Israeli PM says Lebanon ground offensive has expanded past key river

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Lebanese and Israeli military delegations were to hold security talks at the Pentagon on May 29, during which Beirut will demand Israel halt its attacks, which have intensified in recent days.

The development comes as the US and Hezbollah's backer Iran, were negotiating with Tehran, which insists the fighting in Lebanon must be included in any agreement ending the Middle East war. (Photo by Jalaa MAREY / AFP via Getty Images)" width="620" />

Israeli forces have advanced to positions north of Lebanon's Litani River, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Friday, as Israel escalates attacks against Hezbollah militants after warning thousands more Lebanese to flee their villages.