Hanine El Sayed
Coverage of Hanine El Sayed in the Nexus archive.
- Early Edition: July 1, 2026
President Trump considered escalating military action against Iran but opted for continued diplomatic negotiations, with officials noting flexibility on a nuclear deal deadline. Oman proposed a voluntary fee system for shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, while Saudi Arabia blocked a U.S. operation there, prompting U.S. threats to reduce military support. In Lebanon, 400,000 displaced people have returned to southern regions amid ongoing Israeli military presence.
- Hundreds of thousands of Lebanese head home as fighting eases, many still stranded
Approximately 400,000 Lebanese displaced by conflict have returned to southern Lebanon amid a lull in fighting between Israel and Hezbollah, though around 1 million people remain displaced with many still in shelters or temporary housing. A government minister stated more returns are expected in the coming week.