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Dozens of people, including children, have been killed in an intensive wave of Israeli strikes across southern and eastern Lebanon. The Israeli military stated it hit over 100 Hezbollah infrastructure sites and fighters, following Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's vow to increase military action against the group. These intensified attacks occur despite a US-brokered ceasefire in mid-April, which has been repeatedly violated by both sides, impacting ongoing war-ending negotiations.
US Strikes Iran, Iran Accuses US of Ceasefire Violation Amidst Escalating Tensions
The United States conducted self-defense strikes on missile sites and mine-laying boats in southern Iran, which Iran's Foreign Ministry has condemned as a "serious violation" of the ceasefire. These actions have further jeopardized ongoing peace talks aimed at ending the Middle East war and have led to renewed tensions.
UN Honors Fallen Peacekeepers, Including Two Nepalis, on International Day
The United Nations Headquarters observed the International Day of UN Peacekeepers on June 5, honoring personnel who died in service. UN Secretary-General António Guterres presided over a ceremony where the Dag Hammarskjöld Medal was awarded posthumously to 68 individuals, including two Nepalis: Corporal Suraj Lamichhane and Private Debi Ram Jaisi.
Israeli Army Declares Southern Lebanon a 'War Zone,' Orders Evacuation
The Israeli army has declared a large area of southern Lebanon a 'war zone' and ordered residents to evacuate north of the Zahrani River, warning of intensified action against Hezbollah. This marks the most significant displacement order since the April 17 ceasefire, affecting approximately 300 villages and towns. Residents are fleeing amid fears of escalating conflict and airstrikes.
Hamas Confirms Top Military Commander Mohammed Odeh Killed in Israeli Airstrike
Hamas has confirmed that Mohammed Odeh, the newly appointed commander-in-chief of its military wing, the Al-Qassam Brigades, was killed in an Israeli airstrike on Tuesday evening. The group stated that Odeh, along with his wife and two sons, died in the attack, which it condemned as a "grave violation of human values, norms, laws, and divine principles." Odeh had been active in the group’s military operations for over 30 years and was considered a key figure in its armed structure.
