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Multiple airstrikes hit Beirut, emergency crews respond to fires

Multiple Israeli strikes hit Beirut shortly after a US-Iran ceasefire was announced, sending smoke over the city.

Lebanon

Lebanon not part of Iran ceasefire agreement, Trump tells US media

Israel has rarely struck central Beirut since the outbreak of the latest Israel-Hezbollah war on 2 March but has regularly struck southern and eastern Lebanon and Beirut's southern suburbs.

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Europe hails US-Iran ceasefire. Yet major questions hang over deal

The US-Iran ceasefire deal leaves several crucial questions unanswered for Europeans, who now find themselves excluded from the diplomatic process and scrambling to contain the ripple effects from the war.

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Lebanon hit by fresh Israeli raid and Hezbollah response

Deadly Israeli strikes in Lebanon hit a building in Zebdine, near Nabatieh. The raid came as Hezbollah launched rockets and drones across the border and regional tensions deepened.

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Strikes kill seven in Beirut as Israel vows to occupy southern Lebanon

Heavy strikes hit Lebanon's capital Beirut overnight as Israel claimed it had struck a "senior Hezbollah commander" and another member of the group. Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz said his country's military intends to occupy a swathe of southern Lebanon.

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Strikes hit southern Lebanese village, damage buildings and vehicles

Israeli strikes hit a village in southern Lebanon, damaging buildings and emergency vehicles as rescue teams responded

Europe Today

Lebanese minister calls for Israel talks to avert catastrophe

Lebanese justice minister warns of 'dramatic' situation in the country as Israeli floats extended buffer zone on its southern border. Nassar calls for diplomacy to avert a catastrophe as he lashes at Hezbolahh for sabotaging diplomatic efforts by not laying down weapons.

Lebanon

UN Security Council to meet after peacekeeper deaths in Lebanon

The UN Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) said two of its personnel were killed Monday in an explosion and another died late Sunday when a projectile hit their position. The UN force said it launched an investigation into the separate incidents.

Europe Today

Newsletter: Lebanese minister denounces Israeli "occupation"

Also in this newsletter: Euronews exclusively previews an EU statement on the Israeli bill re-introducing the death penalty, passed by the Knesset on Monday.

Iran

Trump says deal with Iran may be reached 'soon' as strikes hit Tehran

Iran launched strikes on Kuwait and Saudi Arabia after Iranian electrical facilities came under attack, cutting power to parts of Tehran and surrounding areas. Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump claims the war has achieved regime change and a deal could be reached "soon" with Tehran.

Europe Today

'This is an invasion': Lebanon sounds alarm over Israeli operations

Lebanon’s Culture Minister Ghassan Salamé told Euronews' flagship show Europe Today that Israel’s actions in the country's south amount to an “invasion” with entire villages destroyed and over 1 million people displaced.

Europe Today

Rubio joins crucial G7 talks as Iran war set to dominate second day

Tune in to Europe Today, Euronews' flagship morning programme at 8 am Brussels time. In just 20 minutes, we bring you up to speed on the biggest news of the day.

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Lebanon's displaced endure squalid tents on Beirut waterfront

Euronews visited the Lebanese families crowding Beirut’s waterfront in makeshift tents, lacking water, sanitation and state aid as renewed Israel-Hezbollah fighting displaced hundreds of thousands over the past weeks.

Europe Today

G7 gathers in France as Iran rejects Trump's 15-point ceasefire plan

Tune in to Europe Today, Euronews' flagship morning programme at 8 am Brussels time. In just 20 minutes, we bring you up to speed on the biggest news of the day.

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Eid in exile: Displaced Lebanese struggle in Beirut shelters

As the war between Israel and the pro-Iranian Hezbollah continues, displaced Lebanese told Euronews they marked the Islamic holiday of Eid al-Fitr in overcrowded Beirut shelters, lacking food, water and medical care, as families remain scattered and homes destroyed in a widening humanitarian crisis.

Europe Today

Iran war impact on civilians 'profound,' UNHCR chief tells Euronews

The impact for civilians across the region is "profound" and poses a "terrible humanitarian challenge," UN refugee agency chief Barham Salih told Euronews' morning show Europe Today.

Iran

Iran escalates strikes across Middle East after Trump hints at deal

Iran launched a salvo of missiles across the Middle East, just a few hours after US President Donald Trump claimed Washington and Tehran were "in negotiations right now".

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Byblos in Paris: Macron launches Lebanese heritage celebration show

Emmanuel Macron has opened a new exhibition in Paris that's celebrates the heritage and history of Lebanon's ancient city of Byblos as Israel's war continues to wreak humanitarian havoc in the country.

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Israel strike destroys key bridge in southern Lebanon

An Israeli airstrike hit the Qasmiyeh bridge in southern Lebanon, damaging a key route near Tyre.

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Watch: Missile lands near Russian TV crew during live report in Lebanon

A missile struck metres from a Russian state TV crew during a live report in southern Lebanon, footage shows. The reporter and cameraman were injured but conscious, while Israel says it had issued warnings and does not target journalists.