Vance is expected to join US-Iran talks in Pakistan as Tehran signals openness to mediation but warns it will not negotiate under pressure, amid disputes over a U.S. blockade and a looming ceasefire deadline

Israel maintains troops in southern Lebanon during a US-brokered ceasefire as tensions rise, with Beirut rejecting any buffer zone and warning of renewed conflict ahead of planned diplomatic talks

Sirens sounded in northern communities as IDF intercepted a drone; military says terrorists also approached troops and were struck after crossing the border line in southern Lebanon

Speakers include former IDF chiefs Dan Halutz and Moshe Ya'alon, lawmaker Gilad Kariv and Brig. Gen. (res.) Amal Asad, a Druze leader and prominent critic of the nation-state law

Spain and Ireland lead calls to suspend EU-Israel pact, but Germany, Italy oppose, leaving bloc divided and blocking action despite pressure from some members to toughen policy toward Israel

Salam said he plans to travel to Washington with the goal of securing a complete Israeli withdrawal from Lebanese territory; Macron says France is ready to help Beirut prepare for negotiations

‘You realize you’re facing a sharp, courageous commander,’ soldiers recall; the film 'Esman’s Blend' traces Sharon Esman’s leadership in Gaza, his bond with bereaved families and the life that ended days into his dream role