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Israeli airstrikes in southern Lebanon and ongoing diplomatic tensions

At least 14 people were killed in recent Israeli airstrikes in southern Lebanon, including 12 in the towns of Tayr Debba and Deir Qanun an-Nahr near Tyre, and two in a drone strike on a vehicle in Sidon. The conflict, which escalated following rocket fire by Hezbollah on March 2, has resulted in at least 3,600 deaths and over one million displaced persons. The UN Office for Human Rights plans to send investigators next week to assess potential international law violations. Tensions persist as Israeli forces continue operations, including the reported detention of two municipal workers in Kfar Chouba. Reports suggest Iran may have agreed to a ceasefire linked to U.S. guarantees and the release of $3 billion in frozen assets, though officials have not confirmed this. Meanwhile, Hezbollah continues to reject ceasefire terms, and Washington remains engaged in efforts to stabilize the situation. The regional instability remains high despite ongoing diplomatic negotiations between the U.S. and Iran.

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