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An Israeli airstrike reportedly hit southern Lebanon shortly after a ceasefire with Israel took effect. Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem vowed resistance if attacked, while Lebanon reported rising casualties from Israeli strikes amid ongoing tensions and reconstruction concerns

The Lebanese army withdrew from a base in Kfar Tebnit after Israeli troops advanced nearby, amid fresh airstrikes and shelling around Nabatiyeh. The development comes as regional efforts continue to secure a broader ceasefire involving Iran, Israel and Lebanon

At least 18 people were killed in southern Lebanon as Israel-Hezbollah cross-border clashes intensified. Strikes in Tyre district and surrounding areas continued amid ongoing military exchanges, while leaders called for diplomacy and an end to escalating hostilities in the region.

US President Donald Trump urged Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu not to retaliate after Iran launched missile barrages at Israel. Trump warned further escalation could derail US-Iran ceasefire negotiations, while Israel considered a strong response despite intercepting all missiles

Iran launched missiles at Israel for the first time since the April ceasefire, retaliating for Israeli strikes in Beirut. The escalation threatened regional stability, prompted airspace closures, and raised fears of renewed conflict, while US President Donald Trump urged restraint and diplomacy

US President Donald Trump said he persuaded Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to cancel a planned strike on Beirut. Trump also claimed Hezbollah representatives agreed to halt attacks, amid escalating regional tensions and fragile ceasefire efforts

Tens of thousands of ultra-Orthodox Jews protested across Israel against mandatory military conscription, disrupting transport and clashing with police. The enlistment dispute, amid military manpower shortages and ongoing conflicts, threatens Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's coalition and could trigger early elections 

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu praised India as a “huge power” and said the country shows “crazy love for Israel” despite global criticism of the Jewish state. He highlighted strong India-Israel ties, expanding diplomatic partnerships and his close rapport with Prime Minister Narendra Modi

Israeli strikes on southern Lebanon killed at least eight people amid escalating conflict with Hezbollah ahead of security talks in Washington. Benjamin Netanyahu announced expanded operations as cross-border drone and rocket attacks intensified

Israel announced Hamas military commander Mohammed Odeh was killed in a targeted overnight strike in Gaza City. The IDF and Shin Bet said Odeh, linked to the October 7 attacks, was eliminated, marking a significant blow to Hamas’ leadership

A geopolitical analysis highlights India’s balancing act in West Asia, urging it to maintain ties with UAE, Israel, and Iran simultaneously. It notes PM Modi’s UAE visit as part of India’s broader strategy to deepen strategic, economic, and connectivity partnerships across the region

Iran said it is reviewing a US response to its 14-point peace plan, focused on ending regional war. Foreign ministry officials confirmed no nuclear talks are underway amid ongoing tensions following the Israel–US strikes and fragile ceasefire

The Strait of Hormuz blockade highlights Iran’s strategic leverage in global energy trade, doubling oil prices and impacting economies worldwide. Analysts using game theory argue nations must control critical resources or systems to strengthen negotiating power in an increasingly interdependent geopolitical world

The US, Israel and Lebanon held rare talks amid rising tensions involving Iran, as Washington claimed success in enforcing a blockade on Iranian ports. Meanwhile, the UN urged continued diplomacy, warning that violations of international law are worsening instability

US President Donald Trump intensified threats against Iran, warning of strikes on key infrastructure amid escalating conflict. Airstrikes and missile attacks caused casualties across Iran and Israel, while rising tensions disrupted oil markets

Tensions escalated in West Asia as Iran launched attacks on Israel and Gulf nations, while US strikes hit Iranian infrastructure. Disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz slashed oil traffic, raised global prices, and prompted international talks on restoring maritime security

Iran-backed Houthi rebels have entered the Middle East conflict, launching missiles at Israel as 2,500 US Marines arrive in the region. The escalation threatens global oil shipping via the Strait of Hormuz and Bab el-Mandeb, with casualties reported on both sides

The Strait of Hormuz, an international waterway, faces growing tensions due to Iran's control and its impact on global oil and trade. Under international law, neutral ships have passage rights, but wartime laws complicate the legality of convoys and ship movements

Israel’s targeted killings of senior Iranian and militant leaders weaken command structures but often fail to end conflicts, sometimes radicalising successors. Experts warn decapitation strikes work only with sustained political strategy, as underlying grievances and regional tensions persist

A projectile reportedly struck the Bushehr nuclear power plant in Iran, operated with Russian assistance, amid Tehran’s ongoing war with Israel and the US. No radiation leak or casualties were reported, but regional safety concerns and geopolitical tensions have intensified