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Smoke rises after an airstrike in a southern suburb of Beirut, the Lebanese capital.
Thursday, April 09, 2026 UN News With a US-Iran ceasefire offering a fragile glimmer of hope after weeks of conflict, violence continues to reverberate across the Middle East. Massive airstrikes in Lebanon have caused heavy civilian casualties and widespread destruction, drawing strong UN condemnation. As humanitarian needs deepen and diplomatic efforts intensify, the situation remains highly volatile. Stay with us for live updates. App users can follow coverage here.
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MIDDLE EAST LIVE 9 April: UN condemns massive strikes in Lebanon, as concerns grow over ceasefire , Inter Press Service , Thursday, April 09, 2026 (posted by Global Issues)
