QtrendsIsrael has escalated its conflict with Hezbollah by ordering strikes on Beirut's southern suburbs as Hezbollah rockets hit northern Israel. The Ebola outbreak in the DRC has reached 282 confirmed cases, with recovery stories offering hope even as suspected cases emerge outside Africa. The US and Iran continue to trade attacks while pursuing nuclear negotiations, with Iran's reopened missile sites damaging 20 US military sites. Colombia's presidential election heads to a runoff between a far-right pro-Trump candidate and a leftist senator.
Israel has ordered airstrikes on Beirut's southern suburbs in a major escalation of its conflict with Hezbollah. Hezbollah rockets have hit northern Israel, prompting further Israeli military response. The escalating violence marks a dangerous expansion of the regional conflict beyond Gaza.
Ebola patients in the Democratic Republic of Congo are showing signs of recovery, bringing cautious optimism amid the outbreak. Confirmed cases have reached 282, though suspected cases have now emerged outside Africa. Aid cuts are hampering frontline response efforts, and the WHO chief has called for reconsidering travel bans.
The United States and Iran have exchanged new attacks, straining ongoing peace negotiations. The US is seeking changes to the Iran deal framework while military engagements continue. The attacks and counterattacks complicate diplomatic efforts to reach a nuclear agreement.
Iran has reopened missile sites and damaged 20 US military sites since the conflict began, satellite images confirm. CNN investigations show the limits of the US bombing plan against Iran's military capabilities. The US has struck Iranian air defenses in retaliation.
Colombia's presidential election is heading to a runoff after far-right candidate Espriella won the first round. The pro-Trump candidate faces a leftist senator in a vote that could redefine relations with the United States. The ruling party has cast doubt on the results.