Hezbollah Shoots Down Israeli Drone

• Hezbollah Shoots Down Israeli Drone, Hezbollah Claims Responsibility for Downing Israeli Hermes 900 Drone: The Lebanese Shia Islamist group intercepts and shoots down the drone in solidarity with Gaza, where Israel has been waging a nearly eight-month war against Hamas. (Keyword: Israel-Gaza conflict)
• Hezbollah Missile Attack Destroys Israeli Military Base in Kiryat Shmona: The attack marks a significant escalation in the conflict. (Keyword: Israel Defense Forces (IDF))
• International Calls for Ceasefire Intensify:
  • Thousands of Israelis Protest, Demanding PM Netanyahu Accept US President Joe Biden’s Ceasefire Proposal. (Keyword: Israel peace talks)
  • French President Emmanuel Macron Joins Global Leaders in Calling for a Durable Peace in the Region. (Keyword: Middle East peace process)
• Israel War Cabinet Divided on Ceasefire

  Ultra-nationalist ministers Ben Gvir and Smotrich threaten to leave coalition and topple government if Netanyahu accepts Biden’s deal.

  Regional Implications

  • Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi Vows Support for Hezbollah and Hamas
  • Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi Mediates Ceasefire Talks
  • Turkey’s President Recep Tayyip Erdogan Condemns Israel’s Actions in Gaza

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