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Iran permits 30 vessels to pass through Strait of Hormuz overnight; Hezbollah strikes Israel - top developments

Iran’s Revolutionary Guards said around 30 ships had crossed the Strait of Hormuz with Tehran’s permission since Wednesday evening, signalling a limited easing of restrictions on one of the world’s most important energy routes. Iranian media reported that several Chinese vessels were among those allowed through after what officials described…

The Times of India

Israel kills 22 in Lebanon in strikes ahead of high-stakes US-brokered talks

Israeli strikes across Lebanon on Wednesday killed at least 22 people, including eight children, as tensions rose ahead of a new round of US-brokered talks between Lebanon and Israel in Washington.

The Times of India

Israel hammers Lebanon with strikes, killing 22

Israeli airstrikes hit Lebanon hard, killing 22 people including children. These deadly raids occurred just before crucial talks between Lebanon and Israel in Washington. The violence has escalated significantly since a ceasefire was announced. Homes have been damaged and destroyed.

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Trump says no need for China's help on Iran as shippers seek passage through Hormuz

President Donald Trump states no help is needed from China to end the Iran war. He believes the US will win the conflict. Iran is firming its control over the Strait of Hormuz. US and Iran demands to end the war remain far apart. A Chinese supertanker is attempting to…

The Economic Times

Israeli drone strikes hit highway south of Beirut, killing 8, including 2 children

Israeli drones have struck three vehicles on a highway south of Beirut, killing eight people, including a woman and her two children, according to the Lebanese Health Ministry

The Independent UK

Hezbollah leader urges Lebanon to quit direct Israel talks

Hezbollah's leader has urged Lebanon to withdraw from direct talks with Israel, calling them a concession

The Independent UK

How Hezbollah’s $300 drones are challenging Israeli military

Non-state group learns from Ukrainian warfare to develop cabled drones that evade hi-tech defences of state army

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Watch: IDF shares footage of Hezbollah living quarters in underground tunnels in south Lebanon

Israeli forces have released footage of Hezbollah living quarters in southern Lebanon, highlighting ongoing tensions despite a ceasefire. The IDF reported striking over 100 targets, including weapons caches and tunnel routes, amidst an escalating drone war.

The Times of India

Iranian chief negotiator says US must accept peace proposal or face 'failure'

Iran has refused to back down in its war with Washington, with military officials warning they are prepared to respond to any renewed US attack.

Euronews

Mass starvation looms if fertilisers can’t pass key waterway, UN warns – as it happened

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The Guardian - AU

Israeli troops jailed for desecration of Virgin Mary statue in Lebanon

IDF says two soldiers will spend weeks in military prison over incident it said was viewed with great severity

The Guardian - UK

Vision of destruction: Israel’s assault on southern Lebanon in video, maps and charts

More than 1.2 million people have been forced to flee their homes amid bombings, evacuation orders and demolitions

The Guardian - UK

US awaiting response from Iran over proposals for ceasefire deal, says Rubio

Diplomatic efforts continue despite fighting in and around contested strait of Hormuz in recent days

The Guardian - UK

‘They have screwed each other pretty badly’: tensions emerge in Netanyahu-Trump alliance

Israeli PM says he has ‘full coordination’ with US president amid reports that Washington no longer consults him

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Middle East negotiations continue as US awaits Iranian response to latest peace proposal – as it happened

Centcom says it has struck two tankers heading for Iran after Tehran warned Washington was violating fragile ceasefire; two days of ‘intensive talks’ between Israel and Lebanon slated as strikes continue in the region

The Times of India

Is the war over or not? US-Iran trade fire amid ceasefire, UAE hit again; where things stand

The fragile ceasefire between the United States and Iran appeared dangerously close to collapse on Friday after fresh military exchanges in and around the Strait of Hormuz reignited fears of a wider Middle East conflict. The latest escalation came after the US military said it intercepted Iranian missiles, drones and…

International Business Times

Israel And Lebanon Set To Have Third Round Of Talks Next Week

Israel and Lebanon are set to have a third round of talks in the U.S. next week, officials with knowledge of the matter told CNN.

International Business Times UK

IDF Soldier Photographed Desecrating a Virgin Mary Statue Weeks After Another Soldier Smashed a Jesus Statue Nearby

Israel's military says it is investigating a soldier filmed smoking and placing a cigarette in a statue of the Virgin Mary in occupied southern Lebanon.

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The Independent UK

Democratic senators press US military on Israel's evacuation zones, warning of legal risks

Twelve U.S. Democratic Senators have asked the U.S. Central Command about coordination with Israel on evacuation zones in Lebanon and Iran

Euronews

Israel strikes Beirut for first time since ceasefire, reportedly killing Hezbollah commander

Beirut and its southern suburbs had been spared Israeli attacks since 8 April, when massive Israeli strikes across the country killed more than 350 people.

Euronews

Israel army investigating after soldier seen desecrating Virgin Mary statue in Lebanon

The Israeli military said on Thursday it "respects freedom of religion and worship, as well as holy sites and religious symbols of all religions and communities."

The Economic Times

India facilitates return of five nationals from Lebanon amid rising tensions

The Indian Embassy in Beirut has successfully facilitated the return of five Indian nationals to India, expressing gratitude to Lebanese authorities for their cooperation. This comes as the embassy continues its outreach to the Indian community and amid ongoing regional tensions. Earlier, 177 Indian nationals had also departed from Beirut…

The Independent UK

Iran war briefing: Tehran mulls US peace plan after Israel attacks Lebanon

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Euronews

At Beirut shoreline camp, volunteer barber brings dignity with free haircuts

Lebanon’s displaced families are finding small moments of relief in Beirut. A volunteer barber is helping restore dignity after weeks of conflict.

Euronews

Israeli airstrike kills 4 and injures 33 in southern Lebanon despite fragile ceasefire

Israeli airstrike hits house in Saksakieh despite ceasefire, killing four and injuring 33, as raids in southern Lebanon stoke fears of renewed escalation.

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