HEZBOLLAH:

• A Merkava tank was targeted in Tal al-Ouwayda in the border town of Odaisseh with a guided missile followed by a suicide drone.
• A concentration of Israeli soldiers and vehicles in Kiryat Shmona was targeted with a rocket barrage.
• The Yara barracks was also targeted with a rocket barrage.

Israeli Strikes Continue across Southern Lebanon, Gaza

AL-MAYADEEN:

An Israeli strike targeted the vicinity of Tebnine Government Hospital in southern Lebanon.

Another Israeli airstrike hit the city of Nabatieh.

PALESTINIAN MEDIA: In Gaza, six Palestinians were killed in an Israeli strike targeting civilians in Al-Bureij camp this morning.

US Delegation Arrives in Pakistan for Iran Talks

REUTERS:

• US Vice President JD Vance has arrived in Pakistan for talks with Iran.
• Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner have also arrived for negotiations.
• A US aircraft carrying the delegation landed in Islamabad.

TASNIM NEWS AGENCY: The Iranian negotiating delegation is scheduled to meet Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif later today.

Sirens Across Northern Israel amid Drone and Rocket Threats

ISRAELI MEDIA:

• Sirens sounded in Kiryat Shmona and surrounding areas following suspected drone infiltration.
• Additional sirens were reported in Arab al-Aramsheh and settlements in the Western Galilee.

MAARIV: Israel’s three major war objectives were ultimately not achieved and remained far from realization.

ROBERT INLAKESH: In the short term, a propaganda victory was scored by the Israelis, but it isn’t likely to fundamentally reshape the battlefield.

Israel Used the Fake Ceasefire to Get the Upper Hand, Will It Backfire?

SAMMY BAROUD: In a move raising concerns over academic freedom, University of Washington professor, Dr. Aria Fani, was fired from the Director position at the Middle East Center, after he criticized the US-Israeli war on Iran, terminating his three-year contract signed in 2025.

‘Humanity First’: Professor Fired over Anti-War Email at University of Washington

WALL STREET JOURNAL:

• US and Israeli intelligence assessments indicate that Iran still possesses thousands of ballistic missiles and retains the ability to rebuild parts of its military capabilities.
• More than half of Iran’s missile launchers have been destroyed, damaged, or buried underground, but remaining platforms can be repaired or redeployed.
• Iran is also believed to retain a limited stockpile of cruise missiles capable of targeting Gulf shipping or US forces if tensions escalate.
• US officials warn that any pause in fighting could allow Tehran to reconstitute parts of its missile arsenal.
• Israeli officials estimate that roughly two-thirds of Iran’s ballistic missile launchers were taken out during the war, but some systems could be recovered from underground facilities.
• Iran is still believed to hold over 1,000 medium-range missiles from an estimated pre-war stockpile of 2,500.
• Analysts note that deeply embedded underground missile complexes continue to complicate US and Israeli efforts to fully dismantle Iran’s capabilities.

HEZBOLLAH:

• Israeli military infrastructure in the occupied city of Safed was targeted with a rocket barrage.
• Settlements of Kiryat Shmona, Metula, and Misgav Am were also targeted with rocket barrages.

CBS NEWS:

• A US MQ-4C Triton reconnaissance drone, valued at approximately $250 million, has gone missing and may have been destroyed by Iran.
• Reports indicate early April losses were concentrated around Shiraz and Kish Island.
• The US Air Force has lost 24 MQ-9 Reaper drones during engagements with Iranian forces.

Hezbollah Drone Strike Hits Israeli Troops in Southern Lebanon

HEZBOLLAH: Israeli soldiers gathered inside a house in the town of Shamaa were targeted with a suicide drone, achieving direct hits.

Israeli Assessment: War with Iran Undermining Gulf Normalization

YEDIOTH AHRONOTH:

• Gulf states may now seek closer ties with Iran and Turkey.
• While the security alliance with the UAE has strengthened, normalization efforts appear to have suffered a setback.
• There is growing pessimism in Israel that the war with Iran is hindering normalization with Gulf states.

Israeli Pessimism – Officials Admit War Pushed Gulf toward Iran, Undermined Normalization

US Intelligence: Iran Holds Thousands of Ballistic Missiles

WALL STREET JOURNAL: US intelligence assessments indicate that Iran possesses thousands of ballistic missiles in its arsenal.

Israel Open to Lebanon Deal, Rejects Ceasefire Talks

AXIOS: Israel’s ambassador to Washington stated that Israel agreed to advance a peace agreement with Lebanon but has not agreed to discuss a ceasefire.

Rocket Hits Safed Industrial Zone

ISRAELI MEDIA: A rocket struck the industrial zone in Safed.

Iran Sets Conditions for Islamabad Talks

FARS NEWS AGENCY: If the United States accepts Iran’s conditions, negotiations are set to begin tomorrow afternoon at the Serena Hotel in Islamabad.

IRANIAN PARLIAMENT SPEAKER MOHAMMAD BAGHER QALIBAF:

• Iran has goodwill but does not trust the American side.
• Tehran is ready for an agreement if the United States is prepared for a real deal that grants the Iranian people their rights.

Rocket Fire Triggers Sirens across Northern Israel

ISRAELI HOME FRONT COMMAND:

• Sirens sounded in Misgav Am and Metula following rocket launches from Lebanon.
• Sirens also sounded in Kiryat Shmona and surrounding areas after additional rocket fire.

US and Lebanon Push for Temporary Halt to Israeli Strikes

AXIOS:

• Washington supports Beirut’s request and is pressuring Israel to accept a temporary halt in attacks.
• Israel is reviewing the proposal, with no final decision yet.
• The request aims to pause strikes on Hezbollah ahead of direct negotiations.

US Expects Hybrid Negotiation Format with Iran

CNN: Talks in Islamabad are expected to include both direct and indirect negotiations between Washington and Tehran.

Trump Warns over Maritime Security

TRUMP:

• The United States will not allow any threat to international shipping lanes.
• We will resolve the situation one way or another if necessary.

HEZBOLLAH:

• Israeli troop gatherings in the towns of Bayyada and Shamaa were targeted with rockets and artillery shells.
• Israeli troop gatherings near Al-Ishraq School and the Tahrir Triangle around Bint Jbeil were also targeted with rockets.

Iran Criticizes US Military Presence in the Region

IRANIAN FOREIGN MINISTRY SPOKESPERSON: US military presence in the region has been a source of instability and insecurity.

US and Iran Move Forward with Negotiations

PAKISTANI FOREIGN MINISTRY:

• The Iranian delegation has arrived in Islamabad for talks.
• We hope all parties will participate constructively.

IRANIAN STATE TV:

• The delegation led by Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf has arrived in Islamabad.
• The delegation includes senior officials such as the foreign minister, defense council secretary, and central bank chief.

IRANIAN FIRST VICE PRESIDENT MOHAMMAD REZA AREF: We support our negotiators to carry out their mission with strength and confidence.

Lebanon, Israel, US Establish First Direct Contact

LEBANESE PRESIDENCY:

• The first call took place between Lebanon’s ambassador, Israel’s ambassador in Washington, and the US ambassador in Beirut.
• It was agreed to hold a first meeting on Tuesday at the US State Department to discuss a ceasefire.

US Conditions Ceasefire Extension on Negotiation Results

AXIOS: There will be no extension of the ceasefire unless the Vice President returns with tangible results from the talks.

US Reinforces Military Presence in the Region

WALL STREET JOURNAL:

• US fighter and attack aircraft have recently arrived in the Middle East.
• Around 2,000 troops from the 82nd Airborne Division may deploy in the coming days.
• The USS George W. Bush carrier group is heading toward the region.

Iran arrives in Islamabad for talks but conditions negotiations on Lebanon ceasefire, asset release, and halt to Israeli attacks.

The Iranian delegation was met by the Pakistani Air Force upon entering the country’s airspace.

Escorted by Fighter Jets – Iranian Delegation Arrives in Pakistan, Sets Conditions

HEZBOLLAH:

• Nahariya was targeted for the second time with rockets.
• A gathering of Israeli forces near Al-Ishraq School in Bint Jbeil was targeted for the third time.
• The Lebanese government is urged to abandon concessions and stand alongside its people and the resistance.

ISRAELI MEDIA:

• More than 60 rockets were launched from Lebanon toward northern Israel since the morning.
• Three rockets were intercepted over the skies of Acre.

ISRAELI HOME FRONT COMMAND:

• Sirens sounded east of Acre following rocket fire.
• Sirens were also activated in Avivim in the Western Galilee.

Pentagon Awards Major Patriot Missile Contract

WALL STREET JOURNAL: Lockheed Martin secured a $4.7 billion Pentagon contract to supply Patriot missile systems.

Diplomatic Push Continues for Ceasefire and Talks

PAKISTANI PRIME MINISTER SHEHBAZ SHARIF:

• Discussions with the British prime minister focused on diplomatic efforts to secure a ceasefire.
• Both sides stressed the importance of maintaining the ceasefire to achieve lasting peace.

RUSSIAN FOREIGN MINISTRY:

• All parties in the US-Iran talks in Pakistan must act responsibly.
• Negotiations offer an opportunity to resolve tensions in the Gulf region.
• An immediate halt to Israeli strikes on Lebanon is necessary.

OMANI FOREIGN MINISTER BADR AL-BUSAIDI:

• Oman reaffirms commitment to international law, including the law of the sea.
• Calls for safeguarding maritime navigation and regional stability through dialogue.

UK FOREIGN SECRETARY YVETTE COOPER: The Strait of Hormuz must be reopened fully without restrictions or fees.

Israel Prepares for Possible Collapse of US-Iran Talks

ISRAELI BROADCASTING AUTHORITY:

• The military is preparing for the potential collapse of US-Iran negotiations.
• If no substantial agreement is reached, operations against Iran may resume.

Israeli attacks intensify across Lebanon as resistance expands operations and Iran warns continued aggression will draw painful consequences.

Nabatieh Massacre – Israel Hits Government Site as Resistance Expands

REUTERS: Donald Trump now believes reopening the Strait of Hormuz is unlikely in the near term, according to a White House official.

Lebanon Reports Rising Death Toll

LEBANESE HEALTH MINISTRY: 1,953 people have been killed and 6,303 injured since the start of the Israeli assault on March 2.

Pakistan Signals Momentum in US-Iran Talks

PAKISTANI PRIME MINISTER SHEHBAZ SHARIF:

• Both sides are ready to negotiate and resolve differences through dialogue.
• US and Iranian delegations are expected in Pakistan, and efforts are underway to ensure successful talks.
• The next phase aims to move from ceasefire toward ending the war through negotiations.

UK Welcomes Ceasefire but Urges Further Steps

UK PRIME MINISTER KEIR STARMER:

• The ceasefire is welcome but much work remains.
• Efforts must focus on sustaining the ceasefire and ensuring the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.

Hezbollah Expands Attacks on Northern Israel

HEZBOLLAH:

• The settlement of Yir’on was targeted with a rocket barrage.
• The Shraga base north of Acre was targeted with rockets and suicide drones.

ISRAELI MEDIA:

• Rockets launched from Lebanon struck Kiryat Shmona without prior warning.
• A residential building in Kiryat Shmona was directly hit.

Netanyahu Scales Down Strikes under US Pressure

ISRAELI BROADCASTING AUTHORITY:

• Netanyahu ordered a shift in attack policy in Lebanon following a request from Trump.
• Strikes on Beirut now require multiple approvals, including Netanyahu’s authorization.
• There is no ceasefire, but a significant reduction in attacks is underway.

Fighting Intensifies in Southern Lebanon

AL-JAZEERA: Heavy clashes between Israeli forces and Hezbollah are ongoing in Bint Jbeil.

Iran Restores Key Infrastructure after Strikes

IRANIAN MEDIA: The first train crossed a repaired bridge after it was damaged in an Israeli strike.

Israeli writer says Netanyahu failed in Iran war, causing strategic damage while Israel was excluded from ceasefire diplomacy.

‘Iran Intact’ – Israeli Writer Blasts Netanyahu over ‘Strategic Collapse’

JERUSALEM POST:

• Israel rejected France’s participation in direct talks with Lebanon.
• France’s conduct over the past year led Israel to consider it an unreliable mediator.

Iranian Leadership Condemns Killing of Kharrazi

IRANIAN SUPREME LEADER MOJTABA KHAMENEI: The killing of Kamal Kharrazi is a disgrace for American and Israeli forces and enemies of Iranian civilization.

White House Pushes for Talks as Negotiation Team Expands

WHITE HOUSE (AL-JAZEERA):

• The Vice President hopes for positive negotiations if Iran acts in good faith.
• Trump tasked the Vice President, Witkoff, and Kushner with leading negotiations in Islamabad.
• Officials from the National Security Council, State Department, and Pentagon are part of the delegation.
• Any agreement accepted by President Trump must prioritize American interests.

MSNBC (WHITE HOUSE STATEMENT):

• The delegation to Pakistan includes officials from national security, the Pentagon, and the State Department.
• Trump is optimistic about reaching an agreement that could lead to peace in the Middle East.
• Trump will only accept a deal that puts America first.

Limited Shipping Continues through Strait of Hormuz

REUTERS:

• Shipping traffic remains far below normal levels in the Strait of Hormuz.
• Only 15 vessels have entered or exited the strait since the ceasefire announcement.

US-Iran Talks Advance as Lebanon Track Emerges

TIMES OF ISRAEL:

• The first direct meeting between Israel and Lebanon is expected Tuesday at the State Department.
• A phone call took place today between the Lebanese ambassador, the Israeli ambassador in Washington, and the US ambassador in Beirut.

PAKISTANI DIPLOMATIC SOURCE: We are very optimistic as talks are ongoing and coordination continues with partners.

Trump Issues Warning to Iran

TRUMP: Iran appears to have no leverage other than threatening global waterways.

The only reason Iranian officials are still alive is to negotiate.

NEW YORK POST:

• We will know within 24 hours whether talks with Iran will succeed.
• Warships are being equipped with advanced munitions in case negotiations fail.
• Reopening the Strait of Hormuz is a central element of any agreement.

Israeli Strikes Continue in Southern Lebanon

AL-JAZEERA:

• Israeli airstrikes targeted the Mahmoudiya area in southern Lebanon.
• Two Israeli airstrikes hit the same area in Mahmoudiya.

Hezbollah Escalates Operations against Israeli Targets

HEZBOLLAH:

• Bulldozers used by Israeli forces to demolish homes in Aita al-Shaab were targeted with rockets.
• A gathering of Israeli forces near Al-Ishraq School in Bint Jbeil was targeted for the second time.
• Swarms of suicide drones attacked Kiryat Shmona barracks and Beit Hillel base.
• Israeli military infrastructure in Karmiel was targeted again with rockets.
• A gathering of Israeli forces at Oweida Hill in Odaisseh was targeted with a suicide drone.

ISRAELI BROADCASTING AUTHORITY: Hezbollah announced 38 operations within 24 hours, including a precision strike on a naval base in Ashdod.

Sirens Sound in Northern Israel amid Rocket Fire

ISRAELI HOME FRONT COMMAND: Sirens sounded in Karmiel and surrounding areas in the Upper Galilee following rocket launches from Lebanon.

Israel expels Spain from Gaza coordination center, citing “anti-Israel bias,” as Madrid intensifies criticism of Israeli military aggression.

Israel Expels Spain from CMCC after Madrid Calls Out Israeli Violations

LEBANESE STATE SECURITY: 13 personnel were killed in an Israeli airstrike targeting the Nabatieh government complex in southern Lebanon.

Hezbollah Expands Rocket Attacks across Northern Israel

HEZBOLLAH:

• Rocket fire targeted Israeli troop gatherings in the hills of Freiz and Ghadmasha near Aitaroun.
• The settlement of Dovev was struck for the second time.
• A gathering of Israeli forces near the Tahrir Triangle in Bint Jbeil was targeted.
• Nahariya was hit with a rocket barrage.

ISRAELI ARMY RADIO: Around 30 rockets were launched from Lebanon toward northern Israel since the morning.

Sirens Sound across Northern Israel amid Drone Threats

ISRAELI HOME FRONT COMMAND:

• Sirens sounded in Kiryat Shmona and surrounding areas following a suspected drone infiltration.
• Sirens also sounded in Nahariya and towns across the Western Galilee.

Israeli Casualties Reported in Southern Lebanon

ISRAELI ARMY: A reserve officer was seriously wounded and a soldier lightly injured in a drone attack in southern Lebanon.

Israel Claims Large-Scale Damage to Hezbollah

ISRAELI ARMY: 4,300 Hezbollah military sites have been destroyed and 1,400 fighters killed so far.

Lebanon Vows to Resist Israeli Escalation

LEBANESE PRESIDENT JOSEPH AOUN: Targeting state institutions will not deter Lebanon from defending its sovereignty and territory.

Iran Insists on Including Lebanon in Ceasefire

IRANIAN FOREIGN MINISTER ABBAS ARAQCHI: Lebanon must be included in the ceasefire agreement, and Israeli attacks on Lebanon must stop.

IRANIAN PARLIAMENT SPEAKER MOHAMMAD BAGHER GHALIBAF:

• The ceasefire in Lebanon has not been implemented.
• Frozen Iranian assets must be released before negotiations begin.

Spain Warns against Escalation in Lebanon

SPANISH PRIME MINISTER PEDRO SANCHEZ:

• Lebanon must not be turned into another Gaza.
• The EU should suspend its trade agreement with Israel.

US Diplomacy and Military Activity Intensify

CNN:

• JD Vance’s presence adds credibility to the negotiations in Pakistan.
• Trump held a tense phone call with Netanyahu before Israel announced talks with Lebanon.

WALL STREET JOURNAL: US, Israeli, and Lebanese officials held talks to prepare for direct negotiations.

US CENTRAL COMMAND: F-35 fighter jets are conducting takeoff and landing operations from the USS Tripoli in the region.

Rocket Fire Continues across Northern Israel

ISRAELI MEDIA: A total of 30 rockets have been launched from Lebanon toward northern Israel since the morning.

Hezbollah leader says Israel failed militarily, vows continued resistance, rejects concessions, and warns invading forces will face destruction.

Read the key takeaways and the full report here:

‘Scattered Remains’ – Naim Qassem: Israeli Ground Invasion Failed

NETANYAHU:

• I ordered the expulsion of Spanish representatives from the coordination center in Kiryat Gat.
• Those who attack Israel instead of confronting terrorism will not be partners in shaping the region’s future.
• Spain has defamed Israeli soldiers, who are the most moral army in the world.

Hezbollah Rockets Strike Northern Israel, Direct Hits Reported

HEZBOLLAH:

• Israeli military infrastructure in Karmiel was targeted with a rocket barrage.
• The settlements of Metula and Misgav Am were struck with multiple rocket barrages.
• Israeli military infrastructure in Safed was targeted with rockets.

AL-JAZEERA: Three waves of rockets were launched from southern Lebanon toward the Upper Galilee.

ISRAELI MEDIA:

• A building in Nahariya was directly hit following rocket fire from Lebanon.
• Significant material damage was reported after a rocket struck the city of Safed.

ISRAELI ARMY RADIO: Several rockets were launched toward Safed, some intercepted while others fell in open areas.

Sirens Sweep Northern Israel amid Ongoing Barrages

ISRAELI HOME FRONT COMMAND:

• Sirens sounded in Safed and multiple northern towns following rocket fire from Lebanon.
• Sirens were activated in Sa’sa in the Western Galilee.
• Sirens also sounded in Nahariya and along the western sector of the Lebanon border.

CHANNEL 14 (ISRAELI MEDIA): Rocket fragments fell in a parking area in Safed, damaging multiple vehicles.

Israel Expands Military Operations in South Lebanon

ISRAELI ARMY: Five military divisions are operating simultaneously across southern Lebanon.

CIVIL DEFENSE (SOUTH LEBANON): Ten members of the State Security apparatus were killed in an Israeli strike on a government facility in Nabatieh.

Iran Issues Escalation Warning over Lebanon and Hormuz

KHATAM AL-ANBIYA HEADQUARTERS:

• We are on high alert due to repeated violations by US and Israeli forces.
• If attacks on Hezbollah and the Lebanese people continue, especially in Beirut’s southern suburbs, the response will be painful.
• We will maintain control over the Strait of Hormuz and will not abandon our legitimate rights.
• The management of the Strait of Hormuz will enter a new phase.

US and Russia Oil Developments amid War

REUTERS: Washington may approve an extension allowing the sale of some Russian crude oil.

US-Iran Talks May Include Prisoner Issue

WASHINGTON POST: The US delegation in Pakistan is expected to request the release of detained Americans in Iran as part of negotiations.

Rocket Fire Continues from Southern Lebanon

AL-JAZEERA: Eight rockets were launched from southern Lebanon toward Israel.

Hezbollah releases footage of strikes deep inside Israel as operations intensify following deadly Israeli airstrikes across Lebanon.

Read the key developments and the full report here:

Hezbollah Releases Footage of Strikes on Haifa, Unit 8200 Base

IRANIAN DEPUTY FOREIGN MINISTER MAJID TAKHT-RAVANCHI:

• We reject any ceasefire that allows the enemy to regroup and resume aggression.
• The US and Israel seek dominance in West Asia under a broader expansionist project.
• Our military operations targeted US positions used to launch attacks against us.
• IRANIAN RED CRESCENT: 32 universities, 857 schools, and 20 Red Crescent centers were damaged in US-Israeli strikes.

International Pressure Mounts to Include Lebanon in Ceasefire

FRENCH FOREIGN MINISTRY:

• France and Pakistan stressed the importance of including Lebanon within the ceasefire framework to ensure its sustainability.
• The French foreign minister called for negotiations addressing Iranian-related threats.

BELGIAN FOREIGN MINISTER:

• It is unacceptable to exclude Lebanon from the ceasefire.
• An immediate ceasefire in Lebanon is urgently needed.
• European pressure has contributed to shifting Israel’s approach.

EUROPEAN UNION: Welcomes Israel’s announcement of direct negotiations with Lebanon and calls for an immediate halt to attacks and harm to civilians.

Global Energy Routes under Pressure

CBS NEWS: Only about 12 ships crossed the Strait of Hormuz during the first two days of the ceasefire.

REUTERS: Three Iran-linked tankers crossed the Strait of Hormuz in the past 24 hours.

BLOOMBERG: A large Russian oil tanker passed through the Strait of Hormuz.

TANKER TRACKERS: Two million barrels of Iranian crude oil have reached India under a sanctions waiver.

ASSOCIATED PRESS (JAPAN): Japan is seeking alternative oil supply routes that bypass the Strait of Hormuz.

SPAIN FOREIGN MINISTER: NATO will not participate in any military operation to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

Hezbollah Expands Drone and Rocket Operations in Northern Israel

HEZBOLLAH:

• An Israeli military vehicle (Humvee) was targeted with a drone in the town of Taybeh, resulting in a direct hit.
• Kiryat Shmona barracks were targeted with drones.
• A naval military base in Ashdod port was struck with precision rockets.
• Artillery positions in Neot Mordechai settlement were targeted with drones.
• A gathering of Israeli soldiers near Khirbet Yaroun site was targeted with rockets.
• A gathering of Israeli forces at the Tahrir Triangle near Bint Jbeil was struck with rockets.

Israeli Strikes Intensify across Southern Lebanon

AL-JAZEERA:

• An Israeli airstrike targeted the town of Safad al-Battikh in southern Lebanon.
• Airstrikes hit the city of Nabatieh and the town of Yahmar al-Shaqif.
• An airstrike targeted the town of Kfarjouz.
• Two additional strikes hit Ain Baal in southern Lebanon and Douris in the Bekaa.
• Airstrikes also targeted the towns of Tyre and Sahmar.
• An Israeli airstrike hit the town of Jbaa in southern Lebanon.

ISRAELI ARMY:

• Forces from the 401st Brigade continue offensive operations in southern Lebanon to deepen strikes against Hezbollah systems.
• A rocket launch platform prepared for firing toward Israel was detected and destroyed.
• Military infrastructure, including a tunnel and weapons depots, was raided and destroyed.

Sirens and Rocket Fire Continue across Northern Israel

ISRAELI HOME FRONT COMMAND:

• Sirens sounded in multiple towns in the Upper Galilee following drone infiltration alerts.
• Sirens were activated in Karmiel and surrounding areas for the first time in three days.
• Sirens sounded repeatedly in Kiryat Shmona and the Galilee panhandle throughout the day.

ISRAELI ARMY RADIO: Five rockets were launched from southern Lebanon toward the Upper Galilee.

CHANNEL 12 (ISRAELI MEDIA): Rocket fragments fell in Karmiel following interceptions.

UK PRIME MINISTER KEIR STARMER:

• The Strait of Hormuz must remain open without restrictions.
• Regional countries must be involved in any ceasefire agreement.

HEZBOLLAH:

• Rockets targeted the settlements of Metula, Margaliot, and Misgav Am.
• A gathering of Israeli soldiers east of Khiam detention center was struck with a precision missile.
• Metula was targeted again with a rocket barrage for the third time.

HEZBOLLAH:

• Kiryat Shmona was targeted for the second time with rockets.
• The Ghajar site was struck with a rocket barrage.
• A Merkava tank southeast of Khiam detention center was hit by a drone with a direct strike.

CHANNEL 12 (ISRAELI MEDIA): A rocket directly hit a building in Metula, causing fires and partial power outages in Metula and Kiryat Shmona.

Israeli Airstrikes Continue across Southern Lebanon

AL-JAZEERA:

• Two Israeli drone strikes targeted the towns of Sharqiya and Jibsheet in southern Lebanon.
• An Israeli drone strike hit the town of Kfartabnit.
• Airstrikes targeted the town of Debbineh in Marjayoun district.
• Two additional strikes hit Shaabiya and Jbal al-Botm in southern Lebanon.
• An airstrike targeted Deir Antar in southern Lebanon.

Sirens and Drone Alerts across Northern Israel

ISRAELI HOME FRONT COMMAND:

• Sirens sounded in Kiryat Shmona and surrounding areas due to fears of drone infiltration.
• Sirens were also activated in Metula.

Lebanon Warns, Europe Pressures Israel

LEBANESE FOREIGN MINISTER: Lebanon is counting on friendly countries to help stop Israeli escalation and uphold Lebanese sovereignty.

LA CROIX (FRENCH FOREIGN MINISTER):

• Lebanon must not become a scapegoat for an Israeli government frustrated by the ceasefire.
• Israel must stop targeting civilian infrastructure and refrain from occupying southern Lebanon.
• Hezbollah should hand over its weapons to the Lebanese state.

UK PRIME MINISTER KEIR STARMER:

• Israeli attacks on Lebanon should not have happened and must stop immediately.
• The UK will provide interceptor missiles and platforms to its forces and allies in the region within weeks.

Ceasefire Violations Raise International Concern

PAKISTANI FOREIGN MINISTRY:

• Pakistan and France stressed the importance of fully implementing and respecting the ceasefire agreement.
• Both sides expressed concern over violations of the ceasefire in Lebanon.

Iran Signals Internal Stability as War Fallout Continues

IRANIAN BORDER COMMANDER: Iran’s borders remain under full control and security conditions are stable.

Lebanon Faces Deepening Food Security Crisis

WORLD FOOD PROGRAMME:

Lebanon is rapidly heading toward a food security crisis as the war disrupts supply chains.

Many traders report having less than one week of essential food stocks remaining.

Senior Iranian official Kamal Kharrazi dies after a US-Israeli strike, amid ongoing war, leadership losses, and ceasefire negotiations.

Who Was Kamal Kharrazi? Senior Iranian Leader Dies after US-Israeli Strike

HEZBOLLAH:

• Kiryat Shmona was targeted with rocket fire in response to Israeli violations of the ceasefire.
• The settlement of Dovev was struck with a rocket barrage.
• Metula and Misgav Am were targeted with rockets, with Misgav Am hit twice this morning.

ISRAELI MEDIA: Around 10 rockets were launched from Lebanon, some intercepted while others fell in open areas.

ISRAELI HOME FRONT COMMAND:

• Sirens sounded in Kiryat Shmona and surrounding areas following rocket fire.
• Sirens were also activated in Dovev in the Upper Galilee.
• Sirens were triggered in the Ghajar area in northern Israel.

Israeli Strikes and Demolitions Intensify in South Lebanon

AL-JAZEERA:

• Israeli artillery shelled the towns of Yahmar al-Shaqif and Arnoun.
• Artillery strikes also targeted Kfarreman, Kfartabnit, Habboush, and the outskirts of Rashaya al-Fakhar.
• Israeli forces detonated residential neighborhoods in Aita al-Shaab.
• Homes were blown up in the town of Hanine.
• Israeli Military Signals Continued Escalation
• ISRAELI CHIEF OF STAFF EYAL ZAMIR:
• We will continue fighting in Lebanon to remove the direct threat to northern communities.
• Lebanon remains the main battlefield, and military operations will deepen.
• We can return to war with Iran at any moment with greater force.

WALLA (ISRAELI MEDIA): The army has completed significant steps to encircle Hezbollah in southern Lebanon.

MAARIV:

• Israel is pressuring the United States for a limited window to launch large-scale attacks on Hezbollah.
• The goal is to secure two to five days for intensified strikes before US pressure for de-escalation.
• Negotiations are underway to allow the air force to target Hezbollah’s missile systems before a ceasefire push.
• Israeli leadership believes the confrontation with Hezbollah must end with a decisive blow.

Iran Cracks Down on Internal Security Threats

IRANIAN POLICE:

• A weapons smuggling network was dismantled in Kermanshah province.
• Seven individuals linked to hostile networks were arrested in Semnan province.

Israeli Casualties and Internal Developments

ISRAELI HEALTH MINISTRY: 7,527 Israelis have been injured since the beginning of the war.

ISRAELI MEDIA: An Israeli citizen, Moshe Lahovitz (21), has been charged with spying for Iran in exchange for thousands of dollars.

Global Energy Concerns amid Hormuz Tensions

ASSOCIATED PRESS:

• Japan is working to secure oil imports through routes that bypass the Strait of Hormuz.
• Japan and India reaffirmed cooperation to ensure stable energy supplies.

Trump Signals Optimism on Deal, Iran Signals Hormuz Shift

US MEDIA: Donald Trump expressed optimism about a near agreement, while Iranian leadership signaled a new phase in managing the Strait of Hormuz.

JAMAL KANJ: In this context, Gulf Arab states must begin to think independently and act strategically—particularly by reassessing their alliance with the US.

Ceasefire or Pause? The Gulf Held Hostage by Netanyahu’s War

IQBAL JASSAT: Shocking but not surprising, a breaking report by New York Times provides vivid details of manipulation by Netanyahu that resulted in Trump’s disastrous decision to launch the war on Iran.

Netanyahu Led Trump by His Nose to a War of Disaster for the US and Israel

AL MAYADEEN: Al Mayadeen’s correspondent in Islamabad reported that a US Air Force aircraft has landed at a Pakistani military base, with the possibility that US Vice President J.D. Vance is onboard.

ISRAELI MEDIA: The first poll conducted after the ceasefire with Iran shows a decline in support for the Likud party and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s bloc, alongside a rise in support for the party led by Gadi Eisenkot.

Dollar Heads for Sharpest Weekly Loss Since January

REUTERS: The US dollar is on track Friday to record its largest weekly losses since January, according to Reuters.

Resistance Targets Ya’ara Barracks with Drone Swarm

AL MAYADEEN: The Islamic Resistance in Lebanon announced that it targeted the “Ya’ara” barracks using a swarm of attack drones.

AL MAYADEEN

• Iranian sources told Al Mayadeen that reports of an Iranian negotiating delegation arriving in Pakistan’s capital, Islamabad, are false.
• The sources confirmed that mediator states, including Pakistan, have been informed that Iran will not engage in any talks as long as Israeli attacks on Lebanon continue.
• They added that the United States has a limited window to restrain Israel, warning that failure to do so could lead to the collapse of ceasefire negotiations.
• At the same time, Iran continues to insist that both the United States and Israel must commit to including Lebanon in the ceasefire agreement reached through Pakistani mediation.
• For his part, Pakistan’s Defense Minister stated that “Israel, while peace talks are being held in Islamabad, is committing genocide in Lebanon.”

HEZBOLLAH:

• Artillery positions north of the Goren settlement were targeted with a rocket barrage and a swarm of suicide drones.
• A gathering of Israeli soldiers in the Shlomi settlement was targeted with a rocket barrage and a swarm of suicide drones.
• The settlement of Metula was targeted with a rocket barrage.
• A gathering of Israeli soldiers in the town of Rashaf was targeted with a rocket barrage.
• A gathering of Israeli soldiers in the courtyard of the Branit barracks was targeted with a suicide drone.
• A gathering of Israeli soldiers in the courtyard of the Marj site was targeted with a suicide drone.
• A gathering of Israeli soldiers at Khiam detention center was targeted with a rocket barrage.

IRGC:

• The Revolutionary Guard has no connection to the attacks reported in recent hours.
• Iranian armed forces take responsibility for any operations they carry out, with full transparency and clarity.
• If the reports circulating in the media are accurate, Israel is likely behind these attacks.
• No attacks have been carried out toward Gulf countries in recent hours.

Hezbollah Escalates Attacks on Israeli Positions

HEZBOLLAH:

• An Israeli military gathering at the Marj site courtyard was targeted with a suicide drone.
• A gathering of Israeli soldiers at Khiam detention center was targeted with a rocket barrage.
• For the fourth time, Israeli troop concentrations in the town of Taybeh were targeted.

Sirens and Explosions Reported across Israel

ISRAELI MEDIA:

• Sirens sounded in the Western Galilee amid fears of drone infiltration.
• A strong explosion was reported in central Israel following rocket fire from Lebanon.
• Explosions were heard across central areas.
• Air raid sirens sounded across wide areas in central and southern Israel after a rocket barrage.
• Sirens were also activated in central Israel.
• Long-range rockets were detected heading from Lebanon toward the Ashdod coast.

ISRAELI MEDIA: Flight operations at Ben Gurion Airport were disrupted following rocket fire from Lebanon.

Israeli Strikes Continue in Gaza and Southern Lebanon

AL-MAYADEEN:

• Israeli artillery shelling targeted eastern Gaza City.
• An Israeli airstrike targeted the outskirts of Babbliyeh in the Sidon district of southern Lebanon.

Iran Signals Strategic Shift in Hormuz

IRGC NAVY: The management of the Strait of Hormuz has entered a new phase over the past two days, acknowledged by both allies and adversaries.

Rail Link Restored in Iran

AL-MAYADEEN: The railway line between Tehran and Mashhad has been restored via the Bahram–Ray route.

Human Rights Watch Calls for Arms Ban on Israel

HUMAN RIGHTS WATCH:

• Arms transfers to Israel must be banned.
• The destruction of bridges risks isolating tens of thousands from food and healthcare.
• More than 300 people were killed in the April 8 attack, which also destroyed key bridges to the south.

Gaza Authorities Reject Aid Claims

GAZA GOVERNMENT MEDIA OFFICE: Claims by Nikolay Mladenov regarding the entry of 600 aid trucks into Gaza are false.

IRNA: Iranian Foreign Relations Council chief Kamal Kharrazi has died from injuries sustained in an airstrike during the war.

Iran Denies Any Missile Launches during Ceasefire

FARS (IRGC): Iranian forces have not launched any missiles at any country during the ceasefire so far.

Iran Denies Arrival of Negotiating Team in Islamabad

FARS (IRANIAN SOURCE):

• Reports that the Iranian negotiating team has arrived in Islamabad are false.
• Iran informed Pakistan that it does not intend to attend peace talks before a ceasefire in Lebanon.

WALL STREET JOURNAL: Sources said an Iranian delegation led by Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi and Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf arrived in Islamabad on Thursday evening to begin talks with Washington.

🚨🇮🇷 IRNA:

Iranian Foreign Relations Council chief Kamal Kharrazi has died from injuries sustained in an airstrike during the war, according to official reports. pic.twitter.com/Mu1GMq2jrQ

— The Palestine Chronicle (@PalestineChron) April 9, 2026

Hezbollah Targets Two Israeli Positions

HEZBOLLAH: Two Israeli military gatherings were targeted in the areas of Site 17 and Tahrir Triangle near Bint Jbeil in southern Lebanon.

Sirens Sound across Western Galilee

ISRAELI HOME FRONT COMMAND: Sirens sounded in several towns in the Western Galilee after the detection of a drone infiltration and rocket fire.

Trump Warns Iran over Hormuz Transit Fees

TRUMP:

• Iran would be better off not imposing fees on oil tankers crossing the Strait of Hormuz.
• If it is doing so, it must stop immediately.
• Iran will never possess a nuclear weapon.
• Oil flows will resume soon, with or without Iran’s help.

Starmer and Trump Discuss Hormuz Plan

UK GOVERNMENT: Keir Starmer discussed with Donald Trump a plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

Israeli Airstrikes Continue in South Lebanon

AL-JAZEERA: Two Israeli airstrikes targeted the town of Majdal Selm in southern Lebanon.

Mojtaba Khamenei declares Iran victorious after war and vowed to avenge all martyrs, urging regional alignment while warning Gulf states and defending control over Hormuz.

‘Like the Sun from Khorasan’: Mojtaba Khamenei Vows to Avenge Father, All Martyrs

Massacres and negotiations converge as Beirut aligns with Israel’s strategy to isolate Hezbollah and undermine Iran’s regional position.

The Lebanon Conspiracy: Massacres, Negotiations, and a New Order