Latest news in Lebanon? September 13th, 2026
13-09-2026
Southern Lebanon Security & Military Escalation
- Intense Israeli airstrikes, artillery shelling, and demolition operations were reported across multiple towns in southern Lebanon, particularly in Al-Mansouri, Khiyam, and districts across Tyre, Nabatieh, Bint Jbeil, and Marjayoun. In Al-Mansouri alone, over 30 blasts were recorded after drones dropped explosive containers targeting residential structures. Anadolu Agency+ 1
- The Lebanese Army reported reaching approximately 7,700 documented Israeli violations since the Washington-brokered framework agreement was signed in late June. Palestine Chronicle
- President Joseph Aoun conducted an unannounced visit to Nabatieh alongside the Lebanese Army commander and security leadership, affirming that Israeli withdrawal, the return of displaced residents and detainees, and post-war reconstruction remain unconditional national priorities. Aoun emphasized that no new bilateral negotiations with Israel are planned. Palestine Chronicle+ 1
- In an official statement, President Aoun formally condemned the drone attacks on Saudi Arabia’s East-West pipeline, calling it an assault on regional stability and reiterating Lebanon’s solidarity with the Kingdom. www.spa.gov.sa
- Lebanon formally petitioned the UN Security Council to extend the mandate of the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) in the south, arguing that terminating the mission at the end of 2026 would be premature given unresolved border disputes and continuing instability. Report.az