Israel's air force has targeted a Hezbollah facility in southern Lebanon, reportedly used for storing mid-range rockets, amid ongoing ceasefire tensions.
The Israeli military accused Hezbollah of violating the truce, which was intended to end over a year of conflict. In retaliation, Hezbollah lawmaker Hassan Fadlallah claimed that Israel was the one breaching the ceasefire agreement.
In trade developments, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum is pursuing a trade truce with U.S. President-elect Donald Trump. This initiative comes as both nations seek to stabilize economic relations ahead of Trump's administration.
In Canada, the Competition Bureau has initiated a lawsuit against Google, alleging the tech giant has engaged in anti-competitive practices related to its advertising monopoly. This legal action highlights ongoing scrutiny of major technology firms and their market influence.
Meanwhile, in Japan, rising inflation has sparked speculation about potential interest rate hikes, contributing to a strengthening of the yen. Economic analysts are closely monitoring these developments as they could have significant implications for global markets.