Germany To Resume Selling Weapons To Israel After Brief Suspension Over Gaza

Images suggest that Israel has used cluster munitions in its recent conflict in Lebanon, marking the first indication of such use in nearly 20 years. The remnants of two types of Israeli cluster munitions were found in three locations south of the Litani River, as confirmed by six arms experts. This revelation raises significant concerns regarding compliance with international laws banning these weapons.

The recent Israeli attack on Gaza has resulted in a death toll of 280 since the ceasefire, marking nearly 400 violations of the US-brokered agreement between Israel and Hamas. This escalation raises concerns about the stability of the ceasefire and the ongoing violence in the region.

The article discusses the discrepancies between Israel's ceasefire agreement with Hamas and the ongoing violence in Gaza within 24 hours of the deal. Despite the ceasefire, reports indicate that armed confrontations and unrest continue to plague the region, highlighting the complexities of the situation.

Germany has experienced a significant increase in hate crimes against the LGBT+ community, with 1,765 offenses recorded in 2024 under the category of 'sexual orientation.' This marks an 18 percent rise compared to the previous year, raising alarms within the community, particularly in Berlin, a city known for its tolerance towards sexual and gender minorities. The surge in violence is largely attributed to far-right groups.

Saudi Arabia is seeking to acquire American F-35 fighter jets, motivated by Israel's successful use of the aircraft in recent conflicts across the Middle East. This interest reflects a desire to enhance its military capabilities and regional influence.

Lebanon is set to file a complaint with the U.N. Security Council against Israel for constructing a concrete wall along its southern border, which extends beyond the U.N.-mapped 'Blue Line'. This line separates Lebanon from Israel and the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights, according to a statement from the Lebanese presidency.

An Israeli airstrike on a Palestinian refugee camp in southern Lebanon has resulted in the deaths of 13 individuals. The Israeli military stated that the strike targeted Hamas members in a training compound. This incident has raised concerns about potential escalation in the region.

Bonn, Germany, faces uncertainty as Turkey and Australia remain in a deadlock over hosting the Cop31 climate summit. If an agreement is not reached, the rights to host will revert to a third country. United Nations officials express growing concern over the situation, which could impact the city's reputation and responsibilities.