National News Agency correspondent reported that the outskirts of the southern Lebanese town of Alma al-Shaab and the vicinity of the town of Dhaira have been subjected to hostile bombardment with phosphorus shells. Source: National News Agency - Lebanon His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has sent a cable of greetings to General David Hurley, Governor-General of Australia on his country's National Day. In the cable, His Majesty expressed his sincere sentiments and best wishes of good health and happiness to the Governor-General. His Majesty also wished the people of Australia further progress and prosperity. Source: Oman News Agency