Israel launches major wave of air strikes across Lebanon

The Israeli military carried out a large-scale series of air strikes across Lebanon. Reports describe it as the deadliest single day of the conflict, with hundreds of casualties reported and bodies seen in the streets. The strikes, which included approximately 100 strikes within a 10-minute period, are described as Israel's largest military action against Hezbollah in Lebanon.

This major escalation comes amid a reported, but fragile, ceasefire agreement between the United States and Iran. The status of that broader ceasefire is now in doubt following the Israeli attacks. The strikes have drawn condemnation, with some reports labeling them 'barbaric'.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has been linked to challenging the ceasefire deal. The intense bombardment represents a significant intensification of the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah forces in Lebanon.