Lebanon says four people killed in Israeli attacks overnight

The Lebanese health ministry says three people have been killed in Israeli air strikes overnight on Aita el Shaab in southern Lebanon.

Separately, one person - of Syrian nationality - was killed in Qana, also in southern Lebanon. Another Syrian was wounded.

Allies call for ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon

We're re-starting our live coverage of the fighting between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon.

Overnight, allies including the US, UK and EU called for a 21-day ceasefire. The 12-strong bloc said it would "provide space for diplomacy towards the conclusion of a diplomatic settlement" and a ceasefire in Gaza.

In a joint statement, they said the hostilities were "intolerable" and presented an "unacceptable risk of a broader regional escalation".

It comes after Israel’s military chief told troops on Wednesday that extensive air strikes in Lebanon could pave the way for them to "enter enemy territory".

The Lebanese health ministry says at least four people were killed by Israeli air strikes overnight in the south of the country.

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