Southern Lebanon Escalation: Israel ordered residents of Arab Salim to evacuate after Hezbollah launched two drones at IDF troops in the “security zone,” then carried out strikes that Lebanon says killed four and wounded 20, with reports of artillery blocking ambulance access. Strategic Hill Fight: Months after a ceasefire, fighting over the Ali al-Taher ridge and its tunnels continues, with Israel claiming operational control after clearing routes used by Hezbollah. Lebanon’s Security Politics: Foreign Minister Youssef Rajji reportedly stopped going to his office after security warnings and threats tied to his anti-Hezbollah stance, raising fears of intimidation inside state institutions. Regional Threat Outlook: Israel’s National Security Council warned of rising terror threats to Israelis and Jews abroad ahead of the High Holy Days, pointing to Iran and proxies as the main driver. US-Iran Maritime Tensions: The wider Iran–US conflict spilled into shipping again after US strikes on Iranian-linked tankers, with Iran threatening broader retaliation and warning against further escalation. Diplomacy & De-escalation Signals: Lebanon’s PM held calls with regional counterparts on de-escalation, while Qatar and the Arab League council discussed Iran, Gaza, and Lebanon-related developments.