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6 stories from Middle East Affairs.
Explosions reported near Iran's Kharg Island oil terminal
A correspondent for Iran's semi-official Fars news agency reported hearing explosions of unknown origin near Kharg Island, a key oil export terminal, with unconfirmed reports of a missile strike on an Iranian tanker.
Israel releases first Lebanese prisoner as ceasefire talks stall
Israel released a Lebanese detainee on Thursday, the first of five civilians Israel agreed to free, as negotiations over a broader ceasefire framework show little progress.
More than 340,000 Lebanese remain displaced as new school year begins
More than 340,000 Lebanese remain displaced six months into the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah, with thousands living in schools converted to shelters as the academic year begins.
Lebanon seeks to assert independence from Iran and Israel
Lebanon's government has begun pushing back against both Iranian influence through Hezbollah and Israeli military encroachments in the south, declaring an Iranian ambassador persona non grata and insisting that regional powers treat it as a sovereign state.
Israeli forces expand control in southern Lebanese villages
Israeli forces have crossed their self-established boundary in southern Lebanon multiple times in recent weeks, rendering areas beyond the line inaccessible to Lebanese residents.
Israel expands footprint in occupied southern Lebanon
Israel is establishing new military bases and infrastructure in occupied southern Lebanon and taking steps to maintain a long-term presence despite a ceasefire agreement.
