IDF Chief of Staff: Operations in Lebanon continue, and the ceasefire with Iran remains temporary. “The IDF continues to fight here in Lebanon… removing the direct threat to communities.” He added: “With Iran, we’re in a ceasefire, but we can return to fighting at any moment.” Israel has made clear that operations against Hezbollah are ongoing and not covered by the Iran ceasefire.

For the first time since the start of the war, an early warning siren was activated in the center following a missile launch from Lebanon. The launch was intercepted; there were no casualties.

IDF: We struck approximately 10 launchers that fired toward northern Israel in recent hours.

The U.S. and Iran are set to hold cease-fire talks in Pakistan amid ongoing tensions and competing demands. Vice President JD Vance will lead the U.S. delegation in Islamabad, with discussions expected to focus on Iran’s nuclear program, ballistic missiles, and control of the Strait of Hormuz. Iran is pushing for a permanent end to hostilities while maintaining its nuclear enrichment and regional influence, including demands tied to Hezbollah. The talks come despite continued military activity in the region and growing doubts over the durability of the current cease-fire.

Trump in a post on TruthSocial: There are reports that Iran is charging fees from tankers that pass through the Strait of Hormuz. They should not do this, and if they do, they should stop now.

Vice President Vance has landed in Pakistan ahead of talks with the Chairman of the Iranian Parliament.

Coast Guard seizes $34M cocaine shipment off Ecuador The U.S. Coast Guard intercepted a suspected narco-terrorist vessel in the Eastern Pacific off the coast of Manta, Ecuador, recovering more than 4,500 pounds of cocaine valued at about $34 million. The crew was observed dumping contraband overboard before a boarding team and air unit located and recovered the cargo.

Khawaja Asif, Pakistan's Defense Minister, posted an antisemitic tweet—and deleted it: "Israel is evil and a curse on humanity. I hope and pray that the people who created this cancerous country on Palestinian land in order to get rid of the European Jews burn in hell."

Condemnations in Israel following the statement by the Pakistani Defense Minister, who said that "Israel is an evil and a curse to humanity" and called it a "cancerous state." PM Netanyahu: A statement that cannot be accepted from any government, especially not from one that claims to be a neutral mediator.

Tali Guili, mother of the abducted Hatzal (space) Ran, was chosen to light a torch on Independence Day: "It's terribly exciting. It's a ceremony we grew up on. I hope this flame of fire will unite us."

Lebanese sources: The government must conduct negotiations with Israel even under fire.

Keir Starmer: “Israeli airstrikes against Lebanon are 'wrong' and should not be happening.”

Hezbollah commander Hezbollah Hajj Abu Mustafa Sabouri confirmed killed in an Israeli strike in Beirut; his body has been identified. Third commander confirmed dead in the recent strike wave, with funeral set for today in Lebanon following the operation attributed to Israel.

Rep. Roy introduces bill to designate the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) as a Specially Designated Global Terrorist Organization, blocking its assets, prohibiting U.S. persons from interacting with the organization, and revoking it 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status. “CAIR is not some innocent 501(c)(3) organization—they facilitate terrorism while operating under the guise of a nonprofit."

While most of the world supports the ceasefire, the Iranian exiles are actually disappointed. They still hope the campaign will end with the fall of the terror regime.

First Lady of the United States Melania Trump attacked the claims in a statement at the White House that she had a relationship with the billionaire and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein: I was never his friend, I was not aware of his crimes.

Firing from Lebanon continues: A strike on an unprotected home in Misgav with Shebaa in the Finger of the Galilee.

For the first time ever, Israel's youth fencing team won a silver medal and was crowned world runner-up in the épée event. The competition took place in Rio de Janeiro.

The United States continues to move US Air Force C-17A aircraft to the Middle East from the United States and Europe, despite the possibility of reaching a peace agreement in Islamabad.

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister: The Iranian delegation will depart for peace negotiations in Islamabad. The U.S. must, based on its commitment, halt the Israeli attacks on Lebanon and Iran that occurred last night and were on the verge of a response due to the violation of the ceasefire; Pakistan intervened and conveyed messages indicating that the U.S. controls "Israel"

Lebanon’s MTV reports that during intense Israeli strikes in Beirut, several IRGC operatives were killed while directing Hezbollah operations.

Kuwaiti Foreign Ministry: Iran's and its proxies' attacks undermine the efforts to achieve a ceasefire.

Taiwanese security officials say China has surged nearly 100 naval and coast guard vessels across the East and South China Seas this week, well above the usual 50–60, calling the buildup “very rare” for this period. Other officials say the expanded presence may now be the “new normal.”

A massive fire has been reported at the Dos Bocas refinery in Tabasco, Mexico, with workers saying a tower at the coking plant is involved, and heavy smoke is rising.

Mustafa Marhat is accused of aiding the enemy during wartime and smuggling goods into Gaza, after conspiring with reserve officers to conceal products—primarily cartons of cigarettes—inside aid trucks. The smuggling operations yielded hundreds of thousands of shekels for those involved and contributed to bolstering Hamas's economic strength.

American sources to MTV Lebanon: Washington relayed urgent intelligence to officials at the Republican Palace, warning that Hezbollah is preparing a street mobilization that could target state institutions. (I believe this means potential execution as well) Iran still has serious leverage and control over Lebanon.

White House aides received an email last month instructing them not to place bets on prediction markets, CBS News reports, citing sources.

An Israeli citizen was arrested on suspicion of carrying out security missions for Iranian intelligence agents, including the production of an explosive substance intended to harm a senior figure In a joint operation of the International Department of Unit 433 and the General Security Service, Ami Geyderov, 22, a resident of Haifa, was arrested during March 2026 on suspicion of committing security offenses involving ties to Iranian intelligence agents and aiding the enemy during wartime, by executing security missions under their direction.