The day opened with reports of a cautious calm in southern Lebanon after Israeli withdrawal, but by mid-morning, Hezbollah's drones over the Galilee and a large-scale fire assault on Israeli positions signaled ongoing escalation. The afternoon brought a major development: the US Treasury imposed sanctions on nine individuals, including MPs from Hezbollah and Amal, security officials, and Iran's ambassador to Lebanon, for enabling Hezbollah and obstructing peace. Hezbollah and Amal dismissed the sanctions as intimidation. The military delegation to the Pentagon was confirmed as representing the nation, amid debate over its composition. Trump threatened to seize Iran's enriched uranium, while Iran vowed to keep it. The day's events underscored a sharp contradiction between diplomatic tracks and military escalation.