Israel Issues Evacuation Order for 14% of Southern Lebanon
The Israeli military has issued evacuation orders for large parts of southern Lebanon, declaring the areas 'combat zones' ahead of fresh strikes against Hezbollah, according to the BBC.
Middle East
Family Mourn Hamas Leader Killed in Israeli Strike
A funeral has been held for Mohammed Odeh, believed to be the leader of Hamas’s military wing, who Israel said was killed in a strike on a busy area in Gaza City on Tuesday. Odeh’s family has reportedly confirmed his death, despite no official comment from Hamas.
Israel Orders Evacuation of Lebanese City Amid Hezbollah Escalation
The Israeli military has ordered the evacuation of the southern Lebanese city of Tyre as the conflict with Hezbollah escalates, according to BBC.
Israeli Strike in Gaza City Kills Hamas Military Leader
An Israeli airstrike in Gaza City killed Ramadan Shalah Odeh, the new head of Hamas's military wing, according to the Israeli military.
At Least 31 Killed in Israel’s Intensified Lebanon Attacks
At least 31 people have been killed in Israeli attacks across southern Lebanon as Israel says it is intensifying operations against Hezbollah, according to Al Jazeera.
Three Killed, Dozens Injured in Israeli Strike on Gaza City
At least three Palestinians were killed and dozens more were injured in a major Israeli air strike targeting a residential building in Gaza City, local medics and witnesses said. The strike hit the upper three floors of the al-Kayali building, where streets were busy with shoppers ahead of the Muslim holiday Eid al-Adha.
Eid al-Adha 2026: Confusion Over May 27 or May 28 Date
Eid al-Adha 2026 has sparked confusion among many Muslims about whether it will be celebrated on May 27 or May 28, 2026. The date depends on the sighting of the crescent moon, a practice that varies by region. Saudi Arabia has confirmed May 27 as the official date.
Eleven Killed in Lebanon Village as Israel Intensifies Strikes
At least 11 people were killed in the Lebanese village of Mashghara as Israel launched an intensive wave of strikes, according to Lebanon's health ministry. The attacks came as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered military forces to intensify operations against Hezbollah.
Iran Internet Starts Coming Back After Months-Long Blackout
Internet access has started to be restored in Iran after being cut off almost three months ago, according to the country's first vice-president.
Netanyahu vows to ‘smite’ Hezbollah with ‘overwhelming’ force
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has vowed to 'smite' Hezbollah with 'overwhelming' force following a recent drone attack that killed an Israeli soldier in Northern Israel, according to Al Jazeera.
Netanyahu says Israel to intensify strikes against Hezbollah
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel will intensify its strikes against Hezbollah, as the conflict in the Middle East continues to escalate. According to AOL.com, Israeli airstrikes killed at least 19 people in Lebanon on Tuesday, including four women and three children.
Inside Trump’s Search for an Iran War Exit Strategy
Donald Trump faces mounting pressure to find an exit from the Iran war, as polls show growing public discontent and economic indicators worsen, according to multiple White House sources.
1.5 Million Pilgrims Begin Hajj Amid Regional Tensions
More than 1.5 million pilgrims have begun the annual Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia as regional tensions persist, according to Al Jazeera.
Israel kills three in attacks on Lebanon, issues displacement orders
At least three people have been killed in Israeli air attacks on vehicles in southern Lebanon, according to the country’s National News Agency (NNA), as the Israeli military issued new forced displacement orders for residents in the south.
France Bans Israeli Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir Over Gaza Flotilla Video
France has banned Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir from entering the country due to his conduct toward activists on the Gaza Flotilla, according to a statement from French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot.