Israel reportedly pressing Lebanon to prevent Hezbollah from joining renewed war with Iran
Public broadcaster reports that Jerusalem wants Lebanese troops to deploy in areas where Hezbollah operatives live * US struck Iranian island in Strait of Hormuz, US officials tell WSJ
US said to strike Iranian island in Strait of Hormuz
The United States has struck Iran’s Qeshm Island, the Wall Street Journal reports, citing US officials.
The US Central Command did not immediately respond to a request for comment.
Israel reportedly pressing Lebanon to prevent Hezbollah from joining renewed war with Iran
Israel has asked the Lebanese government to deploy troops who will set up road blocks in areas where Hezbollah operatives live in order to prevent the terrorist group from joining the fray if war resumes with Iran, the Kan public broadcaster reports, citing a security source.
The broadcaster says the request was relayed by US mediators, with Jerusalem warning Beirut that fighting in Lebanon will again flare up if Hezbollah attacks Israel.
US, Ukraine and Russia to hold trilateral talks in Abu Dhabi next week — Witkoff
Ukrainian, Russian and US officials will hold a trilateral meeting in Abu Dhabi next week in a bid to push forward peace negotiations, President Donald Trump’s special envoy Steve Witkoff says.
“The United States will mediate working-level negotiations between Ukraine and Russia on November 10–11 in Abu Dhabi, advancing President Trump’s mission to end the war,” Witkoff writes on X.
“Discussions will focus on post-war security arrangements, de-escalation, humanitarian efforts, and next steps toward peace,” he says, adding that US negotiators will also meet European and NATO officials this week in Brussels.
Saudi defense minister says he spoke with Hegseth about deescalating regional tensions, amid continued Houthi attacks
Saudi Arabia discussed strategic defense cooperation and efforts to deescalate regional tensions with US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth in a phone call, Saudi Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman says.
The two also discussed regional and international developments, including efforts to contain tensions in the region and the continued attacks by the Houthis on the kingdom.