch effort to halt hostilities

Bassem Naim, a senior Hamas official, called for an immediate ceasefire as violence rages in Gaza and Israel intensifies airstrikes on Hezbollah targets in Lebanon. The plea was made from Doha, where Qatar is facilitating ceasefire negotiations

“They fled death, but it caught up with them here,” Zahran said, his voice heavy with grief. The apartment block, which had been home to three displaced families, was struck while they were seeking shelter from the ongoing violence

Lebanon’s departure of civilians to Iraq has also revealed layers of complexity in their movement. The Iraqi government has largely facilitated the arrival of Lebanese refugees, easing travel requirements to expedite safe entry