Kuwaiti army says border sites attacked by two drones from Iraq Spokesman of the Kuwaiti Ministry of Defence, Colonel Saud Abdulaziz Al-Otaibi announced on X that two sites along Kuwait’s border region had been attacked by drones “originating from the Republic of Iraq. " The strikes resulted in material damage but no casualties, according to the statement. The Colonel added that authorities had started “taking the necessary measures to deal with the incident.
US mulls expelling Spain from Nato for failing to back war on Iran Submitted by Alex MacDonald on Fri, 04/24/2026 - 10:23 Leaked Pentagon email suggests range of measures including recognising Argentinian sovereignty over Falkland Islands US President Donald Trump at the White House on 23 April 2026 (Brendan Smialowski/AFP) Off The US has threatened to "punish" its Nato allies for their lack of support in the war on Iran , including ejecting Spain from the alliance. An internal Pentagon email seen by Reuters outlined a range of possible options for the US to inflict consequences on its allies. Among the other measures considered were recognising Argentina's claims over the Falkland Islands, which the South American country calls Las Malvinas, to punish the UK, and blocking "difficult" countries from important or prestigious positions within the alliance.
Israeli settlers cross into Syria and Lebanon calling for new settlements Submitted by Nadav Rapaport on Fri, 04/24/2026 - 11:16 Dozens briefly enter southern Syria and Lebanon, urging expansion of Israeli borders Israeli settlers crossed into Syria calling for the establishment of settlements (X) Off Groups of Israeli settlers crossed into Syria and Lebanon this week, calling for the establishment of settlements in areas currently occupied by the military. According to Israel’s Walla news site , around 40 activists from the Halutzei HaBashan movement crossed the Syrian border on Wednesday and entered the village of Hader in the Quneitra governorate. Some of the group reportedly barricaded themselves inside a building, tying themselves to it and urging the public to pressure Israeli ministers not to remove them from Syrian territory.
Israeli forces raid town near Nablus in occupied West Bank Israeli forces stormed the town of Beit Furik, east of Nablus in the occupied West Bank, Wafa news agency reported. According to the report, Israeli forces stormed and raided the town on Friday as part of nearly daily raids in the area. Ever since the onset of Israel’s genocidal war on Gaza, the Israeli military has escalated its raids and incursions on West Bank villages, leading to mass displacement and destruction of homes and infrastructure.
Israeli military destroys houses in Southern Lebanon The Israeli military has blown up houses in the town Khiam, in Southern Lebanon, according to Al Jazeera. Israeli attacks have persisted despite the announcement of a three-week extension of the ceasefire agreement in Lebanon.
Israeli forces attack displacement center and shoot child in Beit Lahia, Gaza Israeli forces attacked a displacement centre with live ammunition in Beit Lahia, Gaza, on Friday morning, according to Wafa news agency. Wafa reported that the Israeli military shot and wounded a child during the attack, while injuring several others with gunfire and shelling. Israeli forces also shelled neighbourhoods near Gaza City and Khan Younis, based on Wafa’s report.
Trump says Lebanon ceasefire extended as Israel continues strikes Submitted by MEE staff on Fri, 04/24/2026 - 08:26 US president announced three-week extension after Washington talks, but Israeli bombardment and fighting persist The remains of a home under construction is destroyed by the Israeli army in the southern Lebanese village of Beit Lif, in the Bint Jbeil district on 22 April 2026 (AFP/Kawnat Haju) Off United States President Donald Trump announced a three-week extension of the ceasefire in Lebanon , even as Israel continued bombing the country on Friday. Trump revealed the extension in a Truth Social post following a meeting at the White House with Israel’s ambassador to Washington, Yechiel Leiter, and Lebanon’s ambassador, Nada Moawad. The talks came after a day of Israeli strikes in Lebanon that killed seven people, including a journalist.
Morning update Good morning Middle East Eye readers, Israel launched new attacks on southern Lebanon just hours after US President Donald Trump announced a three-week extension of the ceasefire between Tel Aviv and Beirut. Some of the attacks included two strikes that targeted the town of Touline, while another hit Khirbet Selm. Artillery shelling was also reported on the outskirts of Touline.
US army developing plans to target Hormuz Strait if Iran truce deal shatters: Report US military officials are developing new plans to target the Strait of Hormuz in case the ceasefire with Iran fails, according to a CNN report. The options include strikes with a "particular focus on 'dynamic targeting' of Iran’s capabilities around the Strait of Hormuz, southern Arabian Gulf and Gulf of Oman", the report read. Washington could also consider Trump's previous threats to hit infrastructure targets, including energy facilities and military capabilities, the sources noted.
Latest Israeli strikes target southern Lebanese towns Touline, Khirbet Selm Israel launched new strikes on southern Lebanon just hours after US President Donald Trump announced a three-week extension of the ceasefire between Tel Aviv and Beirut. Two strikes targeted the town of Touline, while another hit Khirbet Selm. Artillery shelling was also reported on the outskirts of Touline.
Lebanese journalist recalls killing of colleague Amal Khalil Lebanese journalist Zeinab Faraj, from her hospital bed in southern Lebanon, recounted the moment an Israeli strike killed her colleague Amal Khalil. Lebanese journalist Zeinab Faraj, from her hospital bed in southern Lebanon, recounted the moment an Israeli strike killed her colleague Amal Khalil pic. twitter.
Israeli Ambassador to the US says Lebanon 'must recognise' Israeli presence Israeli Ambassador to the US, who heads his envoy in talks with Lebanon, said that Beirut "has not fulfilled its commitments to dismantle terrorist infrastructure". During the meeting with the Lebanese delegation at the White House that, Yechiel Leiter said that "we have no irreconcilable disputes with the sovereign state of Lebanon or with the Lebanese people," but added that they "must focus on the root of the problem - Hezbollah, and its murderous intentions toward Israel". "Lebanon has not fulfilled its commitments to dismantle terrorist infrastructure.
Ceasefire with Lebanon 'not 100 percent', Israel’s ambassador to the UN says Israel’s ambassador to the UN said that the ceasefire situation with Lebanon was "not 100 percent" following US President Donald Trump's announcement of a three-week extension. "Every time we see a threat, we take action," Danny Danon said in the televised interview, saying that Israeli forces have to "retaliate" against Hezbollah. Danon added that Israeli forces “have to retaliate” against Hezbollah sending rockets.
Report: Iran War 'drained' essential US ammunition supplies The war in Iran has significantly depleted a huge portion of the US military's global ammunition stockpile, according to a report published by The New York Times. This has forced the Pentagon to relocate military equipment in Asia and Europe commands in order to rush it to the Middle East. While White House officials have not estimated exact costs, two independent groups say the costs ranges between $28b to $35b or just under $1 billion a day.
Israeli army launches air strikes on southern Lebanon The Israeli army carried out air strikes on southern Lebanon, claiming that launchers used to fire the rockets were targeted. Shortly before, Hezbollah reportedly targeted northern Israel with rockets in response to Israeli attacks despite a ceasefire that came into effect last week, triggering sirens in Shtula. US President Donald Trump also announced a three-week extension to the truce after talks between Israeli and Lebanese delegations at the White House “went very well”.
Heavy weapons use in Iran war sparks concerns over US readiness in Taiwan: Report The US has fired so many munitions in its war on Iran that some officials are concerned it would not be able to fully execute its plan to defend Taiwan against a potential Chinese invasion in the near term, according to a report by The Wall Street Journal. The WSJ reported on Thursday that if China were to invade Taiwan, the US would suffer from a munitions gap “in the short term”, which could expose American soldiers to increased risk. The report said the US alone had fired 1,500 to 2,000 air defence missiles in Iran.
Hezbollah fires rockets, citing Israeli ceasefire violations Hezbollah says it has launched rockets towards northern Israel, describing the attack as a response to Israeli breaches of the ceasefire. "To defend Lebanon and its people, and in response to the violation of the ceasefire by the Israeli enemy and its attacks against the city of Yater, in southern Lebanon," Hezbollah "targeted the settlement of Shtula with a salvo of rockets", the group said The Israeli military said it detected and intercepted “several shots originating from Lebanon and penetrating into Israeli territory”. The exchange comes as Lebanese and Israeli representatives prepare for a second round of talks in Washington, underscoring the fragility of the ceasefire as tensions persist along the border.
Heavy weapons use in Iran war sparks concerns over US readiness in Taiwan: Report Submitted by MEE staff on Thu, 04/23/2026 - 20:37 If the US moved to defend Taiwan from a Chinese invasion, US soldiers could be exposed to greater risk due to munition shortages Chinese honour guard members from the People's Liberation Army shout as they march during a welcoming ceremony for Spain's King Felipe VI at the Great Hall of the People, in Beijing, China, on 12 November 2025 (Maxim Shemetov/Pool/AFP) Off The US has fired so many munitions in its war on Iran that some officials are concerned it would not be able to fully execute its plan to defend Taiwan against a potential Chinese invasion in the near term, according to a report by The Wall Street Journal. The WSJ reported on Thursday that if China were to invade Taiwan, the US would suffer from a munitions gap “in the short term”, which could expose American soldiers to increased risk. The report said the US alone had fired 1,500 to 2,000 air defence missiles in Iran.
Amal Khalil: The fearless journalist, killed by Israel, who embodied southern Lebanon Amal Khalil, the seasoned journalist, was born during a years-long Israeli occupation of southern Lebanon . She was killed there four decades later by invading Israeli forces. “Amal was present in every home.
US deploys third aircraft carrier to Middle East, Centcom says The US has sent a third aircraft carrier to the Mena region, in a further show of military force as tensions escalate. US Central Command said the USS George HW Bush has entered its area of responsibility, sharing an image of the carrier operating in the Indian Ocean. Two other carriers - the USS Abraham Lincoln and the USS Gerald R Ford - are already deployed in the region.
