Lebanon–Israel Security: Israel detonated an estimated 700-tonne underground blast beneath UNESCO-listed Beaufort Castle, saying it targeted Hezbollah tunnel networks; Lebanon’s antiquities authority disputes the claims and says circulated maps/videos were fabricated. Ceasefire Tensions: The IDF also says it destroyed parts of Hezbollah’s tunnel system near Beaufort Ridge after a drone strike, with Lebanon’s Seismological Center recording a magnitude 3.8 event from the blast. Gaza Diplomacy: Hamas says it agreed to a US-brokered roadmap for staged disarmament and Israeli withdrawal, while Israel has not publicly confirmed the latest proposal and Hamas warns it won’t act unless withdrawal terms are met. Yemen–Saudi Escalation: Fighting between Houthis and Saudi Arabia has flared again, with reported strikes affecting Saudi oil infrastructure and shipping routes, pushing fears of wider disruption. UNESCO Heritage: UNESCO added Lebanon’s Mount Amel Castles to the World Heritage list, alongside new MENA sites, as conflict and looting threaten regional heritage. Local Tech & Media: Annahar Media Group launched “Nahar,” an AI news correspondent to process, translate, summarize, and assist research while keeping final editorial decisions with journalists. Lebanon Education: Lebanese University researcher Mohammed Abu Raas earned a master’s in political science, focusing on Saudi Arabia’s role in Yemen (1970–2011).