Israeli and Lebanese representatives are set for rare direct talks in Washington as Israel continues military operations against Hezbollah while both sides present sharply diverging demands over ceasefire and disarmament

Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni cites escalating Middle East conflicts as Rome halts automatic renewal of a military cooperation agreement, signaling a shift despite Italy’s traditionally close ties with Israel

Israeli airstrikes hit Beirut and southern Lebanon killing over 250 people, while Hezbollah responds with rocket fire and international leaders urge Lebanon’s inclusion in fragile Iran–US ceasefire efforts.

He also warned against any tolls in the Strait of Hormuz, highlighting the importance of freedom of navigation

Iran’s state-run Fars news agency reported Wednesday that tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz had been halted following what it described as an Israeli violation of the ceasefire agreement. A separate Iranian outlet, Press TV, citing unnamed sources, reported that Tehran would “punish” Israel over attacks against Lebanese Hezbollah carried out in breach of […]

Three individuals were killed and two police officers sustained injuries during a shooting near the building that houses the Israeli consulate in Istanbul on Tuesday, according to media reports

Implementation is expected to be completed within four years, followed by a 10-year support and maintenance period, the Israeli defense ministry said

“We are determined to continue supporting the Lebanese government,” the joint statement read

France has refused Israel permission to use its airspace to transport U.S. weapons for the Iran war, marking the first such denial since the conflict began, according to diplomatic and other sources cited by Reuters

Israel’s defense minister says all houses in Lebanese border villages will be demolished and displaced residents barred from returning until security is restored, as fighting with Hezbollah intensifies along the northern frontier

Israel’s parliament has approved legislation introducing the death penalty for Palestinians convicted of deadly attacks in military courts, drawing international criticism, legal challenges, and sharp responses from Palestinian leaders and armed groups

Israel’s envoy to Greece outlined regional tensions and security dynamics, arguing that Hezbollah acts on behalf of Iran while stressing the importance of alliances and diplomacy in maintaining regional stability

Pope Leo on Sunday issued a rare and sharply worded rebuke of political leaders who wage war, saying God rejects the prayers of those who 'stain their hands with blood,' as the conflict involving Iran enters its second month

US and Israeli strikes on Iran have caused damage to at least 120 museums, historic buildings and cultural sites since the war began nearly a month ago, Iranian authorities announced, in what is shaping up as one of the most significant assaults on a nation’s cultural heritage in recent memory. “At least 120 museums, historic […]

According to a Pakistani source familiar with the matter, Israel removed Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi and Parliamentary Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf from its hit list after Pakistan urged Washington to spare them.

Tehran denies any negotiations with Washington after fresh missile attacks, while conflicting signals from both sides rattle global markets and push oil prices higher again.

In Arad alone, 31 people — including 18 children — were hospitalized, with at least nine reported in serious condition, according to medical officials. Dozens more sustained minor injuries.