An Israeli airstrike hit a residential building in Beirut’s southern suburbs, killing at least three people and injuring seven. The strike targeted a Hezbollah member involved in planning attacks against Israel. Despite a ceasefire, tensions remain high with Israel continuing its strikes, and Hezbollah warning of potential retaliation if the Lebanese government fails to act.
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Friday that "several" wounded North Korean soldiers died after being captured by Ukrainian forces, as he accused Russia of throwing them into battle with "minimal protection". Zelensky did not specify how many North Koreans had died after being captured by Ukrainian troops.
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