Lebanon: News
'Hormuz will never return to pre-war conditions': Iran
Iran's chief negotiator and parliamentary speaker, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, has announced that the Strait of Hormuz will be under Tehran's administration.
Netanyahu reacts to Trump's 'Israel does as I say' remark
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has rejected United States President Donald Trump's claim that Israel follows his orders and that the country wouldn't exist without his support
Israel military uncovers Hezbollah's underground drone 'airbase' inside Lebanon mountain
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has discovered a hidden underground drone "airbase" used by Hezbollah to launch unmanned aerial vehicles in southern Lebanon.
How US, Iran plan to safeguard shipping through Hormuz
Iran and the United States have set up a direct communication line to avert any potential incidents or miscommunication in the Strait of Hormuz.
Inside 1st round of US-Iran talks in Switzerland
The first round of negotiations between the United States and Iran to finalize a peace deal has ended with "encouraging progress," according to mediators Qatar and Pakistan.
Iran negotiators, Vance head for Switzerland; Lebanon fighting continues
A high-level Iranian delegation has arrived in Switzerland for peace talks with the United States.
Iran announces closing Hormuz again days after signing deal
Iran's Khatam al-Anbiya headquarters has announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz to vessels, citing violations of a ceasefire memorandum by the United States and Israel.
Israel strikes Lebanon hours after ceasefire with Hezbollah takes effect
At least 16 people were killed in Israeli airstrikes and drone attacks in southern Lebanon on Saturday, according to local media.
US-Iran nuclear talks to resume as Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire holds
The United States and Iran are set to restart talks in Switzerland on a potential nuclear deal, following a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon.
Israel, Hezbollah have agreed to ceasefire starting Friday, report claims
Israel and Hezbollah have agreed to a ceasefire starting Friday afternoon, a senior United States official told Reuters.
'All Lebanon must burn': Israel minister after 4 soldiers killed
Israel's far-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir has called for intensified attacks on Lebanon after four Israeli soldiers were killed in clashes.
After US-Iran Geneva talks postponed, Israel strikes Lebanon, killing 16
Israeli forces launched overnight airstrikes across southern Lebanon, killing at least 16 people, according to Lebanon's state-run National News Agency.
'Only Trump sympathetic': Vance slams Israel over Iran deal
United States Vice President JD Vance has slammed Israeli leaders for not recognizing American support. The criticism comes after a US-Iran interim deal to end their war.
G7 leaders vow to contribute to implementation of US-Iran deal
The Group of Seven (G7) leaders have pledged their support for the implementation of a United States-Iran deal.
'No Israel without me': Trump criticizes Netanyahu at G7 Summit
US President Donald Trump said during a meeting with Qatari Emir Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani on the sidelines of the G7 Summit that "without me" or the US, "there would be no Israel."
Israel refuses to withdraw from Lebanon despite US-Iran peace deal
Israel will not withdraw its forces from southern Lebanon, Defense Minister Israel Katz has announced.
G7 dedicating sessions to discuss long-term reopening of Hormuz: Macron
French President Emmanuel Macron has announced that the Group of Seven (G7) leaders will dedicate their Monday sessions to discussing the long-term reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
US-Iran reach agreement but at odds over $12B frozen assets
The United States and Iran have agreed to a framework to extend their ceasefire for 60 days, with a formal signing ceremony expected on Friday in Switzerland.
Israel strikes Beirut suburbs as US-Iran deal inches closer
The Israeli military has launched strikes on the suburbs of Beirut, targeting Hezbollah infrastructure. The move comes as efforts to negotiate an end to the ongoing United States-Iran war continue.
US-Iran 'never been closer' to deal: Iran's Abbas Araghchi
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has said that the United States and Iran have "never been closer" to a deal on ending the Middle East conflict.
Iran reveals details of 14-point draft memorandum with US
Iranian media has released details of a 14-point draft memorandum of understanding between Tehran and Washington.
Netanyahu blindsided by Trump's Iran strike cancellation: Report
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was reportedly caught off guard when United States President Donald Trump called off planned strikes on Iran.
Israeli minister suggests 'abducting Lebanese women, children' to tackle Hezbollah
Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir has sparked controversy with his comments on how to deal with Hezbollah.
US considers using Iranian assets to pay Gulf reparations: Report
The United States is reportedly considering utilizing Iranian assets to help Gulf allies rebuild after damage from Iranian attacks.
Hezbollah rejects US-brokered Israel-Lebanon ceasefire, calls it 'humiliating'
Hezbollah has rejected a United States-brokered ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon.
Israel and Lebanon agree to implement conditional ceasefire
The United States State Department has announced a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Lebanon following US-led negotiations. The deal is contingent on a complete halt of attacks by the Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah.
Indian national killed in Iranian drone attack on Kuwait airport
The Iranian drone attack on Kuwait international airport on Wednesday, which killed one person, has been identified as an Indian national.
Oil jumps 2.5% as Israel intensifies attacks on Lebanon
Oil prices surged over 2% in early trading on Monday, after Israel ordered its troops to advance further into Lebanon.
Israel captures historic Lebanese castle, marking deepest incursion since 1995
Israeli troops have captured the historic Beaufort Castle in southern Lebanon, marking their deepest incursion into the country in over 26 years.
Iran rejects Trump's 'victory' claim, says nuclear material not up
Iran has rejected United States President Donald Trump's claims about a potential peace deal.
Netanyahu orders Israeli military to seize 70% of Gaza
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has ordered the military to expand its control over the Gaza Strip.
Israel says new head of Hamas military wing killed
The Israeli military said it has killed Mohammed Odeh, the new commander of Hamas's military wing, in a strike on Gaza City. Odeh was killed days after his predecessor died in a similar attack.
US, Iran reach preliminary agreement to end Middle East hostilities
The United States and Iran have reached a preliminary agreement to end hostilities in the Middle East. The deal would also lift the Iranian blockade on the Strait of Hormuz, a key global oil and gas passage, according to The New York Times.
US lays down 5 conditions to continue Iran peace talks
The United States has reportedly laid down five conditions to continue peace negotiations with Iran.
India calls for UN reforms, Gaza ceasefire at BRICS meet
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has called for major global reform at the BRICS Foreign Ministers' Meeting in New Delhi.
UAE air defenses responding to Iranian missile attack: Report
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) Ministry of Defence announced on Friday that its air defenses are "actively engaging" in response to a missile and drone attack.
US-Iran have had 'good talks over last 24 hours': Trump
United States President Donald Trump has expressed optimism over ongoing negotiations with Iran, saying that "good talks" have taken place in the last 24 hours, Axios reported.
US to begin 'Project Freedom' as Iran's Hormuz stranglehold tightens
The United States is set to launch an operation on Monday to assist ships stranded in the Strait of Hormuz, which is currently under Iranian control.
'Ball in US court': Iran after Trump casts doubt
Iran has said that the next move is up to the United States after President Donald Trump expressed skepticism over Tehran's latest peace proposal.
UAE bans travel to Iran, Lebanon, Iraq amid regional tensions
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has announced a travel ban for its citizens to Iran, Lebanon, and Iraq. The decision was taken due to rising regional tensions in the Middle East.
Hamas intel officer who helped plan October 7 killed: Israel
The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) has announced the killing of Iyad Ahmed Abd al-Rahman Shambari, a senior Hamas military intelligence official.
Tehran's international airport resumes commercial flights, first since war began
Iran has resumed commercial flights from Tehran's Imam Khomeini International Airport for the first time since the start of hostilities with the United States and Israel two months ago.
Israel-Lebanon ceasefire extended by 3 weeks, Trump announces
United States President Donald Trump has announced a three-week extension of the ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon.
Israel uses diplomacy, military pressure to disarm Hezbollah before talks
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz has announced that Israel is employing both military and diplomatic strategies to disarm Hezbollah.
'No plans yet': Iran on fresh talks with US
Iran's Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesperson, Esmail Baghaei, has said that there are currently no plans for the next round of negotiations with the United States in Islamabad.
'No more Mr Nice Guy': Trump's latest threat to Iran
United States President Donald Trump has issued a stern warning to Iran over its blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.
UK, France invite India to join Hormuz security mission: MEA
The United Kingdom and France have invited India to join a joint effort to ensure safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Friday.
Israel, Lebanon have agreed to 10-day ceasefire: Trump
United States President Donald Trump announced that Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a 10-day ceasefire.
Trump announces 1st Israel-Lebanon talks in 34 years
United States President Donald Trump has announced that leaders of Israel and Lebanon will hold talks on Thursday. This will be their first communication in 34 years.
Italy suspends defense agreement with Israel
Italy has suspended its defense agreement with Israel, which includes the exchange of military equipment and technology research.
Vance called Israel from Islamabad: Netanyahu rebuts Iran's claim
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has revealed details of a phone call with United States Vice President JD Vance.
US-Iran Islamabad talks extend to day two, Hormuz standoff deepens
The United States and Iran are set to continue high-level peace talks in Pakistan on Sunday, Iranian media reported.
White House denies agreeing to unfreeze Iranian assets
The United States has denied reports that it has agreed to unfreeze Iranian assets.
India expresses concern over civilian casualties in Lebanon
India has expressed "deep concern" over the large number of civilian casualties in Lebanon.
'No backup plan': Trump warns, as talks set to begin
United States President Donald Trump has warned that the country needs no backup plan if negotiations with Iran fail.
Iran's Ghalibaf flies with Minab victims' photos ahead of talks
A powerful image from inside a plane carrying Iran's Parliament Speaker Mohammad-Bagher Ghalibaf to Islamabad has set the emotional backdrop for high-stakes United States-Iran ceasefire talks.
Asim Munir forces Khawaja Asif to delete Israel post: Report
Pakistan Army chief Asim Munir intervened to delete a controversial social media post by Defence Minister Khawaja Asif.
Netanyahu's corruption trial to resume after Iran ceasefire
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's long-running corruption trial will resume on Sunday after Israel lifted a state of emergency imposed during its conflict with Iran.
Iran denies sending officials to Pakistan for US talks
Iranian state media has rejected reports that senior officials, including Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and Parliament Speaker Bager Ghalibaf, traveled to Pakistan for negotiations with the United States.
What are Iran's conditions for opening Hormuz
Iran will not allow more than 15 vessels per day to pass through the Strait of Hormuz under a two-week ceasefire with the United States, Russia's TASS news agency reported.
Pakistan minister tells Israel to 'burn in hell', Netanyahu responds
Pakistan's Defense Minister Khawaja Asif has called Israel "evil" and a "curse for humanity" after it attacked Lebanon.
'Lebanon inseparable part of ceasefire': Iran warns ceasefire violators
Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian has said that Israeli attacks on Lebanon that have killed over 200 people violate the ceasefire agreement and make negotiations pointless.
Israeli military claims Hezbollah chief's secretary killed in Beirut airstrike
The Israeli military has claimed that the personal secretary of Hezbollah secretary-general Naim Qassem was killed in an airstrike in Beirut, Lebanon, on Wednesday.
Israel questions Pakistan's credibility as mediator in US-Iran talks
Israel's Ambassador to India, Reuven Azar, has expressed skepticism over Pakistan's role as a mediator in the ongoing ceasefire negotiations between Iran and the United States.
Iran's ceasefire proposal 'probably written by ChatGPT': JD Vance
United States Vice President JD Vance has claimed that Iran submitted three versions of its 10-point proposals, one of which he said was "probably written by ChatGPT."
Iran issues new map to guide ships around Hormuz mines
Iran has released new navigational maps for vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz to help them avoid potential threats from sea mines.
Iran closes Hormuz after Israeli attacks on Lebanon kill 200+
Iran has once again closed the Strait of Hormuz, blocking oil tankers from transiting the waterway after Israeli strikes hit several commercial and residential areas in central Beirut, killing hundreds, Fars News reported on Wednesday.
US, Iran agree to 2-week ceasefire
United States President Donald Trump has agreed to a two-week ceasefire with Iran.
6 children killed in US-Israeli attacks on Tehran
Four girls and two boys below the age of 10 were killed in US-Israeli attacks on the province of Tehran overnight, Iranian media reported.
Israel forging new alliances with Arab nations against Iran: Netanyahu
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has announced that Israel is forging new alliances with "important countries in the region" to counter what he calls the "Iranian threat."
Michigan synagogue truck attack was Hezbollah-inspired terrorism: FBI
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has classified the March 12 attack on Temple Israel synagogue in West Bloomfield, Michigan, as a "Hezbollah-inspired act of terrorism."