Israel has set a two to three week deadline for negotiations with Lebanon, warning it may expand military operations if no deal is reached. Officials say ongoing attacks and operational limits are undermining security and deterrence.

Seventeen migrants died and nine are missing after their boat drifted for days off eastern Libya. Authorities also announced new arrests and prison sentences in separate human trafficking cases.

Israel’s decision to meet Russia’s ambassador while delaying talks with the European Union has intensified a dispute with Ukraine over alleged shipments of stolen grain. Kyiv has threatened sanctions and linked the issue to future security cooperation, while Israel says it has not received sufficient evidence to act.

The Bank of England is expected to keep interest rates at 3.75 percent amid uncertainty caused by the Iran conflict. Inflation remains above target, while mortgage and savings rates continue to fluctuate.

Two brothers from the Republic of Congo were detained in Mississippi after a school transfer voided their student visas. Their arrest has unsettled their high school community as they face possible deportation.

Iranian soccer officials say they were turned back at Toronto's airport despite valid visas, causing them to miss a key international meeting. The incident underscores growing political and travel concerns ahead of the 2026 World Cup.

Major technology companies reported robust earnings fueled by cloud and artificial intelligence growth. However, massive planned infrastructure spending continues to weigh on investor sentiment.

Naftali Bennett vowed to fire officials he views as politically compromised if he returns as prime minister. In a wave of interviews, he urged opposition unity, criticized government policies on military enlistment, and ruled out relying on Arab-majority parties.

President Donald Trump said the United States is reviewing a possible reduction of troops in Germany amid tensions with Chancellor Friedrich Merz over Iran. Around 35,000 American service members are currently stationed there.

Disney is under fire for backing Jimmy Kimmel after controversial remarks about Melania Trump, despite previously cutting ties with conservative stars over their statements. The dispute has drawn political scrutiny and a federal review of the company’s broadcast licenses.

A 45-year-old British man born in Somalia has been arrested after a stabbing in Golders Green that injured two Jewish men. Police have declared the incident a terrorist attack and are investigating possible links to another case.

Pete Hegseth faced sharp criticism from Democrats over the cost and conduct of the Iran war during a tense House hearing. Lawmakers questioned military spending, civilian casualties and the administration's request for a major defence budget increase.