Lebanon prevented launch of US-Iran talks
The US-Iran memorandum signing ceremony had been set for June 19 in Switzerland, but J.D. Vance postponed his trip after Tehran raised demands related to the situation in Lebanon, according to media reports.
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Vance calls on Israel to respect Middle East peace process
J.D. Vance appealed to Israel and other parties involved to acknowledge the conflict-ending agreements and to commit to the peace process.
Lebanon to seek Israeli troop withdrawal during Washington talks
Lebanon expects Israeli troops to withdraw and will push for this during talks in Washington at the end of June.
Iran warns Israel over continued attacks in Lebanon
Iran’s military warned Israel that continued attacks in southern Lebanon could trigger “a military response,” accusing Israeli forces of violating an ongoing ceasefire 84 times over the past two days.
Trump criticizes Israel for military operation in Lebanon
U.S. President Donald Trump issued a rare public rebuke of Israel's military tactics in Lebanon targeting Hezbollah militants.
US-Iran ceasefire should extend to Lebanon - Kallas
The EU has stated that a ceasefire agreement concerning Iran should also include an end to Israeli military actions in Lebanon.
Israel ready to attack Iran 'with full force'
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz warned that in the event of an Iranian attack on Israel arising from events in Lebanon, the Israeli army will strike Iran "with full force."
Lebanon announces death toll from Israeli attacks
At least 27 people died and 67 more were injured after Israeli airstrikes on southern Lebanon during the past day, despite the ceasefire that has been in force since April 17, the country’s health ministry said.
Iran to continue dialogue with US - Pezehskian
Iran’s Supreme National Security Council has decided to continue dialogue with the United States on settling their conflict amid Israel’s renewed strikes on Lebanon, Iranian President Masoud Pezehskian said.
Israel establishes control over southern Lebanon
Israeli troops conducted a military operation in southern Lebanon, killing up to 50 Hezbollah fighters and consolidating their presence in the area.
Lebanon names conditions for Hezbollah disarmament
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun said a full Israeli withdrawal from Lebanese territory would allow the state to assert its authority nationwide and eliminate the rationale for armed groups operating outside official state institutions.
UN concerned over escalation in the Middle East
The Secretary-General called for the observance of the ceasefires in Iran, Lebanon, and the Gaza Strip
Iran wants to form new 'security belt'
Top commander of Iran’s Quds Force Esmail Qaani said that a “new security belt” will stretch from the Strait of Hormuz to Bab al-Mandab and from the Gulf to the Red Sea.
Trump tells Netanyahu he could lose support if Iran situation escalates
U.S. President Donald Trump has told Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that he may be left without support in the event of an escalation with Iran, Axios reported.
Israel strikes military targets in Iran, Iran responds
The Israeli Air Force carried out strikes against Iran overnight, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) press service reported.
Israel launches anti-Hezbollah operation in southern Lebanon
The Israeli army is clearing the outskirts of the city of Nabatieh in Lebanon, with the operation targeting Hezbollah militia units.
Lebanon reports new casualties and injuries due to Israeli strikes
The total number of casualties from military action since the beginning of March has reached nearly 3,600
Iran's FM rejects Lebanon's accusation of interference
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi rejects Lebanese President Joseph Aoun’s accusation that Tehran was interfering in Beirut’s affairs amid the war between Israel and Iran’s Lebanese proxy Hezbollah.
Israeli Prime Minister rejects idea of ground operation in Lebanon
Israeli leaders are divided over a proposed large-scale military operation in Lebanon, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaking out against the operation.
Lebanon and Israel agree on implementing ceasefire - US
Lebanese and Israeli delegations, who earlier met for talks in the United States, agreed about implementing the ceasefire, according to their joint statement released by the U.S. Department of State.
