Trump Threatens Iran as Ceasefire Collapses Into Strikes
Iran's IRGC struck US military facilities in Kuwait and Bahrain on Sunday for a third straight day, while Trump threatened Iran would "no longer exist" if the US resumes full war.
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Israel Hits Lebanon as US-Iran Deal Nears Signing
Israel struck targets in southern Lebanon on Saturday as the US announced a nuclear deal with Iran is scheduled to be signed on Sunday. The parallel developments create direct tension between American diplomacy and Israeli military operations in the region.
Israel Seizes Beaufort Castle in Deepest Lebanon Incursion Since 1982
Israeli forces captured Beaufort Castle and its ridge in southern Lebanon on Sunday, the country's deepest ground incursion in 26 years. The move escalates an already active conflict, as a formal ceasefire has gone unobserved since April 17 and Washington-brokered talks continue with uncertain results.
Israel Kills 24 in Lebanon; Iran Silent on US Plan
Israel killed at least 24 people in Lebanon strikes on day 72 of the war, while Iran has yet to respond to a U.S. proposal to end the conflict. Tehran's silence blocks any broader regional ceasefire and keeps oil market risk premiums elevated.
US Awaits Iran Reply as Lebanon Strikes Kill 31
Israeli strikes killed 31 people in southern Lebanon on Friday, including a rescue worker, Lebanon's National News Agency reported. The strikes come as the US awaits Iran's reply to a peace proposal, with reported clashes near the Strait of Hormuz adding pressure on energy markets and diplomacy.
Israel Strikes Beirut, Breaking April Ceasefire
Israel struck Beirut's southern suburbs for the first time since a US-brokered ceasefire took effect on April 16, breaking the truce. The attack raises serious doubts about the ceasefire's durability and puts US diplomatic credibility in the region under pressure.
Israel Strikes Lebanon After Ceasefire Collapses
Israeli strikes have killed at least 14 people in south Lebanon after the Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire broke down. Israel has warned civilians to leave towns beyond the existing buffer zone, pointing to a possible expansion of military operations. The situation risks wider displacement and renewed escalation along the
Israel Orders Evacuations in Southern Lebanon Amid Ceasefire Row
Israel has issued forced evacuation orders for parts of southern Lebanon, escalating tensions under the existing ceasefire. Israeli PM Netanyahu accused Hezbollah of undermining the truce, a charge Hezbollah rejected. The standoff raises the risk of renewed military conflict along the Israel-Lebanon border.
Israel Vows Forceful Hezbollah Strikes After Lebanon Deaths
Israel has declared it will strike Hezbollah forcefully, with four people killed in Israeli strikes on southern Lebanon. The warning signals a potential escalation on Israel's northern front, which has seen sustained cross-border fire since late 2023. A broader flare-up could draw regional actors deeper into the
Israel Establishes 'Yellow Line' Buffer in Southern Lebanon
The Israeli military said Saturday its troops in southern Lebanon identified fighters who crossed north of a newly established 'Yellow Line,' a Gaza-style boundary defining ceasefire enforcement zones. Israel framed the crossing as a ceasefire violation, asserting the right to respond. The durability of the ceasefire
France Blames Hezbollah for Peacekeeper Death in Lebanon
France has blamed Hezbollah for the killing of a French UNIFIL peacekeeper in Lebanon. Hezbollah denied involvement and called for caution pending a Lebanese army investigation. The inquiry's findings will determine whether Paris escalates its response or the dispute remains contained diplomatically.
Lebanon Pursues Permanent Deals After Israel Ceasefire
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun announced Lebanon is entering a 'new phase' following its ceasefire with Israel, with Beirut pursuing 'permanent agreements' to formalize the truce. The move signals Lebanon's intent to reassert state authority over southern territory long operating outside central government control.
Trump Expects Iran War Deal Soon, Weekend Talks Possible
President Trump expressed confidence that a deal to end the Iran war could be reached soon, while a 10-day Lebanon-Israel truce took effect. Trump also urged Hezbollah to hold its fire, with both sides in the Iran talks potentially meeting this weekend.
Displaced Lebanese Cautious as Israel-Hezbollah Ceasefire Begins
A ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah has come into effect, but displaced Lebanese civilians are reluctant to return home pending clarity on the agreement's terms and safety on the ground. The gap between diplomatic announcement and local conditions is delaying any meaningful movement of evacuees back to
Trump Brokers 10-Day Israel-Lebanon Ceasefire
President Trump announced a 10-day Israel-Lebanon ceasefire, set to begin at 5 P.M. EST, following direct calls with Prime Minister Netanyahu and President Aoun. The pause comes after Israeli operations have killed more than 2,100 people in Lebanon and displaced over 1.2 million. Trump said he would invite both leaders
Aoun Declares Lebanon Sovereignty Amid Israel Ceasefire
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun declared Lebanon is no longer a regional pawn, pledging to defend national sovereignty amid an ongoing ceasefire with Israel. The statement signals an effort to reframe state authority after years of proxy conflict dynamics involving Hezbollah and regional powers.
Lebanon Ceasefire Raises Prospect of US-Iran Talks
Al Jazeera's Tohid Asadi examines whether the Lebanon ceasefire could open a pathway to US-Iran diplomatic talks. With Hezbollah's regional role constrained, both Washington and Tehran face a reconfigured strategic environment that may shift incentives for direct engagement.
Lebanese return to devastated south as fragile 10-day truce takes hold
Lebanese civilians are returning to southern Lebanon under a 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah, though the truce is explicitly temporary and fragile. Hezbollah warned it remains ready to respond to any Israeli violations, keeping operational tension high. The agreement leaves core disputes unresolved,
Trump Ceasefire Surprises Israel, Skepticism Persists
A Trump-brokered ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah caught Israeli officials by surprise, the BBC's Lucy Williamson reports. Few Israelis regard the truce as a lasting resolution, raising questions about its durability and whether military pressure could resume. The agreement's enforceability and how Israeli
Israel-Lebanon Ceasefire Sends Stocks to Records
Israeli and Lebanese forces agreed to a ceasefire, triggering record highs in global equities and a rally in oil prices. The deal reduces immediate risk of broader regional conflict that had suppressed risk appetite. Market durability depends on ceasefire compliance and diplomatic follow-through.
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Trump threatens to annihilate Iran after tit-for-tat attacks, recriminations over peace deal violations
Iran's IRGC struck US military facilities in Kuwait and Bahrain on Sunday for a third straight day, while Trump threatened Iran would "no longer exist" if the US resumes full war.
1mo ago · 4 min · Global Affairs
Israel attacks Lebanon as US says Iran deal to be signed on Sunday
Israel struck targets in southern Lebanon on Saturday as the US announced a nuclear deal with Iran is scheduled to be signed on Sunday. The parallel developments create direct tension between American diplomacy and Israeli military operations in the region.
2mo ago · 3 min · Global Affairs
Israel captures Lebanon's medieval Beaufort Castle in 'deepest incursion in 26 years'
Israeli forces captured Beaufort Castle and its ridge in southern Lebanon on Sunday, the country's deepest ground incursion in 26 years. The move escalates an already active conflict, as a formal ceasefire has gone unobserved since April 17 and Washington-brokered talks continue with uncertain results.
2mo ago · 4 min · Global Affairs
Iran war day 72: Tehran yet to reply to US plan; Israel bombs Lebanon
Israel killed at least 24 people in Lebanon strikes on day 72 of the war, while Iran has yet to respond to a U.S. proposal to end the conflict. Tehran's silence blocks any broader regional ceasefire and keeps oil market risk premiums elevated.
3mo ago · 2 min · Global Affairs
Iran war live: US expects Tehran’s reply to peace deal; ‘clashes’ in Hormuz
Israeli strikes killed 31 people in southern Lebanon on Friday, including a rescue worker, Lebanon's National News Agency reported. The strikes come as the US awaits Iran's reply to a peace proposal, with reported clashes near the Strait of Hormuz adding pressure on energy markets and diplomacy.
3mo ago · 2 min · Global Affairs
Lebanon Latest Israeli strikes Beirut despite ‘ceasefire’
Israel struck Beirut's southern suburbs for the first time since a US-brokered ceasefire took effect on April 16, breaking the truce. The attack raises serious doubts about the ceasefire's durability and puts US diplomatic credibility in the region under pressure.
3mo ago · 2 min · Global Affairs
Israeli strikes kill 14 in Lebanon as Israel warns residents to leave towns beyond 'buffer zone'
Israeli strikes have killed at least 14 people in south Lebanon after the Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire broke down. Israel has warned civilians to leave towns beyond the existing buffer zone, pointing to a possible expansion of military operations. The situation risks wider displacement and renewed escalation along the
4mo ago · 1 min · Global Affairs
Israel issues forced evacuation orders for southern Lebanon in escalation
Israel has issued forced evacuation orders for parts of southern Lebanon, escalating tensions under the existing ceasefire. Israeli PM Netanyahu accused Hezbollah of undermining the truce, a charge Hezbollah rejected. The standoff raises the risk of renewed military conflict along the Israel-Lebanon border.
4mo ago · 1 min · Global Affairs
Israel says it will attack Hezbollah 'forcefully' as four killed in strikes on southern Lebanon
Israel has declared it will strike Hezbollah forcefully, with four people killed in Israeli strikes on southern Lebanon. The warning signals a potential escalation on Israel's northern front, which has seen sustained cross-border fire since late 2023. A broader flare-up could draw regional actors deeper into the
4mo ago · 1 min · Global Affairs
Israel army says established Gaza-style 'Yellow Line' in Lebanon
The Israeli military said Saturday its troops in southern Lebanon identified fighters who crossed north of a newly established 'Yellow Line,' a Gaza-style boundary defining ceasefire enforcement zones. Israel framed the crossing as a ceasefire violation, asserting the right to respond. The durability of the ceasefire
4mo ago · 1 min · Global Affairs
France blames Hezbollah for French peacekeeper's death in Lebanon
France has blamed Hezbollah for the killing of a French UNIFIL peacekeeper in Lebanon. Hezbollah denied involvement and called for caution pending a Lebanese army investigation. The inquiry's findings will determine whether Paris escalates its response or the dispute remains contained diplomatically.
4mo ago · 1 min · Global Affairs
Lebanon president says working on 'permanent agreements' after Israel truce
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun announced Lebanon is entering a 'new phase' following its ceasefire with Israel, with Beirut pursuing 'permanent agreements' to formalize the truce. The move signals Lebanon's intent to reassert state authority over southern territory long operating outside central government control.
4mo ago · 1 min · Global Affairs
Trump says Iran war should end 'soon', both sides may meet at weekend
President Trump expressed confidence that a deal to end the Iran war could be reached soon, while a 10-day Lebanon-Israel truce took effect. Trump also urged Hezbollah to hold its fire, with both sides in the Iran talks potentially meeting this weekend.
4mo ago · 1 min · Global Affairs
Displaced Lebanese wary as ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah begins
A ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah has come into effect, but displaced Lebanese civilians are reluctant to return home pending clarity on the agreement's terms and safety on the ground. The gap between diplomatic announcement and local conditions is delaying any meaningful movement of evacuees back to
4mo ago · 1 min · Global Affairs
Trump says Israel, Lebanon have agreed to 10-day ceasefire
President Trump announced a 10-day Israel-Lebanon ceasefire, set to begin at 5 P.M. EST, following direct calls with Prime Minister Netanyahu and President Aoun. The pause comes after Israeli operations have killed more than 2,100 people in Lebanon and displaced over 1.2 million. Trump said he would invite both leaders
4mo ago · 2 min · Global Affairs
Lebanon president says country is no longer a pawn amid Israel ceasefire
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun declared Lebanon is no longer a regional pawn, pledging to defend national sovereignty amid an ongoing ceasefire with Israel. The statement signals an effort to reframe state authority after years of proxy conflict dynamics involving Hezbollah and regional powers.
4mo ago · 1 min · Global Affairs
Could the Lebanon ceasefire lead to US-Iran talks breakthrough?
Al Jazeera's Tohid Asadi examines whether the Lebanon ceasefire could open a pathway to US-Iran diplomatic talks. With Hezbollah's regional role constrained, both Washington and Tehran face a reconfigured strategic environment that may shift incentives for direct engagement.
4mo ago · 1 min · Global Affairs
Lebanese return to devastated south as fragile 10-day truce takes hold
Lebanese civilians are returning to southern Lebanon under a 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah, though the truce is explicitly temporary and fragile. Hezbollah warned it remains ready to respond to any Israeli violations, keeping operational tension high. The agreement leaves core disputes unresolved,
4mo ago · 1 min · Global Affairs
Trump's Lebanon ceasefire takes Israel by surprise
A Trump-brokered ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah caught Israeli officials by surprise, the BBC's Lucy Williamson reports. Few Israelis regard the truce as a lasting resolution, raising questions about its durability and whether military pressure could resume. The agreement's enforceability and how Israeli
4mo ago · 1 min · Global Affairs
Stocks hit record following Israel-Lebanon ceasefire, oil rallies
Israeli and Lebanese forces agreed to a ceasefire, triggering record highs in global equities and a rally in oil prices. The deal reduces immediate risk of broader regional conflict that had suppressed risk appetite. Market durability depends on ceasefire compliance and diplomatic follow-through.
4mo ago · 1 min · Markets