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Last update: 4 hours agoLebanon-Israel Talks Under Strain: Lebanon and Israel are set for fresh US-mediated talks in Washington as the latest ceasefire nears its end, but the day before negotiations brought fresh strikes—Lebanon’s health ministry says 22 people were killed, including eight children, in attacks across about 40 locations in the south and east. Ceasefire Reality Check: Despite the truce extension, AFP tallies based on Lebanese figures say hundreds have died during the “pause,” while Israel says it will keep targeting Hezbollah. Iran War Spillover: The wider Iran-US standoff is dominating diplomacy, with Trump heading to Beijing and US officials pressing China to play a bigger role—while Iran tightens its grip on the Strait of Hormuz, raising energy and shipping risks. UAE Denies Netanyahu Claim: The UAE rejected reports of a “secret” Netanyahu visit during the Iran war, underscoring how sensitive Gulf-Israel ties remain. Local Impact Angle: Separate coverage also flags Lebanon’s environmental losses in the 2023-2024 conflict, with a Lebanese report alleging “ecocide” in the south.
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