Mideast Live Updates: Israel and Hezbollah Trade Strikes, Leaving New Cease-Fire in Doubt

Israel and Hezbollah have exchanged strikes, casting doubt on a potential new cease-fire. Hezbollah's leader announced that the group rejected a deal negotiated between Israel and the Lebanese government. The Iran-backed group was not included in the US-brokered talks that led to the proposed agreement. The rejection and subsequent strikes have raised concerns about the feasibility of a lasting cease-fire.

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