The US-Iran agreement has rekindled hopes in Iraq for resolving the issue of factions loyal to Tehran, coinciding with the arrival of US envoy Tom Barrack in Baghdad. Meanwhile, Lebanon anticipates a new political-security phase following the US-Iran understanding, though Israel's commitment remains uncertain.
Lebanon is cautiously optimistic following a US-Iran brokered ceasefire agreement, but Israeli officials express defiance, casting doubt on its effectiveness. While some Lebanese return home, destruction and displacement remain widespread, with past ceasefires failing to bring lasting peace.
Russia's Deputy Foreign Minister Georgy Borisenko met with Lebanon's Ambassador to Moscow, Bashir Chauki Saleh Azzam, to express "serious concern" over "ongoing instability in Lebanon, caused by external factors." The meeting also touched upon Russian-Lebanese relations and the importance of maintaining a ceasefire.
Donald Trump arrived in Geneva for a G7 summit as his new Iran peace deal faces challenges. Israel stated it will remain in Lebanon, contradicting a reported agreement for a full cessation of hostilities. The Swiss foreign ministry confirmed it is facilitating the deal's signing.
A US-Iran agreement to end a war faces immediate challenges as Iran claims control over the Strait of Hormuz and Israel vows to maintain its presence in Lebanon. Details on frozen assets and nuclear program suspensions remain unclear.
A US-Iran deal to end a war faces immediate challenges. Iran claims control of the Strait of Hormuz, while Israel vows to maintain its presence in Lebanon. Details on frozen assets and nuclear program remain unclear.
Despite a reported US-Iran deal to end the war, Israel announced plans to remain in Lebanon indefinitely, creating immediate strain. Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz stated the IDF would stay in security zones without a time limit, directly contradicting reported terms of the agreement mediated by Pakistan.
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz warned that Israel will strike Iran with full force if attacked due to events in Lebanon. This statement follows reports of a US-Iran agreement on a ceasefire and nuclear program discussions, with US maritime blockade measures ending and military operations ceasing.
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz stated that IDF troops will remain indefinitely in security zones in Lebanon, Syria, and Gaza to protect Israeli communities. This policy, supported by PM Netanyahu, faces international pressure, including from the US.
وزير الخارجية الإيراني يؤكد على مسؤولية واشنطن في تطبيق الاتفاق ووقف العدوان الإسرائيلي على لبنان، وسط قصف متبادل بين حزب الله وإسرائيل.
US and Iranian officials announced a framework to end a nearly four-month war, lift port blockades, and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The deal faces immediate challenges from Israel, which vows to continue operations in Lebanon, while Tehran insists on a cessation of fighting in all regions.
Israel tuyên bố thỏa thuận Mỹ-Iran về Lebanon không ràng buộc, yêu cầu giải giáp Hezbollah và không rút quân khỏi lãnh thổ đang kiểm soát. Các quan chức Israel bày tỏ sự không hài lòng và cảnh báo đáp trả nếu Iran tấn công.
Senior EU officials, including António Costa and Ursula von der Leyen, welcomed a US-Iran deal to end a war, emphasizing the need for lasting peace in the Middle East and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. France announced a military mission is ready to deploy to secure the strait.
Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu informed US President Donald Trump that Israel will not withdraw its troops from Lebanon and does not recognize the "Lebanese clause" in the US-Iran agreement. The IDF will remain in position to counter Hezbollah threats.
Israel's Defense Minister Israel Katz stated Monday that Israel will not withdraw from occupied lands in Lebanon, Syria, and Gaza, vowing to stay "indefinitely." This comes as an interim deal between Iran and the US is pending, with Iran reportedly linking the deal to a halt in Israeli attacks on Hezbollah.
A proposed US-Iran deal, set for signing in five days, faces significant challenges. While an agreement is acknowledged, its terms are contested, particularly by Israel, which is not a party to the deal. Lebanon emerges as a key flashpoint, with Iran vowing support for Hezbollah and demanding Israeli withdrawal.
Pakistan's PM Shehbaz Sharif announced a peace deal between the US and Iran, with a signing ceremony scheduled for June 19 in Switzerland. Both sides agreed to terminate military operations, including in Lebanon. Trump confirmed the deal and authorized the end of the US naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz.
Israeli PM Netanyahu reportedly rejected a clause concerning Lebanon in a US-Iran deal announced by President Trump. The deal, set to be signed in Switzerland, excludes Israel from the Lebanon agreement, with the IDF maintaining its positions.
The US and Iran have reached a deal, mediated by Pakistan, potentially lifting the Strait of Hormuz closure and US blockade of Iranian ports. The agreement also includes an end to military operations, including in Lebanon, and aims to address concerns over Iran's nuclear program.
The US and Iran have reached a deal, mediated by Pakistan, potentially lifting the Strait of Hormuz closure and US blockade of Iranian ports. The agreement also includes a termination of military operations in Lebanon and aims to address concerns over Iran's nuclear program.
Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced on X that a peace deal between the US and Iran has been reached, with a signing ceremony set for June 19 in Switzerland. The agreement reportedly includes an immediate and permanent termination of military operations on all fronts.
Pakistan's PM Shehbaz Sharif announced a peace deal between the US and Iran, set to be signed on June 19 in Switzerland. The agreement includes a termination of military operations on all fronts, including Lebanon, and the opening of the Strait of Hormuz. World leaders have welcomed the breakthrough.
The US and Iran have agreed on a memorandum of understanding to end the conflict and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Israel rejects terms related to its actions in Lebanon, with PM Netanyahu stating Israel is not bound by those provisions. The deal is set to be signed in Geneva, with a 60-day window for nuclear program negotiations.
Pakistan's PM Shehbaz Sharif announced a US-Iran peace deal, set to be signed June 19 in Switzerland. The agreement includes a halt to military operations on all fronts, including Lebanon, and the opening of the Strait of Hormuz. US President Trump confirmed the deal and authorized the end of the naval blockade.
