Trump ‘shouted and cursed Netanyahu over threat to resume Beirut bombing’ Angry phone call took place after Iran said it would suspend talks with US over Israel’s Lebanon campaign, Axios reports The Guardian - UK · Jun 2
Iran Suspends US Talks After Israeli Strikes In Lebanon, But Trump Claims Negotiations Are Ongoing Iran says it has suspended indirect talks with the United States over Israel's military escalation in Lebanon, but President Donald Trump insists negotiations are still ongoing. International Business Times UK · Jun 2
The ceasefires in Gaza, Lebanon and Iran are stretching the term’s meaning Ceasefires have been announced, often to great fanfare, in Gaza, Lebanon and Iran. So why is there still so much fighting? Newslaundry · Jun 2
Israel conducts deadly attacks on southern Lebanon after Trump promises de-escalation Israel kept up strikes on southern Lebanon on Tuesday, killing eight people, including children, as it pressed its campaign against Hezbollah a day after President Donald Trump asked Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu not to attack Beirut to avert a further escalation. France 24 · Jun 2
Iran stops talking to mediators over Israel fighting Hezbollah in Lebanon, Iranian reports say Iran stopped communicating with mediators after Israel threatened to bomb Beirut as it continues fighting the Lebanese militia Hezbollah AAP · Jun 2
Trump is furious with Netanyahu because Israel is still in charge ANALYSIS: Donald Trump has gone further than ever in venting his rage against Benjamin Netanyahu, but don’t be fooled: it’s Israel’s PM who remains the master manipulator here, explains world affairs editor Sam Kiley The Independent UK · Jun 2
Critics Sound Alarm After Donald Trump Contradicts Himself Three Times in One Sentence Donald Trump's meandering CNBC interview on Iran, NATO and European 'windmills' has triggered fresh questions about his focus and judgment as he seeks a return to the White House. International Business Times UK · Jun 2
The ceasefires in Gaza, Lebanon and Iran are stretching the term's meaning Ceasefires have been announced but fighting continues across the Middle East - Gaza, Lebanon and Iran. Israeli forces advance in Gaza and Lebanon. The US and Iran trade fire, impacting global fuel supplies. Despite agreements, hostilities persist, leaving many in dire conditions and raising questions about the meaning of peace. The Economic Times · Jun 2
Iran studying deal to halt war as stalemate persists As President Donald Trump claims talks to extend the US-Iran ceasefire continue, Tehran says it's taking a "stern" approach to hammering out a deal. AAP · Jun 2
Trump Reportedly Slams Netanyahu Over Lebanon Escalation In Fiery Call President Donald Trump slammed Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over the country's escalation in Lebanon and forced him to cancel planned attacks in a Beirut suburb considered to be a Hezbollah stronghold, according to a new report. International Business Times · Jun 2
Trump Calls Netanyahu 'F***ing Crazy' In Explosive Row Over Lebanon Strikes Trump's relationship with Netanyahu strains as a heated call over Israel's Lebanon operations reveals deep disagreements, potentially impacting regional diplomacy and Iran ceasefire talks. International Business Times UK · Jun 2
Stock Index Futures Muted as Investors Parse Middle East Developments, U.S. JOLTS Report in Focus June S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESM26) are down -0.14%, and June Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQM26) are down -0.01% this morning, taking a breather after a recent rally, while investors assess the prospects for an end to the Middle East conflict. Barchart · Jun 2
Israel's Lebanon Blitz Sparks Mass Exodus After Resort, Villages and Civilian Areas Come Under Attack The escalating conflict between Israel and Lebanon has led to mass displacement, with airstrikes hitting civilian areas and infrastructure. International Business Times UK · Jun 2
'I don't trust any side to stop anything' - former Lebanese Deputy Prime Minister Top Lebanese MP and former Deputy Prime Minister Ghassan Hasbani tells Euronews' flagship morning show Europe Today that the situation on the Israel-Lebanon border remains uncertain despite reported US efforts to reduce tensions. Euronews · Jun 2
The Independent UK · Jun 2 Israel kills 8 in southern Lebanon, a day after Trump said Israel and Hezbollah to de-escalate Israeli drone strikes on southern Lebanon on Tuesday killed eight people, including a father and his two children
Euronews · Jun 2 Israel and Hezbollah exchange fire despite Trump announcing breakthrough agreement Israel and Hezbollah exchange fire after Donald Trump announced a halt, casting doubt on ceasefire efforts.
The Independent UK · Jun 2 What Trump reportedly said during his sweary phone call with Netanyahu IN FULL
Bangkok Post · Jun 2 Israel, Hezbollah exchange fire after Trump announcement BEIRUT (LEBANON) - Israel conducted strikes on south Lebanon and Hezbollah fired into northern Israel on Tuesday, after US President Donald Trump announced an agreement to halt attacks that neither side has publicly accepted.
International Business Times UK · Jun 2 Netanyahu's Reaction Emerges After Trump Reportedly Lashed Out and Called Him 'F*ing Crazy' After reports of a heated exchange over Lebanon, Netanyahu reaffirmed Israel's right to strike Beirut despite Trump's claims of de-escalation.
The Economic Times · Jun 2 Global Markets: European stocks rise as STMicroelectronics' forecasts lift tech stocks European shares climbed Tuesday, led by technology stocks boosted by strong forecasts from STMicroelectronics amid AI demand. Investors await key inflation data for insights into the Mideast conflict's economic impact. A partial ceasefire in Lebanon and easing crude prices also supported market sentiment.
The Guardian - UK · Jun 2 Middle East crisis: Rubio says opening the strait of Hormuz is first condition in talks with Iran – as it happened The US secretary of state added that Iran must also commit to specific negotiations on the disposition of highly-engaged uranium.
International Business Times UK · Jun 2 'I'm Saving Your A**': Trump's Private Rage at Netanyahu Over Lebanon Escalation Spills Into the Open Trump called Netanyahu 'f***ing crazy' in an explosive phone call over Israel's Lebanon strikes. Iran suspended peace talks with Washington, accusing Israel of violating the April ceasefire.
The Times of India · Jun 2 Israeli officials slam Netanyahu for halting Lebanon strikes after Trump's intervention In a surprising twist, Israeli officials have voiced dissatisfaction with Prime Minister Netanyahu's decision to pause military operations in Beirut after a call from President Trump. While Trump asserts his involvement was crucial, Netanyahu's team maintains that Israel's resolve to confront Hezbollah remains unshaken, provided hostilities persist.
Euronews · Jun 2 Newsletter: A historic, hardline shift in EU migration policy Also in this newsletter: Denmark's Mette Frederiksen holds on, Magyar sets off to Berlin and Paris, and former Lebanese deputy PM speaks live to Europe Today.
The Independent UK · Jun 2 Trump says ‘crazy’ Netanyahu has made everyone hate Israel in furious phone call – report Trump ‘steamrolls’ Netanyahu over Israel’s attacks in Lebanon, reportedly telling him: ‘Everybody hates you now. Everybody hates Israel because of this’