For the first time, Israel's prime minister confirmed the country's involvement in the explosions of Hezbollah pagers and radios in Lebanon and Syria.
Qatar suspends mediation in the war in the Gaza Strip until the parties to the conflict show “seriousness. ” Hamas' political office in Doha is being closed.
The Israeli military conducted a large-scale operation against terrorist targets in Gaza and Lebanon. Military facilities, weapons depots and launchers were destroyed, and dozens of terrorists were killed.
Israeli air strikes on the Bekaa Valley and the city of Baalbek killed at least 40 people and wounded more than 50. Rescuers continue to search under the rubble, the number of victims may increase.
The IDF attacked Hezbollah's weapons depots near the city of al-Qusayr in Syria and shot down a drone. The strike was aimed at the logistics infrastructure for smuggling weapons from Syria to Lebanon.
The IDF conducted a successful air operation against Hezbollah's intelligence headquarters in Syria. The head of the intelligence unit, Mahmoud Mohammed Shaheen, who coordinated activities with the Syrian regime and Iran, was eliminated.
The Israeli military conducted a ground operation in Syria, detaining a citizen, Ali Soleiman al-Assi. The detainee was linked to Iranian networks and had been under surveillance for months.
Three shells fired from Lebanon injured seven people in central Israel. Some of the shells were intercepted by air defense systems, and one fell on the territory of the country.
The Lebanese Prime Minister's office denied a Reuters report that the United States had asked for a unilateral ceasefire with Israel. Lebanon insists on a bilateral ceasefire and the implementation of UN Resolution 1701.
The Israeli Defense Forces have called on residents of the ancient city of Baalbek to urgently evacuate before air strikes on Hezbollah targets. The UNESCO-listed city is home to about 100,000 people.
A rocket hit the UNIFIL headquarters in Nakoura, damaging a car repair shop and causing minor injuries to peacekeepers. The incident is under investigation, and the UN reminds of its responsibility for the safety of its personnel.
Shiite cleric Naim Qassem became the new leader of Hezbollah after the death of Hassan Nasrallah. The former leader was killed in an Israeli air strike in Beirut on September 27.
Negotiations on a ceasefire in Gaza resume with the participation of Israel, Egypt, the United States, and Qatar. Netanyahu refrains from taking any serious steps until the results of the US presidential election are known.
The Israeli army conducted a series of special operations near the village of Kfarkela in southern Lebanon. Hundreds of military facilities, thousands of weapons and Hezbollah's underground infrastructure were destroyed.
Israel plans to commission a new Iron Beam laser system in 2025. The system will be able to destroy missiles and drones for $5 instead of the $60,000 spent on intercepting Iron Dome.
Israeli troops continue their military operation in Gaza and Lebanon despite a two-day truce offered by Egypt. The strikes killed civilians, and the head of Israeli intelligence arrived in Qatar to negotiate the release of hostages.
Israeli strikes on three districts of Lebanon killed 21 people. Among the dead were a nurse and rescuers, and about 40 people were injured.
During the BRICS summit in Kazan, Antonio Guterres said that Russia violated international law by invading Ukraine. At his meeting with Putin, he discussed peace, shipping security and the situation in the Middle East.
US Secretary of State Blinken will meet in London with representatives of Jordan, the UAE and Lebanon. They will discuss the situation in Gaza and the military campaign against Hezbollah.
At the BRICS summit in Kazan, the leaders discussed the conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East. Xi Jinping called for a political settlement in Ukraine and de-escalation in the Middle East.
Brent and WTI crude oil futures fell by 1. 8-2% due to a larger-than-expected increase in US stockpiles. The market remains tense due to the conflict in the Middle East and expectations of Israel's response to Iran's attack.
The Israeli Defense Forces confirmed the killing of Hashim Safi al-Din, the likely successor to Hassan Nasrallah, during an air strike in Beirut on October 4. Along with him, Hezbollah's intelligence chief and other commanders were killed.
The US ambassador presented a plan for a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah. It is proposed to expand the Hezbollah-free zone by several kilometers beyond the Litani River to prevent an armed presence near the border.
Israel strikes a hospital in the southern suburbs of Beirut, killing 4 people and wounding more than 20. Lebanese media report 13 air strikes, forcing a change in routes at Beirut airport.
Seven Israeli citizens who immigrated from Azerbaijan are accused of working for Iranian intelligence. They photographed military bases, including those that were the targets of Iranian missile attacks.
Israeli forces have struck financial institutions in Beirut linked to Hezbollah. The attacks also affected the airport area, but it continues to operate as usual.
Israel is planning to attack Hezbollah's financial centers in Lebanon, warning locals to stay away. Tensions at the border have been ongoing since October, resulting in numerous casualties and massive displacement.
The British Prime Minister discussed with Netanyahu the death of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar. He expressed hope that this could lead to an end to the fighting in Gaza and the release of hostages.
The private residence of the Israeli Prime Minister in Caesarea was attacked by a drone from Lebanon. Netanyahu and his wife were not at home, no one was injured, and two other drones were shot down by air defense.
According to a UN report, 1. 1 billion people live in multidimensional poverty, including 455 million in conflict zones. In war-torn countries, the poverty rate is three times higher than in peaceful ones.
