Sirens sound in northern Israel, Iran gives US proposal for reopening Strait of Hormuz
IDF soldier killed in southern Lebanon • Hezbollah violates ceasefire with Israel, launches projectiles at North • Netanyahu meets Christians serving in IDF
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Iran gives US proposal for reopening Strait of Hormuz, ending war - Axios
Hezbollah and Israel escalate attacks, accusing each other of violating ceasefire
Global Sumud Flotilla embarks from Sicily, aiming to disrupt Gaza blockade
Medical supply shortages loom in Iran as civilians bear the cost of ongoing conflict, UN warns
As Iran’s war continues, medical shortages loom, with critical supplies in jeopardy. The regime’s actions are felt globally, and citizens bear the brunt of the crisis.
Israel sent Iron Dome system, dozens of IDF soldiers to UAE during Iran war
This is the first instance of the Iron Dome being used operationally outside the United States or Israel, though Singapore has reportedly previously purchased and received Iron Dome as well.
Syria opens first public trial of former Assad regime official Atef Najib
Syria has opened its first public trial for a former Assad regime official, Atef Najib, marking a shift toward accountability. The trial focuses on crimes committed in Dara’a and Damascus.
UNRWA’s West Bank schools drop to four-day weeks over funding issues, UN agency confirms to ‘Post’
UNRWA let go of 571 staff members in January due to financial constraints, amid a decline in donations and ongoing public criticism from Israel and organizations like UN Watch.
Lebanese prisons emptied of Hezbollah terrorists after two released on bail
The suspects admitted to transporting 21 Grad missiles, 3,000 rounds of ammunition, and eight machine guns from the Bekaa Valley to southern Lebanon for the express purpose of confronting the IDF.
Fatah says it claimed ‘sweeping victory’ in local elections, despite democratic shortcomings
Fatah said it won most local councils, including Jenin, where the Palestinian Authority was previously accused of losing control to Hamas-linked Palestinian Islamic Jihad.
Lebanon won’t disarm Hezbollah, but will attack a 'generator owner'
Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam described the harsh actions of security forces as "unacceptable" following the man's arrest.
US cancels envoy travel, shifts from talks to pressure as Iran’s divisions deepen - analysis
Meanwhile, Tehran also doesn’t seem to be in a hurry. This comes as the White House has also indicated it is willing to settle in for the long term on the conflict with Iran.
IDF soldier killed in southern Lebanon, HFC tightens security guidelines in northern Israel
US envoys' Pakistan visit canceled • Hezbollah violates ceasefire with Israel, launches projectiles at North • Netanyahu meets Christians serving in IDF
Sexual abuse in Iranian prisons sharply rises as population repression increases during ceasefire
One young woman told The Media Line that she was sexually assaulted during interrogation, and that heavily-built officers used batons to carry out the abuse.
