Hezbollah intensifies FPV drone attacks as Israeli occupation forces acknowledge mounting casualties and inability to counter evolving aerial threats.

Hezbollah Intensifies FPV Drone Attacks as Israeli Forces Admit ‘No Real Solution’

IRANIAN SUPREME LEADER MOJTABA KHAMENEI (in a Workers’ and Teachers’ Day message):

• The Islamic Republic has demonstrated to the world part of its unique capabilities in confronting enemies of its progress.
• We must frustrate and defeat the enemy in the stage of economic jihad.
• The Iranian people are showing support for the armed forces through their presence in public squares.

Senior Democrat: Trump’s Claim the War is Over Does Not Reflect Reality

SENIOR DEMOCRAT ON THE SENATE FOREIGN RELATIONS COMMITTEE:

• Trump’s declaration that the war has ended does not reflect reality.
• Thousands of US troops in the Middle East remain at risk.
• Trump entered the war without authorization, and declaring it over does not change that fact.

Trump to Congress: Iranian Threat to the United States Remains Significant

US PRESIDENT DONALD TRUMP IN A LETTER TO CONGRESS:

• Hostilities against Iran that began on February 28, 2026, have ended.
• No exchange of fire has taken place between US forces and Iran since April 7.
• The Iranian threat to the United States and our armed forces remains significant.
• The Pentagon continues updating the positioning of our forces in selected countries as necessary.
• These force deployments are intended to counter threats from Iran and its allies and to protect our allies and partners.
• I ordered Operation Epic Fury under my responsibility to protect our citizens and interests.
• I ordered Operation Epic Fury to advance our national security and foreign policy interests.
• I will continue informing Congress of any changes to troop deployments in accordance with the War Powers Act.

Joseph Aoun: We Insist on Maintaining the Lebanon-Israel Ceasefire

LEBANESE PRESIDENT JOSEPH AOUN: We insist on maintaining the ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel and halting attacks on civilians in preparation for completing negotiations.

Politico: Trump Told Congress the Iran War Has Ended

POLITICO:

• Trump informed Congress that the war on Iran had ended as the legal deadline approached.
• The White House presented its justification in a letter aimed at avoiding an escalating confrontation in Congress.

IRGC Navy: We Will Make the Gulf and Hormuz a Source of Pride and Prosperity

IRGC NAVY COMMAND:

• The new rules governing Gulf waters have been organized according to the Leader’s directives and will be implemented.
• We will make the Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz a source of livelihood and dignity for our people and a source of security and prosperity for the region.

Wall Street Journal: Iran Proposal Offers Discussion on Reopening Hormuz

WALL STREET JOURNAL (citing informed sources):

• The new Iranian proposal moves a step closer to US demands.
• Iran’s proposal offers discussions on reopening Hormuz in exchange for guarantees to halt attacks and lift the blockade.
• The proposal also offers to discuss Iran’s nuclear file later in exchange for easing US sanctions.
• Iran confirmed its readiness to negotiate early next week, provided Washington shows openness to the new proposal.

IRNA: Tehran Sent Final Draft Text for Negotiations to Pakistan

IRNA: Tehran has sent the text of a final negotiation draft to Pakistan.

White House: Operation Epic Fury Achieved All Its Objectives

WHITE HOUSE:

• Iran no longer poses the nuclear and terrorist threat it once did.
• Operation Epic Fury succeeded in achieving all of its military objectives in less than six weeks.
• The president eliminated Iran’s nuclear weapons capabilities through targeted strikes, harsh sanctions, and intelligence operations.
• Iran no longer possesses its previous nuclear ambitions.

IRGC: 14 Killed while Dismantling War Remnants

IRGC: Fourteen members were killed and two wounded while dismantling leftover munitions from the war in Zanjan province.

Israeli Raids on Eastern and Western Zoutr

AL JAZEERA CORRESPONDENT: Israeli occupation forces launched raids on the towns of Zoutr al-Sharqiyeh and Zoutr al-Gharbiyeh in southern Lebanon.

Pakistani Source: Islamabad Asked Trump to Delay Military Action against Iran

AL JAZEERA (citing a source in the Pakistani Prime Minister’s Office): Islamabad asked President Donald Trump to suspend any major military decision against Iran at this stage.

Iranian Foreign Ministry: Call between Araghchi and Russian Counterpart

IRANIAN FOREIGN MINISTRY: Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi discussed Iran’s positions and initiatives to end the war during a phone call with his Russian counterpart.

Iran Delivers Revised Response to Pakistani Mediators

IRANIAN MEDIA: Tehran delivered its latest proposals regarding negotiations with the United States to Pakistani mediators on Thursday, while US media cited Pakistani officials confirming the response had been conveyed to Washington.

A new poll shows rising opposition to the Iran war alongside worsening economic anxiety and soaring fuel prices. The poll also found rising criticism of Washington’s relationship with Israel.

61% Say Iran War Was a Mistake as Half of Americans Criticize US Support for Israel

ISRAELI ARMY:

• The military said the air force intercepted a rocket launched earlier toward Israeli forces in southern Lebanon.
• It added that an interceptor missile was fired at a “suspicious aerial target” in the area where Israeli troops are operating.
• The army also said Hezbollah launched several explosive drones toward Israeli forces in southern Lebanon without causing casualties.

White House: We Will Not Reveal Details of Talks with Iran

WHITE HOUSE: Responding to questions about Iran’s proposal, the White House said it would not disclose details of diplomatic talks, adding that negotiations are ongoing.

New US Sanctions on Iran

US TREASURY DEPARTMENT:

• Washington announced new sanctions related to Iran targeting around 30 individuals and entities.
• The Treasury also warned shipping companies that paying transit fees for passage through the Strait of Hormuz could expose them to sanctions.

Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf: Reconstruction Days Are Near

IRANIAN PARLIAMENT SPEAKER: Ghalibaf said the days of reconstruction following what he described as “victory over hostile great powers” are near.

Israeli Strikes Continue in Southern Lebanon

AL JAZEERA CORRESPONDENT: Israeli airstrikes targeted the town of Froun in the Bint Jbeil district of southern Lebanon.

Disputes over the War Powers Act deadline deepen divisions in Washington as Congress avoids voting on the Iran war.

Congress Avoids Iran War Vote as Dispute over War Powers Deadline Intensifies

ISRAELI BROADCASTING AUTHORITY:

• A senior Israeli military officer said there is currently no effective solution to combat drones and admitted they cannot be fully intercepted.
• The officer added that defense alone is insufficient and that drone operators must be targeted up to 20 kilometers deep inside Lebanon.

Israeli Raids Target Southern Lebanon

AL JAZEERA CORRESPONDENT: Israeli warplanes carried out raids on the towns of Habboush and Yohmor al-Shaqif in the Nabatieh district of southern Lebanon.

Yedioth Ahronoth: Drones Are a Complex Challenge

YEDIOTH AHRONOTH: A senior Israeli military official described drones as a complex challenge with no comprehensive “magic solution.”

The official said soldiers are using nets for protection until a more effective solution is found.

Israeli Officer: We Expect to Stay Long-Term at the Yellow Line

ISRAELI BROADCASTING AUTHORITY: A senior Israeli army officer said the military expects to remain for a long period along the ‘Yellow Line’ inside Lebanon.

Lebanese Health Ministry Updates Casualty Toll

LEBANESE HEALTH MINISTRY: The ministry announced that 2,618 people have been killed and 8,094 wounded in Israeli attacks on Lebanon since March 2.

Church leaders warn of growing hostility toward Christians after violent assault on French nun in occupied Jerusalem.

Israeli Settler Assaults Nun as Church Leaders Warn of Rising Threats to Christians

HEZBOLLAH:

• The group said it struck a Merkava tank in the town of Reshaf in southern Lebanon with a suicide drone, claiming a direct hit.
• It also announced drone strikes on Israeli troop gatherings in al-Bayyada, claiming confirmed casualties.

Debate Intensifies over Iran War Deadline

CNN:

• A US law dating back to the Vietnam War requires presidents to obtain congressional authorization to continue military action after 60 days.
• The report said the main dispute now centers on when the 60-day clock began and whether it has already expired.
• As of Friday, May 1, the deadline has effectively passed, placing President Donald Trump under pressure either to seek congressional authorization or end military operations.

Axios: Steve Witkoff Sent Revised Demands to Iran

AXIOS:

• A source said US envoy Steve Witkoff sent a list of amendments on Monday focused on reinserting the nuclear file into the draft agreement.
• The changes reportedly included demands that Iran pledge not to transfer enriched uranium while negotiations continue and refrain from resuming activity at nuclear facilities previously bombed.

Israeli Strikes Continue in Southern Lebanon

AL-JAZEERA:

• Israeli airstrikes targeted the town of al-Ghandourieh in the Bint Jbeil district of southern Lebanon.
• Another Israeli strike later targeted the town of Zoutr al-Gharbiyeh in the Nabatieh district.

CBS: Pakistan Delivered Revised Iranian Response to Washington

CBS NEWS: Pakistani officials told the network they delivered a revised Iranian response to recent US conditions for ending the war.

The sources said they are optimistic that an agreement may now be closer than before.

Israeli Army Orders Evacuation of Habboush

ISRAELI ARMY: The military issued what it described as an urgent warning ordering residents of the southern Lebanese village of Habboush to evacuate and move at least one kilometer away.

Haaretz: Israeli Officer and Soldier Wounded in Upper Galilee

HAARETZ: The Israeli army said an officer and a soldier were wounded in the Upper Galilee after a Hezbollah drone struck a vehicle.

Israeli Army Says Hezbollah Drone Exploded near Border

ISRAELI ARMY: The military said Hezbollah launched an explosive drone that crashed in northern Israel near the Lebanese border.

Hezbollah Announces Attacks on Military Vehicles

HEZBOLLAH:

• The group said it struck a Hummer vehicle in the town of al-Taybeh in southern Lebanon with a suicide drone, claiming a confirmed hit.
• It also announced another drone strike targeting a military vehicle in al-Bayyada and said it shelled an Israeli troop gathering near a school in Houla.

Washington defends Gaza flotilla interception in international waters while European governments and protesters condemn Israeli seizure of aid vessels.

US Defends Israeli Seizure of Gaza Flotilla amid Growing International Backlash

REUTERS:

• The US Navy awarded a contract worth nearly $100 million to AI company Domino Data Lab to accelerate the detection and removal of naval mines in the Strait of Hormuz.
• The system reportedly uses AI-powered underwater drones instead of conventional ships to detect mines.
• Company operations director Thomas Robinson told Reuters the technology reduces training time for detecting new types of mines from six months to only a few days.
• He added that underwater drones trained to identify Russian mines in the Baltic Sea could rapidly be adapted for detecting Iranian mines in Hormuz.

Israeli Artillery Shelling Hits Southern Lebanon

AL JAZEERA CORRESPONDENT: Israeli artillery shelling targeted the towns of Kfartebnit and Yohmor al-Shaqif in southern Lebanon.

Hezbollah Targets Israeli Troop Gatherings in Southern Lebanon

CHANNEL 12: Two Israeli soldiers were wounded following a drone explosion in southern Lebanon.

ISRAELI ARMY: The air force intercepted two drones launched toward an area where Israeli forces are operating in southern Lebanon.

HEZBOLLAH: The group said it targeted two gatherings of Israeli soldiers in al-Bayyada and near the Mousa Abbas complex in Bint Jbeil.

AL JAZEERA: Israeli airstrikes continued across southern Lebanon, targeting more than 10 towns.

Israeli airstrikes and artillery bombardment continued across southern Lebanon on Friday, following one of the heaviest waves of attacks in recent months.

Massive Israeli Bombardment Hits South Lebanon as Hezbollah Steps Up Operations

THE ATLANTIC:

• US officials said President Donald Trump is concerned that the Strait of Hormuz crisis could complicate his upcoming summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping.
• Officials said Iran’s resilience has surprised Washington, but added that the naval blockade could pressure Tehran’s economy, especially if oil storage capacity runs out.

Lebanese PM Discusses Ceasefire with US Ambassador

LEBANESE PRIME MINISTER’S OFFICE: Prime Minister Nawaf Salam discussed efforts to stabilize the ceasefire and negotiations with Israel during a meeting with the US ambassador.

AL JAZEERA: Israeli airstrikes targeted Tyre, Zibqin, Baraachit, and Kounine in southern Lebanon.

CHANNEL 12: Two Israeli soldiers were wounded in a drone explosion in southern Lebanon.

Araghchi: Netanyahu’s ‘Adventure’ Has Cost US $100 Billion

IRANIAN FOREIGN MINISTER:

• Abbas Araghchi said Benjamin Netanyahu’s “adventure” has directly cost the US $100 billion so far, four times the official figure.
• He said indirect costs to US taxpayers are much higher, claiming the monthly bill per American household has reached $500 and is rising.

Iranian Judiciary Chief: We Did Not Run Away from Negotiations

IRANIAN JUDICIARY:

• Iran’s judiciary chief said Tehran has not avoided negotiations and does not fear them, but will not accept dictates imposed through threats.
• He added that what the “enemy” failed to achieve through war will not be achieved through diplomacy.

Israeli Drone Strike Hits al-Mansouri, Drones Intercepted

AL JAZEERA: An Israeli drone strike targeted the town of al-Mansouri in southern Lebanon.

ISRAELI ARMY: Three drones launched from Lebanon were intercepted before reaching Israeli airspace, while another interceptor was fired at a drone approaching Israeli forces in southern Lebanon.

CHANNEL 12: Israeli authorities are preparing to reduce gatherings and restrict educational activities in northern areas following drone alerts.

In Gaza, this tactic of hiding inside heavily armored vehicles and tanks did manage to reduce soldier deaths and injuries, but in Lebanon, it could actually be causing the opposite effect.

Read the latest analysis by Robert Inlakesh.

Left in Disbelief: Israel in Panic over Hezbollah FPV Drone Nightmare

CNN:

• Democratic Senator Richard Blumenthal said an imminent military strike on Iran remains a strong possibility based on intelligence briefings he has received.
• Blumenthal warned such a move could place American lives at risk and potentially result in significant casualties.
• Meanwhile, Republican Senator Rick Scott said Trump does not need congressional authorization to continue military operations against Iran.

The Times: Donald Trump Misreading Iran Again

THE TIMES:

• The British newspaper said Trump continues to believe his naval blockade will force Tehran to surrender, but calculations in Iran appear entirely different.
• The report said Tehran believes it can withstand the economic consequences of the blockade, while Trump cannot continue ignoring rising domestic fuel prices as the US approaches midterm elections amid low approval ratings.
• The newspaper added that Iranian officials believe another round of fighting may be needed to convince Trump that military action will neither reopen the Strait of Hormuz nor force Iran into submission.
• It also suggested Trump’s most likely option could be a limited series of strikes on Iranian infrastructure followed by a unilateral declaration of victory, though Iran may attempt to undermine such a strategy.

Politico: Trump Proposes New Plan to Reopen Hormuz

POLITICO:

• A senior US administration official said Trump is advancing a new plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
• The report added that Washington would continue blockading Iranian ports under the plan, in coordination with allies, in order to impose what it described as heavy costs on Iranian attempts to obstruct energy flows.

Hezbollah MP Criticizes Lebanese Authorities

IBRAHIM AL-MOUSAWI, HEZBOLLAH MP:

• Al-Mousawi said the Lebanese government’s performance is drifting toward what he described as a “direct surrenderist negotiating track that receives dictates.”
• He added: “We will raise the banners of victory in every occupied southern village.”

Nawaf Salam: We Will Recover Every Inch of Lebanese Land

LEBANESE PRIME MINISTER NAWAF SALAM:

• Salam said Lebanon will continue working seriously to recover every inch of occupied Lebanese territory.
• In a Labor Day message posted on X, he also pledged to continue reforms, revive the economy, create jobs, restore stability, and place Lebanon on a path toward recovery.

Hezbollah’s “Hidden Weapon” Alarming Israel

AL JAZEERA:

• Hezbollah’s effective use of fiber-optic FPV drones has caused mounting concern inside the Israeli military after the technology reportedly inflicted casualties and bypassed Israeli electronic warfare and jamming systems.
• The report said the tactic combines low production costs, local manufacturing, and the ability to neutralize Israeli electronic defenses.

Reuters: Ceasefire “Ended” Combat Operations under War Powers Act

REUTERS:

• A senior Trump administration official said the April ceasefire with Iran effectively ended combat operations for the purposes of the War Powers Resolution.
• The report noted Trump faced a May 1 deadline either to end the war or justify extending military action before Congress.
• The official argued there has been no exchange of fire between US and Iranian forces since the fragile ceasefire began more than three weeks ago.
• The 1973 War Powers Resolution gives US presidents 60 days to conduct military operations before seeking congressional authorization, with a possible 30-day extension for military necessity.
• Democrats have repeatedly attempted to force Trump to seek congressional approval or withdraw US forces, but Republicans have blocked those efforts.

Maariv: Signs of Tension between Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu

MAARIV:

• Israeli and Washington sources said there has been increasing discussion in recent days about growing tension between Trump and Netanyahu.
• The report said Trump remains supportive of Israel but now seeks to reduce his public association with Netanyahu, preferring the Iran file to appear as an American initiative rather than an Israeli one.
• Sources added that Netanyahu insists on remaining at the center of developments regarding Iran and does not want Trump handling matters alone.

Lebanese Army Announces Soldier Killed in Israeli Strike

LEBANESE ARMY: The army announced that one of its soldiers and several family members were killed in an Israeli airstrike that targeted their home in Kfarraman in southern Lebanon.

Axios: Trump Briefed on Possible Military Action against Iran

AXIOS: US officials said the commander of US Central Command and the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff delivered a 45-minute briefing to Trump on potential new military plans against Iran.

Wall Street Journal: Israeli Army Struggling against Hezbollah Drones

WALL STREET JOURNAL:

• Military officials and soldiers told the newspaper that Hezbollah’s growing use of FPV drones poses a major threat to the Israeli army.
• The report said intercepting a single drone can take up to an hour and that Israel failed to take the threat seriously until recent fatalities occurred.
• Units are now reportedly improvising solutions, including covering military positions and equipment with nets designed to trap drones.
• An unnamed Ukrainian official said Kyiv repeatedly offered to share expertise with Israel regarding Iranian drone tactics, but those warnings were ignored.

In its latest statement, the Palestinian Prisoners Club said the number of Palestinian female prisoners held in Israeli jails exceeded 90 during April.

Pregnant, Ill, Imprisoned: The Plight of Palestinian Women in Israeli Prisons

NEW YORK TIMES: US defense officials said ammunition stockpiles were already strained because of the war in Ukraine and the “Night Hammer” operation carried out against Iran last year.

US Calls for Direct Dialogue between Israel and Lebanon

US EMBASSY IN BEIRUT: The embassy said a direct meeting between Lebanese President Joseph Aoun and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, facilitated by Donald Trump, could provide Lebanon with guarantees regarding sovereignty, territorial integrity, border security, humanitarian aid, reconstruction support, and full restoration of Lebanese state authority across its territory under US guarantees.

AFP: Trump Official Says Combat Operations against Iran Have Ended

AGENCE FRANCE-PRESSE: An official in the Trump administration said combat operations that began on February 28 have ended due to considerations linked to the War Powers Resolution.

Donald Trump Criticizes German Chancellor

TRUMP: Trump criticized German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, calling his performance “very bad” and saying he should spend less time interfering in Washington’s efforts against what Trump described as the Iranian nuclear threat.

Iran: UN Human Rights Council Resolution Is Politicized

IRANIAN REPRESENTATIVE TO THE UNITED NATIONS:

• Tehran described the recent Human Rights Council resolution as biased and politicized, saying it fails to reflect the full context of the crisis.
• Iran also said the Security Council’s failure to address the root causes of tensions threatens international peace and security and does not negate Iran’s right to self-defense under international law.

German Official Says Trust in US Security Guarantees Has Declined

CNN: A German member of the European Parliament said Germans have lost confidence in Washington’s willingness and ability to help preserve their security amid discussions over possible reductions in US troop levels in Germany.

New York Times: Iran War Pushes US to Expand Weapons Production

NEW YORK TIMES: American officials said the war with Iran prompted Washington to seek ways to increase weapons production rates.

Lebanese Health Ministry: Two Killed, Ten Wounded in Israeli Strike

LEBANESE HEALTH MINISTRY: Two people were killed and ten wounded in an Israeli airstrike on Nabatieh al-Fawqa in southern Lebanon.

Anadolu: 29 Killed in Israeli Attacks on Lebanon Thursday

ANADOLU AGENCY:

• Israeli attacks on Lebanon on Thursday killed 29 people and wounded 33 others across 84 strikes.
• The report said Hezbollah responded 12 times, targeting four tanks, a self-propelled artillery gun, a Humvee vehicle, five troop gatherings, and downing a drone.

NBC: Iran Using Ceasefire to Recover Buried Weapons

NBC NEWS:

• US officials and informed sources said Iran is using the ceasefire to recover missiles and munitions hidden underground or buried under rubble from airstrikes.
• The report added Tehran is trying to quickly rebuild its drone and missile capabilities in case Trump resumes military operations.
• Sources said Trump is reviewing options that include new military measures to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and strip Iran of nuclear materials.

NEW YORK TIMES:

• Israeli officials and former national security adviser Eyal Hulata said Israel is still searching for effective defenses against Hezbollah explosive drones designed to evade electronic jamming systems.
• The report said the Israeli army was not fully prepared for the tactic, despite being aware of the threat.
• Officials added that the military is currently improvising, including using protective netting over buildings and vehicles to shield them from drone attacks.
• The report noted that the low-cost drone technology has turned Israeli soldiers into vulnerable battlefield targets.

Iran: Quick Results in Negotiations Not Realistic

IRANIAN FOREIGN MINISTRY: Tehran said it is not logical to expect rapid results from ongoing negotiations.

Israeli Occupation Forces Carry Out Explosion in Bint Jbeil

AL JAZEERA: Israeli forces carried out a large explosion in the southern Lebanese city of Bint Jbeil.

Yedioth Ahronoth: Israeli Army Failed to Address Drone Threat

YEDIOTH AHRONOTH:

• An Israeli official said the military failed to take meaningful action against explosive drone threats over the past 18 months.
• The report said first-person-view explosive drone attacks began in 2024, but Israeli forces still lack an effective response, leading to heavy losses in Lebanon.
• According to the newspaper, reserve soldiers have resorted to improvised countermeasures inspired by tactics used in the Ukraine war.

Associated Press: Congress Extends Surveillance Program

ASSOCIATED PRESS: The US Congress approved a short-term extension of a surveillance program used by American intelligence agencies hours before it was due to expire.

Lebanese Health Ministry: One Killed, Three Wounded in Israeli Strike

LEBANESE HEALTH MINISTRY: One person was killed and three others wounded in an Israeli airstrike on the town of Harouf in southern Lebanon.

Iran says the US bears massive economic costs from war escalation while warning against threats to the Strait of Hormuz.

‘America Last’: Araghchi Says US Paying Heavy Price for War and Hormuz Crisis

AL MAYADEEN:

• Israeli warplanes, drones, and artillery launched more than 70 strikes across southern Lebanon on Thursday, targeting wide areas in the Tyre, Bint Jbeil, and Nabatieh districts.
• The bombardment killed and wounded dozens of people and caused extensive destruction to homes, roads, and civilian infrastructure.
• Air raids, drone strikes, and artillery shelling repeatedly targeted residential neighborhoods and surrounding areas throughout the day, turning several southern Lebanese towns into zones of continuous fire.

Israeli Soldier Killed in Hezbollah Drone Attack

ISRAELI ARMY:

• One Israeli soldier from the Golani Brigade was killed and several others wounded in an explosive drone attack in southern Lebanon.
• The soldier is the third Israeli serviceman killed in Hezbollah drone attacks in recent days.

MAARIV:

• At least 15 additional Israeli soldiers were wounded in multiple Hezbollah drone operations carried out Thursday.
• Israeli media also reported a “security incident” in southern Lebanon and said the families of the affected soldiers had been notified.

Israeli soldier killed in Hezbollah drone attack as cross-border fighting escalates and deadly strikes hit southern Lebanon.

Hezbollah Drone Attack Kills Israeli Soldier as Israeli Air Raids Ravage South Lebanon

ABC NEWS: A US official said the Trump administration is holding talks with lawmakers about seeking congressional authorization for military action against Iran.

Israeli Airstrikes Hit Areas near Blat and Deir Kifa

AL JAZEERA: Israeli forces launched airstrikes near the town of Blat in the Marjayoun district and near Deir Kifa in the Tyre district of southern Lebanon.

Israeli Army Says Officer and Soldier Wounded in Drone Explosion

ISRAELI ARMY: An officer and a soldier were wounded in a drone explosion in southern Lebanon.

US Senate Blocks Resolution to Halt Military Operations against Iran

AL JAZEERA: The US Senate blocked a resolution introduced by a Democratic senator seeking to stop military operations against Iran.

Abbas Araghchi: Hormuz Insecurity Caused by US-Israeli Aggression

According to the Iranian Foreign Ministry, Araghchi told his Swiss counterpart that instability in the Strait of Hormuz is the result of what he described as “US-Zionist aggression.”

Tensions Escalate over the Strait of Hormuz

AL JAZEERA:

• Iranian Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei said “a new chapter” is emerging in the Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz, adding that the future of the region will be “without America.”
• The report noted that Washington is considering options ranging from limited strikes to special operations and maritime pressure measures in Hormuz amid stalled nuclear negotiations.

Hezbollah Says It Targeted Israeli Gatherings in Southern Lebanon

Hezbollah announced it targeted Israeli troop gatherings in the towns of Mais al-Jabal, al-Taybeh, and al-Qantara using attack drones.

US Joint Chiefs Chairman: Iran Still Has Fast Attack Boats

US MEDIA: Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Dan Caine said Iran still possesses some small fast attack boats.

White House: All Trump Options on Iran Remain Open

NEW YORK TIMES:

• White House spokesperson said Trump has made clear Iran will not obtain a nuclear weapon and that all options remain open.
• She added Washington continues to maintain maximum leverage over the Iranian government.

Six Killed in Israeli Strike on Zebdine

LEBANESE HEALTH MINISTRY: Six people were killed in an Israeli airstrike on the town of Zebdine in the Nabatieh district of southern Lebanon.

CNN: Trump Administration Pressuring Governments to Join Hormuz Coalition

CNN:

• According to a document obtained by the network, the Trump administration is urging foreign governments to join a new coalition aimed at supporting freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.
• The initiative would reportedly be led by the US State Department, Pentagon, and Central Command.

Hezbollah Says It Targeted Humvee in al-Biyada

Hezbollah announced it targeted a Humvee vehicle with an attack drone in the town of al-Biyada in southern Lebanon.

USS Gerald R. Ford to return home amid heightened US military buildup in the Middle East.

USS Gerald R. Ford Returns Home as US Military Buildup Strains Fleet Readiness

Hezbollah announced it targeted a gathering of Israeli soldiers in the town of Shema in southern Lebanon using an attack drone, saying it achieved a direct hit.

Israeli Air Force Intercepts Drone Launched from Lebanon

CHANNEL 12: The Israeli Air Force intercepted a drone launched from Lebanon before it entered Israeli airspace.

Global Media: Iran War Disrupts US Arms Exports as Israel Sinks Deeper into Lebanon

AL JAZEERA:

• International newspapers and magazines examined the widening repercussions of the Iran war, including disruptions to US weapons exports and Israel’s growing entanglement in Lebanon.
• The report also explored the political, military, and humanitarian consequences unfolding across several regions.

Lebanese Army Says Soldier and Family Killed in Israeli Strike

LEBANESE ARMY: A Lebanese soldier and members of his family were killed in an Israeli airstrike targeting their home in the town of Kfarraman in the Nabatieh district.

Lebanese Government: Ceasefire Must Come before Negotiations

LEBANESE INFORMATION MINISTER:

• Prime Minister Nawaf Salam stressed that Lebanon’s priority is achieving a ceasefire before entering negotiations addressing the roots of the conflict.
• The government also reaffirmed its commitment to the ceasefire arrangements approved in November 2024.

Israeli Airstrikes Target Several Southern Lebanese Towns

AL JAZEERA: Israeli warplanes carried out airstrikes on the towns of Froun, Aadchit, al-Majadel, and Qallawiya in southern Lebanon.

Israeli Strikes Hit Habboush, Dbein, and Houmine al-Fawqa

AL JAZEERA: Israeli forces launched airstrikes on the towns of Habboush, Dbein, and Houmine al-Fawqa in southern Lebanon.

Israeli attacks kill Palestinians in Gaza and Hebron as raids, arrests, and bombardments intensify across occupied Palestine.

Israeli Attacks Kill Palestinians in Gaza as 16-Year-Old Is Shot Dead in Hebron