Israeli Strikes Kill 47 in Lebanon Ahead of New Ceasefire
Summary
- Israeli airstrikes and shelling in Lebanon left at least 47 dead and 97 injured.
- The casualty toll was announced ahead of a new ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah taking effect.
- The U.S. has been mediating a ceasefire deal between the two sides, and President Donald Trump has asked Israel to agree to a truce.
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At least 47 people were killed in Lebanon in Israeli airstrikes and shelling, according to the country’s Health Ministry.
CBS News reported on June 19 that the ministry said at least 47 people were killed and 97 wounded in Israeli attacks that day.
The dead included seven women and two children.
The casualty toll was released ahead of a new ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah taking effect.
The U.S. has been mediating efforts to secure a truce between the two sides, CBS News reported. President Donald Trump has asked Israel to agree to a ceasefire with Hezbollah, the report added.
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