Lebanese Resigned to a Long War, Even if U.S. and Iran Make a Deal
Few in Lebanon believe that diplomatic efforts to end the wider war will bring peace to their country, as clashes between Israel and Hezbollah intensify in the south.
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Tankers Break Blockade As Hormuz Reopens Under Draft Peace Deal
The first departures of oil and LNG tankers through the Strait of Hormuz in months mark a significant development in the ongoing conflict. Ship-tracking data confirms that the LNG carriers Fuwairit and Al Rayyan, along with the crude super tanker Eagle Verona, have crossed the strait bound for Pakistan and China.These exits follow nearly three months of near-total suspension of tanker traffic
US-Iran Draft Peace Framework Proposes Lifting Hormuz Blockade And Troop Withdrawal
A draft peace framework between the United States and Iran proposes lifting the naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and a phased American troop pullback, with Iran pledging to restore commercial shipping within 30 days.The deal, if finalised within 60 days, could be formalised through a binding UN Security Council resolution, though Tehran insists on “tangible verification” before
Israel Continues Its Escalation in Lebanon With New Evacuation Warnings
The Israeli military issued sweeping evacuation warnings for two southern cities, indicating that more airstrikes were imminent.
Israel Intensifies Military Campaign Against Hezbollah in Lebanon
Israeli strikes pounded southern Lebanon on Wednesday, escalating Israel’s campaign against Hezbollah and complicating talks to end the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran.
Israeli military tells residents of swathe of southern Lebanon to leave
Notice to evacuate ‘combat zone’ and head north comes day after Israel launched more than 120 airstrikes on countryMiddle East crisis – live updatesIsrael’s military has told residents across a swathe of southern Lebanon to leave and head north, as the…
Residents Watch as Israeli War Planes Circle Over Southern Lebanon
Israel has intensified its deadly military campaign against Hezbollah, the Iran-backed militant group, in recent days, striking targets across Lebanon.
‘More Than Problematic’: Pakistan’s Rejection of Abraham Accords Sparks US Senator Lindsey Graham’s Warning On Mediation Role
Republican Senator Lindsey Graham has once again cast doubt on Pakistan’s neutrality in the ongoing ceasefire talks between the United States and Iran, describing Islamabad’s role as “more than problematic.”His concerns stem from what he called Pakistan’s “animosity” towards Israel and allegations that Iranian military aircraft are being housed at Pakistani air bases. Graham argued that such
‘China Supports Pakistan’s Mediation Role In US-Iran Conflict’ Says Wang-Yi
China has openly backed Pakistan’s mediation role between the United States and Iran, with Foreign Minister Wang Yi emphasising that negotiations between Washington and Tehran are central to resolving the ongoing West Asia conflict. His remarks came during China’s presidency of the UN Security Council in May, underscoring Beijing’s intent to position itself as a stabilising force in the
Israel Eliminates Hamas Military Chief Muhammad Odeh As Strikes Intensify In Lebanon, ‘Architect’ Of Oct 7 Attack, In Gaza
Israel Defence Forces have confirmed the elimination of Muhammad Odeh in Gaza, describing him as the new leader of Hamas’s military wing and one of the architects of the October 7 massacre.The operation was carried out under the direct instructions of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defence Minister Israel Katz, with the Prime Minister’s Office issuing a statement on X to announce the