Israel Launches Strikes in Southern Lebanon Amid Extended Ceasefire

May 18, 2026 • Al Jazeera

Israel Launches Strikes in Southern Lebanon Amid Extended Ceasefire

Israeli Forces Conduct Strikes Across Southern Lebanon

Reports from Tyre in southern Lebanon indicate that Israeli forces have launched strikes across the region on Sunday, resulting in at least five fatalities and 15 injuries.

According to sources, the strikes occurred despite Israel’s agreement with Lebanon to extend a ceasefire. The exact circumstances surrounding the strikes are currently unclear.

Details of the incident are as follows: Israeli forces conducted multiple airstrikes across southern Lebanon, targeting unspecified locations. At least five individuals were killed in these attacks, while another 15 people sustained injuries.

The situation remains under investigation, and further information is pending.

Source: Al Jazeera