Israel keeps striking southern Lebanon as partial truce with Hezbollah appears to hold
According to the BBC, Israel is continuing its campaign in southern Lebanon while refraining from striking Beirut after the partial truce announced by the United States. The durability of the Hezbollah-side posture is being watched closely by every regional actor.
BBC Middle EastAccording to BBC Middle East, Israel is sustaining its military campaign in southern Lebanon while refraining from a wider strike on Beirut. The Beirut-side element of the partial ceasefire announced by the White House has begun to anchor the broader balance in recent days.
The Lebanese side is intensifying diplomatic contacts to keep the truce going, while public statements from Hezbollah have been limited. Observers cited by the BBC say easing the impact on civilian areas is the critical test for the process. UNIFIL is stepping up its activity in the area.
The US administration has reiterated that the agreement requires alignment from all parties. Regional oil prices remain sensitive to the evolving political balance. Investors are tracking volatility in Lebanese and Israeli financial assets, while the logistical impact of airspace measures stays on the agenda.
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