Shifting back to the Mideast, the conflict between Israel and…

Shifting back to the Mideast, the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah intensifies significantly: Israel has announced the immediate closure of all schools throughout its northern territories. This decisive and widespread action follows a dramatic increase in rocket fire and cross-border attacks unequivocally attributed to Hezbollah. The move signals a serious escalation in an already volatile border region, forcing thousands of students and educators into safety protocols and altering daily life for numerous civilian populations.