Israeli airstrikes in South Lebanon killed nine people on August 14, 2026, according to Lebanon's state news agency. The incident occurred amid heightened cross‑border tension between Israel and Lebanon, where frequent exchanges of fire have been reported since early 2025. The strikes hit a residential area in the village of Aitaroun, causing the deaths of seven civilians and two combatants, the agency said. Israel's military stated that the operation targeted militant positions linked to rocket launches from Lebanon. Lebanese authorities have condemned the attacks, and the United Nations has called for restraint to prevent further civilian casualties.