Israeli air strikes and drone attacks in southern Lebanon have reportedly killed at least five people, according to Lebanese state media. These strikes took place just hours after a ceasefire between Israel and the Iran-backed Hezbollah group was supposed to take effect.
The Israeli military conducted a series of strikes in the Nabatieh area, destroying residential buildings and homes, while also shelling the outskirts of the region. The ceasefire, confirmed by a U.S. official and sources from both Israel and Hezbollah, was set to begin at 4 p.m. on Friday.
This escalation of violence, despite the ceasefire agreement, raises concerns about the stability of the region and could have implications for investors, particularly those with interests in Middle Eastern markets or sectors affected by geopolitical tensions