Why Israel’s attacks on Lebanon could cripple US-Iran ceasefire

Al Jazeera ConflictNews ReportEN 5 min read 100% complete by Usaid SiddiquiApril 9, 2026 at 12:57 PM

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Following the announcement of a US-Iran ceasefire, Israel launched air attacks on Lebanon, resulting in over 250 deaths on Wednesday. The attacks targeted areas across the country, including Beirut and the Bekaa Valley. This violence occurred hours after the ceasefire announcement, which aimed to de-escalate the broader conflict. A dispute has arisen regarding the scope of the ceasefire, with Pakistan stating it included Lebanon, while the US and Israel claim it only applies to direct attacks between the US, Israel, and Iran. These disagreements raise concerns that the ceasefire, brokered in part by Pakistan, could collapse before permanent settlement negotiations begin in Islamabad on Saturday. Israel stated it was targeting Hezbollah in Lebanon, while Lebanese officials reported high casualty numbers in civilian areas.

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Lebanon’s civil defence said at least 254 people were killed and 1,165 wounded in air attacks.

statistic — Lebanon’s civil defence90% confidence

US President Donald Trump said the Israeli attacks on Lebanon were separate from the ceasefire.

quote — Donald Trump90% confidence

Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said the ceasefire included halting attacks on all fronts, specifically mentioning Lebanon.

quote — Shehbaz Sharif90% confidence

Israeli army carried out air attacks on Lebanon, killing more than 250 people.

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Israel said it killed an aide to Hezbollah’s chief, Naim Qassem, in the attacks.

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Key Entities & Roles

Key Player Opposition Context

Islamabad 30% Elias Chlela 30% Pakistan 30% JD Vance 30% Naim Qassem 40% Shehbaz Sharif 40% Donald Trump 50% Hezbollah ×360% Iran ×670% United States ×570% Lebanon ×780% Israel ×1090%

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us-iran ceasefire 100% israeli attacks on lebanon 90% ceasefire dispute 80% hezbollah 70% us-israel war on iran 60% de-escalation 60% beirut 50% pakistan 40% negotiations 40%