Israeli officer killed in Lebanon after ceasefire
An Israeli tank commander was killed when Hezbollah struck an IDF vehicle north of the Litani River. The attack occurred after a ceasefire agreement had been reached.
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Incidents along the Israel-Lebanon border test the durability of recent ceasefire arrangements and could draw U.S. diplomatic or military engagement. Escalation risks affect regional stability and energy markets.
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