Lebanon-Israel Pilot Zones: Lebanon’s Prime Minister says the Lebanese Armed Forces will begin deploying to two southern “pilot zones” as part of a U.S.-brokered framework, while Israel’s pullout timing remains unclear and Rome talks are set to move unresolved issues to technical teams. Medical Sector Under Fire: A Lebanese researcher behind Medicide says Israeli attacks have killed hundreds of healthcare workers since March 2, documenting how ambulances and medical groups have been treated as targets—fueling calls for “war medicine” training and protection. UNIFIL and Humanitarian Care: UNIFIL says reduced violence is letting peacekeepers support humanitarian access and help restore services like healthcare and water as families return to damaged areas in south Lebanon. Regional Health Risks from Conflict: Iran says U.S. strikes have hit civilian infrastructure and reports casualties, while Kuwait reports damage to a power and desalination plant—raising immediate public health concerns where drinking water depends on desalination. WHO Internship Access: WHO opened its Global Internship Programme to citizens of all 194 member states, including African countries, offering hands-on public health placements across Switzerland and country offices. Aging Care Research in Lebanon, NH: Dartmouth Health secured an $11.8M federal grant to launch a Center for Aging with Serious Illness, aiming to improve care for older adults with chronic conditions. Air Quality Alert: Wildfire smoke prompted major air-quality warnings in Pennsylvania, with officials urging residents to limit outdoor activity and canceling pools and events.