Iran-Israel war LIVE: Israel, Lebanon say extending ceasefire despite new strikes
🔴 Tension RisingThe Hindu2026-05-16
Israel and Lebanon agreed to extend a ceasefire and hold expanded talks on a political settlement, while Israel carried out new strikes. At least six people were killed and 22 were wounded in an Israeli strike on a civil defense center in southern Lebanon. US President Trump announced that Xi Jinping had offered China’s assistance in reopening the Strait of Hormuz, and Iran’s Foreign Minister Araghchi indicated a willingness to continue talks with the US.