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IDF strikes vehicle north of Litani River in southern Lebanon - report • May 13, 2025, 9:08 PM ET (Jerusalem Post)

Over 90% of Hezbollah infrastructure in south dismantled by Lebanese army - report • May 1, 2025, 5:34 AM ET (Jerusalem Post)

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