Iran Says It Is Closing Strait of Hormuz in Response to Israeli Attacks on Lebanon
The Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) of Iran has announced plans to close the Strait of Hormuz as a reaction to Israeli air strikes in Lebanon, according to various reports. The Revolutionary Guards Navy issued a warning, advising vessels to avoid the area, stating that their safety could be compromised if they did not comply, […]
Fighting breaks out in Lebanon between Israel and Hezbollah shortly after they achieve an important ceasefire.
Escalation in Israel and Hezbollah Conflict Shortly after reaching a ceasefire agreement, Israel and Hezbollah resumed hostilities in Lebanon on Saturday, putting the delicate peace deal between the U.S. and Iran at risk. Hezbollah launched around 50 projectiles at Israeli forces overnight, prompting a counterattack from the IDF targeting what they termed “Hezbollah positions.” The […]
U.S. and Iranian negotiation teams reach Switzerland for discussions amid ongoing conflict in Lebanon.
U.S. and Iran Set for Talks Amid Ongoing Conflict U.S. and Iranian negotiating teams are scheduled to meet in Switzerland, having previously signed a deal aimed at ending the prolonged conflict. However, ongoing hostilities in Lebanon cast a shadow over these discussions. On Saturday, both U.S. officials and Iranian state media confirmed that talks were […]
Israel Reports more than 100 Attacks on Lebanon, Iran Calls Off Switzerland Meeting
On Thursday, Israeli military spokesman Avichai Adlai announced that Israel had targeted over 100 Hezbollah sites across Lebanon, including in the Bekaa Valley and Nabatiyeh. Adlai stated, “Hezbollah breached the ceasefire aiming to protect its military capabilities, and we retaliated decisively.” Hezbollah, with backing from Iran, denied any infringement of the ceasefire. They claimed Israel […]
US facilitates Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire despite Israeli official’s call for ‘all of Lebanon’ to suffer.
Trump Signs Agreement with Iran On Wednesday night, President Trump finalized a memorandum of understanding with Iran, effectively reopening the Strait of Hormuz for unrestricted oil transport and laying groundwork for a prospective peace accord with the country. While market responses were largely optimistic, the specifics of the deal took many—including those in the US […]
Vance’s trip to Switzerland for an Iran peace agreement delayed due to ongoing fighting between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon
U.S.-Iran Talks Delayed as Violence Resumes in Lebanon On June 19, 2026, Vice President J.D. Vance has decided to cancel his trip to Switzerland for discussions with Iran. This decision comes as tensions escalate between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon, resulting in numerous casualties. The White House press secretary conveyed this information on Friday, indicating […]
Trump hints at supporting Bibi as tensions rise over the Iran agreement and Lebanon.
Trump Signals Potential Support for Netanyahu in Upcoming Election President Donald Trump has suggested that he might back Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in the upcoming Israeli election, offering a somewhat ambiguous endorsement amidst ongoing tensions with Israeli leaders regarding issues involving Iran and Lebanon. In an interview with KAN News, Trump remarked, “We’ll have to […]
Trump Calls for a Ceasefire While Israel Maintains Its Position in Lebanon
Trump Calls for Peace in the Middle East President Donald Trump reiterated his appeal for peace in the Middle East on Thursday, urging all parties involved to keep channels of negotiation open as Israel looks to strengthen its military presence in southern Lebanon. He stated, “The United States is committed to peace, and we encourage […]
Stubborn Netanyahu stands firm on keeping troops in Lebanon
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu made it clear on Thursday that his country’s military will not retreat from southern Lebanon, despite directives from the recent U.S.-Iran peace agreement that suggest otherwise. Netanyahu emphasized that the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) should stay put in southern Lebanon to counter Hezbollah, and the military has provided new maps […]
Trump criticizes Israel for strikes in Lebanon as peace deal with Iran remains uncertain, saying, ‘Too many people are being killed’
Trump Critiques Israel’s Actions in Lebanon This week, President Donald Trump has expressed strong disapproval of Israel’s military operations in Lebanon. His criticism heightened following a significant airstrike in Beirut over the weekend, which he believes jeopardized the ongoing U.S.-Iran peace agreement. At the G7 summit in France on Tuesday, Trump remarked, “Too many people […]