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Israel launches ground offensive into southern Lebanon

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March 3, 2026

As Israel and the US step up their attacks against Iran, the conflict is spreading to Lebanon, where Iran's ally Hezbollah says it's ready for open war with Israel. In response, Israel has launched a ground invasion.

A wave of US‑Israeli strikes has hit Iranian command centers, prompting Tehran to launch drones and missiles across the region. Hezbollah has now joined in, escalating the conflict as Israel expands attacks in Lebanon and launches a ground incursion. With civilians fleeing and fronts multiplying, the regional war shows no signs of slowing down.

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