On January 5, 2026, Israel launched attacks on what it identified as Hezbollah and Hamas targets in eastern and southern Lebanon, issuing evacuation orders for four villages. Following a recent deadly strike, the Israeli military has continued its operations despite a US-brokered ceasefire established in 2024. Lebanon faces increasing pressure to disarm Hezbollah, with concerns that Israel may escalate its strikes. The UN has condemned the attacks as potential war crimes, reporting significant civilian casualties since the ceasefire.
