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Israeli troops push deeper into Lebanon, crossing the Litani river, as talks expected

France 24 · May 30, 2026, 10:14 AM · Also reported by 4 other sources

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In Lebanon, Israeli forces have advanced further north. Israeli Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu says they have crossed the Litani river - a key reference point in Southern Lebanon marking the limit of a UN-monitored zone. Despite a ceasefire, Israel and Iran-backed Hezbollah militants have continu

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Israeli troops push deeper into Lebanon, crossing the Litani river, as talks expected

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