Israel and Lebanon Still Fight

May 8, 2026, 17:18
InternationalPolitics

Introduction

Israel and Hezbollah are still fighting. They have a peace agreement, but they do not stop. Now, leaders will meet in Washington to talk.

Main Body

Israel uses planes to attack southern Lebanon. Many people died. The Israeli army moved into Lebanese land. Prime Minister Netanyahu ordered these attacks. Hezbollah attacks Israel with missiles and drones. They say Israel broke the peace agreement. Many people in Lebanon are hurt or dead. Many people left their homes. Lebanon wants the fighting to stop. President Aoun and Prime Minister Salam want the Israeli army to leave. They want the US to help them. But some people in Lebanon disagree on how to talk to Israel.

Conclusion

The area is still dangerous. Leaders will meet in Washington on May 14 and 15 to find a solution.

Learning

⚡ The Power of 'WANT'

In this text, we see a very useful word for beginners: Want.

It tells us about a person's dream or a need. Look at these examples from the story:

  • Lebanon wants the fighting to stop. →\rightarrow (They have a wish)
  • They want the Israeli army to leave. →\rightarrow (They have a goal)
  • They want the US to help. →\rightarrow (They need support)

How to use it: Person + want/wants + thing/action

Quick Tip: If you talk about one person (He/She/Lebanon), add an -s: He wants. If you talk about many people (They/We), use no -s: They want.

Vocabulary Learning

fight (v.)
to have a battle or struggle
Example:They will fight for their rights.
peace (n.)
a state of calm and no war
Example:After the war, the people wanted peace.
agreement (n.)
a deal or promise between people
Example:They signed an agreement to end the conflict.
stop (v.)
to end or cease
Example:We need to stop the fighting.
leaders (n.)
important people who guide others
Example:The leaders met in Washington.
talk (v.)
to speak with someone
Example:They will talk about the future.
attack (v.)
to hit or strike with force
Example:The army will attack the enemy.
people (n.)
human beings
Example:Many people were hurt.
died (v.)
to no longer live
Example:Many people died in the war.
land (n.)
the ground or territory
Example:The army moved into the land.
home (n.)
the place where someone lives
Example:Some people left their homes.
want (v.)
to desire or wish
Example:They want the fighting to stop.
dangerous (adj.)
full of danger or risk
Example:The area is still dangerous.
solution (n.)
an answer or way to fix a problem
Example:They hope to find a solution.