Four Israeli soldiers were killed and more than 50 others injured in a Hezbollah drone attack on an Israeli military base near Binyamina, 20 miles south of Haifa, on Sunday night. The Iran-backed group claimed responsibility, targeting the Golani Brigade's training camp. The attack was described as retaliation for Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon and Beirut. This marks one of the deadliest Hezbollah assaults on Israel in over a year of fighting. Israeli emergency services rushed to the scene to aid the wounded, as tensions continue to escalate between Israel and Hezbollah.

Israeli tanks destroyed the main gate of a UNIFIL facility in Ramyah, southern Lebanon, amid ongoing clashes between the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) and Hezbollah. The UN peacekeeping force reported that smoke from nearby rounds caused skin irritation and gastrointestinal issues for 15 peacekeepers. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu urged the UN to withdraw UNIFIL from Hezbollah strongholds, calling their presence a danger. The IDF stated the incident occurred while evacuating injured soldiers under fire. The UN condemned the attack as a violation of international law and called for the safety of peacekeepers.

In response to heightened tensions with Hezbollah, the Pentagon has deployed the Terminal High-Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) system to Israel, bolstering its air defenses amid Iranian missile threats. Alongside the THAAD battery, approximately 100 US troops will operate the system, designed to intercept ballistic missiles. This move follows recent missile attacks on Israel and escalates US military presence in the region. The conflict intensified after a Hezbollah drone strike killed four Israeli soldiers and injured over 60, prompting warnings of further retaliatory actions against Israel's aggression.

The UK is set to experience a brief summer revival, with temperatures reaching up to 22C (71.6F) this week, particularly in London, East Anglia, and the Home Counties, according to the Met Office. Following a cool weekend, milder conditions are expected to take hold by midweek, with many regions seeing a temperature increase of about 10C. Forecaster Tom Morgan noted that London could exceed 20C, especially in eastern areas. However, this warm spell will be short-lived, with wet and windy weather anticipated by next weekend, particularly in the North West and parts of Wales.

An Israeli airstrike on a school in central Gaza has killed at least 20 people, according to local hospitals, as reported by AP. The strike is part of a broader escalation of violence in the region. Earlier, in Deir Al-Balah, an airstrike targeted tents housing displaced Palestinians, resulting in three deaths and 40 injuries at Al-Aqsa Hospital. Witnesses noted that Israeli forces have intensified their operations in northern Gaza, with tanks advancing towards Gaza City, forcing many families to flee their homes amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas.

A drone strike on an IDF base near Binyamina in northern Israel killed four soldiers and injured over 60 others. The attack, claimed by Hezbollah, targeted the IDF's Golani Brigade training camp in response to Israeli strikes in Lebanon. The Magen David Adom ambulance service reported that three people were critically injured, while many others were hospitalized across northern Israel. Initial reports indicate the drone strike caught many soldiers off guard, particularly in a communal canteen. Israeli censorship rules initially restricted details of the location.

The United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) reported that Israeli tanks "forcibly entered" one of its positions in Ramyah, southern Lebanon, early Sunday morning. According to UNIFIL, two Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) tanks breached the main gate and requested peacekeepers to turn off their lights. Later, rounds fired nearby caused skin irritations and gastrointestinal issues for 15 peacekeepers. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu urged UNIFIL to withdraw from the area, citing security concerns. UNIFIL condemned the incident as a violation of international law, stating it reminded the IDF of its obligations to protect UN personnel.

A recent report from The Washington Post reveals that Hamas originally planned a 9/11-style bombing targeting the Azrieli Towers in Tel Aviv. Initially set for 2022, the attack was postponed to coordinate with Iran and Hezbollah. Despite the grand ambitions, Hamas ultimately scrapped the plan due to insufficient resources. However, they successfully misled Israeli intelligence, creating a false sense of security. On October 7, 2023, Hamas launched a surprise attack on Israel with over 2,000 rockets, resulting in significant casualties and escalating the ongoing conflict in the region.

Israeli tanks reportedly "forcibly entered" a United Nations base in Ramyah, southern Lebanon, raising alarms about the safety of peacekeepers. The incident occurred when two Israeli tanks entered the UNIFIL position, instructing personnel to "turn out its lights." After UNIFIL lodged a protest, the tanks withdrew about 45 minutes later. However, shortly thereafter, rounds were fired near the base, causing skin irritation and gastrointestinal reactions among 15 peacekeepers. UNIFIL condemned the breach, stating it violates international law and Security Council Resolution 1701, and called on the Israeli Defense Forces to ensure the safety of UN personnel and property.

Hamas had planned a more devastating assault on Israel than the October 7 attack, delaying the operation to secure support from Iran and Hezbollah, according to documents obtained by U.S. media outlets. The plans were reportedly outlined in meetings between January 2022 and August 2023, with requests for financial and military backing. The group considered various attack scenarios, including a 9/11-style strike on Tel Aviv. Although Iran and Hezbollah initially supported the operation, they required more time. Despite this, Hamas executed the October 7 attack, resulting in over 1,200 deaths in southern Israel.