Hezbollah leader signals openness to cease-fire with Israel under conditions
Hezbollah's new leader, Naim Kassem, stated the group could consider a cease-fire with Israel if "suitable conditions" are met. This marks a shift from previous positions, as Kassem emphasized ongoing resistance while remaining open to negotiations.
Israel has intensified its military actions, conducting strikes in Baalbeck, Lebanon, including near a UNESCO World Heritage site. The Israeli army issued evacuation warnings to residents in the area amid these attacks.
The UN Security Council expressed concern over Israel's recent ban on the UN agency for Palestinian refugees, UNRWA. The Council urged Israel to comply with international obligations regarding humanitarian assistance in Gaza and the West Bank.