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Benny Gantz, an Israeli war cabinet minister, recently communicated with French President Emmanuel Macron regarding the crucial need for international diplomatic intervention in Lebanon. This discussion follows allegations of Israel’s involvement in the assassination of Hamas’s deputy leader, Saleh al-Arouri, through a bold drone strike in Beirut’s southern suburbs. Gantz, in his statement posted in English on the X platform, …

Israel heightened its alert status for potential retaliation from Hezbollah following the assassination of Saleh al-Arouri, a top Hamas leader, in a strike in Beirut, an action widely attributed to Israel. This killing has intensified the possibility of a broader conflict in the Middle East. Arouri’s death marks a significant moment in the ongoing Gaza war, providing a morale boost …

French President Emmanuel Macron has urged Israel to prevent any further escalation of tensions, with a particular emphasis on Lebanon. This appeal comes in the wake of a Beirut strike, attributed to Israel, which resulted in the death of Saleh al-Arouri, the deputy leader of Hamas. Macron communicated this message in a phone call with Israeli minister and member of …

Yemen’s Houthi rebels have taken responsibility for the recent assault on a commercial vessel in the Red Sea. This attack comes amidst a series of over 20 similar incidents against merchant ships in recent weeks, attributed to the Houthi group. The targeted ship, flying under the Malta flag, was reportedly en route to what the Houthis believed was Palestinian occupied …

On Wednesday, Israeli artillery fired on the border areas of al-Labbouneh and al-Naqoura, coinciding with reports in Israeli media of anti-tank missiles being launched into upper Galilee. Following these events, an Israeli drone launched an attack on the town of Markaba, located along the border. Hezbollah announced responsibility for targeting the Zar’it barracks and the Jal al-Alam military post. Additionally, …

On Wednesday, Israel’s intelligence agency chief pledged to avenge the attacks carried out by Hamas against Israel. This declaration follows an incident where a drone strike, believed to be conducted by Israel, resulted in the death of Saleh al-Arouri, Hamas’ deputy leader, in Lebanon. David Barnea, head of Mossad, emphasized the agency’s determination to confront those responsible for the attacks …

On Wednesday, two explosions in Iran occurred minutes apart during a memorial event for General Qassem Soleimani, who was killed in a U.S. drone strike in 2020. The attacks took place in Kerman, located about 820 kilometers southeast of Tehran, resulting in at least 103 deaths and 141 injuries. This incident has heightened tensions in the Middle East, already strained …

Understanding the complex relationship between Lebanon and Israel, particularly in the context of historical and ongoing conflicts, is vital for a comprehensive grasp of Middle Eastern geopolitics. The history of Lebanon’s involvement in conflicts with Israel is marked by several key events and current dynamics. Historical Conflicts between Lebanon and Israel: Lebanon has been involved in multiple conflicts with Israel. …