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New high-resolution satellite images show entire neighborhoods, cemeteries, and farmland in southern Gaza razed or turned into Israeli military bases. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has ordered the army to expand control to 70% of the territory, as humanitarian conditions deteriorate.
Israel ordered the mandatory evacuation of all residents south of the Zahrani River in southern Lebanon, expanding its ground incursion as it moves toward the city of Nabatieh. The Israeli military also captured the strategic Beaufort Castle, a hilltop fortress near Nabatieh. The operation has triggered a humanitarian crisis, with Israeli forces controlling one-fifth of Lebanese territory.
President Donald Trump says he is “not in a hurry” to reach a deal with Iran, as the Israeli military captures a strategic fortress in southern Lebanon for the deepest incursion in 26 years. Iran warns of escalation, shoots down a U.S. drone, and unveils a new naval attack vessel.
Two Lebanese soldiers were wounded in a series of Israeli drone strikes along the border, adding to recent escalations between Israel and Hezbollah. The Lebanese army confirmed the attacks near Kafr Kila and Wadi al-Hujeir, while Israel has not commented. Lebanon condemned the strikes as a violation of international law and called on the UN to intervene.
For the first time since 2006, Israeli forces have crossed the Litani River in southern Lebanon and advanced to the outskirts of Nabatieh, a major economic and cultural center. The incursion continues despite ongoing peace talks, with Israel issuing evacuation orders for at least 10 villages and expanding its air campaign.
Iran shot down an Israeli Orbiter reconnaissance drone that violated its southern airspace. The drone was downed by the Mersad air defense system, with no casualties or damage. Iran accused Israel of provocation amid rising bilateral tensions.
The United Nations has added Israel and Russia to its blacklist of parties suspected of committing conflict-related sexual violence. The UN report documents nearly 10,000 such cases worldwide last year, double the previous year. Israel has condemned the listing and announced it will cut ties with the UN secretary-general.
At least five people were killed in Israeli airstrikes on southern Lebanon, as military delegations from both countries prepare for security talks at the Pentagon. The attacks came despite a U.S.-mediated ceasefire extended in May, and as aid groups warn of a worsening humanitarian crisis.
Despite a ceasefire, Israel has expanded its territorial control in Gaza, establishing military outposts and restricting aid, raising fears of annexation and ethnic cleansing. Analysts describe Israel's actions as illegal annexation, while the U.S. has failed to enforce its conditions, shifting focus elsewhere.
