The Iraqi government condemned large-scale Israeli bombardment in Lebanon, claiming it shows Israel's intent to undermine the US-Iran truce. Despite the ceasefire, Israel continued targeting Hezbollah sites, resulting in casualties in Lebanon. Iran indicated it might boycott US negotiations if the truce does not extend to Lebanon.
US President Trump signaled closed-door talks on the Iran crisis, while the IRGC claimed US warships retreated into the Indian Ocean. Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon resulted in at least 89 deaths and 700 injuries. Regional tensions are escalating, with Iranian-backed drone attacks causing damage to key oil facilities in Kuwait.
Tensions are rising as Israel continues operations against Hezbollah in Lebanon despite a ceasefire between the US and Iran. Iran has warned it may resume missile attacks on Israel if Israeli operations against Hezbollah persist. The current situation is in a partial truce, raising concerns that a miscalculation could lead to broader escalation.
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu backed the US-proposed two-week pause on strikes against Iran. However, he stated that the deal does not cover fighting against Hezbollah in Lebanon. This suggests that despite efforts to de-escalate in the Middle East, military risks remain in specific areas.
Despite a truce agreement between the US and Iran easing market tension, the situation escalated as Israel launched massive strikes on Lebanon. Iran retaliated by hitting oil facilities in Gulf neighbors like Kuwait and the UAE with missiles and drones. The Strait of Hormuz remains closed, though peace talks are being discussed for a potential resolution.
Despite a US-Iran two-week ceasefire, Israel warned that strikes against Lebanon would continue. Israeli PM Netanyahu stated that Lebanon was excluded from the truce, while Hezbollah agreed to halt attacks on Israel. French President Macron urged Lebanon's inclusion, though Pakistan claimed the deal covered Israeli-Hezbollah fighting.
The program will cover the latest on the provisional and fragile ceasefire between the US and Iran. Israeli strikes continue in Lebanon, putting the ceasefire at risk. The broadcast will provide key events and analysis across Europe.
Iran's Quds Force commander warned of a 'regret-inducing' response to Israel over deadly strikes in Lebanon. Despite a recent truce announcement by the US President mediated by Pakistan, Iran stated it would not join further talks unless Lebanon is formally included. Israeli strikes continued in Lebanon, while Iran has previously restricted tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz.
Israel launched major attacks on Lebanon, killing at least 250 people. Iran claims these new attacks violate the ceasefire agreement with the United States. However, Israel's Prime Minister insists the temporary agreement does not cover Hezbollah.
Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon threaten to derail the US-Iran two-week ceasefire deal. Israel and the US claim the Lebanon attacks are outside the ceasefire scope, while others emphasize a halt to all hostilities. This escalating tension raises uncertainty ahead of talks for a permanent settlement.