Explore

Lebanese army deploys in southern town after Israeli withdrawal, official says

Lebanese army deploys in southern town after Israeli withdrawal, official says

BEIRUT, July 21 (Reuters) - Lebanese army troops began deploying in the southern Lebanese town of Zawtar al-Gharbiyeh on Tuesday after Israeli forces withdrew from the area, a senior Lebanese security official said, in line with a U.S.-brokered plan.

Lebanon's president will meet with Trump in Washington to push for Israeli troop withdrawal

Lebanon's president will meet with Trump in Washington to push for Israeli troop withdrawal

Lebanon's president is set to meet with U.S. President Donald Trump on Tuesday to conclude a visit to Washington

IDF Detains Israelis for Illegal Syrian Border Crossings, Raising Security Concerns

IDF Detains Israelis for Illegal Syrian Border Crossings, Raising Security Concerns

The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have detained several Israeli civilians for illegally crossing into Syrian territory from the Golan Heights. This incident follows a series of similar attempts throughout July, highlighting a growing issue of illegal border crossings. The IDF has expressed strong condemnation of these actions, stating that they divert military resources and compromise security. The individuals involved in these crossings have been transferred to the Israel Police for further processing. The IDF has noted an increase in both successful and unsuccessful attempts to cross the border, with recent incidents involving activists from the 'HaBashan Pioneers' movement attempting to establish a Jewish settlement in the area.

Explainer-How a Houthi blockade in the Red Sea tightens Iran's grip on global energy supplies

Explainer-How a Houthi blockade in the Red Sea tightens Iran's grip on global energy supplies

July 20 (Reuters) - Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis will impose a maritime blockade on Saudi Arabia, they said on Monday, further throttling a global energy market already greatly restricted by Iran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz.

US soldiers killed by Iran were from Texas and Hawaii, military says

US soldiers killed by Iran were from Texas and Hawaii, military says

The U.S. military has identified two soldiers killed in action last week as part of the war with Iran

US military identifies 2 soldiers killed in Iranian attack on Jordan as from Texas and Hawaii

US military identifies 2 soldiers killed in Iranian attack on Jordan as from Texas and Hawaii

The Trump administration has identified two soldiers killed in action last week as part of the U.S. war with Iran

Israel Considers Drone Ban Amid Rising FPV Attack Concerns

Israel Considers Drone Ban Amid Rising FPV Attack Concerns

Israel is contemplating new restrictions on civilian drone use due to increasing fears over first-person view (FPV) attack drones. These drones, particularly those guided by fiber-optic cables, pose a significant threat as they are difficult to counter with electronic jamming. The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have been authorized to confiscate drones that could be used for terrorist activities, with around 400 drones seized in the West Bank this year. The Security Cabinet has discussed the potential ban extensively, aiming to enhance security forces' ability to identify and respond to threats. The concern is heightened by the use of FPV drones in regional conflicts, including a recent incident where the IDF neutralized a Hezbollah cell operating such drones near the Israel-Lebanon border.

Lebanon's Aoun to meet Trump at White House, hoping to generate pressure on Israel

Lebanon's Aoun to meet Trump at White House, hoping to generate pressure on Israel

By Maya Gebeily and Tom Perry BEIRUT, July 19 (Reuters) - Lebanese President Joseph Aoun will make his first trip to the White House this week to present a plan to U.S. President Donald Trump on how to disarm Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah and secure Israel's withdrawal from Lebanon.

Iran says it is suspending commitments to interim deal with US as they exchange attacks

Iran says it is suspending commitments to interim deal with US as they exchange attacks

Iran says it has suspended its commitments under an interim deal with the U.S. as the countries have exchanged strikes targeting infrastructure and military sites

US announces another troop death as Israel warns Tehran's attacks are coming close

US announces another troop death as Israel warns Tehran's attacks are coming close

The United States has announced another death of a service member as it launches more airstrikes at Iran

Humanitarian Crisis in Lebanon Worsens Amidst Fading Ceasefire Hopes

Humanitarian Crisis in Lebanon Worsens Amidst Fading Ceasefire Hopes

The humanitarian situation in Lebanon is deteriorating as hopes for a lasting ceasefire between Hezbollah and Israel diminish. The conflict has displaced over a million people, with many living in shelters provided by organizations like Oxfam. These shelters offer basic necessities such as mattresses, dignity kits, and solar panels to help communities adjust. The ongoing conflict has led to repeated displacement, with many people eager to return to their homes despite the destruction. The situation is compounded by a lack of jobs and stability, making daily life challenging for those affected.

Lebanese Army Deploys in Pilot Zone as IDF Prepares for Withdrawal

Lebanese Army Deploys in Pilot Zone as IDF Prepares for Withdrawal

The Lebanese army has begun deploying in a designated pilot zone north of the security belt established by the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) as part of a framework agreement between Israel and Lebanon. This area is near the Shiite villages of Faroun and Randouria in the Bint Jbeil region of southern Lebanon. The IDF is preparing to transfer control of a second pilot area where Israeli troops are currently stationed. This development is part of ongoing efforts to implement the framework agreement aimed at reducing tensions and enhancing security cooperation between the two nations. An official announcement regarding the pilot program's launch is expected soon, coinciding with the Lebanese president's upcoming visit to Washington.