Middle East
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Top Israeli generals favor ceasefire while Netanyahu opposes leaving Hamas in power: Report
There are about 120 Israelis being held as hostages in Gaza.
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Iranian presidential election goes into a runoff after reformist candidate gets the most votes
The runoff election will take place July 5.
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Ex-Israeli ambassador warns Lebanon may be dragged into war between Israel and Hezbollah
"There is no Lebanese army," former Ambassador Michael Oren said. "It's part of Hezbollah."