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Israel Airstrike Breaks Ceasefire, Lebanon Demands Global Intervention

4/30/2025

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In a shocking breach of a five-month ceasefire, Israel launched an airstrike on a Hezbollah-linked building in Beirut's southern suburbs. The Lebanese presidency condemned the assault, calling for intervention from the US and France. While Israel defends its actions as a measure against Hezbollah's expansion, Western officials highlight the group's adherence to the truce. Fortunately, no casualties were reported.

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In a shocking breach of a five-month ceasefire, Israel launched an airstrike on a Hezbollah-linked building in Beirut's southern suburbs. The Lebanese presidency condemned the assault, calling for intervention from the US and France. While Israel defends its actions as a measure against Hezbollah's expansion, Western officials highlight the group's adherence to the truce. Fortunately, no casualties were reported.