Israeli forces have intensified military operations in the Gaza Strip, killing at least 26 Palestinians, despite Hamas accepting a US-backed ceasefire roadmap. Israel cites security concerns and demands Hamas's total disarmament, while analysts suggest Prime Minister Netanyahu's stance is influenced by upcoming elections.
Israeli airstrikes continued in Gaza for a second day, killing at least 18 Palestinians, despite US President Donald Trump's announcement of a breakthrough in last year's ceasefire agreement. Israeli Energy Minister Eli Cohen expressed skepticism about Hamas disarming, stating Israel's intent to give Hamas an opportunity but warning of full Israeli control if they fail to comply.
Israeli airstrikes hit Gaza for a second day, killing at least 18 Palestinians, despite US President Trump's announcement of a ceasefire breakthrough. Israel demands Hamas disarm, while Hamas accuses Israel of undermining peace efforts through intensified strikes.
Israeli air strikes continued in Gaza for a second day, killing nine Palestinians, despite US efforts for a ceasefire. Israeli Energy Minister Eli Cohen stated there was no deal to halt attacks and advocated for Israel to take full control of Gaza, while a PM's spokesperson assessed Hamas is focused on military rebuilding.
Israeli airstrikes continued in Gaza for a second day, killing at least nine Palestinians, despite US President Donald Trump's announcement of a breakthrough in ceasefire efforts. Israeli Energy Minister Eli Cohen stated there was no deal to halt attacks and expressed a need for Israel to take full control of Gaza.
Israeli forces killed at least eight Palestinians in strikes across the Gaza Strip, including in Deir el-Balah, Khan Younis, and Gaza City. These attacks occurred despite a recently published US-backed roadmap for implementing last year's Gaza ceasefire agreement.
Israeli forces killed at least five Palestinians in strikes across the Gaza Strip, including in Deir el-Balah and Gaza City. This occurred two days after the US President's Board of Peace published a roadmap for a ceasefire agreement, which Hamas and an Israeli official have differing views on.
The Israeli military reported killing several Hezbollah fighters in a "security zone" in south Lebanon overnight and an Israeli soldier was moderately injured, despite an existing ceasefire. Hezbollah has not commented on the incident.
Hamas's representative in Iran, Khaled Qaddoumi, stated that the Palestinian side will exclusively manage the collection and storage of heavy weapons in the Gaza Strip after the main ceasefire provisions are implemented, emphasizing it's a pan-Palestinian consensus.
Five months into the Iran war, negotiations are complicated by Iran's opaque power structure, where the IRGC holds significant autonomy from the civilian government. Recent escalations, including Iranian attacks on U.S. assets and proxy actions, highlight challenges in enforcing any ceasefire.
Hamas's representative in Iran, Khaled Qaddoumi, states the Palestinian side has fulfilled all Gaza ceasefire obligations, asserting that Israel's non-compliance, driven by its leadership's unwillingness, makes the deal's future uncertain. He accuses Israel of seeking to expel residents and commit genocide.
Hamas states disarmament in Gaza requires the U.S. and Israel to honor past commitments, contradicting President Trump's claim of a breakthrough deal. Trump says Israel is "very happy" but cautions the process will have "ups and downs" before finalization.
Donald Trump vows to 'beat the f****** sh** out of' Iran after IRGC launches ballistic missiles at US military units in the Middle East, escalating regional tensions amid airstrikes by the US and Saudi Arabia against Iran-backed groups.
Prediction markets doubt the longevity of the US-Iran ceasefire, with a Polymarket contract indicating 50-50 odds of a 14-day halt in US strikes, amid skepticism fueled by Trump's readiness for renewed action and Iran's denial of direct negotiations.
Five months into the unpopular US-Israeli war on Iran, American voters across the political spectrum express frustration over economic hardships, moral dilemmas, and the war's lack of clear justification or resolution, amid rising gas prices, deployment notices, and comparisons to past conflicts like Iraq and Gaza.
Israel Defense Forces (IDF) strike Hamas targets in Gaza Strip, targeting weapons storage, manufacturing, and infrastructure, citing systematic ceasefire violations.
Following the collapse of the US-Iran ceasefire, President Donald Trump has issued new threats against Iran's nuclear facilities, including the suspected underground 'Pickaxe Mountain' site near Natanz. Tehran has responded with warnings of a 'powerful response' against all US targets in the region if any attacks occur, escalating tensions over Iran's nuclear enrichment program.
Tehran rejected a US ceasefire proposal, delivered by Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi, citing its failure to address the Strait of Hormuz issue, as reported by The New York Times.
Israel issued displacement orders and conducted air strikes in several Gaza areas, killing at least two people, despite a US-brokered ceasefire. The attacks coincide with a stalled US plan for Gaza and international calls from Egypt and the UK for accelerated international force deployment and humanitarian access.
The US-Iran conflict has escalated with renewed strikes, effectively ending a June truce. Experts warn of a potential "forever war" focused on the Strait of Hormuz, as diplomatic efforts falter and both sides prioritize pressure over compromise, threatening global oil and gas supplies.
U.S.-Iran tensions escalated over the Strait of Hormuz as Pakistan tried to revive a collapsed interim ceasefire deal. The fighting pushed oil prices higher and widened to Red Sea and regional attacks on civilian infrastructure.
The U.S. military launched further airstrikes on Iran, which retaliated against U.S. targets in the Gulf and Jordan, including an air base where three U.S. personnel were killed. The conflict escalated with rising oil prices after a tanker attack in the Strait of Hormuz, and Houthi rebels threatening the Bab el-Mandeb waterway, while diplomatic efforts continued in Pakistan.
Oil prices rose 4% after the 11th consecutive night of US strikes against Iran, with Secretary of State Marco Rubio citing the Strait of Hormuz as a key point of contention. Global benchmarks Brent and WTI crude futures saw significant gains, while market focus also returned to inflation and potential Federal Reserve rate hikes.
Market forecasts indicate a doubled likelihood of a Reserve Bank interest rate hike as escalating Middle East tensions drive fuel prices higher. Brent crude surged 23% to near $US90/barrel, impacting Australian motorists and raising stagflation concerns for the economy.
