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Netanyahu Orders Direct Talks with Lebanon to Disarm Hezbollah and Seek Peace

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu has ordered direct talks with Lebanon focusing on disarming Hezbollah and establishing peace amid ongoing conflict and recent deadly strikes.

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Israel Launches Deadly Airstrikes in Lebanon Despite Announced Ceasefire

Despite a US-announced two-week ceasefire, Israel launched a deadly 10-minute airstrike across Lebanon, killing over 200 and wounding 1,000+. The attack sparked widespread condemnation amid ongoing conflict involving Hezbollah and regional powers.

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Iranian Minister Urges US to Choose Between War and Ceasefire Amid Lebanon Strikes

Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister Saeed Khatibzadeh told the BBC that Israeli strikes in Lebanon violate the US-Iran ceasefire, urging the US to choose between war and ceasefire. He affirmed Hezbollah's compliance and discussed maritime security in the Strait of Hormuz.

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Yvette Cooper: Iran Cannot Impose Shipping Tolls on Strait of Hormuz

Keir Starmer met Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, calling Saudi Arabia a 'steadfast ally.' Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper condemned Israel's attacks in Lebanon and rejected Iran's claim to charge tolls on shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.

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Israeli Strikes Kill Journalists in Lebanon; Strait of Hormuz Tensions Persist

Israeli strikes killed journalists in Gaza and Lebanon amid escalating tensions. Oil prices rose as fears grew over the fragile US-Iran ceasefire and the strategic Strait of Hormuz remained tense.

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Australia Urges Lebanon's Inclusion in Middle East Ceasefire Amid Rising Beirut Attacks

Australia urges Lebanon's inclusion in the Middle East ceasefire amid escalating Israeli attacks on Beirut, extending its military deployment and calling for humanitarian protections.

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Israel Supports US-Iran Ceasefire but Netanyahu's War Aims Remain Unmet

Israel supports the US-Iran ceasefire, but Netanyahu's stated war goals remain unmet amid ongoing missile attacks and political challenges, with disputes over Lebanon threatening the ceasefire's stability.

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Iran’s Strait of Hormuz Warning Heightens Shipping Risks Amid Ceasefire

The Strait of Hormuz remains tense after Iran's warning to ships amid a ceasefire, limiting passage through a key oil route and causing global economic uncertainty.

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Jeremy Bowen: Ceasefire Offers Temporary Relief Amid Ongoing Iran-US Tensions

The ceasefire between the US and Iran offers temporary relief for civilians but remains fragile. Both sides claim victory amid deep mistrust, with complex negotiations ahead in Islamabad. The conflict reshapes Middle East geopolitics, involving key issues like the Strait of Hormuz and regional al...

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Faisal Islam: Iran War Ceasefire Brings Relief but Economic Impact Lingers

The Strait of Hormuz blockade caused global price spikes, but a ceasefire offers relief. Yet, economic scars and geopolitical shifts in the Gulf persist, with uncertain impacts on energy and markets.

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US and Iran Agree on Conditional Two-Week Ceasefire Including Strait of Hormuz Passage

Iran and the US have agreed to a conditional two-week ceasefire allowing shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, following months of conflict and ongoing negotiations mediated by Pakistan.

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Israel Conducts Air Strikes in Southern Lebanon Despite US-Iran Ceasefire Deal

Israel conducted air strikes in southern Lebanon despite a US-Iran ceasefire deal, continuing conflict with Hezbollah amid significant casualties and displacement in Lebanon.

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