Israel-Lebanon Ceasefire in Trouble: A U.S.-brokered conditional truce was announced, but Hezbollah quickly rejected it as a “farce,” demanding full Israeli withdrawal while Israel says operations will continue; clashes and strikes followed, including Israeli warnings and evacuations near the Litani River and strikes that killed at least seven in Tyre. Northern Israel Politics: A new poll says Netanyahu’s support is falling fastest in the north as Hezbollah rockets hit harder, with voters pushing for tougher action. Gaza Bombardment Despite Talks: Medics and officials report multiple overnight strikes in Gaza City, killing at least 10 Palestinians, including a family of five. Humanitarian Pressure in Lebanon: The UN more than doubled its Lebanon aid appeal to nearly $640 million over six months as displacement and services strain worsen. Supreme Court & Detainees: Israel’s Supreme Court struck down a ban on Red Cross prison visits, ordering access to Palestinian detainees. US Footprint at Ben Gurion: Israelis complain the airport is effectively operating like a U.S. base, with dozens of U.S. refueling tankers disrupting flights. Covert Ops Claim: CNN reports Israel secretly deployed elite units in Azerbaijan during the Iran war. West Bank Settlements & Boycotts: Türkiye condemned new settlement approvals, while the UK retailer Superdrug removed Ahava after alleged West Bank settlement-linked production claims.