Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israeli ground forces had crossed Lebanon’s Litani River, as military officials from the two countries were set to meet for U.S.-brokered talks.

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Few in Lebanon believe that diplomatic efforts to end the wider war will bring peace to their country, as clashes between Israel and Hezbollah intensify in the south.

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Elections this year hold out the promise that the state can change policies in a way to recover some international good will.

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Elections this year hold out the promise that the state can change policies in a way to recover some international good will.

Whatever deal is reached between the United States and Iran, Trump will have to make a big concession: A murderous regime remains intact.

Feeding narratives to the credulous isn’t speaking truth to power.

NATO should overcome its distaste for President Trump and sends its navies to help open up the Strait of Hormuz.