Israel Orders Strikes on Beirut's Southern Suburbs as Hezbollah Rockets Hit Northern Israel
Israel struck a southern suburb of Beirut overnight, killing at least 14 people, as Hezbollah rockets targeted northern Israel. The escalation comes amid ongoing ceasefire talks in Washington, with international mediators urging restraint.
The Israeli military confirmed the airstrikes targeted Hezbollah infrastructure in the Dahiyeh district, a known stronghold of the Iran-backed group. Lebanese officials reported multiple casualties and extensive damage to residential buildings.
Hezbollah responded by launching a barrage of rockets into northern Israel, triggering air raid sirens in several communities. Israeli defense systems intercepted most projectiles, but some caused fires and minor injuries. The cross-border violence threatens to derail diplomatic efforts aimed at ending the broader Israel-Hamas conflict.
Meanwhile, in Canada, various news stories unfolded: employers in Toronto are considering work-from-home options to avoid World Cup traffic; a downtown stabbing sent one person to hospital; and police impounded 11 vehicles, including a DoorDash driver's car, for excessive speed. In Abbotsford, a Mission ER closed overnight due to a doctor shortage. Alberta Premier Danielle Smith pushed back against Manitoba's premier over a controversial referendum question.
Weather-wise, heavy rain arrived in Calgary, with more expected Monday and Tuesday. Ottawa enjoyed a sunny and warm start to June. A man died after a canoe capsized on Upper Rideau Lake. Quebec faces a growing illegal plant trade problem, according to a study. Thousands cycled through Montreal in the 40th Tour de L'Ile. Canada coach believes Alphonso Davies will play in the World Cup, though possibly not the opener. A cat festival connected people to furry friends. Financial columnist Christopher Liew warned those turning 65 about changing credits and benefits. A Fredericton man died in an ATV crash. Thompson RCMP search for a missing 12-year-old boy. A wildfire in northern Saskatchewan calmed but continued raging. Regina and Saskatoon listed their most expensive homes. Shearing Day in Cambridge educated the masses on wool. Top stories included a family shaken after a daytime break-in, the Attorney General asked to review a comment by Ford, and an illegal online cannabis shop shut down. Two Ontario trappers were fined for abandoning a bear and wolf. Five active wildland blazes remained in northeastern Ontario. An Oakville couple donated $4.1 million to Western University for brain health research. Lane restrictions on Wellington Road started Monday. Owen Sound residents were awakened by a deer crashing through a window. Barrie police searched for three missing people. The Windsor Jewish Film Festival returned with a lighter mix. A fundraiser for cystic fibrosis was held Sunday in Windsor. Former MP Kerry-Lynne Findlay was elected leader of the B.C. Conservatives. Saanich parents demanded action after a crosswalk removal near Colquitz Middle School. Celine Dion gave a shout-out to the Montreal Victoire as they celebrated with the Walter Cup. Londoners received national commendation for constructing the Battle of the Atlantic Memorial. Confirmed Ebola cases in Congo reached 282, with survivors describing recoveries. Macron said the French Navy, backed by the UK, intercepted a sanctioned tanker from Russia.
In politics, Carney outlined plans to combat antisemitism. Connected vehicle data may have intelligence value to adversaries. Sweden's PM joked about Canada joining the EU. In business, the World Cup is expected to spur a short-lived tourism bump. AI demand drives a surge in cargo theft. In health, a new cancer injection eliminated tumors in some patients. An oncologist reacted to pancreatic cancer drug results. Dutch health officials cleared a hantavirus ship to sail. In entertainment, Hudson Williams won best lead performer, and 'Nirvanna' won best picture at the Screen Awards. A Long Island beach helped launch Marilyn Monroe's career. YouTuber box office boom drew Gen Z to theaters. In sports, questions arose about World Cup safety in Mexico. Canadian midfielder Marcelo Flores will miss the World Cup due to an ACL rupture. Paris hosted a PSG parade after clashes marred their Champions League win. In lifestyle, experts advised against throwing away phones for a fuller life. A painting of Sue Tilley could fetch US$47 million. Milan restored a bull mosaic's testicles. In climate, Nova Scotia divers cleaned up ocean garbage. Humpback whales set a new distance record. A dead humpback whale was brought to shore in Denmark for a necropsy. In sci-tech, Malaysia requires social media age checks. A violent volcanic eruption may have revealed a new weapon to tackle a potent greenhouse gas. AI helped a musician with Parkinson's finish his new album.
