The Israeli military announced the deaths of three more soldiers, including a 70-year-old reservist, during ongoing clashes in southern Lebanon, raising the officially reported death toll to 52 since ground operations against Hezbollah began on September 30. The conflict intensified following a Hamas attack on October 8, 2023, which prompted Hezbollah to launch rocket attacks into northern Israel. Efforts for a ceasefire are in progress, with U.S. envoy Amos Hochstein indicating further advancements in peace talks.