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Israeli strikes on a town in southern lebanon killed six people and wounded seven others, state media said Tuesday, as fighting continued despite a ceasefire agreement. The NNA on Tuesday reported strikes near other southern Lebanese towns, and the Israeli military ordered an evacuation of the town of Sohmor in eastern lebanon's Bekaa valley.

Israeli strikes on lebanon have killed 380 people since a ceasefire in the Israel-Hezbollah war began on April 17, lebanon'on Tuesday. A ministry official said that "380 people, including 22 children and 39 women, have been killed in strikes on lebanon since the ceasefire came into effect", out of a total of around 2,900 people killed since the war erupted on March 2.

Hezbollah's Deputy Secretary-General Naim Qassem declared Tuesday that the group's weaponry is off-limits for any Lebanese-Israeli negotiations, asserting it's an internal matter. He vowed to make the battlefield "hell" for Israeli forces, emphasizing their unwavering commitment to defending lebanon. This strong stance comes ahead of crucial talks in Washington, as conflict persists.

Hezbollah launched 17 operations against Israeli targets in southern lebanon, including drone and missile strikes, hitting military vehicles and tanks. Meanwhile, Israel reported intercepting a drone and facing anti-tank missiles and mortar fire. Hezbollah's leader vowed continued resistance, emphasizing their military strength is a domestic issue amid ongoing, volatile hostilities.

Amidst rising tensions, Israeli troops executed a high-stakes operation near the Litani River, striking key Hezbollah positions and arms depots. Officials indicated that the clash resulted in the neutralization of various militants as forces engaged in direct combat, affecting over 100 installations. This military action raises concerns given the existing ceasefire, with both parties experiencing losses since its commencement.

The fringe organization Uri Tzafon, composed of Israeli settlers, is pushing for the expansion of Israel's northern boundaries into southern lebanon. Their goal is to create civilian settlements amid the ongoing regional turmoil, and they are gaining momentum among certain groups.

Israeli forces have released footage of Hezbollah living quarters in southern lebanon, highlighting ongoing tensions despite a ceasefire. The IDF reported striking over 100 targets, including weapons caches and tunnel routes, amidst an escalating drone war.

Iran's chief negotiator insists Washington must accept Tehran's peace plan, warning of continued failure otherwise. President Trump, however, deemed Iran's response 'unacceptable,' escalating tensions. The ongoing conflict has triggered an energy shock, spiking oil prices and threatening global supply chains. Fighting also persists in lebanon, with Hezbollah vowing to make the battlefield 'hell' for Israel.

The Embassy expressed gratitude to the Lebanese authorities for the smooth exit.

Hezbollah's chief, Naim Qassem, has firmly positioned the group's military prowess as an internal Lebanese issue, outright rejecting discussions with Israel. He has promised an enduring fight, declaring his intent to turn the conflict into a nightmare for Israeli forces.

Israeli airstrikes in southern lebanon claimed at least one life and injured four rescuers on Sunday, despite a fragile truce. The Lebanese health ministry condemned the attacks, citing violations of the Geneva Convention. Israel issued new evacuation warnings for over ten villages, including those north of the Litani River, as tensions escalate following threats from Israel's military chief.

A senior commander from Hezbollah's elite force was killed in an Israeli strike on Beirut's southern suburbs on Wednesday, the first on the area in nearly a month, a source close to the group said.on condition of anonymity that "Malek Ballout, the operations commander in the Radwan force" was killed.

A ceasefire between the US and Iran is reportedly still in place despite an Iranian attack on US destroyers in the Strait of Hormuz, prompting US retaliatory strikes. Both sides accuse the other of initiating the exchange, threatening a fragile truce that ended weeks of conflict. Tensions remain high as negotiations continue.