Israeli Strikes Kill Two Amid Fragile Ceasefire

At least two people have been killed in Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon, raising concerns about the fragile ceasefire that began on November 27. Lebanese authorities reported one fatality from an airstrike in Marjayoun and another death from a drone strike in Nabatieh, while a soldier was also wounded in a separate incident. Lebanese parliament speaker Nabih Berri described the Israeli actions as a 'flagrant violation' of the truce agreement, which was meant to halt hostilities after over a year of conflict. The ceasefire, mediated by the U.S., includes provisions for both Israeli withdrawal and Hezbollah's military de-escalation. Israel has acknowledged targeting military vehicles it claims were associated with Hezbollah, but the situation remains tense with accusations of continuous violations by both sides. Amid these developments, U.S. officials suggest that the ceasefire in Lebanon may influence prospects for a similar resolution in Gaza.