An anti-settlement watchdog says Israel has issued tenders for the construction of nearly 1,000 additional settler homes in the occupied West Bank.

The Iran-backed Lebanese militant group held an elaborate commemoration for its longtime leader, Hassan Nasrallah, who was killed by Israel in September.

Israel was expected to free more than 600 Palestinian prisoners in exchange for the bodies of four Israeli hostages by Hamas, five days after Israel halted prisoner releases in protest over Hamas shows of force.

Hezbollah Secretary-General Naim Qassem delivered a speech on February 16 addressing regional and domestic developments, Beirut banning Iranian flights from landing at Hariri International Airport, and Nasrallah's upcoming funeral.

Turning to the legendary martyr Hajj Imad Moghniyeh, Sheikh Qassem lauded his spiritual devotion, which guided Hezbollah’s fighters. He highlighted Moghniyeh’s innovative strategies and expertise in both security and military fields.

The attacks in southern Syria are part of a new policy aimed at protecting what Israel calls its “security zone” in the region. Syria’s new government has condemned that policy.

Hezbollah leader Naim Kassem said Sunday ... Hamas has said it is willing to relinquish power to other Palestinians but will not accept any occupying force. Trump calls for Gaza’s population ...