Lebanon
Middle East economy to shrink 2.1% in 2026, Gulf economies by 4.3%, World Bank forecasts
Despite grim forecasts, the World Bank projects regional economies could rebound by 7.8% in 2027 if the conflict ends this year, though the Hormuz blockade and inflation remain major threats.
Hezbollah still present inside southern Lebanon pilot zones, despite Lebanese Army efforts - report
Pakistan air force reportedly striking Houthis, IDF strikes Hamas terrorists in Gaza
Hezbollah receives $200 million cash infusion from Iran to support families tied to terror group
French-Lebanese man accuses Israel of war crimes over theft of uprooted olive trees - report
The 37-year-old entrepreneur, born in Lebanon, filed the complaint as a civil party over alleged theft, destruction, and damage to property that he says constitute war crimes or other offenses.
Lebanese PM demands Israel withdraw from Lebanon, says country dragged into war 'imposed upon' it
Salam also condemned Iran for its attacks on Arab states in the region, saying that "Lebanon wishes to renew its solidarity with the states of the Arab Gulf and with Jordan."
Trump reportedly rejects Iranian ceasefire proposal as Saudi coalition downs Houthi drones, missile
Iran says it will make no nuclear concessions • Yemen calls on citizens to fight against Houthis • Lebanese PM demands Israel withdraw from Lebanon, says country dragged into war
IDF reduces amount of forces in southern Lebanon from eight brigades to six
According to Army Radio, the IDF has recently pulled four brigades out of Lebanon, replacing them with only two. It has also released a large number of reservist soldiers.
Lebanese minors denied adequate living conditions in rehabilitation facility, investigation finds
After speaking with social workers, center staff, and some of the 148 boys held there, the commission found that conditions at the center violated both Lebanese law and international standards.
IDF stops civilians attempting to cross Gaza border, UAE suspends Iranian airlines flights
Israeli officials say "only a matter of time" until fighting with Iran resumes • UK announces £88 million in humanitarian aid to Gaza • IDF reduces brigades in southern Lebanon from eight to six
Israeli security officials fear possible regional escalation amid Iran, Houthis, West Bank tensions
The Israeli defense establishment is monitoring the various arenas and preparing for the possibility that deterioration in one could affect the region as a whole.
How Arab-Israeli air defense coordination is developing into a regional security shield - analysis
Iranian and Houthi attacks led to close cooperation between the US, Israel, and regional partners against the ballistic missile and drone threat. This laid the foundations for what came next.
UN peacekeeping chief in Lebanon says smooth transition is critical before pull-out
UNIFIL head Major General Diodato Abagnara said UNIFIL was already working with the UN’s country team to ensure humanitarian assistance in areas where the peacekeeping force will withdraw from.
Arab Israeli arrested after allegedly making contact with Lebanese foreign agent
The man, Hamdan Hamdan, is alleged to have been aware that the agent he was in contact with was Lebanese, and to have requested to be given security missions in Israel.
