The Latest Breaking News on US and France lead push for Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire in Lebanon

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Senior US officials hope deal can be implemented ‘in the coming hours’

Sometimes the issues brought forward at the United Nations signature annual meeting may feel a bit familiar. Climate change is always in focus, especially in the past few years. There are regular disputes about who is on the security council. Pleas to stop wars and address hunger.

Israel on Thursday said it had secured $8.7 billion in military aid from the United States to support its military efforts. The package comes as Israel fights an ongoing war against Hamas in Gaza and continues to strike Hezbollah targets in Lebanon. Follow our liveblog for the latest developments in…

Project Hope responds to Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon by providing medical supplies and aid to displaced civilians.

Lebanon death toll rises to 81 from Israeli airstrikes, sparking calls for ceasefire and humanitarian aid.

Washington says Israel has legitimate security problem and more complex diplomatic agreement is required

At least 51 killed and 220 wounded in Israeli air raids, according to Lebanese health minister.

More than 550 Lebanese have already been killed and 90,000 displaced since Israel escalated air attacks a week ago.