QtrendsIsrael expands ground operations deep into southern Lebanon, pursuing a scorched-earth policy that has drawn sharp condemnation from Lebanon's PM. The Ebola outbreak in DR Congo continues to worsen, with MSF calling the spread deeply alarming as the WHO chief arrives in the region. Four men trapped in a flooded Laos cave successfully freed themselves in a surprise outcome. PSG defeated Arsenal on penalties to win back-to-back Champions League titles. The US and Iran are inching toward a new truce agreement, though Trump has not yet made a final decision.
Israeli forces have pushed deeper into southern Lebanon, reaching the city of Nabatieh and launching strikes near an ancient heritage castle. Lebanon's Prime Minister accused Israel of pursuing a scorched-earth policy as the IDF expands ground operations. AP News, Al Jazeera, and The Guardian all reported on the escalating incursion.
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo is accelerating, with MSF warning the spread is deeply alarming. The WHO chief has arrived in Congo to address the rare outbreak amid widespread distrust and insecurity. In related news, Kenya pushes ahead with an Ebola quarantine facility in partnership with the US despite a court order. The New York Times provided two in-depth pieces on the escalating crisis.
Four men trapped in a flooded Laos cave surprised rescuers by freeing themselves in what CNN called 'the best outcome.' A total of four men have been rescued so far, while search operations continue for two others still missing. The Guardian and AP News detailed the hazardous rescue mission.
Paris Saint-Germain defeated Arsenal in a penalty shootout to win their second consecutive Champions League title. The match went the distance before PSG prevailed from the spot. BBC, NPR, and Al Jazeera all covered the final.
The United States and Iran are approaching a potential truce agreement after months of conflict, with discussions centering on a memorandum to end the war. Trump has reportedly not yet decided whether to move forward with the deal. Al Jazeera noted this comes on day 92 of the conflict, while China Daily reported both sides are inching toward a new truce. CNN explored how the emerging deal risks shattering Netanyahu's legacy.