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Israeli Military Operations in Southern Lebanon

Israeli military operations continue unabated on the northern front, as confirmed by the Israeli Chief of Staff. The absence of a ceasefire indicates a strategic decision to maintain military pressure in the region.
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al_jazeera • 2026-05-11T02:40:00Z
Source material: Israeli Chief of Staff: There is no ceasefire on the northern front
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Summary
Israeli military operations continue unabated on the northern front, as confirmed by the Israeli Chief of Staff. The absence of a ceasefire indicates a strategic decision to maintain military pressure in the region. Israel has executed over 40 airstrikes targeting towns in southern Lebanon, including Dier Zaherani and Qalway. These strikes have resulted in significant casualties, with the Lebanese Health Ministry reporting 51 deaths in the last 24 hours. The total death toll since March 2 has reached 2,846, with 8,693 individuals injured amid ongoing bombardments. The situation remains dire as the conflict escalates. In retaliation, Hezbollah has targeted more than 13 Israeli positions using drones and artillery, indicating a significant military response to Israeli actions.
Perspectives
Israeli military operations
  • Confirms ongoing military operations without a ceasefire
  • Conducts over 40 airstrikes in southern Lebanon, resulting in significant casualties
Hezbollah and Lebanese response
  • Targets more than 13 Israeli positions in retaliation
  • Calls for a comprehensive ceasefire and criticizes U.S. support for Israeli actions
Neutral / Shared
  • Reports indicate a rising death toll and injuries in Lebanon
  • Lebanon emphasizes the need for a ceasefire as a prerequisite for negotiations
Key entities
Countries / Locations
Qatar
Themes
#current_debate • #military_operations • #no_ceasefire • #southern_lebanon
Key developments
Phase 1
The Israeli Chief of Staff confirmed that military operations continue without a ceasefire on the northern front. Israel conducted over 40 airstrikes in southern Lebanon, resulting in significant casualties.
  • The Israeli Chief of Staff announced that there is no ceasefire on the northern front, as military operations continue
  • Israel has carried out over 40 airstrikes targeting various towns in southern Lebanon, including Dier Zaherani and Qalway
  • The Lebanese Health Ministry reported 51 deaths in the past 24 hours, bringing the total death toll since March 2 to 2,846, with 8,693 injured
  • In response to Israeli incursions, Hezbollah has targeted more than 13 Israeli positions using drones and artillery
  • Political tensions are escalating, with Hezbollah officials advocating for a comprehensive ceasefire and criticizing U.S. support for Israeli actions
  • Lebanon is preparing for negotiations in Washington, emphasizing the need for a ceasefire as a prerequisite for further discussions