IDF considering handing Lebanese army control of Hezbollah underground compound - report
Israel believes that transferring the responsibility to Lebanon’s army could serve as a test of its ability and willingness to act against Hezbollah, said N12.
Middle East
Ship traffic plunges after Iran re-closes Strait of Hormuz following Israeli strikes on Lebanon
US-Iran talks focused on elements of nuclear deal, enforcement of Lebanon ceasefire - report
Israel will not withdraw troops from southern Lebanon ahead of negotiations, official tells 'Post'
US-Iran deal leaves Europe on the sidelines in the Strait of Hormuz - analysis
Washington’s direct channel with Tehran has reduced the immediate need for a European-led maritime mission, while leaving major questions over safe passage through the strait.
IDF, Shin Bet kill PIJ terrorist who kidnapped minor from kibbutz during October 7 massacre
PIJ terrorist Zaki Youssef Mahmoud Abu Mustafa was killed in a strike in the Gaza Strip on Friday, according to a joint statement released by the IDF and Shin Bet.
Pakistan emerges key player in Iran talks as Vance praises Islamabad - analysis
As Iran-US talks continue in Switzerland, Pakistan is positioning itself as a key intermediary, with US Vice President JD Vance signaling strong support for its involvement.
Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem demands Israel withdraw from Lebanon, says 'no safe zone' for IDF
Qassem said Israel was seeking to deceive negotiators and accused the IDF of war crimes.
Iranian lawmaker sparks legal storm after revealing Khamenei letters on US deal
Iran’s state media has been thrown into turmoil after a lawmaker revealed alleged classified correspondence from Khamenei on nuclear talks with Washington.
Iraq in transition: Baghdad pushes weapons monopoly amid reforms - analysis
Iraq’s new leadership is pledging state control over weapons, but questions remain over whether Baghdad can rein in powerful Iran-backed militias.
Are IDF soldiers in Lebanon now dying in vain? - analysis
As Israel expands operations in southern Lebanon, debate is growing inside the defense establishment over whether battlefield gains are translating into any real strategic shift.
Economic strain weakens Hezbollah support base in Lebanon, ITIC assessment finds
Lebanon’s economic collapse and war costs are eroding Hezbollah’s Shiite support base, with some backers seeking political alternatives, according to an ITIC assessment.
Damascus using Assad-era laws to detain activist Hassan Akkad, expert tells ‘Post’
Hassan Akkad was arrested and remains in detention for a series of social media posts calling out wealthy businessmen for allegedly failing to follow through on pledges to help rebuild Syria.
Syria alleges Assad officials took organs from detainees for elite transplants
The former medical staff admitted to carrying out operations on prisoners abducted by Assad’s intelligence service, which saw organs implanted into patients connected with senior officials.
