Lebanese parliament extends term by 2 years as Israel intensifies attacks on Lebanon

The Lebanese parliament has extended its term by two years due to the U.S.-Israel war with Iran, which has pushed the region into an escalating conflict, and Israel stepped up its attacks on Lebanon

March 9, 2026Updated: March 9, 2026

By KAREEM CHEHAYEB, NATALIE MELZER and BASSEM MROUE