Israel launches new wave of attacks on southern and eastern Lebanon

Al JazeeraCenterEN 4 min read 100% complete by Al Jazeera StaffMarch 10, 2026 at 09:37 AM
Israel launches new wave of attacks on southern and eastern Lebanon

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On March 10, 2026, Israel launched a new wave of attacks on southern and eastern Lebanon, targeting the Iran-backed Hezbollah group amidst heightened tensions following the killing of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Israeli air attacks struck Tyre, with the Israeli army urging residents to evacuate. The conflict has intensified, with clashes reported in eastern Lebanon and Israeli attacks across the country, including Beirut. Lebanese media reported attacks on towns including Almajadel, Chaqra, Srifa, and areas in the Bekaa Valley, as well as casualties including a Maronite Catholic priest. Israeli media reports suggest Israel aims to expand its buffer zone in southern Lebanon, while Hezbollah claims to have repelled advances.

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