Israel Seeks to Destroy Lebanon

• CrossFireArabia
• May 30, 2026

Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam on Saturday warned that his country is facing “dangerous and unprecedented” Israeli escalation in the south despite a ceasefire agreement.

“Israel is pursuing a policy of comprehensive destruction that goes beyond targeting specific locations in Lebanon. What Israel is doing is not only a violation of Lebanon’s sovereignty but also an attempt to erase history,” Salam said at a press conference in Beirut.

“We are facing dangerous and unprecedented Israeli attacks,” he added.

The premier said Lebanon remains determined to end the war and prevent the country from becoming an arena for the conflicts of others.

He also argued that Israel cannot achieve security through destruction and military attacks.

Commenting on US-mediated negotiations between Lebanon and Israel, Salam said the Lebanese state is conducting talks on behalf of all Lebanese citizens according to Anadolu.

“There is no guarantee that the negotiations will succeed, but this is the least costly option for Lebanon and our people,” he said.

“Does negotiation mean surrender? No. The professional work of the negotiating team is aimed at securing a ceasefire,” Salam added.

Addressing residents displaced by Israeli attacks in southern Lebanon, the prime minister said the Lebanese state would continue efforts to secure a ceasefire and support reconstruction.

Israel has continued airstrikes and ground operations in Lebanon despite a ceasefire that took effect on April 17 and was later extended by 45 days beginning May 17 through US mediation.

Lebanese authorities said Thursday that Israeli attacks since March 2 have killed more than 3,300 people and displaced over one million others.

Death Trap: Hezbollah Destroys 6 Israeli Tanks in 24 Hours

• CrossFireArabia
• May 30, 2026

Hezbollah said early Saturday that it had carried out 22 attacks against Israeli troops, vehicles and military positions in the previous 24 hours, including drone and missile strikes that hit six Israeli Merkava tanks across southern Lebanon.

The group said the attacks were in response to Israeli violations of a ceasefire agreement and attacks on civilians and villages in southern Lebanon.

Hezbollah said its fighters targeted five Merkava tanks in the town of Yahmar al-Shaqif in Nabatieh province using attack drones, a guided missile and other weapons, and that the tanks were seen burning after the attacks.

It said a sixth Merkava tank was targeted near the town of Dibbine in Marjayoun district, where it was also seen burning.

Hezbollah reported attacks on Israeli troops, military vehicles and positions across several areas in southern Lebanon, including Naqoura, Haddatha, Rashaf, Bayyada and Zawtar al-Sharqiya.

The group said it used attack drones against Israeli troop gatherings, military sites and technical equipment, and carried out rocket attacks on Israeli forces.

In northern Israel, Hezbollah said it launched drone attacks targeting Israeli soldiers near the settlement of Natua and at the Galilee Forest military camp according to Anadolu.

In recent weeks, Hezbollah drones have raised growing concern in Israel, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu describing them as a “major threat” due to the difficulty in detecting them.

Israel has continued its attacks on Lebanon despite a ceasefire that took effect April 17 and was extended for 45 days beginning May 17 following indirect talks mediated by the US.

According to the Lebanese Health Ministry, Israeli attacks since March 2 have killed 3,355 victims across the country.

Man Happier Around Donkey

• CrossFireArabia
• May 30, 2026

This is according to different studies. A donkey seems to bring the best in man. This is what studies show. Humans are more psychologically relaxed when they are this specie of animals.