The fragile ceasefire between Iran and the US is still holding, but tensions remain dangerously high across the region. Iran’s Revolutionary Guard has warned Washington against interfering with Iranian commercial shipping, while Israeli attacks across Lebanon continue to kill civilians and fuel fears of wider escalation.
At the same time, diplomatic activity is intensifying, with mediation efforts, ceasefire discussions and new proposals aimed at preventing another major regional flare-up.
Israeli bombardment across Lebanon continues, with at least 24 reported killed.
Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps warns US against attacks or interference involving Iranian commercial vessels.
Britain deploys a warship as part of a multinational mission to secure Hormuz shipping lanes.
Bulk carrier struck by an “unknown projectile” near Qatari waters amid maritime tensions.
Hezbollah reports attacks on Israeli troops across southern Lebanon.
Report outlines phased US-Iran framework aimed at ending the conflict.
Vladimir Putin says Moscow is prepared to store Iranian enriched uranium.
Pakistan army chief says mediation efforts are focused on achieving lasting peace.
Israelis protest against Benjamin Netanyahu’s government and the Lebanon war.
Poll shows majority dissatisfaction with Donald Trump over handling of the Iran war.
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