Israel-Lebanon: Lebanon’s prime minister condemned Israeli strikes on Tyre and Nabatieh as “collective punishment,” citing damage to historic landmarks and threats to residents, while calling for an immediate ceasefire and full withdrawal. US-Iran diplomacy: Reports say the US and Iran have reached a tentative framework to extend the ceasefire by 60 days and begin nuclear talks, but Trump faces pressure from Iran hawks to “finish the job.” Higher education & rights: The US Justice Department sued the University of California over what it calls a hostile antisemitic environment for Jewish and Israeli students at UCLA, arguing Title VI violations. Education policy & language access: Cyprus’ University of Cyprus launched applications for its first English-language undergraduate degree, starting September, as part of wider legislative changes. Academic freedom controversy: ACSA says it is “resetting” publication and ethics processes after controversy over canceling a Palestine-themed issue of its architecture education journal. Regional education impact: A Gaza reconstruction analysis warns health care and education are poorly covered and that trauma support is missing. Campus polarization: Artists for Palestine urged major UK theatres to end partnerships with Bloomberg Philanthropies, alleging funding links to settlement governance training. Student safety: Kenya reported a deadly dormitory fire at Utumishi Girls School, killing at least 16 students.