Israeli Foreign Minister stated that the temporary US-Iran ceasefire does not extend to Lebanon. While the US and Iran announced a truce to end the war started on February 28, Israel excluded Lebanon from it. Israeli forces have launched large-scale strikes in Lebanon despite the truce, escalating tensions.
Iran's foreign minister stated that a ceasefire must include Lebanon to resolve the Middle East crisis. Lebanon's PM condemned Israeli strikes, accusing them of killing civilians. Shipping in the Strait of Hormuz remains uncertain, with full normalization hindered by insurance and sanctions issues.
Following a US-Iran ceasefire agreement, Israel launched massive airstrikes across Lebanon, resulting in hundreds of casualties. The Lebanese parliament condemned the attacks as a 'full-fledged war crime' and called for international action. Hezbollah indicated it has the right to respond, labeling the Israeli strikes a violation of the truce.
Following a truce announcement between the US and Iran, Israel launched massive airstrikes across Lebanon, killing over 254 people. Israel stated the attacks targeted Hezbollah command centers, but Lebanon condemned the action as a war crime. US President Trump stated that Lebanon was separate and not included in the truce agreement, complicating the situation.
Israeli PM Netanyahu demanded that all enriched uranium remaining in Iran must leave either through an agreement or renewed military action. He stressed that the temporary ceasefire is not the end of the war, and Israel is ready to resume combat at any moment. Furthermore, Israel claims the truce does not cover Hezbollah, continuing military operations in Lebanon.
Iran's government demands clarity from the US regarding the ceasefire agreement amid ongoing Israeli attacks on Lebanon. Iran insists the US must choose between a ceasefire or continued war via Israel. Although the pact includes the temporary reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, mutual accusations and threats persist between Israel and Iran.
Hezbollah and Iran's IRGC issued strong warnings to the US and Israel following renewed strikes on Lebanon. Both groups accused Israel of violating ceasefire commitments and committing mass killings of civilians. This military escalation raises fears of a broader regional war.
Iran warned the US that it must choose between a ceasefire or continued war via Israel. Tehran stated it would withdraw from the truce if Israel continues to violate it through attacks on Lebanon. This reflects Iran's hardline stance on the ceasefire announced by US President Trump with Pakistani mediation.
Iran threatened to cancel the ceasefire agreement if Israeli strikes against Hezbollah continue. US President Donald Trump clarified that while Iran's 10-point proposal is a basis for talks, the Hezbollah issue is outside the deal's scope. Iran warned it could re-block the Strait of Hormuz unless Israel ceases its actions.
Iran's Revolutionary Guards warned of a 'regret-inducing response' if Israel does not halt its attacks on Lebanon. Israel continued its strikes, asserting the US-Iran truce did not cover Lebanon. The Israeli military's large-scale strikes in Lebanon resulted in 112 deaths and 837 injuries.