The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has carried out strikes against Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon, specifically in the Bir al-Sansal area. The targeted structure was being used by Hezbollah terrorists and served as a site for manufacturing weapons. According to the IDF, the strike was a response to recent terrorist activity identified at the location. The IDF had been monitoring the site and determined it posed a threat to Israel's security. In a separate operation, the IDF also struck military infrastructure belonging to Hezbollah in the Beqaa area. The IDF stated that Hezbollah's activities at these sites violate ceasefire agreements between Israel and Lebanon. The IDF emphasized its commitment to removing threats to Israel's security, warning that it will continue to operate against such threats. The strikes are part of ongoing tensions between Israel and Hezbollah.
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Sky News' Beth Rigby has asked the prime minster how he can build trust with pensioners who voted for Labour after he cut their winter fuel allowance.
This, Beth points out, wasn't in the Labour manifesto, so how can the PM promise not to raise other taxes?
Sir Keir reiterates again that "in relation to working people, income tax, VAT and national insurance, we will not increase tax".
He says the "number one mission" of the government is to grow the economy, and says fixing the transport system and the NHS will both help this.
He also says that the new National Wealth Fund, Great British Energy and "unlocking planning" will allow the country to focus on improving the
economy.