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Fighting persists in Lebanon despite a ceasefire as U.S.-Iran deal is under threat

Fighting persists in Lebanon despite a ceasefire as U.S.-Iran deal is under threat
NPR News Saturday 20 June 2026, 10:02 UTC By The Associated Press 1 min read
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Israeli strikes on southern Lebanon on Saturday killed at least seven people, including two children, hours after reports emerged of a ceasefire agreement. (Image credit: Leo Correa)

Israeli strikes on southern Lebanon on Saturday killed at least seven people, including two children, hours after reports emerged of a ceasefire agreement.

(Image credit: Leo Correa)

Lebanon (LOCATION) Israeli (ORG) Leo Correa (PERSON)
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