Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam said Saturday he rejects any attempt to drag his country into "adventures" threatening its security and unity.

BEIRUT, Feb 28 (Reuters) - Lebanon's presidency said on ⁠Saturday ⁠it had been told ⁠by the U.S. ambassador that Israel would not escalate against Lebanon ​as long as there are no hostile acts from the Lebanese side, following the ‌launch of U.S.-Israeli strikes on ‌Iran.

Beirut faced a test as the army set a 4-month window to disarm Hezbollah north of the Litani, despite skepticism over the group’s 25,000 rockets. Lebanon is facing a crucial test.

Lebanon's parliamentary elections, scheduled for May and widely seen as a new test for the country's main political players, remain in limbo.

Lebanon’s foreign minister says his government has urged the Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah not to get involved if any fighting erupts between the United States and Iran, voicing concerns about a new possible conflict with Israel.

Lebanon’s Health Ministry said Saturday that Israeli strikes on eastern Lebanon killed 10 people and wounded 24, including three children.

The Indian Embassy in Beirut has advised nationals in Lebanon to avoid unnecessary travel and remain vigilant amid escalating Iran conflict, issuing an emergency helpline and email for immediate assistance.

Beirut: The Indian Embassy in Lebanon has issued an advisory urging all Indian nationals in the country to avoid unnecessary travel, remain vigilant, and follow local safety and emergency instructions amid escalating tensions in the Middle East.