Event Brief
Israel and Hezbollah trade blows despite ceasefire
Filed: May 08, 2026 at 7:05 AM ET
Summary: Israel said it authorised a strike on Beirut suburbs to kill Hezbollah commander Malek Balou as fighting continued despite a ceasefire.
WHO: Benjamin Netanyahu
WHAT: Israel took responsibility for a strike on southern suburbs of Beirut targeting Hezbollah commander Malek Balou
WHEN: May 08, 2026 at 5:41 AM ET
WHERE: Beirut, Lebanon
WHY: Reaction to Wednesday night's strike and continued ceasefire incursions between Israel and Hezbollah.
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