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Politics · Middle EastLebanon to attend US talks on ending Israeli attacks
Lebanon's military delegation will attend trilateral talks in Tampa, Florida, on October 20 to present demands for an end to Israeli attacks. The meeting, also involving a French delegation, aims to extend UNIFIL's mandate and ensure continued international presence in southern Lebanon.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastIsrael's Katz threatens Hezbollah with severe blow if it attacks
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz visited Lebanon and warned Hezbollah of a severe blow and territorial loss if it joins Iran in an attack. He also threatened to bombard Beirut's suburbs and displace over a million Shiites.
Middle East3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 61 · Hype 41![At least 20 injured in northern Israel explosion [Screengrab/Al Jazeera]](https://www.aljazeera.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Screenshot-2026-10-12-at-4.38.17-PM-1791812371.png?resize=1920%2C1440)
Conflict & Security · Middle EastExplosion injures students near Lebanon border
An explosion involving unexploded ordnance near Israel's northern border with Lebanon injured up to 20 people, including students and teachers on a field trip. One fatality was reported, and the incident is under investigation.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastLebanon seizes explosives-laden truck, PM vows investigation
Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam has pledged a full investigation into a truck carrying 780 kilograms of explosives, including TNT and C4, seized at a checkpoint. Two individuals detained in the truck have been referred to judicial authorities.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastUN Peacekeeping Chief Calls for Smooth Transition Before Lebanon Withdrawal
The head of UN peacekeepers in Lebanon stated that a smooth transition is critical before the force withdraws at the end of 2026. UNIFIL has monitored hostilities for nearly 50 years and has escorted humanitarian aid convoys. Lebanon is intensifying diplomatic efforts to maintain a UN presence.
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Politics · Middle EastDemocrat Gregory Meeks Holds Up $2.8 Billion Israel Arms Sale
US Representative Gregory Meeks has placed a hold on a $2.8 billion arms sale to Israel, citing concerns about the use of 40,000 bombs in densely populated areas. The Trump administration is planning the sale, which could be bypassed from normal congressional review.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastIsrael claims control of strategic hill in Lebanon amid ongoing clashes
Israel's military announced it had taken operational control of Ali Taher hill and tunnels beneath it on Thursday night. The area has seen frequent fighting since a ceasefire began over two months ago, despite mediation efforts by the United States.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastIran warns US of forceful response to Israeli attack on Lebanon ridge
Iran has warned the United States it will respond forcefully to an Israeli offensive on the Ali al-Taher ridge in southern Lebanon. Iranian military personnel are reportedly positioned alongside Hezbollah fighters on the ridge, which Hezbollah states it controls and will defend.
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