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Diplomatic and security envoys have informed Lebanese officials that a significant breakthrough in the Israel-Hamas negotiations is expected in August, according to well-informed sources. “The envoys emphasized that a political solution is essential to contain the escalation between Israel and Hezbollah and to prevent the current confrontations from escalating into a major war,” the sources told al-Joumhouria newspaper in remarks …

Officials from Egypt, Israel, the United States, and Qatar were set to meet in Doha on Thursday to discuss a proposed three-phase cease-fire aimed at ending the conflict between Israel and Hamas and securing the release of remaining hostages. However, an Israeli official indicated that Israel’s negotiating team has been delayed and is expected to arrive next week. Israeli Prime …

Israeli state media reported on Thursday that the Israeli army is ready for a ground maneuver in Lebanon. According to the Israeli Public Broadcasting Corporation, the army has informed the government that it has completed preparations for this maneuver, which would be preceded by intense airstrikes. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed the U.S. Congress on Wednesday, stating that while Israel …

A stadium-sized asteroid is on its way toward Earth and will soon pass by our planet. Due to its massive size and proximity, it is deemed potentially hazardous. NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory, through its Asteroid Watch program, issued a warning about Asteroid 2011 AM24. This asteroid, measuring an impressive 880 feet, will make its closest approach to Earth on July …

As excitement builds for this year’s San Diego Comic-Con, the creators of “The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power” have unveiled new characters joining the highly anticipated Season 2, set to premiere later this year. The new additions to the JRR Tolkien adaptation include: Narvi (Kevin Eldon): A master dwarf craftsman and friend of Celebrimbor. Camnir (Calam Lynch): …

Get ready for some thrilling action as the makers unveil the first official poster for “Transformers One.” Along with the poster, they also announced the release date for the film’s trailer, which is set for July 26. Sharing the update on social media, Paramount Pictures India wrote, “All for one… and one will fall. New #TransformersOne trailer out on 26th …

A supermoon is set to make its first appearance of the year in August, illuminating the night sky. On August 19, the Moon will appear larger and brighter than a typical full moon due to its close proximity to Earth, known as perigee, coinciding with the full moon phase. This supermoon will occur at 2:26 PM ET, or 11:56 PM …

The 2024 Olympic Games are set to commence in just a few days, with athletes from 206 countries converging in Paris, France. This will be the 33rd edition of the Olympic Games, which have been held every four years since their inception in 1896. With 329 gold medals up for grabs across 32 sports, here’s everything you need to know …