Hezbollah suffers heavy losses

The group announced it will hold mass funerals in southern Lebanon today for forty-four fighters killed in recent strikes.

Despite the ongoing ceasefire, Israeli forces have continued to target Hezbollah positions in what they describe as a campaign to disarm the Iran-allied group.

Lebanese officials warn that the continued occupation of southern villages is creating a 'bleak' future for displaced residents.

The heavy losses are expected to influence Hezbollah's stance in upcoming U.S.-mediated negotiations scheduled for later this week.