Israeli PM Netanyahu stated he and US President Trump act independently, prioritizing national interests. He vowed to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons, claiming Israeli operations have degraded Tehran's capabilities and removed an existential threat.
The Israeli military announced the elimination of Zaki Youssef Mahmoud Abu Mustafa, an Islamic Jihad Nukhba commander, and Mohammed Osama Abd al-Aziz Saba al-Eish, a Hamas Nukhba terrorist, in Gaza. Abu Mustafa was involved in the October 7th abduction from Kibbutz Nir Oz and rebuilding the group's capabilities.
US Vice President JD Vance arrived in Switzerland for negotiations with Iran, a day after Tehran declared the Strait of Hormuz closed. Talks involve mediators Pakistan and Qatar. Tensions escalated following an interim agreement to end hostilities, with Iran citing Israeli operations and US "bad faith" for the closure threat.
US Vice President JD Vance arrived in Switzerland for negotiations with Iran, a day after Tehran declared the Strait of Hormuz closed. Talks involve mediators Pakistan and Qatar, focusing on the Lebanon ceasefire and Iran's nuclear program. The US denies the strait is closed, with traffic continuing.
Al Jazeera has rejected Israeli accusations that Ahmed Wishah, a cameraman killed in Gaza, was a Hamas operative. The Israeli military claimed Wishah was a sniper in Hamas's military wing, but provided no evidence. Family and colleagues mourned Wishah in Deir el-Balah.
Iran declared the Strait of Hormuz closed, warning vessels away, but the US denied the claim, stating the waterway remains open. Amid escalating tensions, US Vice President JD Vance traveled to Switzerland for talks with Iran on Sunday, following an interim agreement to end regional hostilities.
Iran declared the Strait of Hormuz closed, citing Israeli operations and US "bad faith." The US denied the closure, stating traffic continues. VP JD Vance is heading to Switzerland for talks with Iran on nuclear and Lebanon ceasefire issues.
Israeli strikes in Gaza killed at least six people, including Al Jazeera cameraman Ahmed Wishah and a child. Health officials and rescuers reported the deaths. The IDF accused Wishah of being a Hamas sniper, while Al Jazeera condemned the targeting of journalists. Four family members, including two children, also died in a separate strike.
Iran declared the Strait of Hormuz closed, citing Israeli military operations and US "bad faith." The US denied the closure, stating traffic continues to flow and is being monitored. The claims emerge ahead of technical talks in Switzerland to advance a recent interim agreement.
Direct talks between the US and Iran in Switzerland were postponed after US Vice-President JD Vance delayed his trip. This follows a recent deal aimed at ending conflict, though fighting between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon has continued.
Planned technical talks between the US and Iran in Switzerland on a ceasefire deal have been postponed. Reports suggest Iran delayed sending its delegation due to Israel's ongoing military campaign in Lebanon, raising fears the deal could unravel.
Israeli PM Netanyahu stated on Thursday that Israeli troops will not withdraw from southern Lebanon in the foreseeable future, citing security needs and the "security zone" as a barrier against Hezbollah. Lebanon considers the area occupied territory.
Mining magnate Gina Rinehart proposed Queensland offer islands to Elon Musk for SpaceX satellite construction and launches, citing his need for land in an allied country. She also suggested Townsville as a base for Israelis to develop and manufacture advanced war drones.
Six multinational construction equipment firms, including Caterpillar and Volvo, face allegations of aiding war crimes by supplying excavators to Israel. Verified images show Israeli military using their equipment to demolish villages in south Lebanon, prompting calls for companies to halt supplies.
Benjamin Netanyahu's strategy with Donald Trump to confront Iran has faltered, leading to a clash as Trump seeks to withdraw from the conflict. Both leaders' objectives remain unfulfilled, with Israel's military operations stalled in Lebanon.
Donald Trump announced a preliminary agreement to end the US-Iran war, set to be signed Friday in Geneva. The deal aims to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and extend a ceasefire for 60 days, facilitating negotiations on Iran's nuclear program and sanctions. However, Israel stated it will maintain its forces in Lebanon and reserves the right to respond to Hezbollah attacks, creating a potential conflict with the US-Iran agreement.
Israel's defense minister stated forces will not withdraw from seized territory in southern Lebanon, hours after the US and Iran announced a preliminary deal to end Middle East hostilities. The agreement, which has caused dismay in Israel, reportedly includes a Lebanon ceasefire but is seen as a setback by Israeli media and politicians.
Donald Trump's new peace deal with Iran faces immediate strain as Israel signals defiance, questioning its security and binding nature. Despite US-Iran pledges to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, Israel's defense minister stated their military would remain in Lebanon indefinitely, potentially creating conflict with the US.
Israel's defense minister stated forces will not withdraw from seized Lebanese territory, hours after the US and Iran announced a preliminary deal to end Middle East hostilities. The agreement, pending finalization in two months, reportedly includes a Lebanon ceasefire, sparking anger in Tel Aviv.
Gaza's health ministry reported nearly 1,000 deaths since the start of the ceasefire, with five Israeli soldiers also killed. The total death toll since October 7, 2023, has reached 73,001, with over 173,200 wounded. The ministry's records are considered reliable by UN agencies and experts, though they do not differentiate between civilians and militants.
An Al Jazeera investigation reveals Israel has established a de facto military footprint across 1,000 sq km of Gaza, southern Lebanon, and southern Syria, exceeding official maps. Analysts call it 'strategic deception' to mask war objective failures and impose new realities.
Sama Safi, a 20-year-old Palestinian American psychology student, has been held in Israeli military detention for nearly two weeks without charge. US lawmakers are calling for her release, citing her chronic medical condition and potential targeting based on alleged affiliation with a student organization. Her family and lawyer express concern over her treatment and the broader issue of administrative detention.
Israeli air raids have killed four people in southern Lebanon, including a mayor, despite a US-brokered ceasefire. Attacks targeted towns north of the "Yellow Line," raising fears of scuppering US-Iran ceasefire deal. Lebanon's president called for national unity amidst escalating tensions.
An Israeli air raid in Maarakeh, southern Lebanon, killed one person, with attacks continuing despite a US-brokered ceasefire. The raids, targeting areas north of the "Yellow Line," come as Iran and the US reportedly agree on a deal to end regional conflict, raising fears Israel's actions could jeopardize it. Israel also issued forced displacement orders and demolished homes in Bint Jbeil.
