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2,600 Dead, Thousands of Hezbollah Fighters Killed, Opposition Rises

5/3/2026

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Story summary

Hezbollah insiders estimate several thousand fighters killed since the March 2 war with Israel.
Israel occupies southern Lebanon and keeps a buffer zone after the April 16 ceasefire.
Lebanese opposition hardens toward Hezbollah, accusing it of exposing the nation to repeated wars, while dozen-plus Hezbollah officials say the group may seek ties with Iran.
Lebanon’s health ministry reports 2,600 deaths since March 2, and notes Shi’ite residents fleeing to Christian and Druze areas.

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Story summary

Hezbollah insiders estimate several thousand fighters killed since the March 2 war with Israel.
Israel occupies southern Lebanon and keeps a buffer zone after the April 16 ceasefire.
Lebanese opposition hardens toward Hezbollah, accusing it of exposing the nation to repeated wars, while dozen-plus Hezbollah officials say the group may seek ties with Iran.
Lebanon’s health ministry reports 2,600 deaths since March 2, and notes Shi’ite residents fleeing to Christian and Druze areas.