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Lebanese PM Mikati has affirmed that Lebanon's primary obligation under the new framework is to extend state authority through the Lebanese Armed Forces across all national territory. This shift aims to strengthen the state’s control and fulfill regional security commitments.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced that the Department of War is prepared to reimburse the Lebanese Armed Forces with over $30 million. This funding aims to bolster the Lebanese military’s operational capacity to maintain sovereignty and security, as part of a broader U.S. strategy in the region - Reuters

Earlier today a former high-ranking SBU official, Col. Dmytro Kozyura, has been sentenced to life in prison for high treason. The former chief of staff of Ukraine's anti-terrorism centre was found guilty of spying for Russia’s FSB, having been recruited in 2018 and later passing classified state secrets to handlers.

While government confirmed numbers are at 920, independent tracking databases and reports suggest that more than 49,500 people may be unaccounted for. Authorities fear the final death toll could increase significantly as rescuers reach more remote and previously inaccessible areas.

Venezuela Earthquake - Official reports indicate that the death toll has risen to 920, with more than 4,500 people injured.

Congress has issued two subpoenas to billionaire Leon Black following a closed-door interview regarding his ties to Jeffrey Epstein. House Oversight Chair James Comer announced the move after Black allegedly refused to answer questions, demanding he provide signed non-disclosure agreements and appear for a sworn, videotaped deposition next month - FT

OpenAI has launched a limited preview of its new GPT-5.6 series - Sol, Terra, and Luna, coordinating closely with the U.S. government on a phased rollout. This cautious approach follows recent national security directives that forced Anthropic to suspend its own frontier models over safety and export-control concerns.

Netanyahu says Israel will remain in the security zone in southern Lebanon under the new framework agreement until Hezbollah is disarmed and no threat remains to Israel. He called the deal “a major achievement” and “a major blow to Iran,” saying Tehran and Hezbollah will have “no role” in Lebanon. Netanyahu said two pilot areas, recommended by the IDF, will allow the Lebanese army to begin taking control of territory, while Israel keeps its original security zone outside anti-tank missile range and maintains that “our security comes first.”

A framework agreement between Lebanon and Israel was signed at the U.S. State Department in Washington. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the deal follows talks in Washington and marks progress, but “much work” remains. Lebanon’s ambassador said the framework is a first step toward restoring Lebanese sovereignty.

Israeli media report that the emerging Israel-Lebanon agreement will include mutual recognition of each country’s sovereignty, while Israel remains along the “yellow line” until Hezbollah is disarmed and Lebanon can assume full responsibility. N12 says the deal includes two pilot areas where the Lebanese army would deploy, with Israel required to approve whether the pilot succeeds.

The CDC has raised its response to the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda to Level 1, its highest activation level. With over 1,100 confirmed cases, this Bundibugyo virus outbreak is the second-largest in history and is spreading faster than any previous Ebola epidemic.

Al Jazeera, citing a Lebanese official source: Lebanon and Israel have made major progress in Washington talks, agreeing on two “model” occupied areas from which Israeli forces will withdraw under a phased timetable, paving the way for a later full withdrawal.

Israel and Lebanon are expected to sign a framework agreement soon - i24 News

New Defence Secretary Dan Jarvis has overhauled the UK’s defence strategy, placing a heavy focus on autonomous systems. The upcoming investment plan prioritizes the deployment of uncrewed ground vehicles and drone technology to bolster frontline combat readiness and casualty evacuation capabilities.

Keir Starmer is set to unveil a major new defence investment plan on Tuesday, boosting military funding by £14.5bn–£15bn over four years. The revised blueprint follows the resignation of former Defence Secretary John Healey, prioritizing combat readiness and autonomous systems like frontline drones - FT

President Trump has threatened a 100% tariff on all goods from any European country that implements a digital services tax on American tech companies. Trump stated that these new levies would supersede any existing trade agreements, regardless of their current status, as part of his ongoing push against foreign efforts to regulate or tax U.S. digital giants - FT

A small propeller aircraft crashed into Beijing’s 528-metre Citic Tower, causing minor structural damage and raining debris onto the capital's central business district. Authorities have launched an investigation into the breach of China’s strictly controlled airspace, where private flights are heavily restricted.

Israeli and Lebanese officials say the two countries are expected to announce a framework agreement later today following four days of negotiations in Washington, Axios reporter Barak Ravid said.

Over 50,000 people are missing after Venezuela quakes: UN aid chief to AFP

Thousands of Norwegians have gathered in front of the Royal Palace, doing a Viking row, ahead of tonight’s match against France.