Published: May 13, 2026, 17:00 IST | Updated: May 13, 2026, 17:00 IST
Israel has intensified military operations in southern Lebanon amid rising cross-border tensions and ahead of anticipated diplomatic talks. The escalation comes as regional conflict fears grow, with continued exchanges along the border raising concerns of a wider Middle East war. Global powers are urging restraint while ceasefire negotiations remain fragile and uncertain.