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UN probes torture claims against poet in Lebanon

The United Nations has launched an urgent investigation into the alleged torture of Egyptian-Turkish poet Galal El-Behairy during his detention in Lebanon, raising serious human rights concerns.

UN peacekeepers escape Israeli drone strike in Lebanon

A UN peacekeeping patrol in southern Lebanon had a miraculous escape after an Israeli drone dropped a explosive device just metres from their vehicles, raising serious concerns about the safety of international forces in the region.

Hezbollah threatens Cyprus, escalating Israel-Lebanon conflict

Hezbollah's leader issues a stark warning to Cyprus, accusing it of aiding Israeli military operations. The threat escalates tensions as EU leaders convene to discuss Lebanon and potential sanctions, raising fears of a wider regional war.

40+ Killed in Gaza, 5 in Lebanon in Israeli Strikes

Israeli airstrikes have killed at least 40 people in Gaza and five in Lebanon, marking a severe escalation in regional tensions. The strikes, which hit a school and residential areas, come amidst stalled ceasefire negotiations.

Student freed after 903 days in Hezbollah captivity

Elkana Harel, a graduate student, has been released after nearly two and a half years as a Hezbollah hostage in Lebanon. His emotional return to Israel marks the end of a protracted diplomatic ordeal.

UN Peacekeeper Killed in Lebanon-Israel Border Clash

A United Nations peacekeeper from Ireland has been killed in a confrontation along the volatile Lebanon-Israel border, raising fears of a broader regional conflict. The incident has drawn international condemnation and calls for restraint.

UN orders major withdrawal from Lebanon peacekeeping mission

The UN Security Council votes to drastically cut its UNIFIL peacekeeping force in Lebanon by two-thirds, slashing troop numbers from 15,000 to 5,000. This historic retreat follows intense pressure from Israel and the US, raising fears of escalating violen

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