Israeli military strikes over 85 Hezbollah sites in southern Lebanon
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Updated · The Wall Street Journal · May 9
Israeli military strikes over 85 Hezbollah sites in southern Lebanon
10 articles · Updated · The Wall Street Journal · May 9
The targets over the past day included weapons storage facilities, launchers and underground weapons-production sites, the military said.
Israel said the strikes also targeted Hezbollah forces after the group launched several rockets toward Israeli soldiers in southern Lebanon.
No injuries were reported from the rocket fire, according to the military, as cross-border hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah continued.
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May 2026 Lebanon-Israel War: 2,100+ Dead, 1.2 Million Displaced as Buffer Zone Offensive Deepens Humanitarian Crisis
Overview
In May 2026, the region faces intense volatility as both Israel and Hezbollah continue attacks despite a ceasefire. Recent rocket strikes by Hezbollah targeted Israeli troops in southern Lebanon, but caused no injuries. However, since February 28, ballistic missile attacks have killed twelve Israeli soldiers, 23 civilians, and 13 US soldiers, with thousands more injured. The violence has unraveled hopes for peace, driven by Israel’s push for a buffer zone and Hezbollah’s escalating tactics. Amid heavy casualties and widespread destruction, diplomatic efforts are underway, but the ongoing conflict and humanitarian crisis highlight the deep challenges to stability.