Israel-Lebanon Front: A Hezbollah explosive device killed an IDF reservist and wounded seven others, including senior officers, near the Litani River, as Israel continued strikes and accused Iran-linked violations despite a new US-Iran framework. Gaza Strikes: In Khan Younis, two Palestinians were killed and six wounded in an Israeli drone strike, with Gaza health officials citing 1,005 deaths since the ceasefire. US-Iran Deal Fallout: China urged all sides, including Israel, to support the US-Iran MoU and reduce tensions, while Israeli officials and commentators said Israel was sidelined and warned the deal could constrain its freedom of action in Lebanon. Diplomatic Rift: Israel’s foreign minister said he is cutting “all contacts” with EU chief Kaja Kallas after reports she compared Israel to Apartheid South Africa. Ultra-Orthodox Draft Protests: Thousands rallied outside a detention site near Netanya against conscription and for release of detainees, as exemptions remain a flashpoint. Business/Tech: TopGum completed a deal to expand PLD’s US gummy manufacturing, and an “Israel edition” iPhone 18 rumor resurfaced amid claims Apple has major R&D in Israel. International Humanitarian Ties: Somaliland’s president visited Israeli hospitals to meet children treated for heart conditions, highlighting long-running medical cooperation. Lebanon Ceasefire Skepticism: UNIFIL reported continued extensive Israeli military activity in southern Lebanon, despite claims of reduced hostilities. Israel in the Diaspora: A Michigan LGBTQ group condemned an Israeli flag at a Pride event as “harmful,” sparking a fierce antisemitism debate.