Israeli troops launched an attack on Monday to seize a key town in southern Lebanon from Hezbollah fighters, according to France24. The ground operation targets positions held by the Iran-backed group.
The military offensive occurs on the eve of rare diplomatic meetings in the United States. The Lebanese and Israeli ambassadors to the United States are scheduled to meet on Tuesday in Washington.
Lebanon's foreign minister said Beirut would "use face-to-face negotiations to press for a ceasefire in the war." The minister noted that the conflict has complicated wider diplomatic efforts to halt the broader Middle East struggle.
Strikes hit Beirut
Al Jazeera reported that Israeli strikes continue alongside the ground advance in southern Lebanon. The network's coverage highlighted devastating strikes on Beirut.
The military activity includes both air strikes and the ongoing Israeli advance in the south. These strikes on the capital occurred as troops moved into the border region.
