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Israel Bombs Beirut Outskirts as Fighting With Hezbollah Escalates

NYT > World News·June 7, 2026
Israel Bombs Beirut Outskirts as Fighting With Hezbollah Escalates

Israel has bombed the outskirts of Beirut as fighting with Hezbollah continues to escalate. The conflict comes after Israel accused Hezbollah of firing at Israeli territory, prompting a military response. US efforts to broker a truce in Lebanon have stalled, with tensions remaining high in the region. Iran has also warned that it will retaliate against Israel's actions, further complicating the situation.

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