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Israel Launches Operation Eternal Darkness Amid Ceasefire Dispute

4/13/2026

Summary

Story summary

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) launched Operation Eternal Darkness, intensifying airstrikes in Lebanon and targeting more than 100 Hezbollah sites.
The operation followed a ceasefire agreement between the United States and Iran, which both sides dispute regarding Lebanon's inclusion.
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun condemned the strikes as barbaric, and international leaders including French President Emmanuel Macron criticized Israel for violating the ceasefire.
Despite ongoing military operations, peace talks between Israel and Lebanon are set to begin, with Lebanon demanding a ceasefire as a precondition.
The death toll in Lebanon has reached approximately 1,953, with significant civilian casualties reported.

History

Historical Context

In 1982, Israel launched Operation Peace for Galilee, a military invasion of Lebanon aimed at dismantling the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO), resulting in over 17,000 civilian casualties. This operation followed earlier conflicts, including the 1978 Litani Operation. The current escalation with Israel's Operation Eternal Darkness reflects ongoing tensions, as both nations confront military actions amidst fragile ceasefires, echoing historical struggles for stability and peace.

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Story summary

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) launched Operation Eternal Darkness, intensifying airstrikes in Lebanon and targeting more than 100 Hezbollah sites.
The operation followed a ceasefire agreement between the United States and Iran, which both sides dispute regarding Lebanon's inclusion.
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun condemned the strikes as barbaric, and international leaders including French President Emmanuel Macron criticized Israel for violating the ceasefire.
Despite ongoing military operations, peace talks between Israel and Lebanon are set to begin, with Lebanon demanding a ceasefire as a precondition.
The death toll in Lebanon has reached approximately 1,953, with significant civilian casualties reported.

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