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worldAccording to a Kan 11 News report, Israel's political leadership has instructed the IDF to temporarily suspend sensitive military operations in southern Lebanon at the request of the United States. The move is intended to avoid widening the current confrontation involving Iran while diplomatic negotiations between Israel and Lebanon continue.
worldIsraeli troops operating in the Security Zone located a Hezbollah weapons cache hidden inside a bedroom of a civilian home in the village of Tallousa. Additional weapons storage sites containing RPG launchers, ammunition, and small arms were also uncovered, underscoring Hezbollah's continued use of civilian areas to conceal terrorist infrastructure.
worldPrime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu urged the United States not to approve advanced fighter aircraft and engine sales to Turkey, warning that such a move would undermine Israel's military edge and shift the balance of power in the Middle East. During an interview with Fox News, Netanyahu also discussed Iran, U.S.-Israel relations, Lebanon, and regional security.
worldIDF forces uncovered an underground shaft and a weapons storage site containing rockets and mortars near At-Tiri in southern Lebanon. Additional explosives, weapons, and military gear were found near Maroun al-Ras.
breakingPresident Donald Trump said talks involving Iran are moving in the right direction, while U.S.-backed pressure continues over Tehran’s nuclear ambitions, threats to shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, frozen assets, and regional issues tied to Lebanon.
worldIranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf announced that ships will be allowed to transit the Strait of Hormuz without fees only during the 60-day period outlined in Iran's ceasefire memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the United States. After that, Iran says it plans to impose transit fees while reaffirming its claim of control over the strategic waterway. The announcement has intensified concerns over global energy security, inflation, and Iran's growing leverage over international trade.
worldPresident Trump says U.S. representatives are heading to Doha for talks on Iran’s denuclearization, while Tehran denies a direct follow-up meeting is scheduled and continues pressing for control over shipping routes in the Strait of Hormuz. The issue comes as Israel warns that Iran’s terror proxy Hezbollah remains a major threat in Lebanon.
worldCENTCOM Commander Adm. Brad Cooper met with senior Israeli and Lebanese officials during his Middle East trip, discussing implementation of a newly signed framework agreement while reaffirming the U.S. military's commitment to regional security. Cooper also visited American troops deployed in Israel, where more than 50,000 U.S. service members remain on alert across the region.
worldThe United States carried out another round of airstrikes against Iranian military targets after Iran violated the ceasefire agreement by attacking commercial shipping near the Strait of Hormuz, according to U.S. officials. President Donald Trump warned that continued Iranian aggression could force the United States to "militarily complete the job," saying the Islamic Republic "will no longer exist" if that happens.
worldHezbollah Secretary-General Naim Qassem has declared the newly signed Israel-Lebanon framework agreement "null and void," calling it a humiliation and a surrender of Lebanon's sovereignty. As Hezbollah and its allies threaten resistance and even civil unrest, Israeli defense officials say the IDF is prepared to respond forcefully to any attack aimed at undermining the agreement.
worldPrime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says the new Israel-Lebanon framework, backed by the United States, recognizes Israel’s right to maintain a security zone inside Lebanon until Hezbollah and other terror threats are removed.
worldPrime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Lebanon’s government is now telling Iran and Hezbollah to leave, marking what he described as a major shift in the region.
worldHezbollah leader Naim Qassem rejected any ceasefire or normalization with Israel, insisting that Israeli forces must leave all Lebanese territory without conditions. The statement comes as fighting continues despite a U.S.- and Iran-backed memorandum of understanding aimed at halting hostilities across multiple fronts.
worldPresident Donald Trump said he personally persuaded Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan not to become involved in the recent conflict with Iran. Trump also indicated he may approve the long-sought sale of F-35 fighter jets to Turkey, while praising Erdogan as a strong NATO ally despite ongoing tensions between Turkey and Israel.
worldHezbollah leader Naim Qassem admitted that the Iran-backed terror group cannot defeat Israel in a direct military confrontation, saying it is “impossible” to break Israel’s power “army against army.” IDF Arabic spokesman Avichay Adraee responded by saying this may be the first true thing Qassem has said.
worldPresident Donald Trump said Iran has informed him that ships will not face tolls, insurance costs, or other charges to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway for global oil traffic.
worldIranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf described the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) ending hostilities with the United States as a victory for Iran, insisting it reflected the resilience of the Iranian people rather than pressure from Washington. He also reaffirmed Iran's demand for a ceasefire in Lebanon and the eventual withdrawal of foreign forces from the Middle East.
worldU.S. and Iranian officials left their Switzerland talks with major disagreements still unresolved, including frozen assets, IAEA nuclear inspections, oil sanctions, and Iran’s role in Lebanon and the Strait of Hormuz.
worldA photo from Lebanon showing male and female IDF soldiers sleeping in the same room has triggered criticism from soldiers’ wives and religious groups, who say the arrangement violates religious standards and creates an unacceptable situation for observant troops.
worldHezbollah accused Israel of violating the ceasefire after the IDF opened fire on individuals in southern Lebanon. The Israeli military said the targets were armed Hezbollah operatives posing a threat to Israeli forces, while Hezbollah claimed they were civilians clearing roads and recovering bodies.
worldU.S. Vice President J.D. Vance said recent talks with Iran established a positive foundation for a possible future agreement. According to Vance, Iran has agreed to allow International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) inspectors to return, while technical negotiations will continue. Officials also reported progress on a mechanism aimed at preventing military escalation between Israel and the Hezbollah terror group in Lebanon.
worldThe United States and Iran concluded their first round of high-level face-to-face talks in Switzerland after an 18-hour marathon negotiating session. While the two sides reached preliminary agreements on Lebanon, the Strait of Hormuz, and future nuclear negotiations, major disagreements remain over Iran's nuclear program and Tehran's insistence that Israel's military operations in Lebanon be addressed before broader negotiations can advance.
worldIDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir said Israel remains fully prepared to resume military operations in southern Lebanon if necessary, warning that the current ceasefire is fragile. During a visit to frontline forces, Zamir stressed that Israel's mission remains protecting northern communities while preventing Hezbollah from rebuilding its military infrastructure.
worldSpeaking during high-level negotiations with Iran in Lucerne, Switzerland, U.S. Vice President JD Vance said the Trump administration is seeking a lasting diplomatic breakthrough that could reshape relations with Iran if Tehran abandons its nuclear ambitions and its role in destabilizing the Middle East. Vance also highlighted ongoing efforts to preserve the ceasefire in Lebanon and expressed optimism about regional stability.
worldPresident Donald Trump issued sharp warnings to Iran during ongoing U.S.-Iran negotiations, threatening stronger military action if Tehran refuses to reach an agreement. He also demanded that Iran rein in Hezbollah, warning of severe consequences if its proxy forces continue to provoke instability.
worldSenior U.S. and Iranian officials have begun high-level negotiations in Switzerland aimed at implementing a 60-day ceasefire framework while addressing Iran's nuclear program. The talks come amid continued Hezbollah attacks from Lebanon, Israeli military operations, Iranian threats to re-close the Strait of Hormuz, and a new warning from President Donald Trump that Iran will face even stronger U.S. strikes if it fails to restrain Hezbollah.
worldHezbollah Secretary-General Naim Qassem used a televised address to escalate threats against Israel, claiming the Iran-backed terror group will continue its campaign until Israeli forces are removed from Lebanese territory.
worldFour IDF soldiers were killed in southern Lebanon after Hezbollah struck an Israeli tank, including Lt. Col. Dor Gedalia Ben Shimon, commander of the 52nd Battalion in the 401st Armored Brigade.
worldA senior U.S. administration official presented the 14-point document to reporters, outlining provisions for reopening the Strait of Hormuz, easing certain financial restrictions on Iran, and establishing a framework for future technical negotiations over Iran's nuclear program.
worldU.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee suggested that every Hamas and Hezbollah terrorist be deported to Iran, arguing that removing Tehran's terror proxies would help bring peace to Israel and Lebanon. His remarks came as Iran accused Israel of violating the ceasefire in southern Lebanon and threatened a military response.
worldG7 leaders welcomed the reported U.S.-Iran ceasefire framework while warning that any deal must block Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons and reduce threats to regional security.
worldVice President JD Vance says any future economic benefits for Iran would depend on verified behavior changes, including ending support for Hezbollah and abandoning nuclear weapons ambitions — and would not involve direct U.S. taxpayer money.
worldVice President JD Vance said the United States has not released the text of its memorandum of understanding with Iran because officials are carefully sequencing the diplomatic process. At the same time, Israel's Channel 12 claimed it obtained the agreement's 12 main clauses, outlining reported provisions on Iran's nuclear program, sanctions, Lebanon, the Strait of Hormuz, and a possible final agreement.
worldVice President JD Vance says the Trump administration is confident Israel will eventually support a developing US-Iran agreement, even as Israel says it is not a party to the deal and has not seen the full text.
worldPresident Donald Trump reiterated that Iran will not be allowed to obtain nuclear weapons under the new memorandum of understanding, warning that any attempt to do so would bring severe consequences. He also said he does not seek regime change in Iran, expects the country’s reconstruction to take years, and voiced concerns about recent Israeli strikes in Lebanon.
worldPrime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel achieved the main goals of its campaign against Iran, stressing that the nuclear and ballistic missile threats were pushed back and that Israel will not allow Tehran to obtain nuclear weapons.
worldPresident Donald Trump announced that the United States and Iran have already signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) aimed at ending the conflict and reopening the Strait of Hormuz. While financial markets rallied and oil prices fell sharply, significant disagreements remain over sanctions relief, frozen Iranian assets, Hormuz transit fees, Iran's nuclear program, and ongoing fighting involving Hezbollah and Israel. The official signing ceremony is scheduled for June 19 in Geneva, but the next 60 days of negotiations could determine whether the agreement survives.
worldThe IDF announced that senior Hezbollah commander Ali Mussa Daqduq was eliminated in an Israeli airstrike in southern Lebanon. Daqduq was one of Hezbollah’s most experienced operatives and was responsible for planning terrorist attacks against Israel and was also linked to the 2007 kidnapping and murder of five American soldiers in Iraq.
breakingPresident Trump says the U.S. and Iran have reached a deal to end hostilities, reopen the Strait of Hormuz without tolls, and lift the U.S. naval blockade. Pakistan says the MOU will be signed June 19 in Switzerland, while Iran says frozen assets and sanctions relief will be negotiated over the next 60 days.
worldPresident Trump says the U.S. is close to a peace agreement with Iran, but conflicting signals remain. Iran says its security leadership supports ending the war through talks, while Iranian officials warn that Israel’s strike in Beirut could damage the process. U.S. officials say they are confident, but also warn Iran will face consequences if it violates any deal.
worldAccording to a Wall Street Journal report, IRGC Commander Ahmad Vahidi has become one of the leading voices opposing compromise with the United States and is reportedly playing a major role in delaying a final U.S.-Iran ceasefire agreement. Sources say Vahidi has pushed Iran’s hardline positions, including linking the conflict in Lebanon to negotiations with Washington.
worldIsraeli forces operating beneath the Beaufort Ridge in southern Lebanon have uncovered maps inside Hezbollah tunnels that illustrate the terror group's plans targeting northern Israeli communities. The IDF says the underground network was built with support and funding from Iran and is continuing efforts to dismantle the infrastructure.
worldIsraeli forces eliminated seven Hezbollah terrorists who were operating from an underground route in southern Lebanon. According to the IDF, the tunnel network was being used to store weapons, ammunition, mortars, and supplies intended to support attacks against Israeli troops in the area.
opinionReports of a potential U.S.-Iran agreement are raising serious concerns in Israel, especially as Hezbollah continues attacking northern communities. Supporters of President Trump hope he will take a firm line, but many fear the deal could give Iran economic relief while allowing its terror proxies to rebuild.
worldPresident Donald Trump reportedly reacted angrily after details from a draft U.S.-Iran agreement were leaked to the media, portraying Washington as taking a softer approach toward Tehran. According to reports, Trump ordered an immediate messaging campaign to counter claims that the deal would provide Iran with economic benefits before significant concessions on its nuclear program and regional activities.
breakingThe United States and Iran appear close to signing a ceasefire Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), potentially opening the door to broader negotiations after months of conflict. However, Washington, Tehran, and Israel continue to present sharply different views on key issues, including Iran’s nuclear program, sanctions relief, the future of the Strait of Hormuz, and regional security. At the same time, Israel is maintaining military pressure against Hezbollah in southern Lebanon, signaling that major regional disputes remain unresolved despite progress toward a U.S.-Iran agreement.
breakingIran’s foreign minister says Tehran’s top leadership has approved a proposed ceasefire MOU with the United States, while major disputes remain over the Strait of Hormuz, maritime control, and future nuclear talks.
worldIsraeli forces completed an operation in the Dabin area of southern Lebanon, targeting Hezbollah infrastructure used for planning attacks against Israeli troops and civilians. More than 50 targets were struck, weapons stockpiles were uncovered, and terrorists were eliminated during the operation.
worldA senior US administration official says a new agreement with Iran is approximately 85% complete and could be signed within days. The proposed deal would require Iran to dismantle key parts of its nuclear program, surrender its enriched uranium stockpile, and take steps toward regional stability in exchange for phased economic relief. Technical negotiations are still needed to determine how Iran's nuclear material will be removed and destroyed.
worldU.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright says oil and fuel shipments through the Strait of Hormuz have partially recovered to about 7 million barrels per day. At the same time, Iran is threatening new restrictions and fees, claiming it will not return the waterway to its pre-war status.
worldOil prices fell sharply while U.S. stocks rose as markets reacted to reports that Washington and Tehran may be close to a short-term agreement. The proposed deal could reopen the Strait of Hormuz, address Iran’s nuclear program, and begin 60 days of technical talks, but conflicting Iranian reports and President Trump’s own warning show the deal is not final.
breakingThe United States launched a new round of military strikes against targets in Iran on Wednesday after diplomatic efforts to end the conflict stalled. President Donald Trump warned that additional attacks could follow, while Iran rejected American pressure and regional tensions continued to rise across the Middle East.
worldIsraeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called on the Lebanese people to reject Hezbollah and Iran’s control, saying Israel’s war is against the terror group — not Lebanon.
worldIsrael carried out a major airstrike in southern Lebanon one day after announcing a halt in direct fighting with Iran. The strike targeted Hezbollah infrastructure according to the IDF, while Hezbollah responded with attacks on military positions in northern Israel. The renewed violence has raised concerns that the Lebanon front could become the biggest challenge to maintaining any broader regional ceasefire.
worldIran claims that repeated ceasefire violations by the United States and Israel are damaging diplomatic efforts aimed at ending the current conflict. Tehran says military action and diplomacy are being pursued simultaneously, insisting that Iran will continue defending itself while remaining engaged in negotiations.
worldIDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir said Israel remains prepared to renew military action against Iran if necessary while continuing operations against the Hezbollah terrorist organization in Lebanon, emphasizing Israel’s commitment to confronting threats from Iran and its regional terror network.
worldIran is signaling a wider pressure campaign at sea, pointing to a new Iran-backed “resistance” belt stretching from the Strait of Hormuz to the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, with the Houthis playing a key role.
worldIran’s parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf warned that Tehran will respond again if Israel and the United States do not show what he called real commitment to the ceasefire.
worldPresident Donald Trump disclosed new details about a tense behind-the-scenes diplomatic effort during the Israel-Iran confrontation, claiming he urged Prime Minister Netanyahu to avoid further escalation while Iranian officials quietly reached out to Washington seeking help to halt Israeli operations.
breakingIran has announced the suspension of its military operation against Israel following a brief but significant exchange of missile fire. While President Donald Trump is pushing for a ceasefire and broader regional negotiations, Tehran's decision to stand down appears to reflect successful Israeli deterrence rather than a genuine change in policy.
worldThe IDF said more than 150 Hezbollah terrorists were eliminated and around 300 military targets were struck across Lebanon in the 24 hours before the ceasefire took effect. The military added that more than 1,800 Hezbollah terrorists have been eliminated in Lebanon since the start of Operation Roar of the Lion.
Attorney Wadie Abunassar, spokesman for the Catholic Church in Israel, sharply condemned footage appearing to show an IDF soldier smashing a statue of Jesus in southern Lebanon, calling the images severe and deeply disturbing. He said he expects the military to denounce the incident and punish the soldier involved.
israelIsraeli forces said the Givati Brigade seized weapons inside a school building in Bint Jbeil, southern Lebanon. The military did not immediately provide further details on the type or quantity of the materiel recovered.
idfIsrael has disclosed that Shayetet 13 commandos carried out an unprecedented operation thousands of kilometers from home in an area where the unit had never previously operated. The announcement, made alongside new details on submarine deployments and naval strikes during the war, points to a major expansion in the Israeli Navy’s long-range role.
israelIsrael and the United States are set to begin formal talks next month on a new defense aid framework that would gradually reduce direct American military financing and move toward ending it by 2038. The emerging model is expected to cut annual weapons funding while expanding joint development of advanced defense systems.
israelThe IDF’s Arabic-language spokesman issued a warning to residents of southern Lebanon not to approach the Litani River area, Wadi Salqani and Salouqi, and not to move south of the Yellow Line during the ceasefire period. The statement said Israeli forces remain deployed in southern Lebanon against Hezbollah activity and listed villages to which return is currently barred
idfIsraeli special forces landed on the Christopheni Ridge in southern Lebanon minutes before the ceasefire came into force, in an operation approved by the IDF chief of staff. The military said troops are now established in the area and remain on immediate alert to remove threats between the border and the line defined under the ceasefire understandings.
idfDefense Minister Israel Katz said Friday that Israeli forces will continue to hold every area cleared in southern Lebanon during the current ceasefire, while warning that key war objectives against Hezbollah remain unfinished. He said Israel is committed to disarming Hezbollah through military or diplomatic means and may resume operations if necessary.
israelThe Israeli military said it has used its advanced Ro’em artillery battery in operations against Hezbollah targets for the first time. The system is designed to improve rate of fire, precision and mobility while reducing physical strain on crews.
worldIsrael says it struck Hezbollah command centers in Beirut’s southern suburbs after the Iran-backed terror group fired toward northern Israel, testing a fragile U.S.-supported ceasefire.
worldTurkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan told JTBC that negotiations have reached broad agreement, but accused Israel of obstructing a deal as talks focus on reopening the Strait of Hormuz and regional stability.
worldLebanese President Joseph Aoun accused Iran of using Lebanon in its fight with Israel and the United States, while calling for direct talks with Israel and pushing for Hezbollah’s disarmament.
worldIran has openly voiced support for Hezbollah after the terror group's rejection of a proposed ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon. The dispute has increased tensions in the region, with both sides resuming military operations and Iranian officials reaffirming their alliance with Hezbollah.
idfMaoz Yisrael Recanati, a Golani platoon commander, was killed by a Hezbollah explosive drone in the Litani area of southern Lebanon. He had previously served in the Egoz Unit and was set to marry his fiancée, Rani, in about a month.
israelThe United States is reviewing a possible long-term military presence in Israel after close cooperation with the IDF during Operation Roaring Lion. The report says American forces worked from Israel’s underground command center and saw both the strengths and gaps in Israel’s military capabilities.
israelThe IDF is setting up its own production line for FPV attack drones as Hezbollah increases its use of the weapons against Israeli forces in Lebanon. The move is meant to give Israel a larger, cheaper, and more secure supply of domestically produced drones while reducing reliance on Chinese components.
israelIsrael is moving toward a major expansion of the Israeli Air Force after a ministerial committee approved a plan to purchase two additional fighter squadrons: one F-35 squadron and one F-15 squadron. The move could bring four new fighter squadrons into the IAF within less than a decade. The buildup is meant to strengthen Israel’s long-range strike power, air superiority, and ability to confront threats from Iran, Hezbollah, the Houthis, and other regional enemies.
securityHezbollah has suffered heavy losses since the latest campaign against Israel began in March. Sources cited by Reuters said thousands of Hezbollah terrorists have been killed, while official Lebanese figures list about 2,600 deaths. The report says many Hezbollah deaths have not been included in government numbers, and bodies of fighters in southern Lebanon have still not been recovered.
israelSirens sounded in northern Israel on Monday morning after a suspected Hezbollah drone was launched from Lebanon, while the IDF said it struck three Hezbollah terrorists and additional military infrastructure in southern Lebanon. The military also reported locating a weapons cache inside a children’s room and said more than 50 terror sites have been dismantled south of the Forward Defense Line in recent days
israelThree drones launched from Lebanon were intercepted over northern Israel on Sunday, as fighting continued despite the ceasefire. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Hezbollah’s repeated violations are effectively dismantling the truce and vowed that Israel will continue acting forcefully against immediate and emerging threats
israelThe IDF has cleared for publication that Sgt. Idan Fooks, 19, of Petah Tikva, a soldier in the 77th Battalion of the 7th Brigade, was killed in southern Lebanon after a Hezbollah explosive drone struck near a stuck tank. In the same incident, an officer and three additional soldiers were severely wounded, while another soldier was moderately injured and one more was lightly hurt
israelThe IDF said troops operating in southern Lebanon located a Hezbollah anti-tank missile cache, underground infrastructure, weapons and explosive devices during operations across several sectors. The announcement came after Hezbollah launched explosive drones at Israeli troops near Qantara in another blatant violation of the ceasefire understandings.
idfHezbollah launched rockets and explosive-laden drones at northern Israel and IDF troops in southern Lebanon on Friday, in a blatant violation of the ceasefire agreement. Israel responded with a series of strikes on Hezbollah operatives, launchers and military infrastructure across southern Lebanon.
idfThe IDF released new footage showing Hezbollah using ambulances to transport terrorists, conceal weapons and exploit the protected status of medical vehicles under international law. Israeli forces also uncovered explosives, mortar shells, magazines and a grenade inside an ambulance during operations in southern Lebanon.
israelThe IDF said soldiers operating near Saluki in southern Lebanon identified two terrorists who crossed the Forward Defense Line and advanced toward Israeli forces, creating an immediate threat. The military said the Israeli Air Force struck and eliminated the suspects, while troops continued dismantling Hezbollah infrastructure in the area.
idfThe IDF said troops from the 162nd Division operating in southern Lebanon have eliminated more than 250 Hezbollah terrorists, dismantled more than 405 terror infrastructures, and located over 1,000 weapons and munitions items. The military said the division continues defensive operations south of the Forward Defense Line to remove threats to northern Israeli communities.
israelPrime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu sent condolences to the family of Warrant Officer (Res.) Barak Kalfon and said Israeli forces will continue operating in the security zone in southern Lebanon to thwart threats against troops and border communities, in line with the ceasefire agreement.
idfThe IDF cleared for publication the name of Command Sergeant Major (Res.) Barak Kalfon, 48, of Adi, who succumbed to wounds sustained during combat in southern Lebanon. The military said that in the same incident on Friday, two soldiers were moderately wounded and another was lightly injured.
israelThe IDF said terrorists in southern Lebanon were struck over the past day after approaching Israeli forces near the Yellow Line in violation of the ceasefire understandings and posing an immediate threat. The military said it also carried out artillery fire in support of ground troops and destroyed terror infrastructure in the area.
israelThe IDF and Defense Ministry are preparing to procure 12,000 Israeli-made FPV assault drones in a new tender aimed at adapting to the rapid expansion of drone warfare against Hamas and Hezbollah. The move reflects growing concern over the battlefield impact of low-cost attack drones and the need for a more secure domestic supply chain.
israelPresident Trump said the U.S. may refuse to extend the ceasefire if Iran does not reach an agreement by Wednesday, warning that Washington could resume strikes while keeping its blockade on Iranian ports in place. Speaking on Air Force One and later at an event in Phoenix, Trump claimed talks are continuing and said he believes a deal is still possible. He also said the U.S. would work with Iran to remove enriched uranium and bring it to the United States, but Iranian officials publicly denied any plan to transfer enriched uranium abroad and demanded compensation for damage. Trump said his partnership with Prime Minister Netanyahu remains strong, and described Lebanon as separate from the Iran ceasefire.
idfThe IDF has released new data summarizing Operation Roaring Lion, presenting the scale of strikes carried out against Iranian regime targets, military infrastructure, missile systems, and terror-linked assets in both Iran and Lebanon. The figures point to a wide campaign focused on degrading air defenses, launch systems, production capabilities, and senior command structures, while also highlighting major parallel operations against Hezbollah targets in Lebanon.
middle eastAn Israeli soldier was seriously wounded and four others were lightly wounded earlier on Wednesday in rocket fire in southern Lebanon, according to the Israeli military.
middle eastLebanese President Joseph Aoun defended direct talks with Israel in a national address delivered a day after the ceasefire took effect, saying Lebanon had regained independent decision-making. He said negotiations were aimed at securing permanent arrangements without compromising sovereignty or territorial unity.
israelPrime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel has begun receiving approaches from Lebanon for direct peace talks for the first time in more than 40 years. He said Israel agreed only to a temporary 10-day ceasefire while maintaining a widened security buffer inside Lebanon and insisting on Hezbollah’s disarmament.
israelThe IDF said nationwide civilian defense guidelines will shift to full activity with no restrictions from Friday afternoon, with limited gathering caps remaining only in frontline areas until Saturday evening. Ministers said sports and cultural events will return at full capacity, and several municipalities confirmed Memorial Day and Independence Day events will go ahead as planned.
diplomacyThree senior ministers said Israel’s emerging arrangement on Lebanon marks a coordinated strategic shift with the Trump administration, while insisting the IDF will not withdraw from areas it captured in southern Lebanon. Speaking at a Likud conference in Beit El, the ministers said any long-term framework must include pushing Hezbollah out and securing northern Israel.
israelUS President Donald Trump said he plans to invite Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Lebanese President Joseph Aoun to the White House for what he described as the first meaningful talks between Israel and Lebanon since 1983. Trump also said the two sides had agreed to begin a 10-day ceasefire and that senior US officials would work with both governments toward a broader peace arrangement.
