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Israel Military Operations Expand Into Lebanon Despite Mediation
Israel is intensifying military operations in Lebanon, capturing the strategic Beaufort Castle and conducting strikes on Beirut's southern suburbs, even as international mediators attempt de-escalation. The operations signal Israeli intent to escalate against Hezbollah and potentially expand the conflict beyond Gaza, complicating US-Iran peace negotiations. Israel claims operational necessity while facing international calls for restraint.
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