US-Israel-Iran War Latest News: The dispute among Israel, Iran and armed factions in the region remains a major force that shapes the security situation in the Middle East.
As the funeral of the assassinated supreme leader of Iran proceeds in Qom under the control of the Iranian government, military actions are ongoing in southern Lebanon and the occupied West Bank.
US-Israel-Iran War Latest News: Khamenei's Funeral Procession Moves to Qom
The state media of Iran reported that the remains of the deceased supreme leader were delivered to the holy city of Qom through a helicopter before the next phase of the mourning process. Thousands are going to take part in the religious processions before the funeral moves towards the cities of Najaf and Karbala in Iraq, which are considered significant pilgrim sites for Shias.
US-Israel-Iran War Latest News: Israeli Military Operations Expand Across Southern Lebanon
The artillery shelling from Israel is reported to have hit various towns such as Deir Siryan, Toulene, Qantara and Qabrikha. It has also been estimated by the Lebanese government that over 600,000 people still cannot return to their homes in southern Lebanon due to the continued military action. The figures from official estimates show that more than 90,000 houses have been damaged and destroyed while reconstruction of these houses is expected to cost over one billion dollars.
"This is hard for anyone to bear… watching your homes… your livelihoods destroyed… all your childhood memories gone," Sabra told Al Jazeera.
More than 90,000 homes, according to a government survey, have been damaged or destroyed, said Khodr. The reconstruction bill is estimated at more than $1 billion, money people there do not have, she added.
US-Israel-Iran War Latest News: Rising Tensions in the Occupied West Bank
The Israeli armed forces also stepped up their activities in some sections of the occupied West Bank region while these include detentions of Palestinian laborers, raids in many towns, demolition orders in East Jerusalem and land clearance for settlement infrastructure. There have been reports of clashes between settlers and the destruction of Palestinians' properties too.
US-Israel-Iran War Latest News: Khamenei's Funeral Timeline
- July 5, 2026: The Iranian Government declared the death of the Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and declared a state of mourning in Iran.
- July 6, 2026: Official funerals are underway, attended by thousands of mourners, senior government representatives, military leaders and religious leaders.
- July 6, 2026: The remains of Khamenei have been flown by helicopter to the holy city of Qom for the continuation of religious rituals.
- July 7, 2026: Religious prayers are planned in Qom on that day, with large numbers of people expected to attend the prayer at various religious sites such as Jamkaran Mosque.
- July 8, 2026 (Expected): The next part of the funeral procession will be to the holy city of Najaf in Iraq.
- July 9, 2026 (Expected): The final part of the funeral procession will take place in Karbala in Iraq.
Note: Dates for the events in Najaf and Karbala are based on the announced funeral schedule and remain subject to change by Iranian authorities.
US-Israel-Iran War Latest News: What's Next in Ongoing War
The ongoing violence highlights how military escalation is moving past conventional frontiers and putting civilian lives at the core of the problem. Massive displacements, destruction of critical infrastructure and increasing humanitarian requirements indicate that the lasting ramifications of war can only be seen. Displacement of hundreds of thousands and costs to recover running into billions of dollars make the need for regional and global endeavors towards de-escalation more pressing. It is now not just about military discipline but about diplomacy that can address the political and humanitarian aspects of the conflict.
Disclaimer: This article is based on publicly available reports at the time of writing. Developments may change as official updates emerge from all sides.