‘It’s the West Bank’: Lebanese villagers describe life inside Israel’s ‘yellow line’ Residents live in fear of nightly raids and daytime bombings from the Israeli military occupying their land The Guardian - UK · May 27
The chaotic, unique, beautiful Lebanon I knew has been reduced to rubble. When will it end? Suspected war crimes happen almost daily as Israel continues its bombardment, which Unicef estimates is killing nearly 14 children a day. We cannot write this off as just another war in a war-torn region, writes Arwa Mahdawi The Guardian - UK · May 27
Iran says ‘low’ possibility of return to war with US TEHRAN - Iran’s Revolutionary Guards said on Wednesday that a return to war with the United States was unlikely, while warning that the Islamic republic stood ready against any attack. Bangkok Post · May 27
US strikes Iran, Tehran hits back with attack on American air base The United States carried out strikes on a ground control station in the south of Iran on Thursday, prompting retaliation from Tehran which targeted a US base in the most serious clashes since the April ceasefire began. France 24 · May 27
Middle East crisis: Rubio says ‘some progress’ on US-Iran deal after Trump says ‘maybe we’ll just have to finish the job’ – as it happened Trump and secretary of state give conflicting messages about the status of deal with Iran as US president meets with his cabinet The Guardian - UK · May 27
Newsletter: Caution prevails as EU mulls talking to Russia Also in this newsletter: Ukraine's deputy Prime Minister tells Euronews there is "no alternative to full EU membership" for his country, and Meloni issues a biting criticism of the European Union to industry leaders as tensions between Rome and Brussels brew. Euronews · May 27
Israel says killed new chief of Hamas armed wing in Gaza strike Israel announced the killing of Mohammed Odeh, the new head of Hamas's armed wing in Gaza. This strike follows the elimination of his predecessor just weeks prior. Israeli officials stated Odeh was responsible for the October 7 massacre. The operation is part of Israel's commitment to targeting leaders involved in… The Economic Times · May 27
Iran-US war latest: Tehran retaliates after Trump orders fresh strikes on military sites White House dismisses report of draft agreement with Tehran as ‘complete fabrication’ The Independent UK · May 27
Trump gathers Cabinet as he looks to seal deal to end war that some backers worry will embolden Iran President Trump is close to a deal to end the war with Iran. This agreement aims to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and reduce Iran's nuclear capabilities. However, critical issues remain unresolved. Some allies worry Iran's leaders may emerge stronger. Recent U.S. strikes in Iran have complicated ongoing talks. The Economic Times · May 27
Israel expands military ground operations in Southern Lebanon as clashes with Hezbollah intensify Israel’s military said it struck more than 100 Hezbollah sites across southern Lebanon and the eastern Bekaa Valley area overnight. Euronews · May 27
Israeli strikes kill dozens in southern Lebanon as Netanyahu expands ground campaign Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon killed 31 people and wounded 40 on Tuesday, Lebanon’s health ministry said, including at least four children and three women, as Israel said it was intensifying operations despite a truce with the Iran-backed group Hezbollah. France 24 · May 27
'Architect of October 7 massacre': Hamas military chief Mohammed Odeh killed in Israel strike on Gaza In a decisive military operation, Israel has taken out Mohammed Odeh, the newly appointed chief of Hamas's Al-Qassam Brigades, who played a crucial role in the October 7 assaults. This action is part of a broader campaign targeting Hamas leadership figures like Yahya Sinwar and Ismail Haniyeh. The Times of India · May 27
What we know and don't know about the possible deal to end the Iran war The United States and Iran appear to be nearing a deal to end the war AAP · May 27
Trump says no country will control Hormuz Strait under future Iran deal President Donald Trump on Wednesday told his cabinet that “nobody” would control the Strait of Hormuz under a future settlement with Iran, but maintained that the US would “watch over” the critical waterway. Tehran effectively closed the Strait to commercial shipping in response to the US-Israeli war on Iran, triggering… France 24 · May 27
AAP · May 26 Israel expands attacks in southern Lebanon Dozens of people have been killed and injured in Israeli attacks on Lebanon in airstrikes beyond the 'Yellow Line' they agreed to at the start of the ceasefire.
The Independent UK · May 26 Hopes of quick Iran peace deal fade as Tehran accuses US of ‘gross violation’ of ceasefire with new strikes Iran’s supreme leader said that countries in the region could ‘no longer be a shield for US bases’
International Business Times · May 26 Benjamin Netanyahu Says Israel To Step Up Attacks Against Hezbollah In Lebanon Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel will escalate strikes against Hezbollah in Lebanon, with both officials from the country and the U.S. saying the group continued to launch attacks.
The Independent UK · May 26 Israel and Hezbollah clash along strategic Lebanese river following overnight strikes Israel's military is clashing with the Hezbollah militant group along a strategic river in Lebanon
The Economic Times · May 26 When will US-Iran war end, Strait of Hormuz reopen? Marco Rubio reveals details after White House launches heavy strikes Iran and the U.S. had indicated progress on a memorandum of understanding that could halt the war and restart shipping through the blockaded Strait of Hormuz.
The Independent UK · May 26 Benjamin Netanyahu vows to ‘smite’ Hezbollah in intensified attacks Benjamin Netanyahu has vowed to “intensify’ attacks against the Iranian-backed Hezbollah in Lebanon in a video shared on social media on Monday (25 May).
Euronews · May 26 Israeli strike on village in eastern Lebanon kills 12 as Israel calls up more troops The Israeli military did not comment on this particular strike, but said on Monday that it was targeting Hezbollah infrastructure in eastern Lebanon.
The National (Scotland) · May 26 12 killed in strikes as Israel ramps up attacks on Lebanon AN ISRAELI airstrike on a village in eastern Lebanon killed 12 people, the country’s state-run National News Agency has said ...
The Guardian - AU · May 26 Middle East crisis: Iran’s foreign ministry says US broke ceasefire with overnight strikes – as it happened The US military said it carried out strikes on Monday against targets including boats attempting to lay mines and missile launch sites
The Guardian - AU · May 26 US strikes Iran missile sites and mine laying vessels as Trump’s promised peace deal remains elusive Negotiators from Iran travelled to Qatar on Monday, with the fate of the country’s nuclear programme and access to frozen assets under discussion
The Times of India · May 26 Proposed US-Iran pact to reopen Hormuz, end Iranian transit charges: Report The United States and Iran are discussing a plan that would open the Strait of Hormuz roughly 30 days after the two sides reach a deal to end hostilities, a Middle East diplomatic source told Nikkei on Monday.