The situation in the south remains unchanged, with ongoing tension, shelling, and threats. In a recent development, Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant has vowed to continue targeting Hezbollah until the residents of the north are restored.
While there are no new updates in the political landscape, Metropolitan Elias Audi of Beirut and its surroundings for the Greek Orthodox Church stated in today’s sermon that "the Church does not seek to impose its authority on the state but to urge the temporal authorities to act according to divine will, which calls for love, justice, peace, and good governance."
Meanwhile, Samir Geagea, leader of the Lebanese Forces Party, made several statements on internal matters in his speech after the "Lebanese Resistance Martyrs" memorial mass. Regarding the presidential file, Geagea said, "The road to the Baabda Palace does not pass through Haret Hreik, and entry to the Baabda Palace does not come through the Ain al-Tineh gate."
Regarding the negotiations on a Gaza ceasefire and prisoner exchange, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu noted that "Israel agreed to a hostage release deal with full support from the United States, but Hamas refused."
While the shelling and fighting in Gaza continue, there is significant tension within Israel, with reports indicating that Ben Gurion Airport will be completely shut down in response to a strike scheduled for tomorrow.
Following recent developments, the White House announced that U.S. National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan will hold a remote meeting with the families of American hostages in Gaza.
In Iran, an investigative committee confirmed that the late President Ebrahim Raisi's helicopter was not subjected to an attack.
Amidst Middle East tensions, the Russian Foreign Ministry announced that it will make adjustments to its nuclear doctrine.
Economically, Algeria has announced its accession to the "BRICS" development bank.