A toddler’s killing near a displaced families’ camp in southern Gaza has renewed scrutiny of Israel’s ceasefire commitments, civilian safety, and international efforts to transition the war-torn enclave toward a lasting political solution

Israel’s strike on Beirut killed Hezbollah’s second-in-command Haytham Ali Tabatabai, sparking fears of renewed conflict as the group vows a response and Lebanese officials urge international intervention to halt escalating tensions

In a major advisory opinion, the ICJ declared Israel legally bound to allow UN aid into Gaza. The court dismissed Israel’s claims against UNRWA, stressing that humanitarian needs of Palestinians must be met despite political disputes

Israeli jets carried out heavy airstrikes in Lebanon’s southern and eastern regions, reportedly targeting Hezbollah infrastructure. The attacks killed at least one person and shattered months of relative calm under a fragile ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hezbollah

Gaza’s devastation runs deep, with homes, hospitals, and schools destroyed beyond repair. As rebuilding costs soar to $70 billion, international donors, regional powers, and humanitarian agencies struggle to determine who will shoulder the financial and political burden

The Global Sumud Flotilla continues its journey toward Gaza after claiming Israeli harassment at sea. With politicians, climate activists, and international backing aboard, tensions mount as Israel vows to stop the boats and foreign governments call for restraint

The indefinite closure of the Allenby Bridge by Israel cuts off the West Bank’s only external gateway through Jordan. The decision has stranded thousands, blocked trade routes, and sparked political and humanitarian criticism amid intensifying Israeli-Palestinian tensions

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned Western powers that Tehran would not yield to pressure over its nuclear program as the UN sanctions snapback deadline approaches, with diplomacy hanging in the balance amid mounting threats and diplomatic rift

Connectivity across Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, UAE, and India slowed sharply after Red Sea undersea cable cuts. Microsoft Azure confirmed increased latency, while watchdogs and telecom providers warned of regional disruptions amid growing geopolitical tensions over critical internet infrastructure

Deputy foreign ministers from Iran, Britain, France, Germany, and the European Union will convene in Geneva on Tuesday, seeking progress in reviving the 2015 nuclear agreement amid growing regional tensions and Western concerns over uranium enrichment

The United Nations confirmed famine in Gaza City, warning of catastrophic hunger spreading further. Israel rejects claims, while aid groups and world leaders condemn systematic restrictions on humanitarian access that have left civilians facing starvation and disease

Israel strikes Houthi-held Yemeni ports after repeated drone and missile attacks, intensifying regional tensions amid Gaza war and Red Sea disruptions