Kensington Gardens has been closed after a group claimed it launched drones carrying hazardous materials toward the Israeli embassy. Police said the embassy was not attacked and investigations are ongoing.

Tzipi Hotovely is expected to be appointed head of the National Public Diplomacy Directorate after the role sat vacant for two years. Her nomination comes as Israel faces ongoing conflicts and heightened international criticism.

Israel's defense minister said the ceasefire with Hezbollah is only temporary and that troops will remain in captured areas of Lebanon. He pledged to complete the mission to dismantle Hezbollah's weapons, by force if required.

A wolf that escaped from a South Korean zoo was captured after nine days on the run. The animal was found in stable condition as officials review safety measures following the widely followed search.

Felicity Kendal has reflected on life after the death of her partner Michael Rudman as she prepares to star in *High Society*. The actress says she has no wish to find a new relationship and feels grateful for her long career as she nears 80.

Meghan Markle attended a high-priced women's retreat in Sydney, where guests paid up to £1,700 to meet her. The appearance came during her final day in Australia with Prince Harry, which also included meetings with terror attack survivors and a sailing event promoting Invictus Australia.

A federal panel advanced early designs for President Trump's proposed 250-foot triumphal arch in Washington. The project has sparked lawsuits and widespread criticism over its scale and symbolism.

Lebanon's 10-day cease-fire with Israel offers temporary relief but leaves major disputes unresolved. Disarmament of Hezbollah and Israel's continued military presence in southern Lebanon pose significant obstacles to lasting peace.

Thousands of Lebanese civilians returned home as a 10-day ceasefire with Israel took effect. The truce, brokered under pressure from President Donald Trump, is seen as a potential step toward a broader regional agreement.

Six weeks into the war with Iran, the United States and Israel face mounting military and economic consequences. Tehran has proven more resilient than expected, disrupting global energy supplies and raising fears of a wider recession.

Europe faces potential flight cancellations and long airport queues as jet fuel shortages loom within weeks. Officials warn the summer holiday season could be disrupted by higher fares, border delays and possible supply gaps.

Researcher Pinchas Cohen has discovered hidden peptides with major medical potential and given them playful Yiddish-inspired names. He cautions that despite online hype and regulatory debates, these powerful compounds require careful clinical testing and oversight.