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Residents of Lebanon's historic coastal city of Tyre are recovering from a massive Israeli evacuation warning that left the city a ghost town. An antiquities official highlighted the significant damage to Tyre, a 5,000-year-old city, and expressed concerns about renewed Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) strikes.

Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz stated Israel has no intention of withdrawing from southern Lebanon, emphasizing the strategic importance of the Beaufort area for defending Galilee communities and the Israeli Defense Forces. Israeli troops captured Beaufort Castle and the surrounding ridge in southern Lebanon on 31 May, extending Israel's presence beyond the Yellow Line established after the ceasefire.

The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) conducted attacks in Lebanon following repeated Hezbollah attacks, despite a day-old ceasefire. At least 27 people were reported killed, and the IDF reaffirmed its commitment to the truce but did not comment on Hezbollah's claim of attacking Israeli troops in southern Lebanon.

UNRWA fired 70 Gaza staff amid allegations of Hamas ties, stating the decision was to mitigate safety risks and not an admission of guilt. A USAID investigation referred over 100 UNRWA staff for suspension or dismissal, citing involvement in Hamas activities. Israeli authorities accuse UNRWA of being linked to Hamas and using its infrastructure for terrorism.

Amnesty International accuses Israel of committing 'state-led' ethnic cleansing in the West Bank by targeting Bedouin and Palestinian herding communities through routine violence. The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have rejected these allegations, calling the claims false.

President Trump urged Israel and Iran to stop shooting immediately after Iran supported Hezbollah in response to an Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) offensive in Lebanon.

Iran fired missiles at northern Israel, testing a ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran. President Trump was briefed about the incident by a U.S. official.

Iran fired at least 10 missiles at Israel after the Israeli Defense Forces attacked a Hezbollah command center in Beirut. Trump advised Netanyahu not to retaliate, stating 'things are going well'.

Two Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) soldiers were killed in southern Lebanon during ongoing fighting against Hezbollah. Cpt. Shahar Gamla, 23, of the elite Egoz Unit died after being severely injured by a drone, while Sgt. Ohad Yaari, 21, was killed by suspected accidental gunfire.

Alon Ohel celebrates the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) killing Hamas terrorist Youssef Ayesh Awad Ramadan, who kidnapped him and three others—Hersh Goldberg-Polin, Eliya Cohen, and Or Levy—from a roadside bomb shelter during an Oct. 7 attack. The terrorist group killed others seeking shelter before taking the hostages.

The article discusses increased Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) operations in Lebanon, a recent terrorist attack near Jerusalem, and the evolving situation in the Gaza Strip. Military correspondent Emanuel Fabian analyzes potential escalations, referencing the rhetorical question of advancing from Beaufort to Beirut.

The US and Iran exchanged fire, while the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) intensified operations on the Lebanon front. The article also discusses US bureau chief Jacob Magid's analysis of Trump's proposal for Gulf states to join the Abraham Accords and examines the leadership vacuum in the Gaza Strip.

The Israeli Defense Forces killed Hamas senior moneyman Ihab Khrizim in Khan Yunis, southern Gaza Strip, marking a blow to the terror group's military funding. The strike targeted an individual who funneled millions to Hamas' military wing.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) to expand military operations against Hezbollah in Lebanon, emphasizing the capture of 'dominant terrain.' He publicly praised IDF commanders and soldiers for their field operations.

Hezbollah claims a 'point-blank' battle with Israeli troops in Zawtar al-Sharqiyah, north of the Litani River, as IDF advances. The IDF dismisses the reports, while the IAF continues heavy strikes following a previous operation that reportedly killed 31 people, including a Lebanese soldier.

A Haredi bill seeks to reduce sentences for draft dodgers by citing violations of religious rights in military prison. UTJ's Porush argues that current provisions for religious needs in the IDF are insufficient, despite existing accommodations for soldiers.

The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) are reportedly accelerating the uprooting of olive trees in the West Bank, citing security concerns. Palestinians and activists accuse the military of conducting this campaign at an unprecedented pace, challenging whether the trees provide cover for attacks as claimed.

Right-wing activists protested outside the home of the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) chief, accusing him of being a 'traitor' over the jailing of a soldier who wore an unauthorized 'Messiah' patch on his combat uniform. Opposition figures have criticized the government for the soldier's imprisonment.

Israeli strikes have hit Lebanon despite a ceasefire, marking a new wave of violence in the region. The attacks have raised concerns about the stability of the ceasefire. Details of the strikes and their impact are still emerging.

Israeli strikes killed at least 39 people in a single day of attacks across Lebanon during a so-called ceasefire, highlighting the violence and bloodshed in the region. The attacks have resulted in significant loss of life and have raised concerns about the effectiveness of the ceasefire. The situation remains volatile and uncertain.

Israel conducted air strikes in Lebanon amid an ongoing ceasefire after President Trump announced its extension by three weeks. The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) accused Hezbollah of violating the ceasefire and targeted Hezbollah military structures.

Lebanon's prime minister accused Israel of committing war crimes following Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) airstrikes that targeted a journalist and attacked Red Cross vehicles, preventing rescuers from reaching the site. The attacks disrupted humanitarian efforts and escalated tensions between the two nations.

Lebanon's prime minister accused Israel of committing war crimes following Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) attacks on Red Cross vehicles, which also prevented rescuers from reaching the site of a journalist killed in an air strike.

An Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) soldier was seen damaging a Jesus statue in southern Lebanon, an act that has drawn widespread condemnation. The incident highlights tensions in the region and raised concerns about cultural sensitivity.

South Korean President Lee Jae-myung sparked controversy by quoting a misleadingly labeled video on X that falsely claimed Israeli soldiers tortured and killed a Palestinian child in Gaza. The video, actually from September 2024, showed IDF soldiers interacting with a limp body, but the context and labels were disputed, leading to an online backlash.

Lebanon's government plans to file a UN Security Council complaint over recent Israeli strikes. Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam announced the decision during a press conference following IDF attacks on Wednesday.