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Israeli airstrikes in southern Lebanon have killed at least two people, including a Hezbollah logistics chief, and targeted infrastructure linked to the group. Despite a ceasefire, Israel continues strikes claiming they prevent Hezbollah's military rebuilding. Lebanon condemns these actions as violations of the ceasefire agreement.
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On October 26, 2025, at the ASEAN summit in Kuala Lumpur, US President Donald Trump co-signed a ceasefire agreement between Thailand and Cambodia to end deadly border clashes. The deal includes military de-escalation, removal of heavy weapons, prisoner release, and ASEAN observer deployment. Despite the truce, core territorial disputes remain unresolved, and tensions persist amid trade negotiations and regional diplomacy.
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Former President Trump claims direct involvement in Israel's attacks on Hezbollah and discusses the recent Gaza ceasefire. He emphasizes the importance of regional respect for the US presidency and criticizes current policies, including Iran's nuclear progress and Israeli annexation plans, while asserting his influence on Middle East diplomacy.
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A series of incidents involving Israeli drones and military fire near UN peacekeepers in southern Lebanon have heightened tensions. UN and French officials condemned the actions, which included drone reconnaissance, grenade drops, and tank fire, amid ongoing Israeli military activity and Lebanese disarmament pressures. No injuries reported.
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Israeli forces entered Blida, Lebanon, killing municipal worker Ibrahim Salameh during a raid aimed at Hezbollah infrastructure. Lebanon condemned the attack, with the Lebanese army and Hezbollah calling for stronger responses. Israeli strikes also targeted southern Lebanon, breaching the ceasefire agreement amid ongoing tensions.
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Despite a ceasefire in November 2024, Israel maintains troops in southern Lebanon and conducts regular strikes against Hezbollah. Israel demands Lebanon disarm the group, citing ongoing threats and recent military actions, including a deadly raid. Lebanon's government faces pressure to enforce disarmament and prevent a renewed front.
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Since the ceasefire in late October 2023, residents of Nahal Oz have returned amid ongoing fears of future violence. The area remains tense, with damage from rocket attacks and memories of Hamas-led violence, reflecting a fragile peace and deep uncertainty about the future.
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Israeli military strikes in southern Lebanon have killed two people and injured seven, despite a ceasefire since November 2024. The attacks targeted Hezbollah figures and infrastructure, raising fears of renewed conflict amid ongoing tensions and accusations from Lebanon of Israeli aggression and rejection of peace overtures.
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Recent events in Gaza include Israeli strikes killing civilians, Hamas locating a soldier's body, and ongoing negotiations over prisoner exchanges. The ceasefire faces violations, border restrictions, and humanitarian challenges, with over 68,800 deaths in two years of conflict. Both sides continue efforts to recover remains and coordinate aid.
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Recent reports indicate the US is preparing to establish a military base in Damascus to support a potential security agreement between Syria and Israel. Syrian President Sharaa seeks a security deal with Israeli troop withdrawal, amid ongoing negotiations and regional tensions. Sharaa's international legitimacy is rising, complicating Israel's strategic calculus.
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Israel launched airstrikes in southern Lebanon after Hezbollah urged the Lebanese government not to negotiate with Israel. The strikes targeted Hezbollah infrastructure, with warnings issued to residents in key towns. Lebanon reports one injury; Israel aims to prevent Hezbollah rearming amid ongoing tensions.
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European authorities, with Mossad's involvement, have dismantled Hamas and Hezbollah terror networks across Europe. Arrests in Germany, UK, Austria, and Denmark reveal plans for attacks on Jewish and Israeli targets, with weapons and drone parts seized. The investigations highlight growing international cooperation against terror threats.
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Israeli military conducted multiple strikes in southeastern Lebanon, killing three people and wounding several others. The attacks targeted alleged Hezbollah arms smugglers and infrastructure, raising international concern amid ongoing tensions despite a ceasefire. The EU called for restraint and respect for the ceasefire.
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Iran has transferred nearly $1 billion to Hezbollah in 2025, defying Western sanctions. US officials see this as a key to reducing Iranian influence in Lebanon and the region. Washington is increasing diplomatic and financial pressure to push for Hezbollah disarmament amid ongoing regional tensions.
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Lebanese authorities are implementing new measures to combat money laundering and terrorist financing, following US sanctions targeting Hezbollah operatives involved in transferring over $1 billion from Iran. The move aims to improve Lebanon's compliance with international standards and remove it from the FATF grey list, amid ongoing US efforts to disarm Hezbollah and curb its funding.
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Lebanese military officials oppose Israel's demand for house-to-house searches in southern Lebanon to disarm Hezbollah, fearing it could ignite civil unrest. Israel continues strikes targeting Hezbollah rearmament efforts, while Lebanon seeks to avoid escalation and maintain stability amid US and regional pressure.
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The US has intensified efforts to pressure Lebanon to disarm Hezbollah and curb its funding, amid ongoing clashes with Israel and concerns over Iran-backed financial flows. US officials visited Lebanon and transit countries, emphasizing the need for stronger enforcement against illicit funds, while Lebanon's government claims progress in disarmament talks.
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Israeli forces continue demolitions and conduct strikes in Gaza, despite a ceasefire. Palestinian casualties rise, rescue efforts recover bodies, and aid access remains restricted. Israel and US discuss Hamas fighters' deportation, while Israeli legislation targets media and prisoners. The region remains volatile.
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Iran's government is relaxing visible social restrictions amid protests, but secretly intensifies political repression. Activists report harassment, arrests, and increased executions, as the regime faces economic and regional crises. The strategy aims to soothe public opinion while suppressing dissent.
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Israel has constructed a concrete wall extending into Lebanese territory near Yaroun, crossing the UN Blue Line, according to UNIFIL. Lebanon plans to file a UN complaint, while Israel insists the wall remains within its territory. The construction has heightened tensions amid ongoing clashes and Israeli strikes against Hezbollah targets.
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As of November 24, 2025, Iran is pushing for a resumption of stalled nuclear negotiations with the U.S., using Saudi Arabia as a mediator amid fears of renewed Israeli strikes and economic strain. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi is visiting France to urge compliance with IAEA obligations, while Tehran denies undeclared enrichment and insists on its right to peaceful nuclear energy.
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Israeli forces fired on UNIFIL peacekeepers in southern Lebanon, claiming poor weather caused misidentification. The incident, involving tank fire near Lebanese territory, was deemed a serious violation of UN Security Council resolution 1701. No injuries were reported, but tensions remain high amid ongoing Israeli strikes and Lebanese sovereignty concerns.
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On November 18, 2025, an Israeli airstrike targeted the Ain al-Hilweh Palestinian refugee camp near Sidon, Lebanon, killing 13 people and injuring several others. Israel claimed it hit a Hamas training compound, while Hamas denied any military presence in the camp. The strike marks a significant escalation amid ongoing Israeli attacks in southern Lebanon despite a ceasefire since November 2024.
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Israeli forces intensified strikes in Gaza, violating the ceasefire with ongoing shelling and ground operations. Palestinian casualties and destruction continue, while Israel reports ongoing violations and military activity. Hezbollah mourns an assassinated commander in Lebanon, raising fears of broader conflict. The situation remains volatile as fighting persists.
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Israel launched an airstrike in Beirut targeting Hezbollah's chief of staff, killing the group's second-in-command. The attack escalates tensions amid ongoing Israeli strikes in Lebanon, with both Israel and the US emphasizing Hezbollah's rearmament efforts and Lebanon's obligation to disarm the group under recent agreements.
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On Sunday, November 23, 2025, Israel conducted an airstrike in Beirut's southern suburbs, killing Hezbollah's chief of staff, Haytham Ali Tabatabai. The strike marked a significant escalation amid ongoing Israeli efforts to prevent Hezbollah from rebuilding its military capabilities despite a US-brokered ceasefire in November 2024. Lebanon reported casualties and damage, while Hezbollah condemned the attack as a violation of the truce.
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Israel has targeted and killed Hezbollah's chief of staff, Haytham Tabatabai, in Beirut, escalating tensions amid ongoing Israeli strikes and Lebanese calls for disarmament. The attack follows a year of ceasefire violations, with fears of further escalation as regional tensions rise, especially with Pope Leo XIV's upcoming Lebanon visit.
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Pope Leo XIV arrived in Lebanon and Turkey on Nov 27 for his first trip as pope, focusing on peace, Christian unity, and interfaith dialogue amid regional tensions. He visited key religious sites, called for political unity, and emphasized Lebanon's role as a model of coexistence, marking the 1,700th anniversary of the Council of Nicaea.
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Hezbollah buried commander Haytham Tabatabai in Beirut amid protests and Israeli drone activity. The group vows to respond to Israel’s recent targeted killing, raising fears of escalation. The funeral highlights ongoing tensions following Israel’s strike and Hezbollah’s vow to defend its weapons and land.
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Multiple lawsuits allege Binance facilitated over $1 billion in transactions for terrorist groups, including Hamas and Hezbollah, after its 2023 criminal plea and $4.3 billion fine. The plaintiffs, including victims of the October 7 attack, accuse Binance of knowingly enabling illicit activity and money laundering, with some transactions occurring after the company’s guilty plea and Trump’s pardon of Zhao.
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A year after the Lebanon-Israel ceasefire, UN rights officials report increased Israeli military strikes, civilian casualties, and infrastructure damage in Lebanon. Despite the ceasefire, Israeli forces remain active, with allegations of violations and ongoing tensions, including a recent deadly strike on a Palestinian refugee camp.
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Pedro Hernandez, convicted in 2017 for the murder of Etan Patz, has had his conviction overturned and is now set for a retrial. The Manhattan DA's office announced readiness to proceed, with jury selection due by June 1, or Hernandez will be released. The case remains a landmark in child abduction history.
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Lebanese and Cypriot leaders signed a maritime agreement, finalizing a deal first proposed in 2007, to delineate their offshore zones. The deal aims to boost energy cooperation, attract investment, and improve regional stability, though Lebanon has yet to find commercially viable offshore gas. The agreement also leaves Syria as the last neighbor without a border deal.
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Israeli authorities have arrested a man for spying for Iran, amid increased Iranian recruitment efforts. Iran is also funneling money to Hezbollah in Lebanon through covert channels, while Israeli cities are warning residents about Iranian recruitment texts. These developments highlight escalating regional tensions and covert operations.
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On November 28-29, 2025, Israeli forces conducted a dawn raid in the Syrian village of Beit Jinn near the Golan Heights, detaining two suspected Islamist militants. The operation led to clashes that killed at least 13 Syrians, including women and children, and wounded six Israeli soldiers. Israel responded with airstrikes, and the incident has escalated tensions amid ongoing Israeli military activity in southern Syria.
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Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem stated the group retains the right to respond to Israel's killing of top commander Haytham Ali Tabatabai, warning of potential renewed conflict. Qassem called for Lebanon to prepare a defense plan amid ongoing tensions and Israeli strikes, while expressing hope for peace during Pope Leo's visit.
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Since the ceasefire ending the 2024 Israel-Hezbollah war, Lebanon's army has increased its border deployment to nearly 10,000 troops, took journalists on a tour of former Hezbollah sites, and is managing unexploded ordnance. Israel continues airstrikes, claiming Hezbollah is rebuilding capabilities.
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Since the ceasefire began on October 10, Israeli forces have repeatedly violated it, resulting in over 70,000 Palestinian deaths since October 2023. Despite ongoing attacks, Israel continues military operations in Gaza, with reports of new strikes, tunnel fighting, and violations of international agreements. Egypt trains Palestinian police for Gaza security.
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Israel has conducted strikes in southern Lebanon targeting Hezbollah weapon depots amid ongoing tensions. Lebanon's government is committed to disarming Hezbollah but has yet to do so, despite a fragile ceasefire and recent talks on economic cooperation. The situation remains volatile with fears of renewed conflict.
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Pope Leo arrived in Lebanon on Sunday, his first trip abroad as pope, to appeal for peace amid ongoing Israeli strikes and regional conflict. He met with leaders, visited religious sites, and aimed to foster hope in a country strained by war, refugees, and economic crisis.
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Pope Leo's visit to Lebanon follows engagements in Istanbul, including a prayer at the Armenian Apostolic Cathedral and a liturgy with Orthodox Patriarch Bartholomew. His trip aims to support Lebanon during its ongoing crises, including economic collapse, the Beirut port explosion, and regional conflicts involving Hezbollah and Israel. The pope will meet victims of the Beirut blast and encourage Lebanese unity and resilience.
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Pope Leo XIV arrived in Lebanon on Sunday for a three-day visit aimed at promoting peace and unity amid ongoing regional conflicts and Lebanon's internal crises. He met with political and religious leaders, called for reconciliation, and emphasized the importance of dialogue, especially regarding the Israeli-Hezbollah conflict and regional stability.
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President Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu are in talks amid ongoing military operations in Gaza and Syria. Trump emphasizes dialogue with Syria and praises its leadership, while Israel's recent strikes in Syria and Gaza escalate tensions. Netanyahu is expected to visit Washington soon.
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Pope Leo XIV visited the site of the 2020 Beirut port explosion, meeting families of victims and urging Lebanese leaders to pursue justice. His visit aims to promote peace amid ongoing political, economic, and regional crises, emphasizing interfaith unity and accountability.
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On December 3, 2025, Israel's COGAT announced the Rafah crossing will reopen soon, allowing Gaza residents to exit to Egypt under EU supervision. Egypt insists the crossing must operate both ways per the US-brokered ceasefire, but Israel restricts entry until all hostages are returned. The crossing's reopening offers critical medical evacuation and economic relief amid Gaza's humanitarian crisis.
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Lebanon and Israel held their first civilian-led meeting since 1993 at the UN headquarters in Naqoura, near the border. Lebanon appointed former ambassador Simon Karam to lead its delegation, amid US and Israeli pressure for disarmament and peace negotiations. The talks aim to stabilize ceasefire tensions and foster economic cooperation.
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Lebanese and Israeli civilian officials met on Wednesday for the first direct talks in decades, focusing on ceasefire issues, hostages, and Israeli withdrawal. Lebanon reaffirmed its commitment to the 2002 Arab Peace Initiative, emphasizing peace must precede normalization and economic ties. The talks aim to reduce tensions amid ongoing Israeli strikes and troop presence.
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Lebanese President Aoun emphasized the country's desire to avoid war during meetings with UN and US officials, amid ongoing Israeli strikes and efforts to disarm Hezbollah. Talks focus on ceasefire implementation, disarmament, and international support, with upcoming negotiations scheduled for December 19.