Israel’s Lebanon strikes kill 203, sparking global calls to extend U.S.-Iran truce
The Hindu·2h ago·Fear
What Happened
Israeli airstrikes on Lebanon killed over 200 people on April 9, 2026, prompting international calls to extend the U.S.-Iran ceasefire to include Israel's conflict with Hezbollah. President Trump claimed victory after negotiating a two-week truce. However, Iran condemned Israel's ongoing raids and withdrew its ambassador's confirmation of attending talks in Islamabad, leaving negotiations uncertain.
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