Israel launches airstrikes in southern Lebanon amidst extended ceasefire

May 18, 2026 • Al Jazeera

Israel launches airstrikes in southern Lebanon amidst extended ceasefire

Israel Conducts Strikes Across Southern Lebanon

A series of airstrikes was reported in southern Lebanon on Sunday, resulting in at least five fatalities and 15 injuries. The strikes occurred despite an agreement between Israel and Lebanon to extend a previously announced ceasefire.

According to reports from Tyre, the city in southern Lebanon where the strikes took place, the Israeli military launched multiple air raids across the region. The incident occurred just days after both countries agreed to extend their current ceasefire, which was initially set to expire on Sunday.

Details of the strikes are still emerging, but it is confirmed that at least five people lost their lives and 15 others were injured in the attacks. The Israeli military has not yet commented on the incident or provided further information about the nature and scope of the airstrikes.

The ceasefire extension between Israel and Lebanon was announced earlier this week, with both countries agreeing to a temporary halt in hostilities. However, it appears that the agreement did not prevent the strikes from occurring, highlighting the ongoing tensions between the two nations.

The situation remains fluid, with further information on the incident expected to emerge in the coming hours.

Source: Al Jazeera