Israel-Lebanon Ceasefire Under Strain: A US-brokered conditional ceasefire was announced, but Hezbollah rejected the terms and demanded a full Israeli withdrawal, while Israel said it will keep operations in southern Lebanon—raising fresh uncertainty for regional diplomacy and markets. Iran Talks and Oil Jitters: US-Iran negotiations stayed fragile as Iran linked progress to Lebanon, while strikes around the region kept pressure on crude and safe-haven demand. Markets Watch Middle East Risk: European and Asian stocks slipped as investors took profits on AI after Broadcom’s weak outlook and turned defensive amid renewed Mideast tension; the yen also tested key levels. Lebanon Finance Probe: France charged HSBC’s Swiss unit in the Riad Salameh case, alleging money laundering and criminal conspiracy, with a €80m deposit ordered. Humanitarian Fallout: Palestinian refugees in Lebanon face renewed displacement and worsening living conditions as fighting intensifies. Aviation Demand Signal: EU officials said there’s no jet fuel shortage in Europe yet, though disruption risk remains if Hormuz stays closed. Local Business/Justice: A Lebanon County business owner pleaded guilty in a laundering case tied to illicit drug sales. Culture Note: Italian-Lebanese artists Ilaria and Vanessa Makhoul discussed their low-budget music video project inspired by Tarkovsky. Patriarch Hoayek Beatification: Lebanon’s founding father Patriarch Elias Hoayek is set for beatification on 25 July, with organizers framing it as a message of unity amid crisis.