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Israeli military operations escalated in the Gaza Strip on Saturday, resulting in multiple civilian deaths, according to local emergency response teams. This development follows the announcement by Israeli forces of a new phase in their campaign aimed at dismantling Hamas and securing the release of hostages held in the enclave. Local emergency officials reported that at least 10 individuals were …

President Joseph Aoun expressed deep sorrow on Monday following the death of Pope Francis, describing him as both a cherished ally and an unwavering advocate for Lebanon during its ongoing crisis. In a statement shared via the presidency’s official X account, Aoun reflected on the Pope’s enduring support for Lebanon’s identity and diversity. Highlighting the pontiff’s consistent efforts to urge …

The Pentagon has confirmed that the United States will significantly scale down its military presence in Syria, reducing the number of deployed troops to fewer than 1,000 over the coming months. This marks a notable shift in Washington’s long-standing role in countering the Islamic State (IS) in the region. Pentagon spokesperson Sean Parnell announced the decision on Friday, stating that …

US President Donald Trump stated on Thursday that he is not eager to authorize military action against Iran’s nuclear facilities. While responding to reports, he did not explicitly deny claims made by the New York Times that he had intervened to dissuade Israel from launching a strike. During his remarks, Trump clarified that he wouldn’t describe his communication with Israel …

Jordan’s intelligence agency announced on Tuesday the arrest of 16 individuals accused of planning to undermine national stability through a series of dangerous operations. According to state-run Petra news agency, these arrests follow years of surveillance by the General Intelligence Department (GID), beginning in 2021. Authorities say the suspects were involved in several illicit activities, including the production of rockets …

President Joseph Aoun declared that 2025 will mark a turning point for Lebanon, as efforts intensify to ensure that all weapons in the country are held solely by the state. He emphasized that Hezbollah would not be drawn into another conflict, signaling a shift toward integrating its fighters within the framework of state institutions. In an interview with Qatar’s al-Arabi …

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is preparing to travel to Washington for a crucial meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump. According to Netanyahu’s office, the two leaders are expected to meet on Monday to discuss several sensitive topics, including recent U.S. tariffs on Israeli goods, the ongoing conflict in Gaza, Iran’s nuclear ambitions, and diplomatic tensions with international institutions. Tariffs, …

U.S. President Donald Trump has reaffirmed his administration’s intention to continue airstrikes against Yemen’s Houthi rebels, stating the attacks will persist until the group is no longer a danger to maritime security. Trump warned the Houthis and their allies in Iran of severe consequences if hostilities continue, promising further escalation if U.S. and allied ships remain under threat. Speaking through …