Lebanon–Israel Displacement Watch: After a June 26 framework agreement paused fighting, hundreds of thousands began returning to southern Lebanon, but aid groups warn insecurity, damaged infrastructure, and Israeli restrictions are still slowing recovery for many families. Defense & Rights Debate: Elbit Systems says its “Tzayad” program generated 850,000 “real-time intel targets” and thousands of battle plans across Gaza and Lebanon—sparking backlash over automated targeting and civilian protections, even as the firm disputes the wording. Negotiations Under Fire: A new analysis argues U.S.-brokered talks can function as a tool of war, questioning what “sovereignty” really means for Lebanon when Hezbollah’s role and regional fronts are treated as bargaining chips. U.S.–Israel Tech Politics: Rep. Thomas Massie is pushing to strip NDAA Section 219/Section 224-style U.S.-Israel defense technology cooperation, warning it would lock the two militaries together in areas like AI and missile defense. Diaspora Culture: Lebanese stand-up comedian John Achkar brings Arabic-language comedy to Ottawa, using humor to connect a fractured diaspora through shared context and conversation. Education & Mobility: India’s higher-education sector reports a near 19% rise in foreign students over five years, with Lebanon listed among newer source countries. UK Travel Rules: The UK updated visa requirements, adding Lebanon to a growing list of countries whose travelers need visas for entry or transit.