The Israeli military announced Monday that soldiers were conducting ground operations in southern Lebanon against Hezbollah, amid its larger war against the militant organization's backer, Iran.

The weeklong fight over Iran’s next leader pitted the Revolutionary Guards against moderates. The generals won, but only over spirited resistance.

Crude oil stayed above $100 a barrel on Monday and Gulf countries reported more attacks by Iran as the war entered its third week, while share prices were mixed. A barrel of Brent crude, the international standard,

The player's departure shortly before midnight on Sunday leaves two of an initial seven squad members in Australia.

Pope Leo XIV called Sunday for an immediate ceasefire in the war involving Iran, urgently urging world leaders to halt violence after deadly strikes hit schools and civilian areas.

Asia’s top soccer body says Iran still plans to play at the men’s World Cup, despite the war and mixed signals from U.S. President Donald Trump. Asian Football Confederation general

The Israeli military said in a statement that the forces had "perceived an immediate threat to their safety and responded with gunfire."

France’s far right said it was gaining ground after the first round of municipal elections on March 15, with exit polls showing tight races across major cities. In Marseille, a deadlock between the left and far right has set up a high‑stakes run‑off seen as a key test ahead of next year’s presidential election.