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At least 23 people have been killed in Israeli air strikes on two houses in central Lebanon where displaced families were reportedly living, the Lebanese health ministry says.

They have been my most important support throughout my ministry, and I am eternally grateful for their sacrifice.

Israel retaliated by launching a military campaign to destroy Hamas, during which more than 43,400 people have been killed in Gaza, according to the Hamas-run health ministry.

Russia's defence ministry said it intercepted 84 Ukrainian drones over six regions, including some approaching Moscow, which forced flights to be diverted from three of the capital's major airports.

A ministry of justice spokesperson said: "Our thoughts are with the family and friends of Lynette White as they come to terms with this difficult news."