Iran Strikes Haifa, Israel Progresses In Lebanon Russia-Ukraine Stalled

Israel-Hezbollah

Israeli operations in southern Lebanon have accelerated over the past 48 hours, with advances now occurring across multiple axes, signalling a coordinated effort to collapse Hezbollah’s defensive network rather than isolate individual towns. In the central sector, the IDF pushed across the border near Menara, rapidly clearing Meiss El Jabal before driving north toward Chaqra. Parallel gains were made further east, where Israeli forces expanded control around Houla, Markaba, and the surrounding high ground, tightening their grip on key observation points. The most significant breakthrough came along the Kfarkela–Marjaayoun axis. Israeli units cleared Aadaysit Marjaayoun, seized Rab El Thalathine, and then exploited the momentum north into Taybeh. Rather than a slow urban grind, forces bypassed central resistance, taking the northern sections before pivoting inward. Taybeh is now close to full control. From there, operations extended west into Deir Seryan, Qanatra, and Aadchit El Qsair, widening the penetration.

To the northeast, heavy fighting continues in Khiam. Israeli forces have entered and largely secured the eastern, central, and parts of the northern sectors, with demolition operations ongoing. Hezbollah remains active, continuing rocket fire on Israeli positions despite territorial losses. Along the eastern flank, advances near Halta and toward Chebaa — including movement from the Syrian side — indicate a broader attempt to pressure Hezbollah from multiple directions simultaneously.On the coastal axis, Israeli units have secured al-Bayada and pushed inland toward Shamaa, creating a two-pronged threat that has effectively compromised Hezbollah’s defensive cohesion in the area. Pockets of resistance remain, but organised lines appear to be fragmenting. Overall, roughly 40 km² has shifted in Israel’s favour. The tempo and structure of these advances suggest a transition from probing operations to sustained territorial consolidation.

AMK, Theti Mapping, Suriyak and LebanonMonitor on X / Telegram were sources today for Lebanon-Israel

Iran Conflict Overall

Overnight US-Israeli strikes hit Tehran and other Iranian cities, with power infrastructure specifically targeted in the capital. The attacks caused a blackout, which Iranian authorities say has since been restored. The USS Tripoli has arrived in the region carrying 3,500 additional US Marines, and the Washington Post (citing unnamed Pentagon officials) reports preparations underway for weeks of possible ground operations in Iran, potentially involving special forces and conventional infantry, though falling short of a full-scale invasion. Iran has managed to successfully target Haifa port and refinery facilities. The same facilities we saw being hit last year when interceptors were running low.

Trump said in an interview he wanted to "take the oil in Iran," while simultaneously claiming, "We'll make a deal with them, I'm pretty sure." Pakistan remains the key diplomatic broker: Islamabad hosted talks on Sunday and says it is preparing for "meaningful talks" in coming days. Trump has claimed Iran agreed to "most of" a 15-point US peace framework, though Tehran's position remains ambiguous. Though Iran continues to say nothing has been agreed.

Iran's IRGC issued a deadline of March 30 (today) demanding the US condemn strikes on Iranian universities or face expanded attacks on American university campuses in the Gulf, including Texas A&M and Northwestern in Qatar and NYU in the UAE.

Brent crude up over 50% since the war began — the IEA calling it the biggest oil supply shock in history. Prices have reached over $115, as Ethiopia is another country to enact some form of rationing. Sources available upon request AMK, Theti Mapping, Suriyak and LebanonMonitor on X / Telegram were sources today for Lebanon-Israel Thorskill for Huliaipole frontline