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Story summary
- Israel's invasion of southern Lebanon is escalating, reminiscent of its 1982 campaign, with European officials warning of worsening conflict.
- Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich and Defense Minister Israel Katz proposed extending Israel's border to the Litani River and occupying southern Lebanon.
- The offensive has caused over 1,200 deaths and displaced more than 1 million people.
- UNIFIL reported a peacekeeper's death amid the fighting, underscoring the ongoing humanitarian crisis.
- The Lebanese government faces challenges in maintaining control and negotiating with Israel.
