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Israel Strikes Southern Lebanon, Orders Al-Mansouri Evacuated

Israel began striking southern Lebanon on Wednesday, August 5, 2026, after accusing Hezbollah of violating a cease-fire and ordered evacuations amid fears of wider escalation.[1]

Israeli military spokespeople said the strikes responded to a cease-fire violation but did not provide details about the alleged breach.[1] Lt. Col. Ella Waweya publicly ordered residents of Al-Mansouri to evacuate at least 1,000 meters for their safety.[1]

Israeli and Lebanese negotiators were in Rome for a second consecutive day of talks on a long-term settlement when the strikes began.[1]

  1. New York Times
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  • On Wednesday, August 5, 2026, Israel said it began conducting strikes in southern Lebanon.
  • The Israeli military accused Hezbollah of a cease-fire violation but did not detail the alleged breach.
  • Israeli spokeswoman Lt. Col. Ella Waweya publicly ordered residents of Al-Mansouri to evacuate at least 1,000 meters away for their safety.
  • The escalation occurred while Israeli and Lebanese negotiators were in Rome for a second consecutive day of talks on a long-term settlement.

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