Lebanon–Israel Security: The IDF struck Hezbollah weapons depots and storage sites in southern Lebanon’s Sejoud area, saying the munitions were meant to target soldiers in the security zone, as talks continue on implementing a June framework for disarming non-state armed groups. Education Under Fire: In Burj Qalaway, South Lebanon children returned to school in doorless, windowless temporary classrooms after strikes destroyed their school buildings, highlighting the strain on learning continuity. UNGA81 Diplomacy: Egypt used UNGA81 to push political solutions for regional crises, stressing national state strength and Global South representation, while Saudi Arabia urged freedom of navigation through key waterways and rejected fees or restrictions on civilian shipping. Gulf Shipping & Iran Talks: Iran’s seven-day plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and resume nuclear talks faced uncertainty after reports that the U.S. rejected the proposal, with Trump publicly branding the route “Trump Strait.” AI Training for Lebanon: The UAE and Lebanon launched an AI training initiative aimed at building local capacity. Local Tech/Research Spotlight: A Lebanese-Canadian artist unveiled an exhibition using translucent resin replicas of Israeli munitions used in Lebanon, turning conflict imagery into fragile, gallery-scale objects.