Israel strikes across south, eastern Lebanon in latest truce violation

Al Jazeera ConflictNews ReportEN 2 min read 75% complete by Al Jazeera StaffDecember 18, 2025 at 10:18 AM

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Israeli strikes hit southern Lebanon’s al-Tuffah region, Markaba: Reports

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On December 18, 2025, Israel conducted air strikes in southern and eastern Lebanon, violating a ceasefire that began in late 2024. The attacks targeted areas including al-Jabour, al-Qatrani, al-Rayhan, Buday, Hermel, and Wadi Al-Qusayr. Israel claims the strikes target Hezbollah operatives and arms sites to pressure the group to disarm, while Hezbollah refuses to disarm while Israel continues to bombard and occupy parts of Lebanon. Tensions rose after Israel bombed Beirut, killing a Hezbollah commander. The UN has criticized the ongoing Israeli bombardment, reporting numerous civilian deaths since the ceasefire and warning of potential war crimes. Despite the violence, Lebanon and Israel recently sent envoys to a committee monitoring the ceasefire, a move criticized by Hezbollah.

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The UN reported that at least 127 civilians have been killed in Lebanon since the ceasefire took effect.

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UN officials have warned the attacks amount to “war crimes”.

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Hezbollah has refused to relinquish its arsenal as long as Israel bombards and occupies parts of Lebanon.

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Israeli military carried out air strikes across southern and eastern Lebanon, violating a year-old ceasefire.

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Israel claims it is targeting Hezbollah operatives and arms sites to pressure the group to disarm.

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