Anthony Albanese urges Israel to stop Lebanon attacks that intensified during Middle East ceasefire

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese urged Israel to stop its intensified attacks on Lebanon and called on Hezbollah to cease reprisals, despite a Middle East ceasefire. Albanese expressed concern over Israel's military campaign on Beirut and southern Lebanon, emphasizing that the ceasefire must extend to Lebanon. He also confirmed that Australia's military surveillance aircraft will remain in the region. This intervention highlights international pressure on both parties to de-escalate hostilities in Lebanon.