Israeli airstrikes in southern Lebanon, described as "the most destructive since the ceasefire agreement," prompted Hezbollah to threaten retaliation. Early morning reports indicated Morgan Ortagus will soon visit Lebanon to work on consolidating the ceasefire.
Putin marked Victory Day by declaring Russia "a bulwark against Nazism" and confirming full Russian support for operations in Ukraine. This received significant coverage in Lebanese media.
The Lebanese Army announced exceptional security measures for the upcoming municipal elections in North Lebanon and Akkar, with the Ministry of Interior issuing regulations for Beirut, Bekaa, and Baalbek-Hermel.
Reports emerged of a fourth round of US-Iran talks scheduled for Sunday in Oman, with American officials warning they won't continue discussions without productive outcomes.
Lebanese outlets continued extensive coverage of Pope Leo XIV, the first American pope, whose initial mass expressed concern about "faith retreating before money, power and pleasure."