Israeli Drone Strikes in Lebanon Kill 12, Including Two Children

Israeli drone strikes targeted seven vehicles across Lebanon on May 13, 2026, resulting in the deaths of 12 people, including a woman and her two children. The Lebanese Health Ministry confirmed that three of these attacks occurred on the main highway south of Beirut, while others hit areas near Sidon and deeper in southern Lebanon. The Israeli military stated the operations targeted Hezbollah infrastructure and followed evacuation orders issued to residents of six southern villages. Despite a US-brokered ceasefire established on April 17, cross-border fire continues, with Hezbollah also launching drone attacks against Israeli forces. Amidst this escalation, Lebanon and Israel are scheduled to hold another round of direct talks in Washington on May 14, 2026. The Trump administration is actively pushing for a diplomatic breakthrough between the two nations, which have technically remained in a state of war since 1948. This violence underscores the fragility of the current truce and the ongoing humanitarian risks faced by civilians in the region as diplomatic efforts proceed simultaneously with military engagements.