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Bracing for the Worst: Lebanese Fear a New War as Israeli Troops Move South

Smoke rises from the site of an Israeli air strike in the southern Lebanese area of Deir Siryan on March 2, 2026. Lebanese communities are once again confronting the grim possibility of a renewed conflict as Israel deploys troops into southern Lebanon, intensifying an already volatile regional landscape. The latest escalation follows a series of Israeli ground operations and airstrikes that have shaken towns and villages along the border, prompting many residents to flee or prepare for the worst. In Beirut and across the south, families describe sleepless nights and hurried evacuations as Israeli forces expand their presence. Recent incursions have been framed by Israel as “forward defence” measures, but on the ground they have deepened fears of a broader war, especially as Hezbollah vows to respond forcefully to any sustained military push. Smoke rising from repeated strikes in areas like Dahiyeh and Deir Siryan has become a familiar and unsettling sight. Lebanese officials warn th...

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Airstrikes Continue in Gaza Despite Ceasefire Announcement, Over 70 Lives Lost


In a tragic turn of events, the Gaza Health Ministry has reported that more than 70 people were killed in Israeli airstrikes following the announcement of a ceasefire agreement. The airstrikes, which occurred overnight, have shattered the brief moment of hope that had emerged with the ceasefire deal.

Residents of Gaza, who had been celebrating the anticipated truce, were met with columns of smoke and rubble as the airstrikes continued. Among the casualties were 20 children and 25 women, with around 200 others wounded. The scenes of devastation were repeated across the densely populated territory, where many have been displaced multiple times since the conflict began in October 2023.

The ceasefire agreement, brokered by Qatar and the United States, was set to take effect on Sunday, but the recent violence has cast doubt on its implementation. The Israeli military has not yet commented on the ongoing strikes.

As the international community watches closely, the hope for a lasting peace in Gaza remains fragile, with many fearing further bloodshed in the coming days.




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