Ceasefire in Lebanon goes into effect as Trump voices confidence in Iran deal (Thanks to Graydon for this one)
A pause in hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah, the Iran-backed paramilitary group in Lebanon, could help pave the way for a peace deal with Tehran. It was unclear if the agreement between Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the Lebanese government was being honored. Hezbollah, the Iranian-backed militia, acknowledged the temporary truce but did not say if it would abide by it.
Despite Cease-Fire, Iran’s Hackers Haven’t Logged Off
Tehran’s digital warriors have continued to seek ways to gain an advantage in the conflict in a new phase of cyberspace operations.
Iran Is Teaching Us Something About the American War Machine
Military superiority doesn't translate to victory in an age of cheap weaponry and asymmetric warfare.
White House Declines to Offer Congress an Estimate of Iran War Cost
Russell T. Vought, the White House budget director, said the fluctuating nature of the U.S.-Israeli war made it difficult to pinpoint expenses.
Pentagon Seeks Help From Ford and G.M.
Concerned about the slow pace and high cost of weapons production, Pentagon officials have begun talks with General Motors and Ford Motor about producing certain parts.
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| Celebratory gunfire illuminated the night sky over Lebanon early Friday after a cease-fire was to have taken effect between Israel and Lebanon.Hassan Ammar/Associated Press |
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| Russell T. Vought, the White House budget director, said he would not give an estimate of the cost of the conflict because he did not want to be inaccurate.Kenny Holston/The New York Times |
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| The Pentagon has met with Ford Motor and General Motors to gauge whether the auto industry may be able to help the military acquire vehicles, munitions and other hardware.Kenny Holston/The New York Times |
