– US Secretary of State Antony Blinken warns of potential attacks by Iran and Hezbollah on Israel within 24 to 48 hours
– Iran and Hezbollah have pledged to retaliate for the killing of top leaders of Hamas and Hezbollah
– US urges G7 allies to use diplomatic pressure to prevent escalation and avert regional war
– G7 expresses deep concern over heightened tensions in the Middle East and calls for restraint on all sides
– US sends additional military forces to Middle East in anticipation of retaliatory attacks, insists deployment is defensive
– Israeli Defence Minister warns of heavy price if attacked, General Michael Kurilla reportedly set to arrive in Israel to finalize preparations
– Growing list of countries advising citizens to leave Lebanon due to volatile security situation, including Japan, Saudi Arabia, and France.