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The Israeli Air Force conducted a strike near Beirut, killing Suhail Hussein Husseini, Hezbollah's chief of staff. He was responsible for the transfer of weapons between Iran and Hezbollah and was a member of the organization's Jihad Council.
China announced emergency medical assistance to Lebanon due to the escalation of hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah. The escalation has led to numerous explosions and air strikes in Lebanon, causing significant casualties.
Ukraine's Foreign Ministry expressed concern over the situation in the Middle East a year after Hamas attacked Israel. The Ministry calls for an end to violence and the realization of the two-state solution.
On the anniversary of the attack on Israel, the United States announced sanctions against individuals and organizations involved in financing Hamas. The restrictions apply to three individuals, a fictitious charitable organization and a financial institution in Gaza.
The Israeli Defense Forces carried out a targeted strike on the Dahiya neighborhood in Beirut, a Hezbollah stronghold. Earlier, the IDF reported the elimination of 440 Hezbollah militants and 2,000 of the group's targets in Lebanon.
In Tel Aviv and other cities around the world, rallies were held to commemorate the victims of the Hamas attack on October 7, 2023. Thousands of people gathered for memorial events, honoring the victims and demanding the release of hostages.
The Israeli army attacked Hamas command centers located in the Shuhada al-Aqsa hospital in the Gaza Strip. The IDF said it had taken measures to minimize risks to civilians.
In a conversation with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu, French President Macron called for an end to attacks on Hamas and Hezbollah. Macron emphasized the need for political solutions for the security of the region.
Iranian intelligence services lost contact with the head of their Quds Force, Ismail Qaani, after Israeli strikes on Beirut.
Israel has declared the areas of Manara, Yiftah and Malkiya on the border with Lebanon a closed military zone. This decision was made after an assessment of the situation, and entry to these areas is prohibited.
Ukraine has supported Israel's right to self-defense on the eve of the anniversary of the Hamas invasion on October 7, 2023. The Embassy of Ukraine in Israel expressed solidarity and emphasized the country's right to the safety of its citizens after the unprovoked attack.
Iran has canceled all flights from the country's airports from 21:00 on Sunday to 6:00 on Monday due to operational restrictions. The reasons for the decision are unknown, and passengers are promised a refund.
On the eve of the anniversary of the Hamas attacks, Pope Francis called on the international community to renounce revenge and end the war. He condemned the suffering in the Middle East and called for an immediate ceasefire.
A terrorist attack takes place at the Beersheba bus station, wounding 9 people, one of whom died. The attacker was eliminated. This is the second terrorist attack in Israel in a week after the attack in Tel Aviv.
Israeli troops deployed in the Jabaliya area in northern Gaza, where, according to the IDF, the Hamas militant group is restoring its potential. The operation includes tanks and armored vehicles. Numerous bombings have also been reported.
An Israeli strike on a mosque in Deir al-Balah killed 21 people. The IDF claims to have attacked the Hamas command center located in the former mosque.
The FBI and DHS warn of potential extremist threats on the anniversary of the terrorist attack in Israel. Police step up patrols near Jewish and Muslim sites, paying special attention to “lone wolves.
Iran offers to support a ceasefire in Lebanon if Israel stops its campaign in Gaza. Iran's Foreign Minister made this statement in Beirut, emphasizing the importance of diplomatic efforts.
The Speaker of the Verkhovna Rada, Ruslan Stefanchuk, warned against sending fake messages from his alleged Telegram account. He has not used this messenger for almost three years for ideological reasons.
Emirates Airlines banned the transportation of pagers and walkie-talkies after a series of explosions in Lebanon. The airline also suspended flights to Lebanon, Iraq and Iran due to the escalation of the conflict in the Middle East.
The Israeli Defense Forces killed 440 Hezbollah members and 2,000 of the group's targets in Lebanon. The IDF continues operations, pushing Hezbollah to the north and preparing for possible Hamas attacks.
French President Macron called for an end to the supply of weapons to Israel for operations in Gaza. He also called for the prevention of escalation in southern Lebanon and stressed that Lebanon should not become “another Gaza.
Yahya Sinwar, the leader of Hamas, intends to expand the conflict with Israel to a regional level. U.S. officials believe he is alive to block a cease-fire agreement, frustrated by the lack of support from Hezbollah and Iran.
A senior U. S. State Department official says Israel has not given any guarantees not to attack Iran's nuclear facilities in response to missile strikes. The United States hopes for Israel's “wisdom” but is uncertain about its plans.
US President Joe Biden said that if he were Israel, he would consider alternatives to strikes on Iranian oil fields. He added that Israel has not yet decided how to respond to Iran.
Donald Trump criticizes Joe Biden's position on Iran and calls on Israel to strike Iranian nuclear facilities.
Israeli aircraft attacked targets in central Syria, particularly in the province of Homs. They destroyed Hezbollah's weapons and missile depots at the Palmyra airport.
The Lebanese group Hezbollah fired about 222 shells at Israel per day.
The deputy commander of Iran's IRGC threatens to attack Israel's power plants and oil refineries. This is a response to Netanyahu's statement that Iran “made a big mistake” with its missile strike.
Telegram reported that the recent outages were caused by extreme traffic due to events in Israel, Lebanon, and Iran. The company said that all problems with connectivity and access to media have been fully resolved.