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Israeli ex-army chief emerges as main rival to Netanyahu ahead of general election

Former military chief Gadi Eisenkot has emerged as the principal challenger to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as Israel prepares to vote in a fiercely contested general election on October 27. Eisenkot's campaign is built around a 10-point platform that he says will restore Israel's security, unity and democratic institutions.

France 24

Syria seeks security pact with Israel, says President Sharaa

Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa seeks a security agreement with Israel for peace. Israel seized strategic territories after Bashar Al Assad fell to rebels. Israeli forces shelled Syrian areas and destroyed an electrical transformer recently. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres urged respect for Syria's sovereignty and territorial integrity. Sharaa's government is rebuilding…

The Economic Times

US, Iran hold fire for second day as ceasefire talks gain momentum

The United States and Iran refrained from launching attacks for a second consecutive day as mediators worked to revive an interim ceasefire agreement after nearly two weeks of escalating hostilities. The pause has raised cautious hopes for de-escalation, with Oman-led diplomacy focusing on restoring confidence and addressing disputes over navigation…

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US pauses attacks on Iran for a second straight day and Tehran does too

United States and Iran have paused attacks for a second day. Both nations are continuing efforts to return to negotiations for an interim ceasefire. Mediators are working to de-escalate tensions and keep both sides talking. Concerns persist regarding shipping safety in crucial regional waterways. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu fully…

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UNESCO adds West Bank site, Lebanese castles to World Heritage List despite Israeli opposition

UNESCO added a major archaeological site in the West Bank and a group of historic castles in southern Lebanon to its World Heritage List, defying Israeli objections and reigniting a long-running dispute over the intersection of cultural heritage and politics in the region.

France 24

West Bank site becomes World Heritage site despite Israel objections

Sebastia, a hilltop town about 10 kilometers (6 miles) northwest of Nablus in the Israeli-occupied West Bank

The Independent UK

Salman Rushdie recounts near-fatal stabbing as attacker faces terrorism trial

Salman Rushdie described his near-fatal stabbing during a terrorism trial. He recounted the ambush which occurred on an amphitheater stage four years ago. The author detailed his injuries and lengthy recovery process. His attacker, Hadi Matar, faces federal charges for the assault. Matar has pleaded not guilty to the terrorism-related…

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Salman Rushdie testifies at the terrorism trial of the man convicted of stabbing him

Salman Rushdie has testified for the second time about being stabbed nearly to death four years ago in a western New York amphitheater

The Independent UK

Ancient Lebanese city of Tyre on heritage danger list

PARIS - Tyre, an ancient Phoenician city in southern Lebanon hit in recent months by Israeli bombardment, was on Wednesday added to the Unesco list of world heritage sites in danger.

Bangkok Post

Salman Rushdie’s attacker goes on trial again in federal case centered on decades-old ‘fatwa’

The attempted murder case against Matar focused on the details of the knife attack while the federal one delves more into questions of motive

The Independent UK

Trump told Americans to visit Lebanon. The rest of his government has warned not to travel there

Trump unexpectedly announced he would allow US carriers to fly directly to Lebanon, ending a more than 40-year ban

The Independent UK

Salman Rushdie attacker faces US terrorism trial

Hadi Matar, already serving 25 years for attempted murder, denies federal charges that could bring a life sentence

The Guardian - UK

UNESCO places ancient Lebanese city of Tyre on heritage danger list

UNESCO on Wednesday added Tyre, an ancient coastal city in southern Lebanon founded by the Phoenicians, to its list of world heritage sites in danger following months of Israeli bombardment. Founded around 4,700 years ago, Tyre is home to archaeological treasures including two protected UNESCO areas.

France 24

Lebanon's prime minister tours shattered southern village, calls for Israeli military withdrawal

Lebanon's prime minister has visited a southern village as a Lebanese-Israeli agreement brokered by Washington appears to have started following a monthslong war

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Terrorism trial set to open in stabbing of author Salman Rushdie

The man who was convicted of trying to kill Salman Rushdie is going on trial again

France 24

Trump says US 'not finished' attacking Iran as conflict widens

President Donald Trump said the US was "not finished" attacking Iran on Tuesday as the conflict widened, with Tehran launching strikes on Gulf states and its Houthi allies threatening to blockade Saudi ports. The escalation came amid fresh US strikes, rising military casualties and continued diplomatic contacts through mediators.

The Times of India

US airlines to resume direct flights to Lebanon after 40 years, says Donald Trump

US President Donald Trump announced direct flights to Lebanon will resume. This decision follows talks with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun at the White House. Direct commercial flights were suspended between the two nations in 1985. The US pledged continued support for Lebanon and its stability. Airlines may be cautious due…

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The Independent UK

Trump announces direct US flights to Lebanon, reversing Reagan-era rule

The announcement followed a meeting with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun at the White House

Euronews

Trump promises US support for Lebanon in White House meeting with president

Lebanon and Israel have held rare direct talks mediated by Washington. Aoun’s visit was the first to the White House by a Lebanese president since 2009.

The Economic Times

US bombs Iranian ports and cities; Tehran retaliates with attacks on US sites in Bahrain, Kuwait and Jordan

US and Iranian forces exchanged strikes for the tenth consecutive night. Iran-aligned Houthis threatened a naval blockade against Saudi Arabia, impacting global energy supplies. Iran targeted US sites in Bahrain, Kuwait, and Jordan, while a tanker was struck. Diplomatic efforts are underway to de-escalate the conflict and restore a ceasefire.…

Euronews

Lebanese army begins deployment to southern regions after Israel deal

Beirut announced the beginning of its mobilisation to the southern Lebanese regions as President Aoun prepares for a high-stakes meeting with US President Donald Trump on Tuesday to conclude his four-day visit to Washington.

The Economic Times

Lebanese army deploys in southern town after Israeli withdrawal, official says

Lebanese troops deployed in Zawtar al-Gharbiyeh after Israeli forces withdrew. This deployment follows a U.S.-brokered plan for phased Israeli withdrawals. The plan involves Lebanese forces confiscating weapons from Hezbollah in southern Lebanon. This handover marks the first test of the pilot zone program. Lebanon hopes to restore control over occupied…

Bangkok Post

Lebanese president to meet Trump amid pressure to disarm Hezbollah

WASHINGTON - Lebanese President Joseph Aoun was preparing to meet with his US counterpart Donald Trump in Washington on Tuesday, as Beirut’s military moved into an area of the south under a deal with Israel to disarm Hezbollah.

The Economic Times

Lebanon's president will meet with Trump in Washington to push for Israeli troop withdrawal

Lebanon's president will meet with U.S. President Donald Trump to discuss long-term calm. Rare direct talks between Lebanon and Israel are currently being mediated by Washington. Lebanon hopes for Israeli troop withdrawal and military support to assert control. The U.S. State Department announced operations in three villages have begun. Washington…

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