Israel's war on Gaza, now in its 268th day, has killed at least 37,834 Palestinians — mostly women and children –– and wounded 86,858, with 10,000+ believed to be buried under the debris of bombed homes and 9,500 abducted by Tel Aviv.As cross-border attacks between Israel and Hezbollah intensify, mediators are working to prevent the situation from escalating into a wider war.
Iran and Israel traded threats on Saturday of what Iran said would be an “obliterating” war over Hezbollah. Hopes are lagging for a ceasefire in Israel's war in Gaza that would calm attacks by Hezbollah and other Iranian-allied militias. With the stalled talks in mind, American and European diplomats and other officials are delivering warnings to Hezbollah about taking on the military might of Israel, current and former diplomats say.