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Your lookahead horoscope: February 1, 2026

  IF TODAY IS YOUR BIRTHDAY You’re not much for inner conflict – you are generally happy with who you are and what you want from life – but there will be times this year when doubts start creeping in. Use those doubts to push your expectations to a much higher level. ARIES (March 21 - April 20): Anyone who suggests that you might like to try a different method or routine is going to wish they had kept their mouth shut. You are in no mood to take advice or admit that you don’t know it all. Your ego won’t allow it. TAURUS (April 21 - May 21): If you have to make allowances for a loved one’s erratic behavior that’s the price you must pay for keeping things sweet on the home front. You can though be a positive influence on them by showing how to get things done without losing your cool. GEMINI (May 22 - June 21): You may be searching too hard for a solution to a problem that isn’t really much of a problem at all. The more others say you need to do something drastic the more you should ...

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Tensions Escalate as Israeli Ground Invasion of Lebanon Looms

 

In a significant escalation of regional tensions, Israel is preparing for an imminent ground invasion of southern Lebanon. This move comes after weeks of intense cross-border skirmishes and the recent killing of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah.

Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant has been vocal about the necessity of this operation, emphasizing the need to dismantle Hezbollah’s military infrastructure near the border. “The elimination of Nasrallah is an important step, but it is not the final one,” Gallant stated during a meeting with troops. He highlighted that the objective is to ensure the safety of northern Israeli communities, which have been under threat from Hezbollah’s rocket attacks.

The Biden administration has expressed concerns over the potential invasion, urging Israel to consider the broader implications. U.S. officials have warned that such an operation could bolster support for Hezbollah among the Lebanese population. Despite these warnings, Israel appears determined to proceed, with troop movements and preparations indicating that the invasion could commence at any moment.

The situation remains fluid, with both sides bracing for what could be a significant and prolonged conflict. The international community watches closely, hoping for a resolution that avoids further bloodshed and instability in the region.


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