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  • "In line with the ceasefire in Lebanon, the passage for all commercial vessels through Strait of Hormuz is declared completely open for the remaining period of ceasefire, on the coordinated route as already announced by Ports and Maritime Organization of the Islamic [Republic] of Iran," Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said in a post on the X social media platform..
  • The declaration of the ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon was applauded by the International Rescue Committee (IRC), which described it as "a critical and long-overdue reprieve for civilians who have endured weeks of unrelenting violence."
  • The ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon has been welcomed by UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, who expressed optimism that it will lay the groundwork for long-term stability in the Middle East.
  • As part of an earlier two-week ceasefire deal between Tehran and the United States to pause the conflict in the Middle East, Iran's Foreign Ministry praised the ceasefire reached by Israel and Lebanon.
  • At midnight local time on Friday, gunfire broke out in the southern suburbs of Beirut as a ceasefire with Israel came into effect.
  • The Lebanese Ministry of Public Health estimates that since March 2, Israeli forces have killed at least 2,196 civilians and injured another 7,185.
  • The Lebanese government urges people not return back to their homes in southern Lebanon, despite Israel and Lebanon have reached a 10-day ceasefire.
  • The United States is "very close" to a deal with Iran, President Donald Trump told reporters outside the White House.

Tag: Animals

January 1, 2026

Icelandic Sheepdog

The only native small-to-medium-sized dog breed in Iceland, the Icelandic Sheepdog has thick, double coats and pointed ears and has a very bushy tail.

December 31, 2025

Hygen Hound Dog Breed

Originating in Norway, the Hygen Hound is a medium-sized short-coated scenthound breed.Hygen Hounds have short, straight, glossy coats that are either red-brown or yellow-red with black shading and occasionally white markings.

December 30, 2025

Kerry Blue Terrier

The Irish Blue Terrier, or Kerry Blue Terrier, is a breed that originated in Ireland’s County Kerry.This dog breed is a compact, muscular, medium-sized dog.

December 29, 2025

Elo Dog Breed

The Elo is a new breed of dog developed in Germany crossed between Eurasiers and Old English Sheepdogs that usually has medium-length coats and thick undercoats that shield them from inclement weather.

December 27, 2025

Meet Some World Record Holders in...

The world’s tallest dog, a Great Dane named Reggie, and the shortest dog, a Chihuahua Pearl from the United States, first came together in April.Pearl is only 3.59 inches (9.14 cm) tall, while Reggie is 3 feet 3 inches (1.007 meters) to the withers.

December 26, 2025

Aidi Dog Breed

Native to North Africa’s Atlas Mountains, the Aidi dog breed is used as a livestock guardian to keep heard of sheep and goats safe.The Aidi is a medium-sized dog breed with a lean, muscular build.

December 25, 2025

Central Asian Shepherd (CAS) Dog Breed

The Central Asian Shepherd (CAS) is a large, muscular dog that resembles a mastiff. There are two types of the dense coat: long and short.The colors of coats include fawn, brindle, white, gray, and black. These dogs usually have two or three colors including white and brindle markings.

December 23, 2025

The Shikoku Dog Breed

The Shikoku dog is a medium-sized Japanese spitz breed.They have short, upward-curling tails, sharp ears, and thick coat.His undercoat is dense and silky, while his outside coat is straight and rough. His tail is covered in lengthy hair.

December 19, 2025

Puli Dog Breed

The medium-sized Puli dog breed is most known for its lengthy coat of cords.Puli were first used as guardians and herding dogs in Hungary.

December 18, 2025

Large Dog Grooming in Home

For a dog’s overall health and wellbeing, grooming is essential.Some large breeds have thick coats that, if neglected, have moisture, filth, and parasites.

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