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Israel expanding ground offensive in Lebanon

Israel says its troops have begun ground operations in south-west Lebanon. Until now, its invasion had focused on the eastern side of the border.

Fighting between Israel and Hezbollah militants in Lebanon has continued overnight. We have an interview with Lebanon's former Prime Minister Fuad Siniora, who says the world has abandoned his country. He also says the majority of the population are unhappy with the influence that the militant group has on their lives.

Residents in Tampa Bay, in the United States, are being told to evacuate the city ahead of what meteorologists say is a once in a century storm.

Interpol is asking the public to help them find the names of 46 unidentified women who were murdered decades ago.

Tunisian President Kais Saied wins second term in landslide victory. We head to Tunis for reaction.

And we hear why Australian airline, Qantas, has been forced to apologise to its passengers.

(Photo: Dahieh Hadath area, Beirut. Credit: Wael Hamzeh/EPA-EFE/REX/Shutterstock)

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  • Tue 8 Oct 2024 06:06GMT