Reports from Beirut point to an effort to persuade the US to pressure Israel to return to the ceasefire and stop its strikes. If a ceasefire is not in place before the talks begin on Thursday, the Lebanese delegation is expected to focus on ending the war before any other issue
Over 500 rabbis and pastors hold 115 congressional meetings on Israel, antisemitism and faith community protection.
The US president’s visit to China has become the central axis on which the continuation of the war with Iran depends, as a power that proved in the past that it can influence Iran and set limits for it is a key player. After being harmed by the blockade of Hormuz and helping the Iranians with intelligence, China could advance the US terms in negotiations in exchange for demands of its own on Taiwan.
Analysts say the war in Ukraine may be approaching a turning point, as Kyiv seizes the initiative on the front. Russia is suffering enormous losses, losing territory and taking severe hits to logistical arteries deep behind the lines
Trump issued a clear threat to Tehran during an interview with Fox News, but said he believed the Iranians will fold, saying "I would say the ceasefire is on massive life support."
