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Ship runs aground in Hormuz as Iran insists on controlling the strait

Iran's IRGC said the grounding was caused by the vessel straying from its approved corridor. Hormuz control and the Israeli intervention against Hezbollah in Lebanon remain the two main obstacles to a final deal.

Euronews

US and Iran enter technical talks to secure peace deal, restart shipping

Technical discussions between the U.S. and Iran are underway in Doha, aiming to secure the Strait of Hormuz shipping lanes and a lasting ceasefire. Mediated by Qatar and Pakistan, the talks follow a recent interim accord, though disagreements persist. Iran seeks recognition of its control over the strait and the…

The Economic Times

'Will not withdraw': Israel vows 'indefinite' military presence in Lebanon, Syria and Gaza

Israel's Defence Minister Israel Katz declared that Israeli forces will remain indefinitely in "security zones" across Lebanon, Syria, and Gaza to safeguard citizens from jihadist threats. This announcement comes despite a recent US-brokered peace framework with Lebanon and ongoing regional tensions. Katz also issued a stern warning to Iran against…

The Times of India

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'I don’t want it, we can finance ourselves': Netanyahu calls for ending Israel’s dependence on US aid

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared Israel's robust economy no longer requires US financial aid, aiming to cease assistance this year. He reaffirmed opposition to Palestinian statehood and discussed maintaining Israeli forces in Lebanon until threats from Hezbollah are eliminated. Netanyahu emphasized an active security policy, stating readiness to act…

The Times of India

‘Get away from there – run!’ The stunning film about love blossoming amid the carnage of Aleppo

Birds of War is an award-winning docudrama in which its own directors fall in love while reporting the horrors in Syria. They explain why they needed a psychotherapist to complete it

The Guardian - UK

'We will not leave': Netanyahu visits Israeli troops in 'occupied' southern Lebanon

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited the Israeli military-occupied territory in southern Lebanon and declared that Israeli forces would not withdraw as long as Iran-backed Hezbollah continued to threaten Israel, despite a US-mediated security agreement reached last week that envisages a phased Israeli pullback from parts of the area.

The Times of India

Talks in Qatar after US-Iran deal: What we know

DOHA - US envoys met with Qatari mediators on Tuesday in Doha to discuss negotiations with Iran, the Gulf state said, after Tehran and Washington agreed a memorandum of understanding this month to halt the Middle East war.

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Iran shuts door on US peace talks, insists Hormuz stays under its control

Iran has refused to meet with top US envoys, casting doubt on peace prospects. Disagreements persist over a ceasefire and terms for lifting the Strait of Hormuz blockade. While shipping has partially resumed, Iran insists on controlling traffic and imposing tolls, a stance the US opposes. The conflict's impact on…

The Economic Times

US envoys met with mediators in Qatar, talks with Iran up in the air

US envoys met Qatari mediators in Doha on Tuesday for discussions on negotiations with Iran, even as both Tehran and Doha dismissed President Donald Trump's suggestion that direct US – Iran talks were taking place. The meetings come as both sides seek to implement a memorandum of understanding aimed at…

France 24

US envoys Steve Witkoff, Jared Kushner meeting mediators in Doha

US envoys, including Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, are in Doha for talks with Qatari mediators concerning regional issues, notably Iran, Lebanon, and the ongoing Middle East conflict. While discussions will touch upon Iran, direct high-level negotiations between the US and Iran are not scheduled. Technical delegations are present to…

The Economic Times

UAE lifts Lebanon travel ban after weeks of restrictions; Emiratis revive long-awaited travel plans

The UAE has lifted its travel ban on Lebanon, allowing Emirati citizens to visit the country again after weeks of restrictions, a move welcomed by travellers eager to revive long-delayed holiday, family and reunion plans.

The Times of India

Iran's Intransigence

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Reason

Lebanon-Israel Peace Deal May Shut Door on ICC Investigations Into War Crimes Against Israel

A US-mediated peace agreement between Lebanon and Israel faces criticism for a legal clause that may hinder war crimes accountability, raising concerns among legal experts and human rights advocates.

International Business Times UK

Feliks the eagle back home in Serbia after kidnap and illegal sale ordeal in Middle East

Feliks' ordeal highlighted both the widespread practice of profit-driven, illegal animal trade and an unfaltering struggle by animal protection groups to counter it.

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Israeli minister says 70 per cent of Gaza occupied as he pushes for new settlements

ISRAEL'S finance minister has called for the immediate establishment of Israeli settlements in the Gaza Strip’s northern perimeter, claiming…

The Independent UK

Feliks the eagle is back home in Serbia after a kidnap ordeal in the Middle East

Feliks’ journey resembles a Hollywood movie script, with kidnappers, smugglers and clandestine border crossing

The Independent UK

How some in Palestinian diaspora find connection, identity and resilience in traditional embroidery

From refugee camps to stitching circles, many in the Palestinian diaspora around the world are engaging with a traditional form of Palestinian embroidery as far more than a decorative aesthetic

The Independent UK

Iran-US war latest: Vance says US in ‘great position’ even if talks fail in Qatar

Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff will discuss the state of negotiations with mediators

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The Economic Times

The US is getting something right — in Lebanon

Peace talks with Iran are a complex process to define the post-conflict regional balance. While Iran seeks to leverage its control over the Strait of Hormuz, a US-Lebanon-Israel agreement aims to integrate Hezbollah into the Lebanese state, potentially ending the war. This deal, though facing resistance, offers a path to…

The Independent UK

Lebanon's Brazil fans celebrate a World Cup Round of 32 win, in photos

In the northern Lebanese town of Zgharta, Brazilian flags hung from balconies and stone alleyways as families prepared for Brazil’s Round of 32 FIFA World Cup match against Japan.

The Economic Times

Iran says this. The US says that. A look at the trickiest issues in the unresolved conflict

The US and Iran face a tight deadline to finalize a peace deal, yet remain divided over an interim agreement. Disagreements persist regarding the Strait of Hormuz and the ongoing conflict in Lebanon, with both nations engaging in military actions. While the US claims a meeting is scheduled, Iran denies…

Medical Daily

Pennsylvania Has 83 Measles Cases, Including 49 in One County Near World Cup Host Philadelphia

Pennsylvania has 84 measles cases in 2026, with the outbreak's center 75 miles from World Cup host Philadelphia. Wastewater already shows measles signal near the city.

The Economic Times

What's in the deal between Israel and Lebanon?

Israel and Lebanon have reached a U.S.-brokered peace framework, aiming for mutual recognition and an end to hostilities. Key points include the gradual disarming of Hezbollah by the Lebanese army, eventual Israeli withdrawal, and international aid for Lebanon's reconstruction. However, Hezbollah has rejected the terms, viewing them as a surrender,…

The Independent UK

Iran-US war latest: Trump sends envoys to Qatar despite Tehran ruling out peace talks

Marco Rubio and Steve Witkoff are travelling to represent the US

France 24

Only Iran will carry out Hormuz Strait demining, Tehran says in rebuttal to Macron

The removal of mines from the Strait of Hormuz is to be carried out solely by Iran according to ‌the pact between Tehran and Washington, ‌Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi ⁠said on Monday. French President Emmanuel Macron had earlier said that France and Oman had decided to collaborate on…

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