According to official data released by the Lebanese Ministry of Public Health, the cumulative death toll from ongoing Israeli military operations in Lebanon has risen to 3,073. Despite existing truce frameworks, continued air and artillery strikes have additionally pushed the total number of injuries past 9,300, compounding the severe humanitarian crisis across the region.
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has issued an urgent demand for a formal apology from Israel following the release of deeply controversial footage showing the mistreatment of international humanitarian volunteers. The activists, who were intercepted aboard the Gaza-bound Global Sumud Flotilla, were shown bound and restrained in a social media video published by Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, triggering severe diplomatic backlash in Rome.
During a weekly cabinet briefing, Israeli Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu highlighted the nation's heightened state of alertness regarding regional developments. Announcing an upcoming consultation with U.S. President Donald Trump, Netanyahu stated that Israel remains prepared for all strategic scenarios concerning Iran.
Israel launched its first strike on Beirut since the ceasefire, according to Defense Minister Israel Katz. Israeli officials said the operation targeted a Hezbollah Radwan Force commander under instructions from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Lebanon’s health ministry reported that the death toll from Israeli attacks has reached 2,679, with more than 8,200 people injured since March. Authorities say casualties continue to rise as strikes persist across the country.
Israel has approved the purchase of two new fighter jet fleets from the US, including F-35 and F-15IA aircraft. The deal is part of a 10-year military development plan aimed at strengthening defense capabilities.
Lebanon reports that Israeli attacks since March have killed over 2,600 people and injured more than 8,000. Officials highlight heavy civilian losses and severe damage to hospitals and emergency services across the country.