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Israeli leaders have increased their warnings to Hezbollah amid escalating cross-border violence, though experts believe that the risk of an all-out war remains limited. ### Is the violence intensifying? Hezbollah has intensified its support for Hamas, which has been engaged in a conflict with Israel in the Gaza Strip since an unprecedented attack on southern Israel by Hamas on October …

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken is set to return to the Middle East next week, aiming to make progress on President Joe Biden’s cease-fire proposal. This marks Blinken’s eighth diplomatic mission to the region since the Israel-Hamas conflict began in October, the State Department announced on Friday. Currently in France with President Biden for the 80th anniversary of the …

Israel continued its bombardment of Gaza on Saturday amid increasing cross-border violence, as an Israeli war cabinet minister threatened to resign over the government’s handling of the military campaign. Airstrikes targeted various parts of the Gaza Strip, focusing on central areas, according to witnesses and AFP journalists. This assault persisted even after Israel faced criticism for a Thursday attack on …

U.N. Secretary-General António Guterres is set to inform the Security Council next week that both Israel and Hamas are violating children’s rights in their ongoing conflict. This announcement will place both parties on the secretary-general’s annual list of states and groups that endanger children. This list has previously included entities such as the Kachin Independence Army in Myanmar and, more …

The United States has proposed a revised Security Council draft resolution emphasizing that a permanent ceasefire in Gaza must be mutually agreed upon by Israel and Hamas. This draft outlines a three-phase strategy aimed at concluding the eight-month conflict and initiating the reconstruction of Gaza. According to the plan, all Israeli hostages in Gaza would be released, and Israeli forces …

Kyle Field will host a friendly match between Mexico and Brazil on Sunday. Mexico, also known as El Tri, struggled defensively in their recent 4-0 defeat to Uruguay. Given that coach Jaime Lozano has left out several key players, a win for the home side seems unlikely. Players like Romo, Vega, and Antuna, who were substitutes in the last game, …

After a scoreless draw with Turkey, Italy will be looking to secure a victory in their final warm-up match against Bosnia and Herzegovina at Stadio Carlo Castellani. The Azzurri are determined to end their preparations for EURO 2024 on a high note and are expected to give their all against the Dragons. Players like Zaccagni, Cambiaso, and Fagioli, who were …

Following a 3-0 victory over Luxembourg, France aims to deliver another strong performance when they face Canada in their final warm-up match. Les Tricolores are heavy favorites for Sunday’s game, though Canada shouldn’t be underestimated. Inter defender Benjamin Pavard and striker Olivier Giroud are likely to start, along with Real Madrid’s Eduardo Camavinga. Canada last played in March, defeating Trinidad …