The attack on the outskirts of Lebanon’s capital was the second in less than a week, raising fears that a cease-fire between Israel and Hezbollah could unravel.
Author: Yan Zhuang
3 U.S. Soldiers Found Dead in Lithuania After Their Vehicle Sank in a Swamp
The soldiers were in a vehicle that became trapped in a bog during a training mission last week. A fourth soldier was still missing.
Israel Carries Out ‘Extensive Strikes’ in Gaza, Imperiling Cease-Fire
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office said he had ordered the attack early Tuesday, saying Israel would “act against Hamas with increasing military strength.”
Pokémon Go Maker Niantic Sells Unit to Saudi Fund for $3.5 Billion
Scopely said it would buy Niantic’s video game business, which includes Pokémon Go, for $3.5 billion. Saudi Arabia’s sovereign wealth fund acquired Scopely in 2023.
Chile Declares Curfew as Power Outage Sweeps Country
Most residents had power restored by midnight but the situation remained unstable. President Gabriel Boric blamed power companies for not acting faster.
Kenyan Police Officer Deployed to Tackle Gangs in Haiti Killed
The officer’s death appeared to be the first among the Kenyan forces that were sent to Haiti last year as part of an international effort to subdue gang violence.
Delta Offers $30,000 to Passengers on Plane That Crashed in Toronto
The airline said it told the 76 passengers who had been on the plane, which crashed and flipped over on Monday, that the offer came with “no strings attached.”
Delta Crash Adds to Snow Disruptions at Toronto Airport
Two major storms had blanketed the region for days, causing flight delays and cancellations. Two of Pearson airport’s five runways remained closed after the crash.
Keir Starmer Offers to Send U.K. Troops to Ukraine as Part of Peace Deal
Prime Minister Keir Starmer said for the first time on Sunday that he was “ready and willing” to deploy troops to help guarantee Ukraine’s security.
Tropical Cyclone Zelia Heads Toward Australia’s Pilbara
The storm is expected to make landfall late Friday, with wind gusts of up to 180 miles per hour. A port crucial to the global economy has shut down.