# Israel
Trump lashed out at Netanyahu over the escalating situation in Lebanon
During a telephone conversation, US President Donald Trump sharply criticised Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s actions in light of the escalation of hostilities in Lebanon. According to sources, the conversation took place against a backdrop of Washington’s concerns that negotiations with Iran might break down.
Hezbollah has declared its readiness for a full ceasefire with Israel
Lebanon’s Speaker of Parliament, Nabih Berri, has informed the administration of US President Donald Trump that Hezbollah is prepared to agree to an immediate and complete ceasefire with Israel. At the same time, the Israeli side doubts that such an initiative will be supported.
Israel has closed schools due to rocket attacks by Hezbollah
Following a series of attacks by Hezbollah on northern Israel, the authorities closed schools near the border with Lebanon, restricted public gatherings and relocated the hospital in Nahariya to an underground complex
France is launching an investigation into Israel’s treatment of activists on the Gaza flotilla
The French government has asked the public prosecutor’s office to investigate reports of possible ill-treatment of French activists who were detained after attempting to break the naval blockade of the Gaza Strip
Israel has carried out more than 120 air strikes on Lebanon and expanded its ground operation
On 26 May, Israel carried out more than 120 air strikes on Lebanese territory and expanded its ground operations beyond the security zone in the south of the country. Lebanon reported dozens of deaths and injuries, whilst Hezbollah reported strikes against Israeli forces and tanks.
France has banned Israeli Minister Ben-Gvir from entering the country
French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barro has stated that Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir has been banned from entering France. Paris has also called on the European Union to impose sanctions against him
Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has ordered that enriched uranium not be exported from the country
Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, has ordered that the country’s stockpile of highly enriched uranium not be exported. This decision strengthens Tehran’s position amid negotiations with the US aimed at ending the war between Iran, the US and Israel.
Donald Trump has threatened Iran with a new war over its nuclear programme
Tensions between the US and Iran are rising once again following Donald Trump’s latest comments on Tehran’s nuclear programme. Iran refuses to accept the US conditions, whilst the US and Israel are preparing for a possible resumption of strikes.
Trump has postponed the strike on Iran, scheduled for 19 May, following an appeal from the leaders of the Gulf states
US President Donald Trump has stated that he has postponed a planned military strike against Iran following appeals from the leaders of Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. According to him, the parties are continuing negotiations regarding a possible agreement.
Netanyahu and Trump discussed a possible new phase in the war against Iran
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and US President Donald Trump held a telephone conversation during which they discussed the situation regarding Iran and the possibility of a new phase in the military campaign.
Eurovision 2026 has been met with boycotts and protests
The final of the Eurovision Song Contest will take place on Saturday in Vienna. This year’s contest has been marred by political controversy and boycotts over Israel’s participation, against the backdrop of the war in the Gaza Strip
The US and Israel are drawing up options for action regarding Iran
Washington and Tel Aviv are considering options for further action against Iran in the event that the talks break down. The scenarios include new strikes on military targets and an operation against nuclear infrastructure in Isfahan
