Lebanon reported six killed in an Israeli airstrike. US President Trump had previously announced a ceasefire extension, but Israel and Hezbollah have continued exchanging fire.
[Flash] U.S. Seeks Death Penalty for Suspect in Killing of Israeli Embassy Staff U.S. federal prosecutors have announced they will seek the death penalty for the suspect accused of killing Israeli embassy staff members. The case stems from a 2024 attack in Washington, D.C. that left multiple casualties. The move reflects the U.S. government’s strict stance on crimes involving the safety of diplomatic personnel.
Netanyahu announced Israel will sue the New York Times over an article about Palestinian detainees.
Israel claims that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu made a secret trip to the United Arab Emirates during the height of the Iran war. The UAE has denied the visit took place. Conflicting Claims Israel’s foreign ministry issued a statement saying Netanyahu conducted the covert diplomatic mission to coordinate regional security strategy. The UAE officially denied the visit, stating that no records indicate Netanyahu was in the country. Background The Iran war period saw intense diplomatic activity among Middle Eastern nations over security and energy interests. Netanyahu has previously championed normalization agreements with several Arab states through the Abraham Accords framework. ...
Lebanon’s health ministry reported that a series of Israeli airstrikes struck southern Beirut on May 13, killing 22 people, among them eight children. Details of the Attack The airstrikes hit multiple locations across southern Lebanon, representing one of the most severe military escalations in the region in recent weeks. The Israeli military said the operations targeted Hezbollah infrastructure, though specific targets have not been officially confirmed. International Response The UN Secretary-General expressed grave concern and urged all parties to exercise restraint. Several Arab nations issued formal statements condemning the civilian death toll from the strikes. ...
Israeli strikes on southern Lebanon have killed 12 people, according to the health ministry. The conflict continues.
Lebanon Reports 13 Killed in Israeli Strikes, Including Two Paramedics Summary: Lebanon’s health ministry reports that the latest Israeli airstrikes have killed 13 people, including two paramedics, as tensions in the Middle East continue to escalate. According to BBC, Lebanon’s health ministry says the latest Israeli airstrikes have killed 13 people, including two paramedics who were on their way to respond to an emergency. The strikes hit southern Lebanon and represent one of the deadliest single attacks in recent weeks. The paramedics were targeted while en route to the scene, drawing strong condemnation from international humanitarian organizations. ...
Israeli attacks on Lebanon kill at least 51 people in 24 hours, including medical workers. Reports also mention use of weapons firing tiny metal cubes.
Fears of Renewed Gaza War as Hamas Disarmament Negotiations Break Down Israeli media reports indicate that Israel is preparing to resume military operations due to the impasse in disarmament negotiations with Hamas. The development has sparked serious concerns internationally about a new round of conflict in the Gaza Strip. Negotiation Breakdown The core dispute in Hamas disarmament talks centers on weapons collection and personnel relocation. Both sides have failed to reach agreement on key issues including humanitarian corridor access and the exchange of detained persons. Despite multiple rounds of consultation, negotiators have been unable to bridge the divide. ...
Israel has launched airstrikes on Beirut’s southern suburbs, putting an already fragile ceasefire agreement under severe strain. The military action comes at a critical juncture in ceasefire negotiations between Hezbollah and Israel, raising international concerns about a renewed escalation of conflict. The Washington Post reports that the strikes targeted areas in southern Beirut, a key Hezbollah stronghold.