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Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich claims the ICC prosecutor has requested a secret arrest warrant against him. He vowed to retaliate by ordering the evacuation of the Palestinian village of Khan al-Ahmar. The ICC has not confirmed the request, and the prosecutor's office declined to comment, citing confidentiality.
Israel is ramping up its response to Hezbollah's fiber-optic and FPV drone attacks, with the IDF establishing a factory to produce drones and Prime Minister Netanyahu allocating NIS 2 billion for solutions. The threat has caused casualties and prompted urgent meetings between the defense-tech community and military officials.
Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam met Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa in Damascus for the second time since the fall of Bashar al-Assad, discussing security, transport, infrastructure, and the release of Syrian detainees. The talks mark a shift in relations as both countries navigate Israeli attacks and the changing regional balance.
US President Donald Trump announced he is delaying a planned military attack on Iran scheduled for Tuesday, citing requests from Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE to allow more time for negotiations. Trump said he has instructed the military to be prepared for a large-scale assault if an acceptable deal is not reached.
Pakistan has delivered a revised peace proposal from Iran to the United States, aiming to end the conflict in West Asia. Talks remain stalled with both sides citing major differences, while President Trump has warned of urgency and reportedly held off on a planned strike.
Russian media report that the US and Israel are preparing new strikes against Iran, while Washington awaits Tehran's response to a proposal aimed at ending the conflict. Separate reports cover delays in Russia-Ukraine talks, potential extensions of oil waivers, and warnings of symmetric strikes over the Zaporozhye Nuclear Power Plant.
Iran's Supreme National Security Council has formally announced the creation of the Persian Gulf Strait Authority (PGSA) to manage the strategic waterway, a move that has drawn international attention amid ongoing tensions. The authority is set to regulate vessel passage, with provisions for tolls and specialized services, while the US has added it to sanctions lists.
The Federal Court in Melbourne has started hearing pianist Jayson Gillham's discrimination case against the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra over the cancellation of a concert after he dedicated a piece to journalists killed in Gaza. The trial is set for three weeks, with the orchestra expected to call about 20 witnesses. The case centers on freedom of expression and political belief in the workplace.
Israeli air attacks on southern and eastern Lebanon have killed at least eight people, according to Lebanese officials, days after a US-brokered ceasefire extension was agreed. The strikes, which drew condemnation from Hezbollah and raised tensions, come as the truce—first signed in April—continues to be violated. Lebanon's Health Ministry reports more than 2,800 deaths since March.
US President Donald Trump has warned Iran that time is running out for a deal, saying 'there won't be anything left' if Tehran does not act fast. Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson stated that Tehran sees no need to respond to Trump's social media threats, focusing instead on national interests.
The White House announced China will buy at least $17 billion in US agricultural goods annually through 2028, adding to earlier soybean commitments. Analysts note the figure largely reflects prior deals, while farmers remain cautiously optimistic. The agreement includes restoring market access for US beef and poultry.
A drone strike near the UAE's Barakah nuclear power plant caused a fire but no radiation leak or injuries, authorities said. The UAE's foreign ministry called the incident a 'dangerous escalation' without naming a culprit, as speculation points to Iran amid stalled ceasefire negotiations.
Yasser Abbas, son of Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas, has been elected to Fatah's Central Committee, a move that fuels succession speculation. Critics question his ability to unify Palestinians, while the party faces internal and external pressures.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel has nearly completed its goal of eliminating those who orchestrated the October 7 attacks. The statement followed the killing of Hamas armed wing commander Ezzedine al-Haddad in an Israeli airstrike. Multiple outlets report that Israel has killed several Hamas leaders during the war, and Netanyahu reiterated Israeli control over 60% of Gaza.
A security source told Israeli public broadcaster Kan that even occupying southern Lebanon would not eliminate Hezbollah's explosive drones or rockets, and that a political breakthrough is needed. The IDF has struggled against FPV drones, despite deploying new countermeasures and pilot programs.
Israel launched airstrikes on southern Lebanon on Saturday, killing six people including three paramedics, despite a 45-day extension of a ceasefire agreed a day earlier. The strikes triggered new displacement and raised fears of a return to full-scale war, while Hezbollah claimed attacks on Israeli troops and diplomatic efforts remain fragile.
Hezbollah has escalated drone warfare against Israel, using small FPV drones and fiber-optic technology to evade defenses. The Israeli military struggles to counter these attacks, with reports of casualties and strategic threats.
Israeli and Lebanese delegations are meeting for a third round of direct talks in Washington, DC, aimed at securing a durable ceasefire. However, Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon have continued, killing at least seven people, while deep divisions remain over the negotiations, including Hezbollah's opposition to direct talks.
During their Beijing summit, US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping agreed the Strait of Hormuz should remain open to ensure global energy supplies, with Xi offering to help broker an end to the Iran conflict. China's foreign minister reiterated Beijing's call for a ceasefire and early reopening of the strategic waterway, as Iran urged BRICS nations to condemn US-Israeli actions.
As Palestinians mark Nakba Day, Representative Rashida Tlaib has reintroduced a resolution in the US House calling for official recognition of the ongoing Nakba. The bill, which has over 100 endorsing organizations, would also resume UNRWA aid and restrict US weapons to Israel.