Middle East
Israeli Troops Capture Strategic Castle in Lebanon
Israeli forces have taken control of a crucial mountain with a Crusader-built castle in southern Lebanon, marking the farthest penetration into the country in over 25 years. On Sunday, the Israeli military reported the capture
U.S. Forces Enforce Naval Blockade with Missile Strike
The U.S. military fired a missile at a commercial vessel in the Gulf of Oman, according to a statement from Central Command. This action is part of ongoing efforts to uphold President Donald Trump’s naval
US Military Halts Merchant Vessel Amid Iran Port Blockade
The U.S. military has successfully stopped a merchant vessel from breaking through an American blockade on Iranian ports. A U.S. official, choosing to remain anonymous, provided this information to The Associated Press. The vessel, a
Tensions Persist Along Gaza’s ‘Yellow Line’ Despite Ceasefire
In Gaza, even after a ceasefire, old tensions remain. Israeli soldiers stationed at the ‘yellow line’ marking the divide between Israeli-controlled and Palestinian areas express concerns over ambiguous engagement rules. Since October, when the ceasefire
Israeli Forces Advance in Lebanon Amid Heightened Conflict
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that ground troops have pushed deeper into Lebanon, turning up the pressure in a conflict with Hezbollah that has worn down a monthlong cease-fire. During a visit to troops
Increasing Concerns Among Jewish Residents in New York
Jewish residents in New York are increasingly feeling targeted by antisemitic or anti-Israel actions. This sentiment is compounded for some by Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s policies to move the city away from Israel. In a recent
U.S. and Iran Negotiation Efforts
U.S. and Iran Negotiation Efforts On May 21, 2026, vessels anchored off the coast of Sharjah in the United Arab Emirates, a scene captured by AFP via Getty Images. Meanwhile, President Trump and administration officials
Empowerment Through Jiu Jitsu: A Refugee Camp’s Transformational Journey
In the Burj al-Barajneh refugee camp located in South Beirut, Palestinian girls are learning Brazilian jiu jitsu in a makeshift gym. This two-month martial arts course, led by coach Mirella Atallah, offers more than just
Potential Iran-U.S. Deal and Regional Diplomatic Efforts
Two regional officials have provided CBS News with details of an ongoing diplomatic effort between Iran and the U.S. The draft memorandum includes a 60-day extension of the current ceasefire, pending Iran’s approval. It contains
U.S. and Iran Discuss Potential Peace Deal Amid War
Iran and the United States are engaged in discussions aimed at ending the ongoing war, but the negotiations are complex and may take time. Both nations have shared different perspectives on the potential agreement. The