People inspect damage after an Israeli strike that targeted a Hizbullah financial institution in the Beqaa valley, Lebanon. Israel Defense Forces (IDF) forces have advanced beyond the five outposts that were maintained on the Lebanese side of the border following the November 2024 ceasefire and the Lebanese armed forces have pulled back 10km north of the border. The United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon, or Unifil, remains deployed in its positions and has not interfered with IDF operations. The Israeli military also said it had launched targeted attacks in Lebanon. Israeli officials say the aggressive military operation against Hizbullah is placing significant pressure on the group among its Shia base.

Source: The Irish Times March 06, 2026 16:03 UTC