The US conducted a 13th consecutive night of strikes on Iran, targeting command centers and drone storage facilities. The price of oil exceeded $100 per barrel for the first time since May after Houthi attacks on Saudi tankers.
The next round of peace talks between Israel and Lebanon will take place in Rome on August 4. The framework agreement provides for the disarmament of Hezbollah and the withdrawal of Israeli troops from southern Lebanon.
The European Union Aviation Safety Agency has added Jordan to the list of countries banned for flights. The reason was the rapid deterioration of the security situation due to military activity.
US Central Command struck Iranian military centers and logistics to weaken threats to shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran warned of retaliatory measures, and Trump threatened strikes on a nuclear facility.
Two Lebanese Red Cross paramedics were injured as a result of a mine explosion in southern Lebanon. The incident occurred during the search for a missing person in a mined area of Zawtar.
Nearly 100 American soldiers have been wounded since July 7 amid the conflict with Iran. The US has launched new strikes on Iran, targeting command centers and naval infrastructure.
The Israel Defense Forces have launched a pilot program for a partial withdrawal of troops from southern Lebanon, handing over control of three villages to the Lebanese army. Israel does not plan to fully leave the region until Hezbollah is disarmed.
The UNESCO World Heritage Committee is considering adding Chersonesus Taurica in occupied Crimea to the list of sites in danger. The landmark is threatened by illegal excavations and construction.
Joseph Aoun arrived in Washington for a meeting with Donald Trump at the White House. On the agenda are security and the situation in the region amid tensions between Israel and Hezbollah.
U. S. President Donald Trump has intensified airstrikes on Iran and threatened broader escalation. Analysts believe that the intensification of attacks is unlikely to force Tehran into concessions.
In Rome, negotiations between Lebanon and Israel mediated by the United States have concluded. A US official reported progress in implementing the pilot zone plan, which envisions the withdrawal of Israeli troops.
The US struck Iran's coastal defense systems and cruise missile storage facilities in the Strait of Hormuz. In response, Iran threatens to halt the export of regional energy carriers.
U. S. President Donald Trump, during a phone call, urged Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to begin withdrawing Israeli troops from Syria and Lebanon. According to Axios, Netanyahu is unlikely to take significant steps due to the elections.
Coalition leader Ofir Katz confirmed that the elections will take place on October 27. This is the first nationwide election after the Hamas attack in 2023.
The Iranian delegation at the negotiations in Switzerland protested against verbal threats from US President Donald Trump. Trump threatened to take control of the Strait of Hormuz if no agreement is reached.
US intelligence agencies have warned the Trump administration that Netanyahu is likely to undermine efforts toward a deal with Iran through military actions in Lebanon. The political survival of the Israeli prime minister is tied to escalation against Hezbollah.
U. S. Vice President JD Vance has postponed a planned visit to Switzerland for talks with Iran on its nuclear program due to complex logistical circumstances. Iran is also delaying the dispatch of its delegation because of Israeli strikes on Lebanon.
Israel's Ambassador to the UN expressed confidence in US President Trump in negotiations with Iran. Israel expects an agreement that will prevent Tehran from obtaining nuclear capabilities.
U. S. President Donald Trump stated his expectation of a complete ceasefire on all fronts, including Lebanon, Hezbollah, and Israel. The United States and Iran signed a preliminary agreement that launches a 60-day negotiation period.
The US has released a memorandum with Iran on a ceasefire and the lifting of sanctions. The agreement provides for 300 billion dollars for development and the renunciation of nuclear weapons.
Von der Leyen welcomed the US-Iran agreement and called for the opening of the Strait of Hormuz. She also emphasized the importance of a ceasefire in Lebanon.
The US-Iran agreement has reduced the intensity of fighting in Lebanon, but Israel is not withdrawing its troops. Authorities are urging displaced persons not to return home yet.
The parties agreed on a complete ceasefire and the lifting of the naval blockade. The official signing of the agreement will take place on June 19 in Switzerland.
The IDF eliminated Ali Musa Daqduq in southern Lebanon. He organized operations against Israel and attacked American forces in 2007.
Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf believes that the Israeli strike on Beirut undermines US commitments. Iran insists on including Lebanon in the peace agreement.
Trump is preparing a deal with Iran and has urged Netanyahu to end the war. Israel is skeptical about peace but cannot prevent the U.S. decision.
Hezbollah claims Iran is demanding Lebanon's inclusion in any agreement with the US. A ceasefire document could be signed as early as this coming Sunday.
The memorandum provides for the unblocking of the Strait of Hormuz and the lifting of sanctions on oil sales. The parties have also agreed on a 60-day ceasefire.
The war in Iran and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz have caused food prices to rise. The UN warns of the risk of mass starvation due to a funding deficit.
The IDF has ordered the evacuation of residents in the city of Tyre due to Hezbollah rocket launches. The historic Al-Hara quarter, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is under threat.
