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MIDDLE EAST LIVE 27 April: Fighting continues in Lebanon; Security Council to debate maritime security

The recently extended ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon remains under strain as violence continues, with civilian deaths and injuries reported in Israeli strikes over the weekend. Meanwhile, the UN Security Council is set to hold a high-level debate on maritime security amid ongoing concerns over the safety of key global waterways. Stay with us for live updates. ,
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