During an appearance on Joe Rogan’s podcast, former U.S. President Donald Trump claimed that Google CEO Sundar Pichai praised his recent visit to a McDonald's in Pennsylvania. Trump, who briefly worked behind the counter, said Pichai called to commend the event’s impact online, calling it "one of the biggest things we have ever had on Google." Trump contrasted his 15-minute stint as a fry cook with Vice President Kamala Harris’s claim of having worked at McDonald’s in her youth, accusing her of lying about it. The claims have drawn public interest as the U.S. election race intensifies.

At a memorial event in Jerusalem marking the October 7 attack anniversary, families interrupted Prime Minister Netanyahu’s speech, blaming him for security failures. Protesters, including relatives of those killed, demanded stronger efforts to secure the release of hostages held by Hamas. Shouts of "shame on you" and personal statements like "my father was killed" echoed through the crowd, captured live and shared widely on social media. Many Israelis and Western leaders are pressing Netanyahu’s government to negotiate a hostage release. Israeli intelligence chief David Barnea is set to visit Doha soon to discuss possible agreements.

The Israeli military reported the death of 5 soldiers in southern Lebanon on Saturday. This brings the total number of Israeli soldiers killed in Lebanon to 37 since ground operations began on September 30. Hezbollah began firing rockets at Israel on October 8, 2023, in support of Hamas, following an attack by the Palestinian group. Israel then escalated its airstrikes on Lebanon, later launching ground attacks. According to official data, at least 1,615 people in Lebanon have died since September 23, but the real number could be higher due to incomplete data.

At least 35 people were hurt in a truck attack at a bus stop near Tel Aviv, which Israeli police are treating as a “terror incident.” The attack comes amid increased tension in the region, with Israel launching strikes on Iranian military sites. Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei warned against overreacting to the strikes. Meanwhile, in southern Lebanon, eight people died, and 25 were injured after an Israeli airstrike targeted Sidon. Hostilities between Israel and the Lebanese group Hezbollah have intensified in recent weeks, adding to the ongoing conflict in Gaza.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed on Sunday that Israel's airstrike on Iran effectively neutralized significant military targets, calling it “precise and powerful.” Israel’s widespread strikes reportedly targeted missile factories and bases linked to Iran's previous nuclear weapons program, including the Parchin military base. Israeli media suggested the attacks crippled Iran's ability to produce long-range ballistic missiles. Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei downplayed the damage and emphasized Iran’s commitment to retaliating in “the best interest of the people.” The attack, carried out by scores of Israeli jets, resulted in four Iranian air defense soldiers' deaths.

Israeli female fighter pilots joined the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) in a pre-dawn airstrike on Iranian military sites, marking Israel’s first openly declared assault on Iran. Targeting missile facilities responsible for recent attacks on Israel, IDF released images and videos featuring F-15 and F-16 jets, with female navigators among the crew. Iran's Foreign Ministry asserted its right to self-defense and reported “limited damage” in Ilam, Khuzestan, and Tehran provinces, where explosions were heard. Iran’s army confirmed the loss of four soldiers. The U.S. was informed in advance, and President Biden expressed hope for de-escalation.

Israel launched strikes on Iran early Saturday, targeting missile factories and sites near Tehran, killing four Iranian soldiers, according to Iran's army. This action follows Iran’s recent missile attacks on Israel in retaliation for Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh's death in July. Israel stated the attacks aimed to counter Iranian aggression, while Iran responded it would defend itself but remains committed to regional stability. The US urged restraint, discouraging attacks on Iran’s oil and nuclear sites. Meanwhile, Hezbollah fired projectiles into Israel, and Russia condemned Israel's actions as escalating the conflict, calling for de-escalation.

The U.S. reaffirmed its "ironclad" commitment to Israel’s security, cautioning Iran against retaliating after Israeli forces struck military targets in Iran. The strikes, conducted early Saturday, were in response to Iran's October 1 ballistic missile attack. U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin stressed that Iran should avoid escalating the conflict, warning of repercussions for any retaliation. Israel's strikes reportedly killed four Iranian soldiers, sparking Iranian warnings of self-defense and a retaliatory rocket attack from Hezbollah into northern Israel. Meanwhile, the U.S., Germany, and Britain urged Tehran to prevent further escalation in the region.

At a rally in Kalamazoo, Michigan, US, Michelle Obama urged Americans not to support Donald Trump, citing his "obvious mental decline" and status as a "convicted felon." Speaking in support of Kamala Harris, Obama criticized Trump’s behavior and legal troubles, calling them “embarrassing and disqualifying.” She also highlighted women’s reproductive rights, condemning the Supreme Court’s recent abortion ruling reversal. Obama encouraged voters to protect women’s choices by electing leaders who understand their needs. Meanwhile, Trump arrived late at a rally in Pennsylvania, following another delayed appearance in Michigan, which saw some attendees leave before he took the stage.

Iran’s president, Masoud Pezeshkian, warned against further attacks after Israeli airstrikes hit military targets in Iran on Saturday. The strikes reportedly targeted missile facilities used against Israel, causing “limited damage,” according to Iran. In a statement on social media, Pezeshkian vowed Iran would defend itself, mourning four killed in the strikes. U.S. President Joe Biden confirmed that Israel informed him before the attacks, which only hit military sites. Israeli opposition leader Yair Lapid criticized the decision not to target Iran’s economic infrastructure. Britain, Germany, and the UN urged restraint to prevent further escalation.