Due to the escalating conflict between Israel and Lebanon, the UN warns of the risk of a new wave of refugees to Europe. About a million Lebanese have already become internally displaced, which is 20% of the country's population.
The Israeli Defense Forces reported the elimination of three senior Hamas members in Gaza about 3 months ago. Among them are the head of the Hamas government and two members of the security officials.
For the first time since the beginning of Israel's ground operation against Hezbollah, 8 IDF soldiers were killed in Lebanon. The Israeli military announced the destruction of Hezbollah's infrastructure near the border.
Israel bombed the center of Beirut, killing at least 6 people. The strike targeted a building near the parliament, and the southern suburbs of the Lebanese capital were also attacked.
An Israeli air strike in the center of Beirut killed five people and wounded eight. The Israeli Defense Forces stated that the strike was aimed at a Hezbollah facility.
A massive explosion has been heard in Beirut, caused by an Israeli air strike. The IDF confirmed a precise strike on the Lebanese capital and reported alarm sirens in northern Israel.
179 people, including 134 Ukrainians, were evacuated from Lebanon to Ukraine via Poland. The evacuation was organized by the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine due to the dangerous situation in Lebanon.
China believes that the inability to cease fire in Gaza has caused new unrest in the Middle East. China calls for a quick ceasefire and opposes the violation of Lebanon's sovereignty.
Israel is sending additional troops to Lebanon for a ground operation against Hezbollah. The IDF called on residents of 25 villages in southern Lebanon to evacuate north of the Awali River.
“Hezbollah claims to have repelled an attempt by Israeli troops to enter the city of Al-Adisa in Lebanon. The group's fighters inflicted losses on Israeli forces and forced them to retreat.
The MFA and the GUR successfully evacuated 179 people from Lebanon, including 134 Ukrainians. This is the third evacuation mission, and a total of 234 people have been returned, 189 of whom are Ukrainian citizens.
The White House has announced that Iran is preparing an imminent ballistic missile attack on Israel. The United States actively supports Israel's defense preparations and warns of serious consequences for Iran in the event of an attack.
European countries are asking their citizens to leave Lebanon because of the threat of an Israeli offensive. Some governments are organizing charter flights, while others are advising to use commercial flights from Beirut.
Brent and WTI futures fell by 0. 7-0.8% due to a better supply outlook and weak demand growth. The escalation of the conflict in the Middle East and the possible resumption of production in Libya also affected the market.
IDF launches attacks on Hezbollah's strategic targets in Beirut and Sidon.
Lebanese troops withdraw 5 km from the southern border with Israel due to the threat of a ground operation. Massive Israeli artillery shelling of the border village of Wazzani is reported.
Italy has reduced the size of its military mission in Lebanon, which trains the local military. The government recommends that Italian citizens urgently leave Lebanon and is ready to evacuate if necessary.
Israel is preparing for a short-term ground operation in southern Lebanon against Hezbollah. The goal is to push the forces back from the border and destroy infrastructure, including weapons depots.
The United States is sending thousands of troops and additional squadrons to the Middle East to strengthen Israel's security. The total number of US forces in the region will increase to 43,000.
The Bundeswehr sent an airplane to evacuate Germans from Lebanon, including some embassy staff. Air France has canceled flights to Tel Aviv and Beirut until October 8 due to the dangerous situation in the region.
The deputy head of Hezbollah has declared readiness for an Israeli ground offensive in Lebanon. The group promises to continue fighting in support of Gaza, despite the death of its leader Hassan Nasrallah.
Israeli special forces are conducting targeted raids in southern Lebanon to gather intelligence. This may be in preparation for a possible ground invasion that could begin in the near future.
The Israeli Defense Forces announced that an Israeli airstrike killed Hamas commander in Lebanon Fateh Sherif on the night of September 30.
U. S. President Joe Biden has stated the need to avoid a full-scale war in the Middle East. He plans to hold talks with Israel's Prime Minister, but did not disclose the details of the upcoming conversation.
Hashem Safiyeddine became the new leader of Hezbollah after the death of Hassan Nasrallah in an Israeli air strike. Safiyeddine, Nasrallah's cousin, previously headed the group's executive council.
Nabil Kauk, commander of Hezbollah's “preventive security unit,” was killed in a Beirut suburb. The Israeli military continues operations against the terrorist group in Lebanon.
The Israeli Defense Forces announced the elimination of Nabil Kauk, commander of Hezbollah's preventive security unit. He was close to the organization's leadership and participated in terrorist attacks against Israel.
Iran has called on the UN Security Council to meet over “Israel's actions in Lebanon” after the liquidation of Hezbollah leader Nasrallah. Iran's ambassador to the UN warned against attacks on diplomatic missions and promised to defend the country's interests.
The IDF attacked dozens of Hezbollah targets in Lebanon, including rocket launchers and weapons depots. Over the course of the day, hundreds of terrorist targets were struck across the country.
US officials do not recommend that Israel conduct a ground operation in Lebanon. At the same time, the United States is preparing for Iran's possible response to the assassination of Hezbollah's leader, including attacks on US military in the region.
