Warnings issued for communities deep within Israeli territory as firefighting teams battle multiple blazes; Arab media report widespread panic in Beirut; Arab officials urge terror group to delay any action against Israel until after August 15

The $3.5 billion the US is set to transfer is part of a resolute US stance to protect Israel should Iranian strike materialize; While the Islamic Republic has made it clear it will strike, they're equally hopeful it won't damage ceasefire prospects in Gaza

Army casts doubt on Palestinian and Hamas claims of dozens of casualties, which sparked global condemnation, citing pre- and post-strike footage showing minimal damage to targeted site

Since October 7, residents face dual fears: potential breaches of flimsy barbed wire fence with Jordan and rising crime against farmers; locals say IDF resources stretched thin, and police presence scarce

‘While war is not inevitable, US will defend Israel if it were attacked,’ Pentagon vows amid fears of Iranian attack; Biden sends military reinforcements to region, including stealth jets, amphibious assault ship and carrier near Iran; Red Sea also covered