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Why US presidents end up cursing Benjamin Netanyahu

When the Israeli prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, ordered a strike on the Lebanese capital of Beirut on June 14, Donald Trump was not amused. Fearing that the attack threatened an agreement with Iran on ending the war between the two countries, the US president lashed out. Netanyahu, he said, has…

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Hezbollah supporters gather at Nasrallah’s grave for Ashoura, in photos

Hezbollah supporters gathered Wednesday at the grave of former leader Hassan Nasrallah in Beirut to hear a speech by Hezbollah leader Sheikh Naim Qassem marking Ashoura, when Shiite Muslims commemorate Imam Hussein, grandson of the Prophet Muhammad.

The Independent UK

Trump tells Netanyahu 'be responsible with Lebanon, let Syria handle Hezbollah' at G7

Trump questions Netanyahu's methods, says Beirut strike was excessive, and points to Syria’s President as the most “capable” of countering Hezbollah.

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Iran halted planned missile attack on Israel to allow US-Iran agreement to proceed after Beirut strike: Report

Iran halted preparations for a planned missile attack on Israel on Sunday night in order to give US President Donald Trump time to defuse tensions and finalise a framework agreement between Washington and Tehran, according to a report by The New York Times citing two defence officials.

The Times of India

‘Let the oil flow!’: U.S. and Iran reach peace deal hours after Israeli strike on Beirut and Iranian retaliation threat

The war with Iran may finally be over.

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'He has no judgement': Trump 'pissed off' with Netanyahu over Israeli strike in Lebanon 'hour before the deal'

US President Donald Trump announced a finalized deal with Iran to end their conflict, despite a last-minute Israeli strike in Beirut that he claims nearly derailed the agreement. Trump expressed anger at Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's actions, calling them "f*****g attack" with "no f*****g judgement." Despite the tensions, the deal…

The Times of India

'He Has No F***ing Judgement': Trump Fumes at Netanyahu After Beirut Strike Threatened Iran Deal Signing

President Trump criticised Israeli PM Netanyahu after a Beirut strike threatened a US-Iran peace deal. The incident highlights tensions between the US and Israel amid ongoing diplomatic efforts.

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Sunday bloody Sunday: Trump warns Israel not to blow up Iran deal

TOI correspondent from Washington : In a striking public rebuke to Tel Aviv, US President Donald Trump on Sunday urged restraint after an Israeli strike on Beirut threatened to derail what he has repeatedly described as an imminent peace agreement with Iran, a deal that despite his confident predictions would…

The Times of India

US and Iran reach framework peace deal to end war

Precise terms remain unclear amid conflicting claims over when access to vital global shipping route will be restored

The Guardian - UK

Trump warns Israel and Iran not to ‘blow it’ as new strikes threaten peace deal

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The Independent UK

Iran, US agree to halt war, sending oil prices tumbling

The US and Iran have agreed a deal to end the war, which mediator Pakistan says will be signed in Switzerland later this week.

AAP

‘All sides should stand down’: Trump urges restraint as Israeli strike threatens Iran deal

US President Donald Trump has called for restraint from all sides after an Israeli air strike on Beirut threatened to complicate efforts to secure a US-Iran peace deal that he said was close to completion.

The Times of India

'Let’s not blow it': Trump calls out Israeli attacks on Beirut as Iran peace deal nears

US President Donald Trump has criticized Israeli strikes on Beirut. He stated these attacks should not have occurred as a peace deal with Iran was imminent. Trump emphasized that while Israel has the right to defend itself, the recent response was disproportionate. He called for all parties, including Hezbollah, to…

The Economic Times

Video: Deadly Israeli strike on Lebanon kills 3; will it derail US-Iran peace talks?

Israeli air strikes on Beirut’s southern suburbs on Sunday killed three people and injured six others, raising fresh concerns that the latest escalation could jeopardise ongoing efforts to secure a US-Iran peace deal.

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The Economic Times

Peace on edge: Iran threatens payback as Beirut strike tests Trump’s deal

Iran has issued a stern warning to Israel following an attack on Beirut's southern suburbs. A senior Iranian military official stated that these actions will not be left without a response. Brigadier General Mohammad Jafar Asadi, deputy commander of Iran's highest military command, made the declaration. Tehran has indicated a…

Euronews

Iran warns of 'imminent' response as Israel strikes Beirut

Iran warns of imminent retaliation after fresh Israeli strikes kill five in southern Lebanon, as Trump publicly slams Netanyahu over the timing.

The Economic Times

Iran says Israeli attack on Beirut suburbs show 'no point' in peace talks as US fails to uphold commitments

Iran's top negotiator Mohammad Baqer Ghalibaf commented on Israel's attack in Beirut. He stated the United States showed a lack of will or ability to uphold its commitments. Ghalibaf suggested continuing peace talks with the US is pointless if commitments cannot be met. This comes amid efforts to finalize a…

The Times of India

'Won't tolerate fire directed at its territory': Israel strikes Beirut following Hezbollah attack

Israel conducted air strikes on southern Beirut, targeting Hezbollah infrastructure in retaliation for rocket fire into northern Israel. This escalation occurs as US and Iran inch closer to a potential ceasefire agreement, with Qatari mediators in Tehran to finalize talks. The deal, expected soon, could halt regional conflict and reopen…

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The Economic Times

Israel says military attacked Hezbollah targets in Beirut's southern suburbs on Sunday

Israel's military struck Hezbollah targets in Beirut's southern suburbs on Sunday. This action followed Hezbollah launching projectiles into northern Israel. The Israeli military stated this was a clear ceasefire violation. Hezbollah had previously announced launching missiles and drones towards Israeli troops in southern Lebanon. This exchange of fire comes amid…

The Independent UK

Alleged spy's mysterious disappearance spotlights Israel’s intelligence networks in Lebanon

A man accused by Lebanese officials of being part of an Israeli intelligence plot took refuge in the Ukrainian Embassy in Beirut over two months ago

The Canberra Times

New books: Beirut love, vanishing wildlife and a killer husband

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International Business Times UK

Trump Says Both Sides Want Ceasefire as Iran Announces End of Military Operation Against Israel

US President Donald Trump says both Israel and Iran seek an immediate ceasefire as Iran announces end to military operations against Israel following first post-April truce missile exchanges.

The Economic Times

Lebanon says Israel has bombed it nearly 3,500 times during ceasefire

The U.S.-brokered ceasefire came into effect just after midnight on April 17, with Israeli troops still positioned deep inside southern Lebanon. While it has largely halted air strikes on Beirut and its suburbs, the truce has failed to halt fighting in southern Lebanon between Israel and Iran-backed armed group Hezbollah.

The Economic Times

Iran, Israel halt attacks after Trump pushes for ceasefire

Tehran launched missiles toward Israel late on Sunday, describing the strikes as retaliation for Israeli attacks on Hezbollah strongholds on the outskirts of Beirut. Israel responded by striking a petrochemical plant in southwestern Iran that it said was linked to ballistic missile production. Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said…

The Independent UK

Iran and Israel pause strikes after desperate Trump plea – but vow to resume attacks if ceasefire breached

The shaky ceasefire between Iran and Israel was just about holding after Donald Trump intervened in the latest tit-for-tat strikes, but both sides pledged to resume hostilities if there was any further breach of the deal

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