Israel Launches Airstrikes on Lebanon

Israel has carried out air strikes in southern Lebanon, resulting in casualties, after ordering people to leave about 20 locations, Lebanese state media said. At least one person has been killed following a strike on the town of Marrakeh, in Lebanon's Tyre district, according to the Lebanese National News Agency. Officials said the strikes come as Iran's foreign minister says a deal to end fighting with the US is close.

Israel has carried out air strikes in southern Lebanon, resulting in casualties, after ordering people to leave about 20 locations, Lebanese state media said. At least one person has been killed following a strike on the town of Marrakeh, in Lebanon's Tyre district, according to the Lebanese National News Agency. Officials said the strikes come as Iran's foreign minister says a deal to end fighting with the US is close.

The deal would include reopening the Strait of Hormuz and ending the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah. Sources confirmed that the deal would also lead to a ceasefire between the US and Iran.

Meanwhile, Israel's prime minister had previously warned that his country would strike Hezbollah if it continues to attack Israeli troops. Government sources said that Israel will not tolerate any attacks on its soil.

Iran Claims Deal with US is Near

Iran's foreign minister said that a deal to end fighting with the US is close, despite some opposition from Iran's top security body, the Supreme National Security Council. Witnesses said that the deal would be a significant step towards ending the conflict in the region.

Experts said that the deal would have far-reaching implications for the region, including the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. However, some experts warned that the deal may not be enough to end the conflict entirely.

Iran's Araghchi was quoted in state media saying that there are 'supporters and opponents' of the latest terms of the deal among Iran's top security body. He added that a collective decision had not been reached.

US and Iran Ceasefire Announcement

The US and Iran announced a two-week ceasefire on April 7, which was meant to begin the next day. However, Israel launched massive airstrikes on Lebanon later that day, which Iran said would lead to the end of the ceasefire if continued.

Iranian national security adviser Mahdi Mohammadi said that without fully restraining Israel's actions in Lebanon, there would be no ceasefire or negotiations. He warned that missiles are ready to launch if necessary.

Israel said that the ceasefire did not include Lebanon, which led to further tensions in the region.

Historical Context of the Conflict

The conflict between Israel and Hezbollah has been ongoing for years, with periodic outbreaks of violence. On February 28, 2026, Israel and the US launched a war against Iran, Hezbollah's main backer, and assassinated Iranian supreme leader Ali Khamenei.

In response, Hezbollah resumed rocket strikes on Israel, which Israel responded to with airstrikes across Lebanon. The conflict has resulted in significant casualties and damage to infrastructure.

The US has been trying to negotiate a deal with Iran to end the conflict, but it has been met with opposition from Israel and other countries in the region.

Human Impact of the Conflict

The conflict has had a significant impact on civilians in the region, with many forced to flee their homes due to the violence. Witnesses said that the airstrikes have caused significant damage to infrastructure, including homes and hospitals.

Experts said that the conflict has also had a significant impact on the economy of the region, with trade and commerce severely disrupted. However, some experts warned that the deal may not be enough to end the conflict entirely.

Meanwhile, several hundred supporters of Hezbollah and Iran rallied in Beirut's southern suburbs in support of Iran and its allies in the Middle East war, brandishing Hezbollah and Iranian flags.

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