Houthis announced a naval blockade of the Bab el-Mandeb Strait in retaliation for Saudi strikes, threatening energy markets. This comes as the US and Iran exchange fire for a 10th day, and a separate Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire holds.
US-Iran talks were delayed due to fighting between Israel and Hezbollah. Iran closed the Strait of Hormuz, and Trump threatened military action against Iran if needed. Vance expressed confidence in achieving peace in Lebanon despite strategic disagreements.
Iran's IRGC Navy announced closure of the Strait of Hormuz, citing US bad faith and Israeli strikes in Lebanon. Maritime traffic monitoring showed continued transit, disputed by the US. Tensions rise as US-Iran talks are set to begin, with fighting persisting in Lebanon.
US-Iran talks in Switzerland to implement a peace deal were cancelled as Hezbollah targeted Israeli forces and Israel conducted airstrikes in south Lebanon. The cancellation occurred amidst the most violent exchanges between Israel and Hezbollah since the last ceasefire.
Lebanese Americans in metro Detroit are organizing fundraisers and sending personal earnings to support family and communities displaced by the Israel-Hezbollah conflict, grappling with guilt and helplessness as they witness the crisis unfold from afar.
The US House of Representatives voted to end the Iran war, while escalating conflict between Israel and Hezbollah continues. Iran warned of wider war if Beirut is attacked, and Kuwait reported intercepting Iranian missiles and drones.
Negotiations between the US and Iran aimed at ending hostilities have reportedly stalled, according to Iran's Fars news agency citing sources. Despite US President Trump's mediation efforts, the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah continues, hardening Iran's stance in support of Hezbollah. Both nations engaged in retaliatory attacks, with the US military disabling an Iranian-bound tanker and targeting the Strait of Hormuz.
Despite Donald Trump's claims of a ceasefire, Israel and Hezbollah have intensified their conflict. New attacks and deadly Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon highlight the ongoing escalation, with analysts questioning the feasibility of a purely military solution.
Negotiations between the US and Iran aimed at ending conflict have reportedly stalled, according to Iranian sources. Despite US President Trump's mediation efforts, the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hezbollah, supported by Iran, has hardened Tehran's stance.
The Israeli army announced the death of a captain and injuries to 7 soldiers in southern Lebanon. Meanwhile, Hezbollah reportedly agreed to a US proposal for a mutual cessation of attacks with Israel, drawing sharp criticism of Israeli PM Netanyahu from the opposition.
US President Donald Trump announced he mediated a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah, stating both sides agreed to halt hostilities. He also emphasized ongoing peace talks with Iran, aiming to prevent the conflict from derailing a potential deal and stabilize oil prices.
The US and Iran are reportedly close to a 60-day ceasefire agreement that would reopen the Strait of Hormuz, allow Iran to resume oil exports, and include talks on curbing its nuclear program, according to Axios.
Israel announced measures to counter Hezbollah drones, while strikes in southern Lebanon resulted in casualties, including a Palestinian Islamic Jihad leader and his daughter. An Israeli officer was seriously injured. Lebanon's Health Ministry reported 5 deaths and 15 injuries from Israeli raids.
