On Monday morning, an Israeli airstrike targeted southern Lebanon, claiming the life of a prominent field commander belonging to the heavily-armed Lebanese organisation Hezbollah.
Concurrently, the United Nations issued a stern warning about the escalating violence, emphasising the urgent need for a cessation of hostilities as shelling intensified across the region.
The exchange of fire between Hezbollah and the Israeli military along Lebanon's southern border has been occurring in tandem with the conflict in Gaza, heightening concerns of a broader regional conflagration.
In the latest incident, Israeli fighter jets struck the village of al-Sultaniyah, resulting in the death of a field commander from Hezbollah's elite Radwan units, along with two other individuals, according to reports from the Israeli military and two Lebanese security sources.
Hezbollah launched a drone attack on northern Israel, with the Iron Dome intercepting one drone over the Galilee Panhandle. At least 19 people were injured, possibly by an interceptor that missed its target. This attack follows rising tensions after Israel's strike in Beirut killed a Hezbollah commander and the subsequent assassination of Hamas Chief Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran.
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The United States is sounding the alarm as Israel faces the threat of significant attacks this week. White House National Security Communications Advisor John Kirby has issued a stark warning, emphasizing the need for preparedness against potential strikes by Iran or its proxies. In a joint statement, President Biden, along with leaders from the UK, France, Germany, and Italy, called on Iran to halt its threats against Israel. The situation in the Middle East remains volatile, with Israel already retaliating against Hamas and Hezbollah commanders following recent escalations. As tensions rise, world leaders stress the urgent need for a ceasefire and the delivery of humanitarian aid. Watch as we delve into the latest developments and the global response to the escalating crisis.
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Hamas has rejected the final round of negotiations mediated by the U.S., Qatar, and Egypt for a ceasefire and hostage deal, heightening tensions in the Gaza conflict. The rejection undermines efforts by the Biden administration to broker peace. Yahya Sinwar, the Hamas leader in Gaza, might be planning further resistance or leveraging the situation for better terms, possibly anticipating or coordinating with broader regional actions involving Iran or Hezbollah. This move adds uncertainty to an already volatile situation
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In a shocking revelation, the Israeli Ministry of Military Affairs reports that over 10,000 Israeli forces have been affected by trauma in the ongoing Gaza conflict. The report highlights severe physical injuries, with 37% of troops suffering from limb trauma and 35% diagnosed with PTSD. Since the war began on October 7 last year, more than 300 Israeli forces have died. This escalation, which began as a response to the al-Aqsa Storm operation by Gaza’s resistance groups, has led to nearly 40,000 Palestinian deaths, predominantly women and children. As Israeli authorities release casualty figures sparingly, questions arise about whether the true cost of the war is being hidden. Hamas demands a ceasefire and the return of captives, while Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vows to continue until Hamas is eliminated—a goal deemed impossible by many. Explore the impact of this ongoing conflict and the controversy surrounding the reporting of casualties.
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In response, Putin reaffirmed Russia's support for the creation of a Palestinian state and stressed that their position on a peaceful settlement with Israel remains unchanged.
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The Israeli military said that two rockets were launched from the Gaza Strip, with one landing in the sea off central Israel and the other failing to enter Israeli territory.
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Iran’s permanent mission to the United Nations has firmly rejected allegations of hacking the campaign of US Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump. The mission stated that the Islamic Republic does not give any credibility to these accusations, emphasizing that Iran has no intention or motive to interfere in the US presidential election. This response follows a report by Politico, which disclosed that it had started receiving emails from an anonymous account containing documents from within Trump's campaign.
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The UN has fired nine staff members from its agency for Palestinian refugees, Unrwa, after an internal investigation found they may have been involved in the Hamas-led 7 October attack against Israel. The UN secretary general’s office announced the move in a brief statement on Monday. It did not elaborate on the Unrwa staffers’ possible role in the attack. It said the nine included seven staffers who were fired previously over the claims.
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Nine staff members working for the UN's aid agency for Palestinian refugees have been fired after an investigation found they may have been involved in Hamas's 7.. Sky News
There's been a furious flurry of diplomatic activity in the Lebanese capital Beirut ahead of crucial talks in Doha aimed at reaching a ceasefire deal in Gaza. Sky News
A recent earthquake in central Syria has stirred distressing memories of last year's devastating tremor, although it has had only a minor impact this time around. Measuring 5.5 on the Richter scale and striking 28 kilometers east of Hama, the quake was also felt in Damascus and Beirut, prompting residents to take to the streets in fear of aftershocks. The US Geological Survey has confirmed the quake’s magnitude as 5.0 with a depth of 10 kilometers. Fortunately, local authorities have reported no deaths or significant damage following the event, providing some relief amidst ongoing regional anxieties.
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In a significant development, Hezbollah has reportedly evacuated its headquarters in the Beirut suburb of Dahieh, according to Lebanese media reports. The move follows the assassination of the group's top military commander, Fuad Shukr, in Beirut earlier this month, and the killing of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran. Hezbollah, anticipating potential Israeli strikes in retaliation for these assassinations, has taken the drastic step of relocating its senior personnel away from its stronghold in Beirut. According to the Lebanese news outlet Al Joumhouria, the evacuation includes not only Hezbollah’s military operations but also its political wing, signalling the gravity of the situation.
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Hezbollah has unleashed a massive rocket attack on an Israeli military position in the northern occupied territories, targeting the newly established headquarters of the 146th Division. The assault is a direct response to Israel’s ongoing strikes on civilian areas in southern Lebanon and is also intended to show support for Palestinians in Gaza. With Israel’s Iron Dome failing to intercept most of the missiles, the attack has sparked a major fire in Galilee and intensified the conflict. Hezbollah’s Secretary General, Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah, has vowed to defend Lebanon and avenge recent assassinations of key figures. Watch to see how this escalation might affect the region.
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In a dramatic escalation of hostilities, Israeli fighter jets launched a series of powerful airstrikes on Hezbollah strongholds in southern Lebanon’s Odaisseh, targeting key buildings used by the militant group. The strikes came in response to a barrage of rockets and missiles fired by Hezbollah at northern Israel, including one that hit the evacuated border community of Netu’a. While no injuries were reported, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) responded with intense artillery fire on the rocket launch sites, amplifying the already volatile situation. The fierce exchange has left the region on edge, with fears of further escalation looming large.
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