Israeli airstrikes kill 18 Lebanese civilians in retaliation for soldier deaths
Eighteen Lebanese civilians died during Israeli airstrikes targeting Hezbollah positions in southern Lebanon on Friday. The strikes were a response to the deaths of four Israeli soldiers, prompting National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir's threat that 'Lebanon must burn.' This violence escalates amid tensions following a recent US-Iran deal intended to pause fighting in the region.
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Published 19 Jun 2026, 11:29 UTC · Updated 19 Jun 2026, 11:30 UTC
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