Large UAE delegation set to arrive in Lebanon in major investment push A large Emirati delegation of around 70 business leaders and government officials is heading to Beirut, in the latest sign of thaw between the United Arab Emirates and Lebanon. Lebanon
Newsletter: Daily Briefing US lifts Syria's terror designation Pakistan and Iran report “significant progress” in talks on ending conflict; Lebanon’s Transport Minister Rasamni visits Damascus; and more. By Ezgi Akin In Ankara, reporting on diplomacy, EU-Turkey ties, NATO
In shift, Lebanon grants Iranian ambassador residency extension Mohammad Reza Sheibani’s visa was set to expire early Tuesday morning and he was first ordered to leave in March. Iran
In Lebanon, Italy proposes robust multinational force to replace UNIFIL: What to know Italy has produced alternative to replace the UN peacekeeping force in Lebanon and preserve an international security presence there. Lebanon
Newsletter: Daily Briefing Syria, Israel hold US-mediated talks By Ezgi Akin In Ankara, reporting on diplomacy, EU-Turkey ties, NATO
Newsletter: Daily Briefing Iran threatens ‘devastating’ response as US ramps up sanctions By Ezgi Akin In Ankara, reporting on diplomacy, EU-Turkey ties, NATO
Is Israel planning a buffer zone in Lebanon or will it go beyond Litani? A primary Israeli concern, per reports, is that Hezbollah’s elite Radwan Force commando units could infiltrate the border to attack northern Israeli communities. Israel
Lebanon summons Iran envoy over Hezbollah-IRGC attacks: What to know The move comes after Hezbollah launched over 200 rockets toward Israel, just as Iran fired a barrage of missiles, triggering a violent Israeli escalation in Lebanon. Lebanon
Analysis Running out of time: Israel escalates Iran strikes as Trump weighs ‘elegant exit’ The Israeli military is pushing for more strikes on Iran before the window of opportunity closes, when US President Trump decides to end the war. By Ben Caspit In Tel Aviv, reporting on national security, Israeli politics, defense
Lebanon releases Hezbollah members on $20 bail as Israel escalates attacks Hezbollah members who were arrested in Lebanon last week were released on a nominal bail under pressure from the group. Lebanon
After Israel's ultimatum, Lebanon orders arrest of Iran IRGC members The Lebanese government has instructed military and security agencies to arrest IRGC members in Lebanon, after Iranian-backed Hezbollah joined the conflict between Iran on the one hand and the US and Israel on the other, by launching attacks against Israel. Lebanon
Israel advances in south Lebanon as army withdraws, Quds leader killed Israel said it killed Reza Khazaei, chief of staff of Hezbollah’s Lebanese Corps within Iran’s elite Quds Force, in a naval strike. Lebanon
In first, Lebanon government bans Hezbollah’s military activities Lebanon’s government announced a decision to ban Hezbollah’s military and security activities after the Iranian-backed group launched a series of rockets toward Israel, triggering intense Israeli airstrikes in the country. Lebanon
Australia urges diplomats' dependents to leave Lebanon, Israel: What to know Australia's order comes just a day after the US directed non-essential personnel at its embassy in Lebanon to depart. Iran
Lebanon FM says Israel may strike Beirut airport in war with Hezbollah Lebanon’s top diplomat said Beirut has received warnings that Israel would strike the country’s airport in a war with Hezbollah as the specter of a military confrontation between the group’s ally, Iran, and the United States looms. Lebanon
As Hezbollah vows to defend Iran, Lebanon braces for potential spillover Lebanon once again finds itself preparing for Hezbollah’s involvement in a looming US-Iranian military confrontation. Lebanon
Kuwait blacklists eight Lebanon hospitals over alleged Hezbollah ties: What to know The affected hospitals, located in areas where Hezbollah has a heavy presence, are believed to be run by Hezbollah-affiliated institutions. Lebanon
US sanctions Hezbollah-linked gold exchange, Iran-tied shipping network The move comes as the United States pursues a deal with Iran that would curb its support for Hezbollah and other regional militias. Lebanon
