A 10-day truce between Israel and Lebanon has officially come into effect, raising hopes of easing tensions after weeks of intense cross-border fighting involving Iran-backed Hezbollah. The ceasefire, announced following high-level talks involving U.S. mediation, could open the door for broader regional negotiations and possibly a longer-term peace arrangement.


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Donald Trump has announced a 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, offering a brief pause in escalating hostilities. He has directed JD Vance and Marco Rubio to engage with both sides to stabilise the situation. Hezbollah has said it will adhere to a truce only if Israel halts its ongoing strikes, putting fresh conditions on any ceasefire effort.


BREAKING: Hezbollah Says Will Respect Truce if Israel Stops Attacks

Iran arrested four suspected Israeli spies, state media reports.

It came as US officials discuss possible peace talks with Iran after US-Israeli strikes on Tehran on February 28 engulfed the Middle East in war.

“The four agents linked to the Mossad were apprehended in Gilan governorate” in northern Iran, IRNA reports, citing a statement from Iran’s Revolutionary Guards.

Iran Arrests Four Suspected Mossad Spies

The Israel-Lebanon front is rapidly escalating, with the scale of firepower reaching devastating new levels. Hezbollah is unleashing a coordinated wave of missiles, drones, and heavy artillery toward Israel.


Hezbollah Rains Deadly Fire on Israel Using Rockets, Drones & Heavy Artillery

Tensions in the Gulf are rising sharply after Mohsen Rezaei warned that Iranian missiles could target U.S. ships in the strategic Strait of Hormuz. The warning comes amid reports of a possible deal with Washington, even as military rhetoric intensifies. A senior adviser to Iran’s Supreme Leader has also cautioned the U.S., underscoring how critical the Hormuz passage remains for global oil flows and regional stability.


Iran Warns US Over Hormuz: Missiles Could Target Ships As Tensions Spike In Gulf 

Tensions in Lebanon are spiralling as Israeli strikes continue to hit multiple targets, pushing the region closer to a wider conflict. Amid the escalating violence, Joseph Aoun has reportedly refused to engage in direct talks with Benjamin Netanyahu without a ceasefire in place. With diplomacy stalled and military action intensifying, fears are growing that the fragile line between peace and war could soon collapse.


Israel Continues To Pound Lebanon, Josef Aoun Reportedly Refuses To Hold Direct Talks With Netanyahu

The Israel Defense Forces has launched a massive wave of airstrikes across southern Lebanon, claiming to have hit over 200 Hezbollah targets in just 24 hours. The strikes reportedly targeted launchers, infrastructure, and militant positions, marking a sharp escalation in the conflict. As fighting intensifies, concerns are growing over a wider regional war and the humanitarian toll on civilians caught in the crossfire.


Israel-Lebanon Talks: Israeli Military Says 200 Hezbollah Sites Hit in Last 24 Hours

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed that Israel is conducting direct negotiations with Lebanon aimed at achieving sustainable peace and the dismantling of Hezbollah, while simultaneously intensifying military strikes. The talks, facilitated by the U.S., focus on enforcing a security zone in southern Lebanon and removing Hezbollah's influence, particularly around Bint Jbeil. 


Israel: Dismantling Hezbollah, Sustainable Peace Key Aim of Talks

The situation in the West Bank is becoming increasingly desperate as economic conditions worsen and job opportunities shrink. In a shocking incident, around 70 Palestinians were reportedly found inside a garbage truck at a checkpoint while attempting to enter Israel in search of work. The episode highlights the growing humanitarian and economic strain faced by people in the occupied territory.


West Bank In Crisis: Jobs Collapse, Dozens Found In Garbage Truck At Checkpoint 

The United States Senate has rejected an effort to halt arms sales to Israel, allowing previously approved military assistance to proceed. The vote reflects continued congressional support for Israel’s security cooperation with Washington, even as debate grows over the humanitarian situation and regional tensions linked to the ongoing conflict in West Asia.


Israel-Iran War: US Senate Blocks Move To Halt US War Against Iran For The 4th Time

Israel has announced that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is set to hold a phone conversation with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun, in a rare high-level contact amid ongoing regional tensions. The discussion is expected to focus on border security, de-escalation efforts, and broader stability concerns along the Israel-Lebanon frontier.

Israel-Lebanon War: Israel Says PM Netanyahu to Speak with Lebanese President Aoun

Israeli Security Cabinet held discussions on a possible ceasefire with Lebanon as tensions continue along the northern front in the ongoing Israel-Lebanon conflict. Officials reviewed military and diplomatic options amid rising cross-border exchanges and international calls for de-escalation.

Israel-Lebanon War: Israeli Security Cabinet Discusses Possible Lebanon Ceasefire

US President Donald Trump has claimed the Iran war could end “very soon” as Washington prepares for a possible second round of talks with Tehran. He also revealed exchanging letters with Xi Jinping, saying China assured it would not supply weapons to Iran. The remarks come amid a tense standoff in the Strait of Hormuz, with diplomacy and military pressure unfolding side by side.


US-Iran Peace Talks: Trump Making Moves on Diplomatic Front, Pak's Army Chief Lands In Iran

At least 10 people have been killed in fresh Israeli strikes across Gaza Strip, including children as young as three. A 14-year-old was also killed in a separate attack in Jabalia, while a strike on a police vehicle in Gaza City left several dead and others critically injured. As the violence intensifies, reports suggest Hamas has rejected a proposed disarmament plan, further complicating hopes for de-escalation.


Israel-Hamas War: At Least 10 Killed In Israeli Strikes In Gaza

The United States has hosted rare direct talks between Israel and Lebanon as part of a renewed diplomatic push to ease regional tensions and support a broader ceasefire framework. The discussions, mediated by Washington, focused on border stability, security concerns, and steps toward future negotiations between the two sides, which have technically remained in a state of conflict for decades.


US Hosts Rare Israel-Lebanon Talks Amid Regional Ceasefire Push Efforts

More than 100 protesters were detained in Manhattan as anti-war demonstrations intensified in New York. Demonstrators took to the streets demanding an end to US weapons supply to Israel, voicing concerns over the ongoing conflict and its humanitarian impact. The protest reflects growing public pressure and deep divisions, as voices calling for de-escalation and policy change continue to rise.


Anti-War Protesters in New York Demand End of Weapon Supply to Israel

A significant diplomatic moment unfolded in Washington, D.C., as Israel and Lebanon held preliminary talks despite strong opposition from Hezbollah. The first round of negotiations has concluded, marking a cautious step toward easing long-standing tensions. While challenges remain, the talks signal a willingness from both sides to engage, even as internal and regional pressures continue to shape the fragile dialogue.


Lebanon & Israel Hold 1st Direct Negotiations in 33 Years

Diplomatic efforts are underway as envoys from Israel and Lebanon head to the US for talks led by Marco Rubio. The discussions aim to ease tensions along the volatile border, but Hezbollah has urged Lebanon’s government to withdraw, warning against engagement. The situation highlights the fragile balance between diplomacy and internal political pressure in the region.


Israel And Lebanon Hold Direct Negotiations After 3 Decades, Hezbollah Chief Vows To Fight 

Diplomatic efforts are underway as envoys from Israel and Lebanon head to the US for talks led by Marco Rubio. The discussions aim to ease tensions along the volatile border, but Hezbollah has urged Lebanon’s government to withdraw, warning against engagement. The situation highlights the fragile balance between diplomacy and internal political pressure in the region.

Marco Rubio, Envoys of Israel & Lebanon to US to Hold Talks

The Gaza war is driving a deeper divide between Israel and Turkey, as Ankara ramps up pressure with legal moves against Israeli leaders. Turkish prosecutors are reportedly pursuing indictments against dozens of officials, while the government backs international action. At the same time, Israel has signaled it will continue its campaign against Iran, widening regional tensions and raising fears of a broader geopolitical confrontation.


Israel-Turkey Rift: Ankara Backs Global Legal Action Against Israel 

Israel says it will not discuss a ceasefire with Hezbollah when it meets Lebanese officials for talks in Washington next week, as Israeli forces launch new deadly attacks on southern Lebanon.

At least 10 people, including three emergency workers, were killed by Israeli attacks on Saturday, Lebanon’s Ministry of Public Health said, as state media reported raids on more than a dozen locations in the south.

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