A Palestinian was killed after a ramming operation near Bethlehem as the number of Palestinians killed during Eid rose to 33.

Four Injured in Gush Etzion Ramming as Israeli Attacks Kill 33 Palestinians during Eid

ISRAELI MEDIA:

• Channel 12 reported that five rockets were launched from Lebanon toward northern areas in two separate barrages.
• Sirens sounded in Tiberias and surrounding communities following the launches.
• Channel 14 reported that one projectile fell in the town of Kfar Hittim in the Lower Galilee.

German Foreign Minister Calls for Immediate Ceasefire

AL-MAYADEEN: Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul expressed concern over the Israeli army’s incursion into southern Lebanon and called for an immediate ceasefire.

Attack Reported on Komala Headquarters in Erbil

AL-MAYADEEN: The network’s correspondent reported that attacks targeted the headquarters of the Iranian Kurdish Komala party in the Al-Anah Valley area of Erbil.

HEZBOLLAH:

• Islamic Resistance said it targeted an Israeli force positioned inside a tent in the town of Maroun al-Ras with a swarm of drones.
• The movement also announced two rocket barrages targeting what it described as Israeli military infrastructure in the occupied city of Safed.

Israeli Airstrikes Continue across Southern Lebanon

AL-MAYADEEN:

• Israeli warplanes targeted the towns of Arab Salim, Deir Antar, Zibdin, and Kfar Rumman.
• Kfar Rumman came under repeated attacks as Israeli aircraft carried out a new round of airstrikes on the town.

Channel 13: Beaufort Castle Will Not Stop Attacks on Northern Israel

ISRAELI MEDIA:

• Channel 13 reported that Israel’s capture of Beaufort Castle would not halt the rocket and drone attacks reaching Safed, the Krayot area, and Ma’alot.
• The report suggested that control of the strategic hilltop position has not altered the broader dynamics of the fighting.

Iran Signals Readiness for Deal or No Deal Scenario

IRANIAN MEDIA:

• Tasnim News Agency, citing informed sources, said Iran remains fully prepared for the possibility that no agreement will be reached with the United States.
• The sources stressed that Trump’s proposed amendments do not imply Iranian acceptance and that the exchange of draft texts remains ongoing, with Tehran also introducing its own revisions.
• They added that no final agreement has yet been reached.

Iranian Officials Issue New Statements

IRANIAN MEDIA:

• Acting Defense Minister Majid Ibn Reza said Iran remains ready for any scenario and claimed that “new surprises” are forthcoming.
• Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi told Fars News Agency that visas for Iran’s national football team are expected to be issued within the next day or two.

Iran resumed production at key South Pars platforms while officials stressed that negotiations with Washington remain unresolved.

Iran Launches Economic Recovery as IRGC Says ‘Finger Remains on the Trigger’

HEZBOLLAH:

• Islamic Resistance announced a series of operations targeting Israeli forces and equipment in the vicinity of Beaufort Castle.
• The movement said it struck an Israeli drone-jamming radar near the castle, targeted a force positioned inside a nearby house with an Ababil drone, and attacked a gathering of Israeli soldiers in the area.
• Hezbollah also said it targeted an Israeli command Hummer vehicle, two additional Hummer vehicles, and a military vehicle surrounded by soldiers in Dbaybine, claiming direct hits in all operations.

Israeli Airstrikes Continue across Southern Lebanon

AL-MAYADEEN: Israeli warplanes launched airstrikes targeting the towns of Al-Haniyah, Barashit, and Hadatha in southern Lebanon.

Israeli Media Reports Injuries in Gush Etzion Car-Ramming

ISRAELI MEDIA:

• Initial reports indicated that two people were injured in a car-ramming attack near Gush Etzion south of Bethlehem.
• Subsequent reports said one of the injured was in serious condition.

Araqchi: Too Early to Judge Outcome of Talks

IRANIAN MEDIA:

• Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said talks and exchanges of messages are continuing, adding that it is impossible to assess the outcome before a concrete result is reached.
• President Masoud Pezeshkian praised those serving in Iran’s missile forces, describing them as the country’s true heroes.

Tasnim Denies Resignation Rumors about Pezeshkian

TASNIM:

• Tasnim News Agency, citing informed sources, denied reports that President Pezeshkian had submitted his resignation.
• The sources said the president carried out his duties as normal and that upcoming official engagements would proceed as scheduled.
• Tasnim described the reports as fabricated rumors aimed at gathering intelligence, sowing discord, and undermining social stability in Iran.

A Palestinian worker was killed near Jerusalem as Israeli forces intensified operations and settlers stormed Al-Aqsa Mosque.

Palestinian Worker Killed near Jerusalem as Israeli Raids, Al-Aqsa Incursions Continue

AL-MAYADEEN:

• Two Palestinians were killed and several others wounded after an Israeli helicopter targeted a group of civilians inside Gaza port.
• The attack was reported earlier as causing casualties before the death toll was updated.

Macron: Nothing Justifies Escalation in Southern Lebanon

AFP: French President Emmanuel Macron said nothing justifies the continued escalation in southern Lebanon.

Drone Alerts Continue across Western Galilee

ISRAELI MEDIA:

• Sirens sounded in Hanita, Shlomi, Liman, and Rosh Hanikra amid fears of drone infiltration from Lebanon.
• Channel 13 reported that Hezbollah drones are now being equipped with night-vision capabilities, allowing operations after dark and expanding targeting options against Israeli forces.

Israeli Attacks Continue across Southern Lebanon

AL-MAYADEEN:

• A new Israeli airstrike targeted the town of Dbaybine in the Marjeyoun district.
• Israeli drone strikes also targeted Deir Qanoun Ras al-Ain in the Tyre district and the Al-Barak area near Adousieh in the Sidon district.

Hezbollah Announces Rocket Attack on Qouzah

HEZBOLLAH: Islamic Resistance said it targeted a gathering of Israeli soldiers in the town of Qouzah with a rocket barrage.

IRGC Naval Official Issues Warning

IRGC:

• Fars News Agency quoted the deputy commander of the Revolutionary Guard naval forces as saying that Iranian armed forces remain fully prepared and that their weapons are ready for use if necessary.
• The commander added that Iran would continue confronting what he described as hostile ambitions and aggression.

ISRAELI MEDIA:

• An explosive drone struck the Beit Hillel area in northern Israel.
• Initial reports spoke of one injury, while later reports said six people were wounded, including three in serious condition.
• Israeli media also reported that helicopters were evacuating casualties from the area and that a military base in the Marj Ibn Amer (Jezreel Valley) region was hit.
• Channel 12 said northern areas remain under constant attack, while decisions on additional support for border communities have again been postponed.

Hezbollah Announces New Drone Strike

HEZBOLLAH: Islamic Resistance said it targeted a second Israeli “Nimra” armored vehicle in the town of Dibil with an Ababil attack drone, claiming a confirmed hit.

Berri Offers Ceasefire Guarantee

AL MAYADEEN:

• Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri said he could guarantee a full, comprehensive, and immediate commitment by the resistance to a ceasefire.
• Berri questioned, however, who would compel Israel to halt its attacks by land, sea, and air and stop the destruction of villages and homes.

Israeli Attacks Continue across Southern Lebanon

AL-MAYADEEN:

• A barrage of rockets was launched from Lebanon toward occupied Palestinian territories.
• Israeli warplanes targeted the Ma’rakah junction in the Tyre district, the town of Kfarsir, the plain of Mashghara in the Western Bekaa, and the town of Dbayn, which came under repeated attacks.

Injuries Reported in Gaza Port Strike

AL-MAYADEEN: Several people were reported injured after an Israeli helicopter targeted a group of civilians inside Gaza port.

Lebanese Army Dismantles Unexploded Bombs

LEBANESE ARMY: The army said a specialized unit dismantled two unexploded aerial bombs left behind by Israeli attacks in Shhour and other battle areas in southern Lebanon.

Iran Reports Growth in Transit and Energy Recovery

IRANIAN MEDIA:

• Customs authorities said total transit of goods through Iran reached 20.5 million tons, marking an increase compared to previous years.
• Fars News Agency, citing Pars Oil and Gas Company, reported that restoration of production and gas processing capacity at the South Pars field is progressing as planned.

ISRAELI MEDIA:

• Haaretz reported that rocket and drone attacks from Lebanon continue on a large scale despite months of Israeli military operations.
• The newspaper said attacks from the Lebanese front remain ongoing and continue to challenge Israeli military objectives in the north.

Israeli Attacks Continue across Southern Lebanon

AL-MAYADEEN:

• Israeli warplanes launched a new airstrike on the town of Siddiqin.
• An Israeli drone strike targeted the Jal al-Bahr area in the city of Tyre.
• Additional Israeli airstrikes targeted the city of Nabatieh and the town of Majdal Zoun.

Hezbollah Announces New Operations

HEZBOLLAH:

• Islamic Resistance said it targeted the newly established Israeli artillery position in the town of Adaysah with a rocket barrage.
• The movement also announced an artillery attack targeting a gathering of Israeli soldiers at the Metula site.

Trump Appoints Tom Barrack as Special Envoy to Iraq

UNITED STATES: President Donald Trump announced the appointment of Tom Barrack as special envoy to Iraq.

Iran Reports Weapons Seizures, Reaffirms Nuclear Position

IRANIAN MEDIA:

• The spokesperson for Iran’s Internal Security Forces said authorities seized 264 weapons of various types in Khuzestan province and arrested 187 people.
• Separately, Ismail Kowsari, a member of the parliament’s National Security Committee, told ISNA that Iran’s nuclear program “was not and will not be subject to negotiation.”

An Israeli strike wounded 13 hospital workers in Tyre as Hezbollah launched fresh attacks on Israeli positions and settlements.

Lebanon War Intensifies: Israeli Strike Injures 13 Hospital Workers in Tyre

Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital, the only government hospital serving central Gaza, warned on Sunday that its healthcare system is approaching collapse after the failure of a fourth electricity generator, threatening the lives of hundreds of patients and wounded Palestinians who depend on its services.

Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital on Brink as Generators Fail under Israeli Siege

AL-MAYADEEN:

• Israeli warplanes launched a new series of airstrikes on the city of Tyre, carrying out multiple attacks over a short period of time.
• Additional Israeli airstrikes targeted the town of Kawthariyat al-Ruz and the towns of Ghassaniyeh and Babliyeh in the Sidon district.
• Israeli warplanes also struck the Khirbet al-Duweir area on the outskirts of Babliyeh as attacks continued across southern Lebanon.

Hospital Staff Injured in Strike near Tyre

LEBANESE HEALTH MINISTRY:

• The ministry said 13 staff members at Hiram Hospital in Tyre were injured after an Israeli airstrike targeted the area surrounding the hospital.
• The ministry added that the strike caused significant damage to the facility, adding to damage sustained during previous Israeli attacks.

Drone Alerts Spread across Northern Israel

ISRAELI MEDIA:

• Sirens sounded across large parts of northern Israel amid fears of drone infiltration from Lebanon.
• Alerts were activated in Kiryat Shmona and surrounding areas, as well as Misgav Am, Kfar Giladi, Manara, Shlomi, Hanita, Arab al-Aramshe, and Metzova.
• Israeli media reported successive waves of alerts as concerns grew over drone activity along the border.

Israeli Army Reports Drone Explosion near Border

ISRAELI ARMY:

• The Israeli military spokesperson said a drone exploded in the northern region near the border with Lebanon.
• No further details were immediately released regarding the circumstances of the incident or possible casualties.

HEZBOLLAH:

• Islamic Resistance said it targeted an Israeli force on the eastern outskirts of Yahmar al-Shaqif with Ababil drones.
• The movement also announced a rocket barrage targeting what it described as Israeli military infrastructure in the Krayot area north of Haifa.

France Calls for Emergency UN Security Council Session on Lebanon

FRANCE: Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot said he has requested an emergency meeting of the UN Security Council on Lebanon, adding that there is no justification for the continuation of Israeli military operations.

Hospital Warns of Imminent Health Disaster in Gaza

GAZA:

• Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital warned of an impending health catastrophe due to a worsening electricity crisis after the shutdown of a fourth generator.
• The hospital said the situation threatens the continued operation of critical medical services.

Gaza Health Ministry Reports Casualties

GAZA HEALTH MINISTRY: One person was killed and eight others wounded by Israeli army fire over the past 24 hours.

Israeli Airstrike Targets Deir al-Zahrani

AL-MAYADEEN: Israeli warplanes carried out an airstrike targeting the town of Deir al-Zahrani in southern Lebanon.

An Israeli soldier was killed in a Hezbollah drone strike as fighting intensified despite Israeli claims of battlefield gains.

Israeli Soldier Killed as Hezbollah Battles Israeli Advance in South Lebanon

Palestinian factions warned against proposals linking Gaza aid and reconstruction to disarmament as Israeli attacks continued despite ceasefire.

Palestinian Factions Reject Mladenov Proposal Linking Aid to Disarmament

Israeli reservists told the Associated Press that soldiers routinely fired on Palestinians approaching or crossing Gaza’s ‘yellow line’ during the ceasefire.

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AL-AQSA MARTYRS HOSPITAL:

• The hospital appealed for urgent intervention to strengthen electricity supplies, warning that vital departments are at risk of shutting down.
• Hospital officials said operating rooms have already ceased functioning following the complete failure of generators.

Rocket Barrages Target Acre, Haifa Bay and Galilee Settlements

AL-MAYADEEN / ISRAELI MEDIA:

• A barrage of rockets launched from Lebanon triggered sirens in Acre and multiple settlements across northern occupied Palestine.
• Al-Mayadeen reported that two heavy rocket salvos were launched toward Acre and Haifa Bay, while four separate barrages were fired toward settlements in the Galilee Panhandle over the past half hour.

Hezbollah Announces New Operations

HEZBOLLAH:

• Islamic Resistance said it targeted a gathering of Israeli soldiers at a helicopter landing pad in the Shlomi settlement with a drone.
• The movement also announced a rocket barrage targeting a gathering of Israeli vehicles and soldiers in the town of Al-Bayyada.

Ghalibaf: Military Gains Must Be Converted into Political Achievements

IRAN:

• Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said Iran is confident it will emerge victorious from the current confrontation.
• Qalibaf said the role of diplomacy is to transform military achievements into political and legal gains, stressing that Tehran will not agree to any deal unless it secures what it considers the rights of the Iranian people.
• He also said Iran’s military capabilities, defensive readiness, and national unity had frustrated the objectives of its adversaries.

Israeli Airstrikes Continue across Southern Lebanon

AL-MAYADEEN:

• Israeli warplanes carried out two airstrikes on Nabatieh al-Fawqa and the town of Zibdin.
• Another Israeli airstrike targeted the town of Marwaniyeh.

Iran announced it shot down a US MQ-1 drone over territorial waters, warning that future violations will be met forcefully.

Iran Shoots Down American MQ-1 Drone, Issues Fresh Warning to Washington

AL-MAYADEEN / ISRAELI MEDIA:

• A barrage of rockets was launched from Lebanon, triggering sirens in Nahariya and several settlements across the Western Galilee.
• i24NEWS reported that Hezbollah continues to expand the scope of its attacks and increase the pace of rocket launches toward northern areas.

Al-Mayadeen: Resistance Continues to Challenge Israeli Advance

AL-MAYADEEN:

• Correspondents reported that resistance forces continue targeting Israeli positions across multiple sectors of southern Lebanon.
• Al-Mayadeen said Israeli forces reached Beaufort Castle via a bypass route from the direction of Deir Mimas, advancing as an infantry force in an area roughly three kilometers from the border.
• The network noted that the arrival at Beaufort came after four months of fighting and does not place Israeli forces beyond the reach of resistance fire.
• Correspondents also described the pace of the Israeli advance as the slowest in the history of the conflict.

Israeli Attacks Continue in Lebanon and Gaza

AL-MAYADEEN:

• Israeli warplanes launched an airstrike targeting the Ali al-Taher heights in southern Lebanon.
• In Gaza, Israeli aircraft carried out an airstrike on Jabalia refugee camp in the northern Gaza Strip.

Palestinian Resistance Factions Warn of Displacement Plan

PALESTINIAN RESISTANCE FACTIONS: The factions said Palestinians are facing what they described as a systematic Israeli policy aimed at subjugating the population of Gaza and forcing them to leave the territory.

IRGC Vows Continued Control of Hormuz

IRGC:

• The Revolutionary Guard said it will continue what it described as the intelligent management of the Strait of Hormuz.
• The IRGC added that the Gulf belongs to the countries of the region and accused US military actions of being the primary source of instability in the waterway.

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ISRAELI ARMY:

• The Israeli army acknowledged the death of one soldier and the wounding of four others after a booby-trapped drone struck forces in southern Lebanon.
• The army later confirmed that the soldier was killed during fighting on the Lebanese front.

Channel 12: Current Strategy Will Not Defeat Hezbollah

ISRAELI MEDIA:

• Channel 12 reported that even if the Israeli army continues fighting in its current manner for many more months, it will not succeed in eliminating or destroying Hezbollah.
• Haaretz, citing Israeli officers, reported growing frustration within the military establishment over not being informed of the details of ongoing US-Iran negotiations.

Israeli Attacks Continue across Southern Lebanon

AL-MAYADEEN:

• Israeli attacks targeted Shoukin and Nabatieh al-Fawqa.
• Two Israeli airstrikes struck the towns of Sharqiya and Haboush.
• Additional Israeli attacks targeted Yahmar al-Shaqif and Qusaybah in the Nabatieh district.

Drone Alerts Activated across Western Galilee

ISRAELI MEDIA: Sirens sounded in Rosh Hanikra, Al-Bassa Beach, Shlomi, Liman, Achziv Beach, Hanita, Ya’ara, and Admit following reports of a drone incursion from Lebanon.

Israeli Forces Reportedly Enter Village in Southern Syria

LOCAL SOURCES: Sources reported that Israeli forces entered the village of Ma’ariya in the Daraa countryside and established a checkpoint to inspect passersby.

IRGC Claims Drone Interception

IRAN:

• The Revolutionary Guard said Iranian territorial waters remain under full control and warned that any aggression would be met firmly.
• The IRGC also claimed that Iranian air defenses shot down an American MQ-1 drone that allegedly entered Iranian territorial waters while conducting a hostile operation.

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Iran’s Chess Game: The Grandmaster is Not far from Checkmate

ISRAELI MEDIA:

• The Jerusalem Post reported that despite repeated Israeli pledges to defeat and disarm Hezbollah, the movement remains armed and operational.
• The newspaper said limited ground incursions near the border and precision airstrikes have failed to eliminate the threat posed by Hezbollah.
• It added that nearly three years into the war, Hezbollah continues to keep northern areas under fire.

New York Times: Trump Tightened Terms of Proposed Iran Framework

THE NEW YORK TIMES:

• Citing US officials, the newspaper reported that President Trump revised and tightened the terms of a proposed framework agreement with Iran before sending the amendments to Tehran.
• According to the report, intermediaries, including Pakistan, participated in discussions surrounding the revisions.
• The newspaper also reported that the framework would end the war in exchange for Iran lifting restrictions in the Strait of Hormuz, while contentious issues—including Iran’s nuclear program—would be deferred to future rounds of negotiations.

Israeli Airstrikes Continue in Lebanon

AL-MAYADEEN:

• Israeli airstrike targeted the town of Deir Qanoun al-Nahr.
• Israeli warplanes also carried out two airstrikes targeting Deir Zahrani.

Israeli Strike Targets Nuseirat Camp

AL-MAYADEEN: Israeli warplanes launched an airstrike on the Nuseirat refugee camp in the central Gaza Strip.

Israeli Media Reports Casualties in Lebanon Fighting

ISRAELI MEDIA:

• Israeli outlets reported deaths and injuries during what they described as difficult hours on the Lebanese front.
• Reports said serious incidents took place on the border with Lebanon on Saturday, while details remain under military censorship.

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AL-MAYADEEN:

• Israeli warplanes targeted Kfar Rumman, Deir Qanoun al-Nahr, Blat, Nabatieh, Dbayn, and Majdalzoun.
• Israeli aircraft also struck the area between the towns of Dbayn and Blat.

Hezbollah Reports Bayyada Operations

HEZBOLLAH:

• Islamic Resistance said it targeted a gathering of Israeli vehicles and soldiers in the town of Al-Bayada with a rocket barrage on Saturday.
• The movement also announced that it struck a Merkava tank in Bayyada with a guided missile, claiming a direct hit.

Israeli Operations Continue in Gaza

AL-MAYADEEN:

• Israeli artillery shelling targeted eastern areas of Khan Younis in the southern Gaza Strip.
• Israeli forces also carried out demolition operations east of Gaza City.

Hezbollah announced multiple operations, claiming Israeli forces remain unable to secure gains despite months of fighting in South Lebanon.

Hezbollah Ambushes Israeli Force, Signals New Strategy in South Lebanon

ISRAELI MEDIA:

• One Israeli soldier was reported killed and five others wounded, some critically, in two separate incidents.
• Israeli media also reported four rocket launches crossing from Lebanon toward frontline positions on the northern border.
• Authorities evacuated the port of Acre and closed the city’s market amid fears of Hezbollah attacks on the area.

Hezbollah Reports Heavy Fighting on Dbayn, Yahmar Fronts

HEZBOLLAH:

• Islamic Resistance said it targeted a gathering of Israeli vehicles and soldiers on the eastern outskirts of Yahmar al-Shaqif with a rocket barrage.
• The movement also announced artillery and rocket attacks against Israeli forces in the Arid Dbayn area, claiming damage to two Merkava tanks and the withdrawal of the targeted force.
• Hezbollah further said it targeted military infrastructure in the settlement of Karmiel with a rocket barrage.
• The movement stated that Israeli forces suffered significant losses during ongoing confrontations and remain unable to establish control over the targeted towns, operating instead on their outskirts.

Fierce Clashes Reported on Dbayn Axis

AL-MAYADEEN: Correspondents reported intense clashes between resistance fighters and Israeli forces on the Dbayn axis, with resistance fighters targeting a Merkava tank during the fighting.

Israeli Attacks Continue across Southern Lebanon

AL-MAYADEEN:

• Israeli warplanes targeted the towns of Haboush, Shoukin, and Kfarjouz.
• An Israeli drone strike also targeted Deir Qanoun al-Nahr.
• Israeli artillery shelled the outskirts of Tibnin, Qabrikha, Touline, Barashit, and Qaqaiyat al-Jisr.

Israeli Shelling Targets Gaza City

AL-MAYADEEN: Israeli artillery shelling targeted areas east of the Zeitoun neighborhood, southeast of Gaza City.

AL-MAYADEEN:

• Israeli warplanes launched airstrikes targeting the towns of Mansouri in the Tyre district and Biriqah in the Nabatieh district.
• An Israeli drone strike also targeted the town of Deir Amas.

Israeli Shelling Targets Eastern Khan Younis

AL-MAYADEEN: Israeli artillery shelling targeted eastern areas of Khan Younis in the southern Gaza Strip.

Iranian TV Details Draft Islamabad Understanding

IRANIAN TV:

• Iranian television reported that the unofficial Islamabad framework remains unfinished and has not yet been finalized.
• According to the report, one of the central provisions under discussion is the release of $12 billion in frozen Iranian assets within 60 days.
• The broadcaster said the draft also includes provisions related to the future management of the Strait of Hormuz, including navigation routes, maritime service fees, security arrangements, and environmental compensation mechanisms.
• Iranian television further reported that the draft would grant Iran authority over determining the nature of vessels transiting the strait and would redefine rules governing passage through the waterway.

IRGC Official: Iran Has the Upper Hand

IRGC:  Brigadier General Yadollah Javani, deputy commander of the Revolutionary Guard for political affairs, said Iran is the victor in the current confrontation and that the United States is on a path of decline.

Hezbollah struck Safad and other Israeli military targets as clashes intensified amid continued Israeli ceasefire violations in Lebanon.

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ISRAELI MEDIA:

• Channel 13 reported widespread panic among hundreds of beachgoers in Nahariya after rockets fired from Lebanon landed in the area.
• i24NEWS said rocket fire from Lebanon continued and noted that Nahariya was targeted for the first time in three weeks.
• The Israeli army spokesperson said sirens were activated in northern areas and that the incident is under investigation.

Hezbollah Destroys Military Vehicle near Yahmar al-Shaqif

HEZBOLLAH: Islamic Resistance said it destroyed an Israeli “Yaghi” military vehicle on the outskirts of Yahmar al-Shaqif using an Ababil attack drone.

Clashes Continue across Southern Lebanon

AL-MAYADEEN:

• Sources told Al-Mayadeen that clashes remain ongoing in Yahmar al-Shaqif, Zawtar al-Sharqiyah, Dbaybine, and the vicinity of Ghandouriya.
• The sources said Israeli forces continue trying to advance in an area between three and five kilometers from the border but have failed to establish positions inside villages due to sustained resistance fire.
• According to the sources, Israeli troops attempted to exploit the terrain around Yahmar al-Shaqif and the Beaufort Castle area to outflank resistance positions but were unable to secure control.
• The sources added that the area has been subjected to dozens of airstrikes and concentrated artillery shelling since yesterday.

Israeli Airstrikes Continue across Southern Lebanon

AL-MAYADEEN:

• Israeli warplanes targeted the town of Touline.
• Additional airstrikes struck the city of Nabatieh.

Lebanese Health Ministry Updates Casualty Figures

LEBANESE HEALTH MINISTRY: The toll from Israeli attacks since March 2 has risen to 3,371 martyrs and 10,129 wounded.

Iran Warns against Interference in Hormuz Transit Controls

IRAN:

• Khatam al-Anbiya Headquarters warned that any military action aimed at interfering with Iran’s management of the Strait of Hormuz or disrupting maritime regulations would be targeted by Iranian forces.
• The headquarters added that violations of those regulations could seriously endanger the safe passage of vessels through the waterway.

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