Israel to release two Gaza flotilla activists
Israel plans to release two Gaza flotilla activists held in detention, according to Al Jazeera.
Middle East
Israeli Attacks Across Lebanon Kill 19 Despite Ceasefire
Israeli attacks across Lebanon have killed at least 19 people despite a United States-brokered ceasefire, now in its third week, according to Al Jazeera.
Fears Renewd Gaza War as Hamas Disarmament Talks Stall
Fears of renewed conflict in Gaza have intensified as ceasefire talks between Israel and Hamas stall, according to BBC reports. An Israeli air strike killed Hamas leader Khalil al-Hayya's son, and both sides accuse each other of violating the terms of the ceasefire agreement.
Israel strikes Beirut for first time since Hezbollah ceasefire
Israel conducted its first strike on Beirut since the recent ceasefire with Hezbollah, killing five people and injuring 28, according to Lebanon’s Health Ministry. The attack targeted Haisam Ali Tabatabai, Hezbollah’s No. 2 figure.
Israeli Soldier Photo Sparks Outrage in Lebanon
A photo showing an Israeli soldier placing a cigarette near the mouth of a Virgin Mary statue in Lebanon has caused widespread outrage. The Israeli military said the behavior 'completely deviates from the values expected of its fighters,' according to Middle East Eye.
Lawmakers Demand Rare Push for Israel Nuclear Transparency
A group of US Democrats has called on the State Department to break the US government’s longstanding silence on Israel’s nuclear capabilities, according to Al Jazeera.
Iran Considering US Proposal to End War: Official
Iran says a US proposal to end the war is 'still being considered,' according to BBC. A senior Iranian official noted the proposal is under review, while Pakistan mediates.
UN Demands Israel Immediately Releases Flotilla Activists
The United Nations has called on Israel to 'immediately' release two activists detained on a flotilla bound for Gaza, according to a report from Al Jazeera.
BBC Traces 10 Minutes of Israeli Bombing in Lebanon
The BBC has traced how 10 minutes of Israeli bombing on 8 April brought devastation to Lebanon, killing 361 people and injuring more than 1,000, according to Lebanese authorities.
Iran War Sent Jet Fuel Prices Sky-High
Jet fuel prices have more than doubled since the start of the U.S.-Israel war on Iran, causing airlines to cut services and, in some cases, shut down entirely, according to reports from multiple sources.
Christians in Israel, Jerusalem Face Rising Intolerance
An unprovoked attack on a French nun in occupied East Jerusalem highlights growing concerns over intolerance against Christians, according to Al Jazeera.
Israel Threatens Gaza War Resumption as Truce Frays
Israeli forces continue to expand their territorial control in Gaza, with 59 percent of the Strip now under their occupation, according to local reports. This escalation comes as the ceasefire established in October 2025 shows signs of unraveling.
Iran War’s Final Blow: Collapsing Airlines, Escalating Conflict
Spirit Airlines has shut down after failed talks with the Trump administration for a $500m bailout, with experts linking the collapse to surging aviation fuel prices from the US-Israel war on Iran.
Iran’s 14-point proposal to end war; Trump’s response unclear
Iran has submitted a 14-point response to the U.S. proposal to end the conflict that began with U.S. and Israeli attacks on Iran on February 28, according to the semi-official Tasnim news agency and the state-owned media organization Press TV. President Trump said he is reviewing the new proposal.
Clandestine Network Smuggling Starlink Into Iran
A clandestine network is smuggling Starlink devices into Iran to bypass an internet blackout that has lasted more than two months, according to BBC sources.