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U.S. mediator Amos Hochstein expressed optimism about reaching a ceasefire agreement in Lebanon soon, stating to Axios that he feels “hopeful” about the chances for success. According to U.S. officials, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has communicated to the Biden administration his intention to conclude the conflict in Lebanon within weeks. On Monday evening, Israel’s minister for strategic affairs, Ron …

International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Director Rafael Grossi will visit Tehran on Wednesday for pivotal discussions regarding Iran’s nuclear program, cautioning just before his trip that diplomatic options may be narrowing. Grossi’s visit is notably close to a recent statement from Israel’s defense minister, who warned that Iran’s nuclear facilities are more vulnerable than ever to potential strikes. Israel has …

Lebanon’s health ministry reported that an Israeli airstrike on Wednesday killed at least six people in the densely populated town of Aramoun, located just south of Beirut and outside Hezbollah’s typical areas of control. The strike also injured 15 people, according to initial reports, with body parts recovered from the scene still awaiting identification. The attack hit an apartment building, …

Russia has requested that Israel refrain from airstrikes targeting Hezbollah in Lebanon near one of its military bases in Syria, according to a senior official on Wednesday. In mid-October, Syrian state media reported Israeli strikes on Latakia, a city that serves as a stronghold for President Bashar al-Assad, who is backed by Russia and, in turn, supports Hezbollah. Latakia’s airport …

Israeli fighter jets began striking Beirut’s southern suburbs around midday Wednesday, following a new round of evacuation warnings issued by Israel targeting six locations in Haret Hreik and Ghobeiri. Television broadcasts showed black smoke rising from the area shortly after a strike, occurring about an hour after Israel’s military urged residents to evacuate, marking the third warning in 24 hours. …

Druze leader and former Progressive Socialist Party head Walid Jumblat has voiced a grim outlook on the ongoing conflict between Israel and Lebanon, expressing doubts about any quick resolution to the “open war between Iran and Israel in Lebanon.” In an interview with al-Akhbar newspaper, Jumblat dismissed rumors about peace negotiations, saying he has not seen any credible signs of …

Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri emphasized Lebanon’s position on the current conflict, stating it clearly calls for a ceasefire and adherence to Resolution 1701. “Could anyone reasonably believe we would agree to a resolution that serves Israel’s interests at the expense of Lebanon’s sovereignty?” Berri questioned in an interview with al-Joumhouria newspaper. He concluded by affirming, “Ultimately, it will be the …

According to Palestinian medical officials, at least 14 people, including two children and a woman, were killed in two Israeli airstrikes in Gaza, mostly within a designated humanitarian zone. The first strike, on Monday night, targeted a makeshift cafeteria in Muwasi, an area where displaced people have been taking refuge. This strike reportedly killed 11 people, including two children, with …