April 17, 2026 — Israel, Lebanon agree to 10-day truce. The agreement does not call for a withdrawal of Israeli ground forces from Lebanon and says that the initial ceasefire may be extended “as Lebanon effectively demonstrates its ability to assert its sovereignty.”

April 16, 2026 — Trump: Israel, Lebanon agreed to 10-day ceasefire starting at midnight. IDF to maintain positions in southern Lebanon during truce, Israeli official tells ‘Post’ • Trump invites Netanyahu, Aoun for historic White House talks after separate phone calls

April 16, 2026 — Hamas plans to use Iran, Lebanon negotiations to avoid disarmament, gain control of Gaza’s BoP. A source from the security establishment warned that Hamas is taking advantage of Israel’s focus on the Hezbollah situation and the US focus on the Iranian front to buy time.

April 16, 2026 — Intelligence capabilities fuel America’s game-changing naval blockade. The United States Navy’s maritime cordon targets Iran’s economic lifelines while relying on advanced intelligence, surveillance and interception systems.

April 15, 2026 — Hezbollah terrorists caught off guard as IDF troops encircle enemy in Bint Jbeil. Dozens of Hezbollah terrorists, including members of the Radwan force, trapped after failing to detect quiet Israeli advance in southern Lebanon, with some killed trying to flee and others left fighting in desperate urban battle

April 15, 2026 — ‘We’re on the same side’: Israel, Lebanon envoys conclude historic peace talks. Israel and Lebanon’s ambassadors met in Washington to discuss disarming Hezbollah and achieving peace, with the US mediating talks to ensure Israel’s long-term security.

April 15, 2026 — US destroyer interdicts two oil tankers attempting to leave Iran, official says. The tankers were blocked amid US President Donald Trump’s blockade of Iranian ports, which aims to pressure Iran to end its closure of the Strait of Hormuz.

April 14, 2026 — Hezbollah’s shifting reality: From ‘resistance’ icon to Iranian puppet under pressure. Lebanon is at a potential turning point, but without decisive action by Beirut the cycle of ceasefire, rearmament and war will continue, experts tell JNS.

April 14, 2026 — US, Iran said to eye return to Islamabad talks. Islamabad was in contact with both sides about timing and had received a positive response from Tehran about a second round, according to Pakistani officials.

April 14, 2026 — Chinese tanker crosses Strait of Hormuz despite US blockade on Iranian-linked shipping. Ships not bound for Iran continue transiting strait; sanctioned tankers among traffic as China warns blockade is dangerous and risks escalating tensions, while US says measure follows failed talks with Tehran

April 13, 2026 — Harsh Hormuz hangover: has Iran bitten off more than it can chew? Analysis: Iran’s short-term success in blocking the Strait of Hormuz may ultimately backfire, as global powers accelerate energy alternatives that could erode the waterway’s strategic importance within years and weaken Tehran’s leverage long term

April 13, 2026 — Israel prepares for US blockade, warns of risk of Iran surprise attack. Netanyahu says Iran breached ceasefire terms by not reopening the strait, backing US action and stressing close coordination with Washington on stopping enrichment and countering threats