56 stories for 2026-03-13
Israeli military launched extensive airstrikes targeting infrastructure in southern Beirut and other Lebanese areas on Wednesday, reportedly killing 37 people. The strikes followed rocket fire from Hezbollah, with some Israeli strikes also hitting other parts of the Lebanese capital and coastal areas.
The Israeli military spokesperson issued urgent warnings on Wednesday to residents of southern Beirut's neighborhoods, calling for evacuations. A separate warning directed all residents south of the Zahra River to immediately evacuate their homes for their safety.
Israeli forces struck the Zrarieh Bridge over Lebanon's Litani River on Friday. The Israeli military stated the bridge serves as a key crossing used by Hezbollah and that the group had recently positioned launchers nearby.
Israeli attacks in Lebanon resulted in at least two deaths and three critical injuries. An strike on an apartment in Bar Elias in the Bekaa Valley killed two people and critically wounded three others, including an official of the Islamic Group. Separately, an Israeli attack in the Tayr Felsay area of southern Lebanon struck an ambulance, though no injuries were reported in that incident.
A drone struck a residential apartment in Beirut's Burj Hammoud district on the northern outskirts of the Lebanese capital on Friday, according to Lebanon's state media. This marks the first time the area has been targeted.
Amnesty International calls for investigation into Israeli airstrikes on al-Qard al-Hassan, a non-profit financial institution associated with Hezbollah, arguing they do not constitute legitimate military targets under international humanitarian law. The Israeli military announced on March 2 that it would target all branches of the institution.
Israel's UN envoy declined to answer questions regarding Israel's use of white phosphorus in Lebanon.
Qatar has described Israeli attacks on southern Lebanon as violations of international humanitarian law and UN Security Council Resolution 1701. Qatar called on the international community to fulfill its responsibilities in stopping these attacks.
Israeli airstrikes have struck areas near government headquarters in Beirut, while evacuation warnings expand and military forces mobilize along Lebanon's southern border. The developments raise concerns about potential escalation of conflict within Lebanese territory.
Lebanon's southern suburbs have experienced intense airstrikes resulting in deaths and injuries since the start of the US-backed Israeli military campaign. Tens of thousands of people were displaced after Israeli military demands for evacuation of the southern region. Israel's defense minister warned that Israel may take control of Lebanese territory if the Lebanese government cannot prevent Hezbollah attacks against Israel.
Recent fighting in Lebanon has triggered mass displacement, leaving migrant workers from foreign countries without shelter or support. The conflict has forced significant numbers of migrant workers to flee, leaving them in precarious circumstances.
Residents of Christian villages in southern Lebanon face an uncertain situation amid ongoing conflict. Some have been forced to leave under UNIFIL protection, while others remain despite the dangers of bombardment. The communities express deep fear about the possibility of not being able to return.
Israel has expanded areas designated as 'security zones' in Lebanon following strikes targeting the capital Beirut and its surroundings, including the seafront and periphery. These areas host tens of thousands of displaced persons from the south and suburbs.
In a residential neighborhood in Beirut that experienced Israeli raids, anger toward Hezbollah is intensifying among a broad segment of the Lebanese population since the start of the war.
Lebanon's Prime Minister Nawaf Salam stated that the government will not back down from its position on reconsidering war and peace decisions and ending new witness tampering, which he characterized as causing only additional casualties.
The Israeli military announced on Wednesday that it killed Ali Muslim, described as a commander of the Imam al-Husayn brigade affiliated with the Quds Force in Lebanon.
Hezbollah and the Israeli military have entered a new phase of armed conflict in southern Lebanon, marked by escalating rocket fire and military operations.
The Israeli military announced on Thursday that it targeted command positions affiliated with Hezbollah in multiple strikes on Beirut and southern Lebanon.
Israeli airstrikes have expanded their scope within Lebanon to include residential areas in Beirut and Jabal Lebanon that were previously considered relatively safe for displaced persons. The strikes are increasingly affecting areas that had been hosting refugees.
The International Organization for Migration's director general expressed serious concern on Thursday regarding reports that an airstrike targeted refugees in Beirut. The organization did not provide additional details about the incident or casualties.
The number of Lebanese internally displaced persons is rising significantly due to war, with figures exceeding 822,000 and continuing to increase hourly, according to reporting from the region.
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz stated on Thursday that he has instructed the military to prepare for expanded operations in Lebanon, threatening to seize territory if rocket fire from Hezbollah continues.
Lebanon's health ministry reported that Israeli airstrikes on Beirut and Mount Lebanon resulted in 11 deaths and 32 injuries, according to official statements.
Lebanese authorities have arrested Jaafar al-Tayyar. The arrest occurs during a period described as involving direct negotiations.
Israel carried out a strike on Jnah in the southern suburbs of Beirut. Local media reported at least one person was killed in the strike.
The Israeli military has dropped charges against soldiers accused of sexually assaulting and abusing a Palestinian detainee held at Sde Teiman military prison. The military's top lawyer cited "exceptional circumstances" for the decision to drop the case.
Iran launched missile strikes on northern Israel on March 13, 2026. Images show the aftermath of impacts, with emergency responders working at strike sites as the conflict between Iran and Israel intensifies.
Multiple rocket strikes hit the Galilee region of northern Israel, injuring at least 50 to 80 people according to Israeli media reports. The strikes damaged approximately 300 homes in the area, with emergency services deployed to treat the wounded and assess the destruction.
Settler attacks have escalated in the West Bank during a period of Israeli-Iranian tensions.
Al-Aqsa Mosque has been closed for 11 days. Hamas has warned that the closure sets a dangerous precedent.
Continuous Iranian strikes targeted Israeli buildings in Tel Aviv, resulting in the evacuation of hundreds of residents. A France 24 correspondent reports on how residents balance fear of escalating conflict with attempts to maintain normal daily routines despite ongoing security threats.
Israeli forces shot and killed two Palestinians near Nablus in the occupied West Bank on Thursday, according to the Palestinian Health Ministry.
Fishermen in Gaza are experiencing increasingly difficult conditions since the start of the Israeli war, with occupation forces preventing them from accessing the sea to search for their catch amid ongoing strikes.
The Israeli military announced that Hezbollah launched approximately 200 rockets on Wednesday night in what it described as the largest barrage since the beginning of the conflict.
The conflict in the region is experiencing military escalation, with coordinated rocket attacks reported from Iran and Hezbollah directed toward Israel. The article indicates an intensification of military tactics in the ongoing tensions.
Israeli settlers set fire to a mosque in the village of Duma, southeast of Nablus in the northern West Bank.
Al Akhbar reports on Israeli military operations resulting in child casualties and complex injuries.
According to reports, a child was killed by gunfire in Gaza, and dozens were killed in airstrikes in Beirut and southern Lebanon. Over 800,000 people have been displaced following Israeli evacuation orders affecting 10% of Lebanon's territory.
The Israeli military prosecutor has dropped charges against five soldiers who were indicted for assaulting a Palestinian detainee at Sde Teiman prison, including allegations of rape. Human rights organization DAWN issued a statement in response to this decision.
A French officer was killed and soldiers wounded Thursday in a drone attack targeting a military base in Iraq's Kurdistan region. The attack followed an Iranian official's announcement of strikes against American bases in Iraq, occurring as France increases its military presence in the area.
The U.S. military announced that one of its refueling aircraft crashed in western Iraq. A second aircraft involved in the incident landed safely.
Iraqi maritime patrols reported violent explosions targeting two foreign oil tankers in Iraqi regional waters off Al-Fao coast in southern Basra on Thursday morning.
Air strikes targeting Popular Mobilization Forces (Hashd al-Sha'abi) positions in western Iraq on Thursday resulted in more than 260 casualties, including killed, wounded, and missing persons.
Japan has provided a grant exceeding $5 million to improve living conditions for internally displaced persons in Ma'rib governorate and the host communities supporting them.
A human rights report has highlighted thousands of violations committed by Houthi forces against women across various cities and areas under their control in Yemen.
Yemeni tribal groups are escalating resistance against the Houthis, organizing protests and calling for the release of detainees. The tribes are also demanding accountability for alleged war crimes, including killings and corruption in areas under Houthi control.
In cooperation with the International Organization for Migration, Libya's anti-illegal immigration apparatus repatriated 346 Nigerian migrants to Lagos through multiple operations. The repatriations included 181 migrants via Benina International Airport, 156 from Tripoli, and 105 migrants from Pakistan and Bangladesh processed through a reception center in Benghazi ahead of their return procedures.
Human Rights Watch has urged Libya to transfer an individual named Njeim to the International Criminal Court.
Ninety women agricultural workers from three Tunisian governorates have organized a civil movement called "Voices of Agricultural Workers" to advocate for their economic and social rights. The movement addresses harsh conditions faced by more than half a million Tunisian women in the agricultural sector, where women comprise 80 percent of the workforce.
Tunisia's voluntary return program has successfully repatriated more than 21,000 migrants to their home countries over a four-year period, according to Tunisia's Foreign Affairs and Migration Minister.
The UN High Commissioner for Refugees reported that approximately 3.2 million people in Iran have been displaced from their homes as a result of war.
Kuwait's General Authority for Civil Aviation reported that Kuwait International Airport was targeted by multiple drones on Thursday morning, resulting in material damage only with no reported casualties.
A child named Sundus, who disappeared under unclear circumstances approximately two weeks ago in Morocco, has been found deceased. The discovery has prompted shock and grief among social media users in the country.
Two people were killed in Oman after drones came down in Sohar province, according to the state news agency.
Internal security forces in Syria announced a temporary curfew in several villages in western rural Homs on Thursday, following an attack on a security building in the area.
Authorities have broken up a human trafficking network that transported approximately 20 migrants from Libya and Syria to France and Germany. The migrants were presented as crew members or sailors aboard a cargo ship. One Syrian member of the network, based in southern France, who allegedly collected thousands of euros from each prospective migrant, is awaiting trial.