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Lebanon wants Israel security deal, Hezbollah disarmament without confrontation: Report

in an exclusive interview he wants to reach a security agreement with Israel once it withdraws from the south, and is determined to disarm Hezbollah without resorting to confrontation. Aoun reiterated Lebanon was determined to disarm the Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah, saying the decision was "neither negotiable nor open to…

The Economic Times · Sep 16

Israeli airstrikes on a village in southern Lebanon kill 12 people, including 2 children

Israeli air force conducted two airstrikes in Kfar Rumman, killing at least twelve people. These strikes occurred amid a new round of escalation between Israel and Hezbollah. The Health Ministry reported eleven deaths in one building strike, including children and women. Another strike on a car killed a paramedic and…

The Economic Times · Sep 15

From isolated rebels to regional force: How the Houthis took Bab al-Mandab

Yemen's Houthis have seized the strategic Bab al-Mandab Strait, cementing their regional influence. This minority Zaidi community now controls Yemen's entire Red Sea coast. The group has fought numerous wars and formed alliances over decades. They are part of Iran's "Axis of Resistance" and target ships in the Red Sea.…

The Economic Times · Sep 13

🔴 Live: Saudi shuts East-West oil pipeline after multiple Houthi attacks

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France 24 · Sep 11

Israel destroys Hezbollah tunnel network in south Lebanon, triggering 4.1-magnitude tremor

Israel said on Thursday it destroyed key tunnels built by Iran-backed Hezbollah beneath the strategic Ali al-Taher ridge in southern Lebanon, completing what it called operational control of the area. Lebanon reported a massive explosion, while the US Geological Survey recorded a magnitude 4.1 tremor nearby.

France 24 · Sep 10

Caught on cam: Strike hits close to reporter live on air in Lebanon

Footage shows a reported Israeli air strike hitting near a Lebanese TV journalist amid concerns over renewed fighting between Israel and Hezbollah despite a June ceasefire.

The Times of India · Sep 9

Iran-backed fighters in Yemen and Iraq are joining forces to threaten Gulf, officials say

Iran-backed groups in Iraq and Yemen are coordinating attacks on Saudi Arabia, with an aim to increase the costs of the ongoing war in Gaza. The Houthis have also declared a blockade against Saudi shipping in the Red Sea. This escalation threatens to reignite full-scale war with the kingdom. Saudi…

The Economic Times · Sep 9

Iran-backed fighters in Yemen and Iraq are joining forces to threaten the Gulf, officials say

Regional officials tell The Associated Press that Yemen's Houthi rebels helped Iraqi militias launch drone attacks on Saudi oil facilities in July

The Independent UK · Sep 9

Iran-US war latest: Trump says conflict won’t end until after November midterm elections

Trump says US could strike Pickaxe Mountain after construction activity seen at deeply buried complex

The Independent UK · Sep 8

Israel intensifies south Lebanon strikes, killing 13 after weeks-long lull

Israel launched a wave of air strikes across southern Lebanon, killing 13 people, including women and children, Lebanon’s health ministry said on Monday, marking an escalation after weeks of relative calm. Israel said it would continue targeting Iran-backed Hezbollah over alleged ceasefire violations. Hezbollah has not commented on the strikes.

France 24 · Sep 7