Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has announced that Israel will continue its strikes against Hezbollah in Lebanon, despite mounting pressure from the U.S., France, and other international allies for an immediate 21-day ceasefire to de-escalate the conflict. Netanyahu's defiant stance comes as the conflict intensifies, with Israeli airstrikes targeting Beirut and southern Lebanon, killing over 600 people in recent days. The U.S. and its allies have urged both sides to agree to a temporary ceasefire to allow for negotiations and humanitarian relief, but Israeli officials remain committed to military action, citing the need to eliminate. . .
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Israel and Hezbollah Exchange Fire, Reportedly Killing a High-Ranking Commander
Israel and Hezbollah continue to exchange fire across the Lebanese border following the deadliest day in Lebanon in nearly two decades. Israeli airstrikes targeted Beirut on Tuesday, reportedly killing a high-ranking commander of the Iran-backed Hezbollah militant group, according to Israeli military officials.
The ongoing violence escalated dramatically on Monday when Lebanese officials reported that over 500 people were killed in Israeli airstrikes, including dozens of women and children. The strikes have devastated large parts of southern Lebanon, exacerbating fears of a wider regional conflict.
The conflict unfolds. . .
Security Tightens in New York for UN General Assembly, Road Closures and Protests Expected
Security is ramping up across Midtown Manhattan this week as world leaders gather for the United Nations General Assembly, which is expected to cause significant street closures and heightened congestion. Law enforcement agencies, including the NYPD, Secret Service, and other federal agencies, are coordinating to ensure the safety of attendees, which includes high-profile figures like President Joe Biden, who is scheduled to address the Assembly on Tuesday.
NYPD Chief Phil Rivera has warned drivers to prepare for traffic disruptions throughout the week, as multiple roads and lanes in the. . .
UN General Assembly Demands End to Israeli Presence in Palestinian Territory Within 12 Months
The United Nations General Assembly has adopted a resolution demanding that Israel ends what it describes as its "unlawful presence" in the occupied Palestinian territories within the next 12 months. The resolution, passed with significant international support, calls for Israel to withdraw from the Gaza Strip and the West Bank, territories that have been under Israeli control since the 1967 Six-Day War. The vote marks another chapter in the long-standing conflict between Israel and Palestine and highlights the global community’s growing pressure on Israel to address its occupation policies.