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While Trump continues to claim victory, only 15% of Americans believe his objectives regarding Iran have been met. An additional 25% think these goals will be achieved later. Approximately 40% state that he has not achieved them, will not achieve them, or that the goals are unclear. Only 38% support the strikes, with many considering the objectives to be unclear or in flux. (Source: Politico)

Trump stated: "I ended 8 wars, and if we add Iran and Lebanon, that will be 10 wars ended."

Trump: The U.S.A. will get all Nuclear “Dust,” created by our great B2 Bombers. No money will exchange hands. This deal is not subject to Lebanon, but the USA will separately work with Lebanon and deal with the Hezbollah situation. Israel will not be bombing Lebanon any longer — they are prohibited by the U.S.A. Enough is enough.

Turkish President Erdogan: While maintaining our goal of full membership in the European Union, we expect the Union to overcome its direction crisis and remain faithfully committed to the vision of its founding leaders.

President Erdoğan of Türkiye stated: Türkiye is an inseparable part of Europe. The shared challenges we face today have once again demonstrated the strategic value of our partnership with Europe.

Occupied Palestine: Al Mayadeen correspondent: Two martyrs in the occupation aviation aggression on a gathering of civilians in the city of Beit Lahia, north of the Gaza Strip.

Russia launched 659 drones and 44 missiles at Ukraine in 24 hours, the Ukrainian army announced on Thursday, with the latest death toll at least 16. Russia should not benefit from "any lifting of international sanctions," stated Volodymyr Zelensky.

Occupied Palestine: Al Mayadeen correspondent: 4 citizens were injured as a result of the occupation vehicles firing on Salah al-Din Street in the central Gaza Strip.

Occupied Palestine: Al Mayadeen correspondent: Two martyrs as a result of an Israeli drone strike near a school in Beit Lahia, north of the Gaza Strip.

The American enemy announced: Trump said during a dinner with the King and Queen of the Netherlands at the White House that he "wants to end the war in Iran quickly" and that in order to bring Iran back to the negotiating table, pressure on it must be increased.

Al Jazeera correspondent: Israeli artillery shelling inside areas controlled by the occupation forces east of Khan Younis city

"Enough!" Trump Stuns Zionist Supporters by Scolding Israel Over Lebanon. Trump shocked his Zionist allies on Friday, declaring he had "barred" Israel from bombing Lebanon after the ceasefire. "Enough is enough!", he further rebuked Israel. Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu said he accepted the truce at the "request" of his "friend" Trump. READ MORE

The U.S. Treasury Department has imposed sanctions on networks recruiting Colombian mercenaries to fight for the UAE-backed Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in Sudan. These actions are fueling conflict and famine in a volatile region. Washington has also urged a three-month truce with no conditions.

A source told Tasnim that Iran was prepared to strike Israel at 20:00 last night if a Lebanon ceasefire wasn’t implemented, but held off after Trump announced a ceasefire.

Trump says Iran agreed to suspend its nuclear program indefinitely, and will not receive any frozen funds from the U.S.

The Failing New York Times, FAKE NEWS CNN, and others, just don’t know what to do. They are desperately looking for a reason to criticize President Donald J. Trump on the Iran situation, but just can’t find it. Why don’t they just say, at the right time, JOB WELL DONE, MR. PRESIDENT, and start to gain back their credibility???

Trump: Now that the Hormuz Strait situation is over, I received a call from NATO asking if we would need some help. I told them to stay away, unless they just want to load up their ships with oil. They were useless when needed, a Paper Tiger!

Trump to Israel: Israel will not be bombing Lebanon any longer. They are prohibited by the U.S.A. Enough is enough.

The Strait of Hormuz is completely open and ready for business and full passage, but the naval blockade will remain in full force and effect as it pertains to Iran only, until our transaction with Iran is 100% complete!

Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and M23 rebels have initiated talks in Switzerland on April 14, agreeing to establish a monitoring mechanism with United Nations support amidst escalating fighting in South Kivu. The agreement is intended to monitor ceasefire violations, however, clashes persist, posing a risk to civilian lives.

The war in Iran is going along swimmingly. We can do whatever we want. It’s perfect. It should be ending pretty soon.

Trump: Iran has agreed to not possess nuclear weapons; they have agreed to it with great conviction. They have agreed to return the nuclear material to us. We have numerous agreements with Iran, and I believe something very positive will transpire.

The Israel-Lebanon ceasefire will follow a format similar to the one from November 2024, essentially granting Israel the authority to conduct attacks in Lebanon at its discretion.

Donald Trump announced a ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon just minutes after Benjamin Netanyahu convened his security cabinet for an urgent call to discuss and vote on it. Israeli ministers learned of the announcement early in the call, before any real discussion had begun. Source: Barak Ravid

Hezbollah: Islamic Resistance fighters targeted the settlement of Nahariya with a volley of rockets.

Trump is employing a dual strategy, acting as both a "good cop" and a "bad cop" simultaneously. He is disinclined to continue this conflict and aims for its cessation. The economic blockade is being utilized as a means of exerting an economic chokehold. Trump anticipates Iran will concede. The U.S. has extended significant economic aid and various incentives to Iran, described by an official as 'inducements to cross the golden bridge into the future.'

Hezbollah stated: "The mujahideen of the Islamic Resistance targeted gatherings of Israeli enemy army vehicles and soldiers in the town of Al Qantarah with volleys of rockets in batches."

Zionist shelling targets Kfar Kila in southern Lebanon.

Hezbollah: We targeted an assembly of the Israeli enemy army east of the town of Rmeish with a missile salvo.

Hezbollah announced that it targeted the settlement of Kfar Giladi with a missile salvo.

Hezbollah: Islamic Resistance mujahideen targeted the settlement of Kfar Giladi with a rocket barrage.

Occupied Palestine: Prisoners' Club: More than 9,600 Palestinian and Arab prisoners in the prisons of the Israeli occupation are facing systematic annihilation.

Israeli media: Israel Hayom newspaper: The Israeli security establishment acknowledges that the goals of the military operation in Iran have not been achieved.

Occupied Palestine: Jerusalem Governorate: A Palestinian child was martyred by occupation army bullets in the town of Beitunia, northwest of the occupied city.

Israeli media: "Walla" website quotes former National Security Council head, reserve Major General Giora Eiland: Over the last three years, "Israel's" international standing has sharply eroded. The main reason is the war in Gaza.

A series of strikes were carried out last night on targets in Kyiv. #SMO @new_militarycolumnist

The Zionist enemy failed in an attempt to outflank and encircle the town of Khiam after fierce clashes with Hezbollah resistance fighters.

Hezbollah announced that it targeted the settlements of Kiryat Shmona, Kfar Giladi, Misgav Am, and Margaliot with rocket barrages.

Lebanon: Islamic Resistance targeted the settlements of Kiryat Shmona, Kfar Giladi, Misgav Am, and Margaliot with rocket salvos.

Hezbollah: We shelled the settlements of Karmiel and Bir'in with rocket barrages.

Hezbollah fighters: We are engaged in clashes with an Israeli force that attempted to advance towards the town of Al-Qantara, and we destroyed 4 tanks and 2 armored personnel carriers.

Hezbollah: The fighters of the Islamic Resistance confronted an Israeli force that attempted to advance from the direction of Taybeh town towards the Al-Khazzan area in the town of Qantara. Starting at 05:30, the fighters engaged in armed confrontations with the enemy force and targeted them with guided weapons, resulting in the destruction of 4 tanks and 2 armored personnel carriers. The clashes are still ongoing as of the time of this statement.

Hezbollah attacks again in northern occupied Palestine.

The Israeli occupation army threatens the residents of Lebanon (south of the Litani River).

New York Times on Senator Bernie Sanders: Gaza and Iran were not enough for Netanyahu, and he is now waging all-out war on Lebanon

Hezbollah: We targeted the logistical base of the Israeli army's 146th Division east of the city of Nahariya with drones.

During a private dinner at the White House, President Trump informed the Dutch King and Queen of his desire to swiftly end the Iran conflict, stating that the sole method to compel Tehran back to negotiations is to "increase the pressure."

Israeli Foreign Minister: Removing Hezbollah's threat to Israel's security and Lebanon's sovereignty will pave the way for peace and normalization.

Occupied Palestine: Al Mayadeen correspondent in Gaza: The Israeli occupation artillery targets the northeastern side of Al-Bureij camp in the central Gaza Strip.

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Students Abducted in Armed Bus Ambush in Nigeria, Benue State Nigeria: Gunmen abducted students from a bus in Benue state Friday, officials said, as kidnappings surge nationwide. Data shows Nigeria's bandit violence is a worsening security crisis targeting civilians & students. READ MORE

Trump: We will get the nuclear dust with excavators from Iran and will take it back home to the USA.

Trump stated that a deal would "make Israel safe" and that "Israel is going to come out great." Concurrently, he is advocating for an end to Israeli strikes in Lebanon, asserting, "Israel has to stop. They can't continue to blow buildings up. I am not gonna allow it."

The U.S. and Iran have made progress on a three-page agreement aimed at ending the war.

Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz: The IDF holds and will continue to hold all the areas it has cleared and captured. The ground maneuver into Lebanon and the strikes against Hezbollah throughout Lebanon have achieved many accomplishments, but they are not yet complete.

Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa stated: "Syria has saved the region from the expansion of some regional countries. They were using Syria as a platform for launching attacks or destabilizing the region. The weapon was loose in Syria, and we started the process of controlling this weapon in a very large way."

Trump: We had to take a short trip to Iran. I did not want to do that, but we had to because we cannot allow them to possess a nuclear weapon.

U.S. Department of State: Israel shall preserve its right to take all necessary measures in self-defense, at any time, against planned, imminent, or ongoing attacks. Lebanon will take meaningful steps to prevent Hezbollah fighters (Lebanon/Palestine) and other non-state armed groups in the territory of Lebanon from carrying out any attacks against Israeli targets.

Prime Minister Netanyahu stated: "I spoke with Donald Trump. He is determined to continue the naval blockade and to dismantle Iran’s remaining nuclear capabilities. He believes he can remove this threat once and for all."

Reporter: Iran is going to execute four more protesters, including the first woman protester. What do you tell Iran? Trump: Tell that to the Pope.

Reporter: What is your reaction to Russia's overnight attack on Kyiv? Trump: I think it's terrible.

Trump: The Pope has to understand: Iran cannot have a nuclear weapon.

Hegseth attacks the press again: I sat there in church, and I thought: our press are just like these Pharisees. Not all of you. Not all of you. But the legacy Trump-hating press—you’re politically motivated animus for President Trump nearly completely blinds you from the brilliance of our American warriors.

United Kingdom: The Independent's editorial board: Trump is dismayed by the British reaction to his failed war in Iran, and this man cannot be trusted.

NATO's Rutte: Winning is now a distant dream for Putin. He is understanding that his economy is in a bad shape.

Lebanon: Islamic Resistance: We targeted a gathering of Israeli enemy army vehicles and soldiers in the Jnayjal heights in the town of Al-Qantarah with a rocket salvo.

Hezbollah: The mujahideen of the Islamic Resistance targeted the newly established enemy artillery positions between the towns of Adaysah and Rabb Thalathayn with volleys of rockets.

Israeli media: The Israeli government does not want to finance the displacement of "Kiryat Shmona residents" so as not to give an image of victory to Hezbollah.

Lebanon: The Islamic Resistance targeted gatherings of Israeli Army vehicles and soldiers in the town of Qantara with missile volleys in stages.

Israeli media: Rocket falls in the vicinity of Nahariya

BREAKING: The U.S. appears to have ended its military presence in Syria with the last convoy leaving the Qasrak base in the northeast. Control of the area is now shifting to Syrian forces. This effectively ends the U.S. ground presence that began in 2014.

Israeli media: Government approves a $334 million plan to strengthen settlements in the Golan Heights

Israeli Home Front: Sirens in locations east of the coastal city of Nahariya following rocket launches from Lebanon

Lebanon: Al Mayadeen correspondent: A rocket salvo was launched from southern Lebanon, and sirens sounded in a number of settlements in the Upper Galilee.

Lebanon: Al Mayadeen correspondent: The occupation aircraft attacked the city of Nabatieh and its suburbs and villages in southern Lebanon with incendiary belts.

Lebanon: Al Mayadeen correspondent: A series of Israeli occupation raids targeted the town of Kfar Rumman in the Nabatieh district.

Al Jazeera correspondent: Israeli artillery shelling on the town of Deir Qanoun Ras al-Ain in southern Lebanon

Hezbollah: Scenes from the operation targeting the Kiryat Shmona barracks in occupied Palestine with a swarm of kamikaze drones by the Islamic Resistance.

US President Donald Trump announced that the "leaders" of Israel and Lebanon would speak on Thursday, which would be a first, but the two warring countries have not confirmed.

Israeli Army: Our forces destroyed about 70 Hezbollah structures in Bint Jbeil, southern Lebanon, in one minute.

Lebanon: National News Agency: The occupation's aircraft attacked the towns of Kfar, Haris, and Toul in the south of the country.

The Arab League: We strongly condemn the terrorist attacks against prisoner Marwan Barghouti in the occupation prisons.

Hezbollah: We shelled the Israeli artillery position in Kfar Giladi with a rocket barrage.

Occupied Palestine: Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas: We strongly condemn the repression, abuse, and brutal attacks to which our brave prisoners in the occupation's jails are subjected.

Occupied Palestine: Palestinian Ministry of Education: Approximately 350 students are held in occupation prisons under harsh detention conditions.

Other scenes of the withdrawal of US occupation forces from Syria towards Jordan

Al Jazeera correspondent: Israeli artillery shelling targeted the vicinity of the towns of Al-Burj Al-Shamal, Ain Baal, and Eita Al-Shaab, and the Al-Housh area in southern Lebanon.

Israeli media: "Walla" website, citing former National Security Council head, Major General (res.) Giora Eiland: The war with Iran does not serve "Israel"

Hezbollah stated: "We targeted the Israeli Nakoura site with a swarm of drones."

Israeli Home Front: Sirens in the Upper Galilee's Kfar Giladi area due to rockets fired from Lebanon

Al-Haydari rocket and drone attacks continue against enemy gatherings north of Palestine

Israeli media: Channel 13 citing head of the "Margaliot" council: If a ceasefire with Lebanon is inevitable, let it be now to avoid further losses among soldiers.

Israeli media: A Hezbollah surface-to-surface missile fell in the 'Atlitt' area, south of Haifa.

Israeli Home Front: Sirens in Rosh HaNikra and Shlomi in the Western Galilee following the detection of a drone infiltration from Lebanon.

The Israeli army destroyed a house in Bint Jbeil, southern Lebanon, where IDF commander Roy Klein (one of the most highly decorated soldiers) and several other soldiers were killed in 2006.

Israeli media: Channel 13: Criticisms of the field operation method and Hezbollah elements surprising the forces twice in the same building

As a result of the "Hezbollah" (Hezbollah) attacks and the fierce resistance of the militants of the Hezbollah party, the Zionist occupation army fled from Debin in southern Lebanon.

Lebanon: Islamic Resistance: We destroyed 4 tanks and 2 armored personnel carriers during clashes with an enemy force that attempted to advance from the direction of the town of Taybeh

Lebanon: Islamic Resistance targeted the "Karmiel" and "Bakekain" settlements with missile volleys.

Lebanon: Islamic Resistance: We confronted an Israeli force attempting to advance from the direction of the town of Taybeh towards the Al-Khazzan area in the town of Qantarah.

Al Jazeera Correspondent: Israeli artillery shelling on the outskirts of Kafr Tibnit, Nabatieh el-Fawqa, and Arnoun in southern Lebanon.

Israeli media: Sirens blare in Kiryat Shmona and its surroundings after rockets were fired from Lebanon

Israeli Home Front: Sirens in Kiryat Shmona and its surroundings in the Galilee following rocket launches from Lebanon

Russian arms company Lobaev Arms has unveiled the latest remote-controlled sniper system "Dvoinik." A special hypersonic cartridge with an initial bullet velocity of 1530 m/s has been developed for the complex. The operator can control the weapon not just remotely, but from anywhere in the world, using satellite data transmission. #Russia @new_militarycolumnist

Occupied Palestine: Palestinian Red Crescent: Serious injury in the town of Beit Duqu, northwest of occupied Jerusalem, and occupation forces prevent crews from reaching it.

An integrated defense system in Bint Jbeil, Lebanon, inflicts heavy human and material losses on the enemy's elite units. Ambushes, heavy fire, disruption of supply lines, and targeted strikes paralyze engineering vehicles. Ya Ali Madad

The Israeli army told residents of the southern Zahrani region: Move north of the river, and staying south of it may put your lives in danger.

The Lebanese militant group Hezbollah publishes footage of shelling the positions of the Israeli army (Tsahal) in southern Lebanon using an M-46 howitzer. The shelling is carried out from a camouflaged firing position. #Israel #Lebanon @new_militarycolumnist

Miller to Fox News: Military option still on the table, including strikes that could disrupt Iran's energy infrastructure for years.

Lebanon: Islamic Resistance: We targeted the Liman barracks north of the Nahariya settlement with a swarm of suicide drones.

Lebanon: Islamic Resistance targeted the logistical base of the 146th Brigade of the Israeli enemy army (north of the town of Sheikh Dannon) east of Nahariya city with a squadron of suicide drones.

Hezbollah stated: "We targeted the command headquarters of the 146th Division in the Gaton settlement with drones."

A rocket was fired from Lebanon toward occupied Tel Aviv without the sound of air raid sirens.

Rocket launched from Lebanon towards occupied Tel Aviv

Lebanon: Islamic Resistance: We targeted the headquarters of the 146th Division in the Ja'atun settlement with a squadron of suicide drones.

Al Jazeera correspondent: Israeli artillery shelling targets the vicinity of Nabatieh city in southern Lebanon.

Israeli media: Sirens blare in Shlomi and Liman in the Western Galilee due to fears of drone infiltration.

NBC reported, citing a US official: Washington wants Hezbollah and Israel to stop fighting, but has not called for a ceasefire.

Bloomberg, citing a source: The United States and Iran are considering extending the ceasefire for two weeks to allow time for negotiations on a peace agreement. 🔵 Free Syria News Network Breaking Service || Subscribe to the Telegram channel👇 https://t.me/ALMHARAR

Israeli media: The security cabinet meeting concluded without a decision on a ceasefire in Lebanon

Hezbollah stated: "We shelled gatherings of the enemy Israeli forces in Al-Bayyadah, in the vicinity of Bint Jbeil, and near Hamamase Hill, south of Khiyam."

A booby-trapped drone targeted a headquarters of Iranian terrorist opposition in the city of Zarqwez, Sulaymaniyah.

Hezbollah stated: "We targeted with rockets the newly established enemy artillery positions in Jabal Al-Bait in the town of Aitaroun in southern Lebanon."

🔴Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf: The completion and consolidation of a comprehensive ceasefire in Lebanon will be the result of the steadfastness, struggle, and heroism of the dear Hezbollah and the unity of the axis of resistance. The United States must adhere to the agreement. The resistance and Iran are one entity, whether in war or in a ceasefire. America must retract from Israel's first mistake.

A large-scale operation to evacuate wounded Israeli soldiers is underway in southern Lebanon at this moment following a clash between the IDF and Hezbollah. #Israel #Lebanon @new_militarycolumnist

Hezbollah: We shelled Israeli enemy gatherings around the city of Bint Jbeil in southern Lebanon with rockets and artillery shells.

Al Jazeera correspondent: Israeli artillery shelling on the area of Arid Dbin in southern Lebanon

Axios: US Official: President Trump will welcome a cessation of hostilities as part of an agreement between Israel and Lebanon.

Al Jazeera correspondent: Two rocket volleys were launched from southern Lebanon towards the Upper Galilee.

Occupied Palestine: The Israeli army announces that 5 soldiers from the 890th Paratrooper Battalion were injured, one seriously, by rocket fire in southern Lebanon.

Qatar's Amiri Diwan: The Amir of Qatar received a call from President Trump, during which they discussed de-escalation and ensuring the stability of energy markets.

Lebanon: Islamic Resistance targeted gatherings of Israeli enemy vehicles and soldiers around the Musa Abbas complex in the city of Bint Jbeil with large missile volleys.

Lebanon: Islamic Resistance targeted gatherings of enemy Israeli army vehicles and soldiers east of Bint Jbeil city with missile salvos and artillery shells.

Israeli Army Radio: Five soldiers were injured in the Bint Jbeil area of southern Lebanon.

Israeli Army: 5 soldiers injured, one seriously, due to a missile being fired at them in southern Lebanon.

United States of America: US Treasury Secretary: Washington will not extend the easing of sanctions on Russian oil

Israeli media: "Channel 12": Dozens of soldiers were injured as a result of Hezbollah drone raids, and the "army" realizes that dealing with them is a complex matter.

Israeli media: "Channel 12": Since the resumption of "fighting" in Lebanon, the "army" has faced a complex challenge that threatens the forces, which is the explosive drones.

Netanyahu: We are conducting negotiations, the first in more than 40 years with Lebanon, and their goal is to disarm Hezbollah and establish lasting peace.

Netanyahu: With the possibility of resuming fighting with Iran, we are ready for any scenario

Netanyahu: Our forces continue to strike Hezbollah; we are about to overwhelm Bint Jbeil.

Netanyahu: We continue to strike Hezbollah and we will decide the battle in Bint Jbeil

US Central Command: Our forces are positioned and on high alert to intervene against any ships seeking to breach the blockade of Iran's ports.

Israeli media: "Channel 14": Criticisms within the security and military establishment regarding the policy of forces' operations in southern Lebanon amidst escalating combat costs

Yedioth Ahronoth: The Israeli army demands full military freedom of action to remove threats in the areas north of the Litani.

US authorities are launching an investigation into "suspiciously successful" oil deals made prior to Trump's social media posts and policy changes by the administration related to Iran. #USA @new_militarycolumnist

White House: President Xi assured Trump that they are not supplying Iran with weapons throughout this conflict.

U.S. Treasury Secretary: We announced the "economic rage" operation on Iran and have been practicing a policy of maximum pressure on it for more than a year.

Israeli Channel 12: Three rockets launched towards Kiryat Shmona in Upper Galilee were intercepted.

Türkiye will host talks this week on regional security cooperation with Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and possibly Egypt. The meeting, involving foreign ministers including Hakan Fidan, will take place during the Antalya Diplomacy Forum.

There are growing signs that talks between the United States and Iran might finally be heading toward a deal, with Pakistan acting as a go-between. Pakistani officials believe they've made real progress, shuttling messages back and forth and trying to bridge gaps that caused earlier negotiations in Islamabad to fail.

The Pentagon is asking companies like General Motors and Ford Motor to help boost U.S. weapons production as conflicts strain military supplies. Officials are exploring whether manufacturers can shift some factory capacity to produce munitions and equipment, similar to WWII-era industry mobilization. Source: WSJ

German Chancellor Merz stated: "Iran must end its nuclear program. It must stop attacking Israel and the Gulf states. And it must reopen the Strait of Hormuz reliably, permanently, and without any form of payment."

BIG: The U.S. Government (2021-2025) and Iran are in talks over a possible deal in which Washington would release about $20 billion in frozen Iranian funds in exchange for Iran giving up its enriched uranium stockpile. Negotiations have made progress but key disagreements remain, including how the uranium would be handled and how long Iran would pause its nuclear program. Source: Axios

U.S. intelligence indicates that China contemplated providing Iran with advanced radar systems early in its conflict with the U.S. and Israel. These systems could enhance Iran's capacity to detect drones and missiles. It remains unclear whether any transfer occurred.

Tucker Carlson: What is Donald Trump's religion? It's not Christianity, clearly. It's Israelism. It's the defense of Israel.

Iranian Parliament Speaker: We are working in the negotiations to force the enemy to a permanent ceasefire in all conflict zones.

Hezbollah: We targeted an Israeli army gathering in the Junaigil Heights in the town of Qantara in southern Lebanon with rockets.

US military forces are finally leaving Syria. #Syria @new_militarycolumnist

Israeli media: Around 11,000 "Kiryat Shmona residents" requested displacement, but more than half of them had their requests rejected due to budget shortages.

Türkiye has announced its intention to increase the number of its commando brigades. The new brigades will be structured differently from existing ones, designed to better match current threats and modern operational concepts. Earlier reports speculated on targets such as the addition of 15 new brigades.

The European Commission declined to comment on the Russian Ministry of Defense's publication of a list of exact addresses of European companies supplying drones to Ukraine for strikes against the Russian Federation. ✔ Subscribe to TASS / World in Max

China: Ministry of Foreign Affairs: We support Iran's sovereignty, security, and legal rights in the Strait of Hormuz and urge respect and protection for them, while opening a crucial window for peace.

The head of the French Foreign Ministry, Barro, believes that Hezbollah must hand over its weapons to the Lebanese authorities. He believes that this will make it possible to resolve the decades-long conflict between Israel and Lebanon. ✔ Subscribe to TASS / World in Max

Lebanon: Al Mayadeen correspondent in the South: Occupation warplanes targeted the outskirts of the towns of Kafr Hatta and Kafr Malkhi in the Ikleem Al-Toffah region.

Lebanon: Islamic Resistance: We targeted the settlement of 'Kfar Giladi' with a missile volley.

Lebanon: Al Mayadeen correspondent in the South: An enemy raid by the occupation targeted the city of Nabatieh.

Lebanon: Islamic Resistance: This morning, we targeted a gathering of enemy army vehicles and soldiers in Hammas Hill, south of the city of Khiam, with a volley of rockets.

Nineveh Governorate, opening of three new mass graves in the right bank of Mosul, dating back to martyrs of the crimes of ISIS terrorist elements in 2015.

Three new mass graves, dating back to the atrocities committed by Daesh terrorist group elements in 2015, were opened on the right side of Mosul.

Lebanon: Al Mayadeen correspondent: Martyrs and wounded in an aggression by the occupation aircraft on the town of Qasimiya in southern Lebanon.

Brazilian President Lula: Donald Trump has no right to wake up in the morning and threaten a country.

Israeli media: "Walla" website citing former "National Security Council" head, Major General (Res.) Giora Eiland: "Israel's" eroded standing in the world is evident today in the United States.

US military forces have been completely withdrawn from the base in Syria's Al-Hasakah, after which the facility was destroyed. #Syria

Lebanon: Islamic Resistance: We targeted the Ras Naqoura site with a swarm of suicide drones.

US media reports: Gulf states, including Iraq, are considering the establishment of an alternative oil pipeline network to bypass the Strait of Hormuz.

Israel Hayom, citing Israeli and American sources: The next meeting between Israel and Lebanon is likely to be held in Washington next week.

Pakistani Foreign Ministry: Continuous communications to ensure the continuation of talks between Washington and Tehran. Pakistani Foreign Ministry: We condemn the Israeli attacks on Lebanon as they constitute violations of international law.

Israeli Home Front: Sirens in Misgav Am and Margaliot in the Upper Galilee following rocket fire from Lebanon

Hezbollah launches another attack north of occupied Palestine (Kiryat Shmona and its surroundings).

A Pakistani security source told Al Jazeera: The Army Chief of Staff is heading to the United States tomorrow as part of mediation efforts between Washington and Tehran.

Israeli media: Sirens wail in Karmiel and its surroundings in the Galilee after rockets were launched from Lebanon

Lebanon: The Islamic Resistance targeted a communications radar at the "Katsavya" barracks in the occupied Syrian Golan yesterday, Wednesday, with a barrage of rockets.

Hezbollah stated: "We targeted a Merkava tank with a guided missile on the northeastern outskirts of the city of Bint Jbeil and achieved a confirmed hit."

Lebanon: Islamic Resistance: We targeted a Merkava tank on the northeastern outskirts of the city of Bint Jbeil with a guided missile and achieved a confirmed hit.

Hezbollah is engaged in fierce clashes against the Zionist occupation forces in the town of Dibbin, southern Lebanon.

Israeli Home Front: Sirens sounded in several towns in Western Galilee after drone infiltration was detected.

NBC citing a U.S. official: Washington's focus is on building trust between the governments of Israel and Lebanon to pave the way for a peace agreement.

Lebanon: Al Mayadeen correspondent: An Israeli occupation aircraft carried out an attack on the town of Hebbariyeh.

BREAKING NEWS US Treasury Secretary Scott Benson: We are committed to a ceasefire with Iran, and the war is nearing its end. Oil flow will return to normal one week after the opening of the #StraitOfHormuz. My Middle Eastern counterparts informed me that oil will be shipped immediately after the opening of the #StraitOfHormuz. #America has requested the freezing of the assets of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and the Iranian leadership. 🔵 Syria Free News Network Breaking Service || Subscribe to our Telegram channel 👇 https://t.me/ALMHARAR

Lebanon: Islamic Resistance: We targeted gatherings of Israeli occupation army vehicles and soldiers in Tallet Al Hamames, south of the town of Khiam, with large rocket salvos.

Iran’s Ghalibaf: The completion and consolidation of a comprehensive ceasefire in Lebanon will be the result of the resistance and steadfast struggle of the great Hezbollah and the unity of the Axis of Resistance. The United States must comply with the agreement. Resistance and Iran are one soul, both in war and in ceasefire. America should withdraw from the “Israel First” mistake.

Hezbollah: We attacked the Israeli enemy's artillery battery in Zaoura with kamikaze drones.

Iran: Rezaei: Trump resorted to the option of blockade after a series of defeats, and it is nothing more than psychological warfare and will not affect our positions in the negotiations.

US State Department Deputy Spokesperson: Sanctions on two Iranian networks for oil smuggling and financing Hezbollah.

Enemy media: Helicopter evacuation of a number of Israeli army wounded in southern Lebanon.

The Qatari Amiri Diwan stated that the Emir of Qatar affirmed to President Trump Qatar's role as a reliable partner in supporting the stability of global energy markets.

Lebanon: The Islamic Resistance: Our operation comes in defense of Lebanon and its people, and in response to the enemy's violation of the ceasefire agreement and its aggressions against South Lebanon.

Lebanon: Islamic Resistance: We targeted two Merkava tanks in the vicinity of the square of Mays al-Jabal town with two kamikaze drones and achieved direct hits.

Israeli enemy army radio: 5 fighters from the 890th Paratrooper Battalion were injured in the Bint Jbeil area by a missile fired by Hezbollah, among the wounded is a soldier in serious condition.

China is pressuring Spain to push back against new EU measures designed to strengthen European companies. During a meeting in Beijing, Xi Jinping warned Pedro Sánchez that the EU is becoming too protectionist, which could hurt trade and political ties. Source: Bloomberg

The U.S. has quietly warned some European allies to expect delays in weapons deliveries because the Iran war is draining U.S. stockpiles. The Pentagon is prioritizing its own needs and ongoing operations.

The Qatari Amiri Diwan: The Emir of Qatar and the Prime Minister of Pakistan affirmed the necessity of strengthening international coordination to ensure the region's security.

Iran: Assistant Commander of the Iranian Army: Our production volume of suicide drones has increased tenfold in the 7 months following the 12-day war.

Reuters, citing the British Foreign Secretary: Any proposal to impose fees on passage through the Strait of Hormuz undermines our global economic security.

The U.S. announced on Wednesday that it is discussing holding a second session of negotiations with Iran, expressing optimism about the chances of reaching an agreement, following Iran's threat to block Red Sea traffic in response to the U.S. blockade of its ports.

Reuters: Chinese Foreign Ministry: The Foreign Minister stressed the necessity of respecting and protecting Iran's sovereignty and security in the Strait of Hormuz.

ABC, citing U.S. officials: A direct meeting between Tehran and Washington is likely to be held before the ceasefire expires.

Iran: Ministry of Foreign Affairs: Araghchi expressed to his Chinese counterpart his appreciation for the responsible decision made by China and Russia in opposing the Security Council resolution.

Russia plans to deploy nuclear weapons into Earth orbit capable of disabling up to 80% of all satellites in space if detonated. The head of the U.S. Space Command noted that this could cripple global military intelligence, communications, internet, mobile phone services, and GPS. /The Times/ #Russia #Space @new_militarycolumnist

Iran: "Tasnim" reports that although European countries have offered to host Iranian-US negotiations, the next round, if held, will take place in Islamabad.

Russian Defense Ministry’s statement must be taken literally: the list of European facilities which make drones & other equipment is a list of potential targets for the Russian armed forces. When strikes become a reality depends on what comes next. Sleep well, European partners!

U.S. Treasury Secretary: We informed countries buying Iranian oil of our readiness to impose secondary sanctions

Israel has appointed Micheal Lotum as its first ambassador to Somaliland, a breakaway region not recognized by any other country, deepening controversial ties after becoming the first state to acknowledge its independence months ago with plans for a military base in the Horn of Africa.

Spain purchased a record volume of gas from Russia in the first month of the conflict around Iran, writes El País. Experts attributed this trend to problems in the Strait of Hormuz. Many companies and countries importing gas from this region are seeking alternatives, and the conflict has forced a number of suppliers to reduce exports due to attacks on energy infrastructure. ✔ Subscribe to TASS / World in Max

Israeli Army Radio: About 5 rockets were fired from Lebanon towards the Western Galilee, and some of them were intercepted.

The Lebanese Army evacuates the checkpoint on the Qasimiya sea bridge after receiving a threat from the Israeli Army to bomb it.

Withdrawal of US occupation forces from the Qasrak base in occupied Al-Hasakah, Syria, to Jordan, and the detonation of their positions.

Syria: Syrian Observatory: The last convoy of the International Coalition forces exited Qasrk base shortly before its handover to the Eastern Region Command of the Syrian Army.

🔴 Expediency Discernment Council Member Mohsen Rezaei: We will not relinquish the Strait of Hormuz until our rights are fully restored.

The US quietly extended a short-term waiver allowing Russian oil that had already been shipped to be sold until May 16. This move reverses earlier signals that the waiver would not be renewed.

Iranian official to Reuters: No agreement has been reached on the details of the nuclear issues.

An Iranian military official stated that military vessels are not permitted to transit the Strait of Hormuz. (Source: State TV)

🔴 Emmanuel Macron is at the Cité internationale de la langue française in Villers-Cotterêts (Aisne) this Thursday to promote "disconnection" and "reading" as alternatives to screens, as part of his fight to ban social media for the youngest. › Open on X | Open YouTube

Iranian Parliament Speaker: A ceasefire in Lebanon is as important as a ceasefire in Iran

More than 650 Lufthansa flights in Germany were canceled due to a strike, the DPA agency reported. Initially, it was planned that the pilots would end their action on Wednesday, but amid unsuccessful negotiations between the union and management, the strike was extended until April 17. ✔ Subscribe to TASS / World in Max

The Commander-in-Chief of the Pakistan Army met with the Speaker of the Iranian Parliament, reported the Iranian state television and radio company. Earlier, Al Jazeera channel reported that Munir, as part of mediation efforts to resolve the US-Iranian conflict and organize a new round of negotiations, would head to the US after the end of his visit to Tehran.

Tasnim News Agency (Iran): Iranian Parliament Speaker met with the Pakistani Army Chief of Staff today during his visit to Tehran.

Israeli media: Member of the Israeli Security Cabinet to "Army Radio": Netanyahu will hold talks with the Lebanese President

The United States, in conjunction with NATO allies, conducted secret military exercises codenamed Apollo Insight. The exercises simulated the consequences of a nuclear explosion in space that could disable satellites. According to the exercise scenario, the explosion in space was carried out by Russia. #USA @new_militarycolumnist

Pakistani Foreign Ministry: Lebanon remains part of the ongoing ceasefire, and peace there is essential for peace talks.

Head of the Judiciary of the Islamic Republic of Iran They have said many times that they destroyed the navy, the missile force, and vital centers in Iran, but you see today that the initiative is in the hands of our strong military forces. Today, the management and control of the Strait of Hormuz are in the hands of our armed forces, and confronting this aggressive and wicked enemy is in Iran's hands. Iran has not retreated an inch from its demands.

A Pakistani security source told Al Jazeera: "The Army Chief will head to Washington tomorrow after returning from a visit to Iran as part of mediation efforts."

Miller to Fox News: Washington seeks peace and stability, but at the same time does not accept Tehran possessing nuclear weapons.

CBS, citing the US Naval Institute: Gerald R. Ford records longest aircraft carrier deployment since Vietnam War

Saudi Arabia: SPA: The Saudi Crown Prince and the Pakistani Prime Minister emphasized the importance of continuing diplomatic efforts aimed at restoring stability to the region.

SPA: Saudi Crown Prince and Pakistan's Prime Minister emphasized the importance of diplomatic solutions to de-escalate tensions and restore stability.

Wall Street Journal, citing sources: Pentagon officials discussed weapons and military supplies production with companies including General Motors.

ABC, citing US officials: Optimistic about another direct meeting between the American and Iranian sides soon.

Iran: Foreign Ministry: Wang Yi praised the resilience of the Iranian people during the war, emphasizing Beijing's readiness to help advance diplomacy.

Israeli media: The Pentagon is secretly updating contingency plans in preparation for a potential military operation in Cuba

Qatar's Amiri Diwan: The US President affirmed his country's keenness to coordinate with the State of Qatar on energy security and market stability.

Lebanon: International Law Expert Lina Al-Tebbal: Washington Has No Choice But To Return To Negotiations And Accept A Ceasefire

Iran: Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi: Our commitment to a peaceful and stable environment in the region remains strong and shared.

Iranian statement: Despite European countries offering to host the Iranian-American negotiations, the next round, if held, will be in Islamabad.

Iran: "Tasnim": If Iran decides to continue the negotiations, the venue for the next round, as of this moment, is the Pakistani capital, Islamabad.

The White House: We support freedom of navigation, but not when it comes to any tanker or ship that would benefit Iran's economy.

White House: Upcoming negotiations with Iran will likely be in Islamabad, and it is the sole mediator.

MarineTraffic states that the cruise ship Celestyal Discovery is the first passenger vessel to transit the Strait of Hormuz since the conflict began.

Senior Iranian military official on the opening of Strait of Hormuz: Only non-military vessels can transit, through designated routes and with IRGC Navy approval. Civilian ships must follow routes set by Iran’s Ports and Maritime Organization.

Senator Graham: I do not trust the Lebanese military to disarm Hezbollah. The commander of the Lebanese military—I think his name is Haykal—I don’t trust, as far as I can throw him. He needs to be replaced before there’s a credible plan to disarm Hezbollah. No peace deal in Lebanon until there’s a credible pathway to disarm Hezbollah.

Netanyahu on Lebanon: We remain in Lebanon in a reinforced security zone—we are not leaving. This is a security belt that stretches from the sea to Mount Dov and the approaches to Mount Hermon, up to the Syrian border—a ten-kilometer-wide zone that is much stronger, more continuous, and more solid than before.

Syria states it has gained control over all former U.S. military bases within its territory.

Associated Press, citing the Director of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA): We are facing the greatest energy crisis ever due to the war and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.

Lebanese Parliament Speaker: During the call between Berri and Qalibaf, it was emphasized that the ceasefire must include Lebanon

Al Mayadeen correspondent in Lebanon: The occupation aircraft attacked a motorcycle on the Deir az-Zahrani - Kafra road in southern Lebanon.

Israeli media: Channel "13" quotes the head of the "Margaliot" council: "The continuation of fighting at this stage in Lebanon is starting to lose its effectiveness."

South Korean airlines will sharply increase fuel surcharges in May, Yonhap reports. The country operates a 33-tier system, which changes based on government recommendations and oil market prices. In May, the fuel surcharge will rise to its maximum level, which has not been seen since 2016 when the system was introduced.

The spokesperson for the Iranian Army stated: "In the event of a ground invasion of the country, no aggressor should be left alive."

Lebanon: Islamic Resistance: Clashes are still ongoing at this moment

Lebanon: Islamic Resistance: Our Mujahideen engaged in armed clashes with the enemy forces starting at 5:30 AM, targeting them with guided weapons, which resulted in the destruction of 4 tanks and 2 armored personnel carriers.

Israeli Home Front: Air raid sirens sounded in the town of Kfar Yuval and several areas in the Upper Galilee.

Drone attacks targeted the headquarters of the terrorist destruction party (PAK Party) in Erbil Governorate.

Enemy announcement regarding Zionist officials: The mini-cabinet meeting concluded without a decision on a ceasefire in Lebanon.

Axios correspondent citing Israeli officials: The mini-cabinet meeting concluded without a decision on a ceasefire in Lebanon.

Iran: Qalibaf: Resistance and Iran are one entity, whether in war or in ceasefire

Qalibaf: Resistance and Iran are one entity in war and ceasefire, and America must retract from Israel's first mistake.

Iran: Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf stated, "The establishment and consolidation of a ceasefire in Lebanon is the result of the resilience and struggle of Hezbollah and the unity of the axis of resistance."

Qalibaf: Completing the ceasefire in Lebanon will depend on the steadfastness of Hezbollah and the unity of the axis of resistance, and Washington must adhere to the agreement.

Iran: Rezaei: American failure stems from their misunderstanding of global transformations, Trump's political mismanagement, and the "war minister's" military ignorance.

Israeli media: Two injured evacuated from southern Lebanon

Strategic Affairs Expert Mohammad Marandi: Iran has achieved a great victory, and the United States has fallen into a predicament.

Israeli Home Front: Sirens sound in Ghajar, Upper Galilee

US Treasury Secretary: We are acting forcefully and decisively to target the Iranian regime's elites, similar to the Shamkhani family.

The White House: Our forces support freedom of navigation for ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz en route to and from non-Iranian ports.

US Treasury Secretary: We will not renew the license that allows the sale of Russian oil and Iranian oil.