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Mass Displacement in Lebanon After Intensified Israeli Evacuation Warnings

                                                     Displaced people walk outside a school-turned-shelter, in Beirut Tens of thousands of Lebanese civilians have been forced into shelters after what officials described as “unprecedented” evacuation warnings issued by the Israeli military. Local authorities estimate that around 100,000 people have fled their homes in southern Lebanon within a short period, seeking safety in schools, public buildings, and makeshift community centers. The warnings follow a sharp escalation in cross‑border hostilities, with Israeli forces expanding the areas they instructed residents to evacuate. Lebanese municipalities and humanitarian groups say the pace and scale of displacement have overwhelmed available shelter capacity, leaving many families without adequate access to food, medical care, or basi...
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Steady Hands: Federal Reserve Holds Rates Amid Economic Uncertainty

The Federal Reserve is expected to maintain its current interest rates as officials seek a clearer picture of the U.S. economy’s trajectory. With conflicting signals—ranging from a slowdown in first-quarter GDP to strong employment data—policymakers are opting for caution rather than immediate action.  

Investors anticipate that the Fed will keep rates within the 4.25%-4.50% range until at least July. While inflation has shown signs of easing, underlying price pressures remain, and the impact of President Trump’s tariffs on consumer costs is still unfolding.  

Fed Chair Jerome Powell has emphasized the need for patience, acknowledging the uncertainty surrounding fiscal policies and their potential economic consequences. As the central bank waits for more definitive data, markets remain watchful for any shifts in monetary policy that could influence borrowing costs and economic growth.

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