Israel Defense Forces Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir said the military is prepared to immediately resume intense combat against Iran while continuing operations against Hezbollah in the north. He approved further combat plans and stressed protecting northern communities.

Israel is preparing for the possibility that a United States-Iran agreement could limit its offensive against Hezbollah in Lebanon. Officials say they intend to maintain military pressure and territorial control despite potential ceasefire terms.

Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem urged Lebanon to abandon direct talks with Israel ahead of upcoming discussions in Washington. He said the negotiations benefit only Israel and warned authorities against supporting them.

Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem said disarming the group would amount to 'annihilation' ahead of planned talks between Lebanon and Israel. He rejected calls for the state to hold a monopoly on weapons.

Israel’s military chief approved continued operations against Hezbollah and said forces are ready to resume intense fighting with Iran if needed. His comments come amid reported progress toward a possible peace agreement involving the United States and Iran.

Indians cut overseas travel spending to $1.09 billion in March amid higher oil prices and a weaker rupee. Travel remained the largest share of outward remittances, even as overall foreign travel outflows declined.

Jordan and Venezuela signed multiple agreements during a landmark visit by Venezuela's foreign minister to Amman. The two countries pledged to expand cooperation across economic and political sectors while supporting regional stability efforts.

Morocco's Royal Air Maroc is suspending several African and European routes due to rising jet fuel prices and weak demand. The move follows increased global fuel costs linked to tensions in the Middle East.

A Belfast activist deported after joining a Gaza aid flotilla has returned home, describing the mission as exhausting and worrying. The interception and detention of activists sparked international criticism.

A proposed United States-Iran agreement after weeks of conflict has triggered bipartisan criticism in Washington. Lawmakers warn that Tehran may have emerged strategically stronger despite military pressure, raising concerns about the long-term consequences for regional stability.

President Donald Trump is reportedly narrowing his Iran strategy to reopening the Strait of Hormuz and preventing economic disruption. A tentative agreement under discussion may involve sanctions relief and renewed nuclear talks, though key details remain disputed.

Trump shared an artificial intelligence generated image warning Iran as ceasefire talks appear to advance. Both sides signal progress, but Iranian officials warn of harsh retaliation if conflict resumes.