Israel-Lebanon Truce Watch: Israeli troops withdrew from parts of southern Lebanon under a U.S.-mediated ceasefire framework, with Lebanon’s army moving into “pilot zones” after President Joseph Aoun’s White House visit aimed at pushing Hezbollah disarmament and a wider Israeli pullback. White House Dealmaking: Trump told Aoun the U.S. will help Lebanon “a lot,” and the meeting produced a major practical shift: U.S. carriers can resume direct flights to Lebanon after a 40-plus year gap. Middle East Risk for Business: With the U.S.-Iran conflict escalating and Houthis warning of Red Sea disruption, shipping and oil-market volatility remains a live threat to regional trade and costs. Israel Security & Crime: Tel Aviv police arrested an additional suspect in the Japanika grenade attack case in Kiryat Ono, continuing a crackdown tied to the Musli crime family. Israel Politics & Voters: A poll suggests the main electoral battle will be over Israel’s centrist voters, while a key leftist party’s platform avoids the word “occupation.” Global Markets: Stocks rallied broadly, with the Dow jumping as inflation expectations cooled and AI optimism lifted tech-heavy trading. Defense-Tech & Investment: Duns 100 ranked Israel’s defense-tech ecosystem, mapping 60 firms and highlighting continued funding momentum despite conflict. Netherlands Settlement Trade Ban: The Netherlands approved a decree banning imports and related services tied to “unlawful” Israeli settlements from Sept. 22, adding pressure as EU-wide sanctions stall. Malaysia Digital Status: Malaysia moved to revoke NSO Malaysia’s “Malaysia Digital” status after local authorities revoked its business license over compliance and premises issues, amid allegations of Israeli-linked activity. Israel Health Tech: Rapid Medical said the FDA cleared its DRIVEWIRE™ 35 steerable guidewire for stroke and other intravascular procedures.