Following recent Israeli strikes in the Gaza Strip that killed civilians and destroyed medical supplies, the Board of Peace and mediators are intensifying efforts for de-escalation. Nickolay Mladenov stressed both Israel and Hamas must uphold peace agreements, including a January 2025 ceasefire and a July 30 agreement to disarm Hamas.
President Trump claimed an imminent deal with Iran and new talks were set to begin, but Iran's Foreign Ministry denied hosting delegations. Focus remains on indirect negotiations, particularly with Oman, regarding the critical Strait of Hormuz.
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun met with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Washington to discuss steps for implementing peace agreements with Israel, including the withdrawal of Israeli troops from southern Lebanon. Aoun also sought enhanced US support for the Lebanese army and economic investments.
The US conducted a second, larger air attack on Iran, targeting military sites and civilian infrastructure, killing at least 14 people. This escalation follows Iran's attacks on commercial ships and raises fears of wider conflict, while peace talks appear to be collapsing.
The Trump administration revoked a general license authorizing Iranian oil sales after tanker attacks in the Strait of Hormuz. Companies have until July 17 to wind down transactions, with payments to be made into blocked US accounts.
The US has warned Iran of consequences for alleged attacks on commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz, canceling sanctions relief on Iranian oil. Officials stated at least three ships were targeted.
An oil tanker was struck by an unknown projectile off the coast of Oman near the Strait of Hormuz, causing a fire. The incident occurred on Monday, approximately 8 nautical miles east of Limah, Oman. No casualties or environmental damage were reported, and authorities are investigating.
Iran rejected a French proposal for joint demining operations in the Strait of Hormuz, citing a peace agreement that reserves this task for Iran alone. Tehran also cast doubt on upcoming US-Iran talks in Doha, highlighting the fragility of a recent ceasefire.
Ursula von der Leyen visits Azerbaijan and Armenia to advance the peace process, strengthen energy cooperation, and improve regional connectivity. The EU aims to deepen economic partnerships and support Armenia amid Russian economic pressure, focusing on the Middle Corridor and gas supplies.
Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem rejects Lebanon's preliminary peace agreement with Israel, calling it 'humiliating' and 'invalid'. The US-backed deal, signed in Washington, conditions IDF withdrawal on Hezbollah's disarmament, sparking mass protests in Beirut.
Protests have erupted in Beirut after the Lebanese government signed a peace agreement with Israel and the US, which Hezbollah rejects. Hezbollah supporters demonstrated, while government troops were deployed. Hezbollah MP Hassan Fadlallah warned the agreement could lead to civil war.
Israel and Lebanon sign a framework peace agreement in Washington, brokered by the US, aiming to implement the ceasefire. Israeli ambassador sees it as a path to true peace, while Hezbollah MP expresses reservations. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio calls it a step towards lasting peace, but Israeli PM Netanyahu links withdrawal to Hezbollah's disarmament. Lebanese ambassador views it as a step towards sovereignty and a permanent ceasefire.
Asian economies are expected to exercise caution in buying Iranian oil despite a 60-day sanctions waiver, weighing compliance, financial risks, and potential US-Tehran hostilities. This comes as global markets seek cheaper energy, but refiners view the waiver as too short for complex legal requirements.
The UN's International Maritime Organization will evacuate over 11,000 seafarers stranded in the Gulf following a US-Iran peace deal that reopened the Strait of Hormuz. The operation, in cooperation with regional nations and the shipping industry, aims to restore maritime security after months of conflict disrupted global trade.
Russia's UN tactics to counter one-sided initiatives and maintain a non-confrontational diplomatic atmosphere regarding Iran have been effective, according to Kirill Logvinov of the Russian Foreign Ministry. He cited recent Iran-US peace deal reports and a blocked UN Security Council resolution as evidence of success.
Colombians are voting in a presidential runoff election that could dramatically alter the country's approach to its armed conflict. The far-right candidate Abelardo de la Espriella, who favors military confrontation, is leading polls against Iván Cepeda, the architect of President Petro's "total peace" plan.
Colombians vote Sunday in a presidential runoff that could dramatically shift the country's approach to its armed conflict. Far-right lawyer Abelardo de la Espriella, vowing military confrontation, faces leftwing senator Iván Cepeda, who supports "total peace" negotiations.
VP JD Vance is brokering a critical Iran peace deal, facing political risks and potential rewards. Success could boost his 2028 presidential prospects and the economy, while failure could tarnish his image. Allies express concern over the war's legacy and the delicate political balance.
Israel is angry and worried about the US-Iran memorandum of understanding, despite Prime Minister Netanyahu's public restraint. The deal, which includes a reconstruction plan for Iran and a termination of military operations, has upended Israeli assumptions about its "special relationship" with the US. Israel responded to the agreement by pounding Lebanon, leading to a reported ceasefire likely due to US pressure.
US drivers are seeing relief as national average gas prices dropped below $4 a gallon on Thursday, driven by falling oil prices and a tentative peace agreement between the US and Iran. Despite the decrease, prices remain higher than pre-war levels.
Donald Trump rejected claims that the conflict with Iran exposed limits to US power, stating there are 'no limits' to what the US can achieve. The US and Iran signed a memorandum of understanding to end hostilities and reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
President Trump rejected claims of limited US power after a peace deal with Iran, stating 'no limits' to US capabilities. The agreement, which reopened the Strait of Hormuz, was framed by Trump as a military victory and Tehran's 'unconditional surrender'.
President Trump rejected claims of limited US power after a peace deal with Iran, stating 'no limits' to US capabilities. The agreement, which reopened the Strait of Hormuz, was framed by Trump as a military victory and unconditional surrender by Tehran, despite analysts noting a retreat from original US demands.
Energy shipments have resumed in the Gulf following an interim agreement between the US and Iran, allowing LNG tankers to sail through the Strait of Hormuz. This is expected to restore Qatar's LNG exports and ease Pakistan's gas shortage. The deal involves uranium dilution, sanctions waivers, and a 60-day negotiation period.
