Ahead of Washington talks
Lebanese President urges US to halt Israeli operations ahead of Washington talks
President Joseph Aoun urges US to pressure Israel as Lebanon prepares for direct talks in Washington later this week.
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Israel blasts Canada
Israel blasts Canada over record antisemitism levels: The time to ban incitement is now
Israel’s Foreign Ministry criticizes Canada’s government for failing to protect Jews amid a sharp rise in antisemitic incidents.
'No alternative'
'No alternative': Iran’s Speaker demands US accept 14-point peace proposal
Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf warns of military surprises, insists the US must accept Iranian proposal to end the war.
Lebanese PM:
Lebanese PM: Open to peace with Israel under specific conditions
Lebanese PM Nawaf Salam says Lebanon is open to peace with Israel once withdrawal demands are met.
Israel deports two activists after Gaza flotilla provocation
Israel deports Spanish citizen Saif Abu Keshek and Brazilian national Thiago Avila, who were arrested aboard the Gaza flotilla in late April.
'Totally unacceptable'
'Totally unacceptable': Trump rejects Iran’s latest response
Trump rejects Iran’s response to the US proposal for a deal, calling it "totally unacceptable".
Gaza flotilla
Spain summons Israeli envoy over detention of Gaza flotilla activist
Spain summons Israel's envoy to protest the detention of an activist aboard the flotilla that tried to breach the naval blockade of the Gaza Strip.
Trump after Hormuz incident:
Trump after Hormuz incident: Zero chance Iran will have a nuclear weapon
Trump tells reporters the US is still negotiating with Iran, explains Pakistan asked that “Project Freedom" be put on hold while talks are ongoing: They agreed not to have a nuclear weapon.
Amid reports of deal
Iran’s Parliament speaker mocks Trump amid reports of deal
Iranian Parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf mocks Trump’s shifting strategy as reports hint at a looming one-page peace deal.
Canada:
Canada: Arrest made in shootings at Toronto and Vaughan synagogues
18-year-old arrested for the March shootings at two synagogues in Toronto and Vaughan.
Trump:
Trump: Iran badly wants a deal and has agreed not to have nuclear weapons
Speaking to reporters at the White House after issuing an ultimatum to Iran, Trump claims victory over Iran's military and declares: Iran cannot have a nuclear weapon, and they won't.
Brazil’s Lula condemns Israel for detention of Gaza flotilla member
President Lula da Silva demands the release of Brazilian Thiago Avila, who was arrested aboard the Global Sumud Flotilla, citing violations of international law.
Rubio declares:
Rubio declares: Operation Epic Fury is over
Secretary of State Marco Rubio says Operation Epic Fury ended after Iran's nuclear shield has been dismantled, explains the focus now shifts to Project Freedom.
'Not heavy firing'
'Not heavy firing': Trump stops short of saying Iran violated ceasefire
Trump downplays Iranian attacks, warns Tehran to keep the ceasefire: They better hope it remains in effect.
Iranian Foreign Minister:
Iranian Foreign Minister: There is no military solution to the conflict
Iran’s Araghchi warns the US and UAE of a "quagmire" and rejects military solutions to the current tensions.
Trump on Iran:
Trump on Iran: They have nothing left, we can't let them have nukes
Speaking after Iran attacked the UAE, Trump says Iran’s military is decimated and warns against them acquiring nuclear weapons.
Witkoff:
Witkoff: US in active talks with Iran to end war
US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff confirms that America is in active conversation with Iran as efforts continue to negotiate an end to the conflict.
Iran warns US:
Iran warns US: Interference in Hormuz violates the ceasefire
Senior Iranian lawmaker warns that any US interference in the Strait of Hormuz would violate the ceasefire, responding to Trump’s announcement of operation to free trapped foreign vessels.
Mamdani slams Israel for arresting Gaza flotilla activists
New York City Mayor criticizes Israel for intercepting the Global Sumud Flotilla and detaining over 175 activists, calling the action an unlawful violation of international law.
FIFA Congress:
PA soccer chief refuses handshake with Israeli soccer official at FIFA
At the FIFA Congress in Vancouver, Jibril Rajoub, head of the Palestinian Authority’s soccer federation, refuses to shake hands with Vice President of Israel’s soccer federation, citing “Israeli fascism and genocide".
Trump: Iran is dying to make a deal
President Donald Trump tells reporters that Iran is “dying to make a deal" and that negotiations could be concluded soon, emphasizes that Iran will never be allowed to have a nuclear weapon.
US slams Gaza flotilla:
US slams Gaza flotilla: Pro-Hamas, counterproductive stunt
State Department Spokesperson strongly condemns the Global Sumud Flotilla which was intercepted by the Israeli Navy, says the flotilla circumvents proper humanitarian channels.
Trump:
Trump: There will never be a deal unless Iran agrees to no nuclear weapons
President Trump says negotiations to end the war with Iran are now being conducted by telephone, after rejecting the latest Iranian proposal.
UK government appeals ruling against ban on Palestine Action
The British government appears before the Court of Appeal to defend its decision to designate anti-Israel group Palestine Action as a terrorist organization.
Serbia:
Protesters in Belgrade demand Serbia boycott Eurovision over Israel
Dozens of protesters gather outside Serbia’s state broadcaster, demanding the country withdraw from the Eurovision Song Contest because of Israel’s participation in the event.
Trump:
Trump: King Charles agrees that Iran will never get a nuclear weapon
President Trump hosts King Charles III at a White House state dinner, declares that Iran has been militarily defeated and will never be allowed to develop nuclear weapons.
Rubio:
Rubio: Iran cannot decide who uses Strait of Hormuz
Secretary of State Marco Rubio says the US rejects Iran’s offer to reopen the Strait of Hormuz under conditions, calling it an unlawful bid for control.
Sources:
Sources: US-Iran gap may be narrower than it appears
Sources tell CNN quiet diplomacy between the US and Iran continues, with mediators pressing for a phased agreement in coming days.
US Army says 38 ships turned back in Iran port blockade
US Central Command says 38 ships have been turned back during the two-week blockade of Iranian ports.
UN weighs future Lebanon presence as UNIFIL mandate nears end
UN says it is considering options for a continued presence in Lebanon after UNIFIL expires, likely with a smaller mission.
Slovenia to air films on 'Palestine' instead of Eurovision
Ireland, Spain and Slovenia will not broadcast Eurovision after boycotting the contest over Israel’s participation.
Danon: Lebanon ceasefire is not 100%
Israel’s UN envoy Danny Danon says Lebanon ceasefire is “not 100%," citing Hezbollah attacks and weak Lebanese enforcement.
Trump: I’m in no rush on Iran
Trump says Iran’s leadership is in turmoil and vows to keep the Strait of Hormuz shut pending a deal. "A deal with Iran must be everlasting, not temporary."
Teen pleads guilty in arson attack on London synagogue
Teen pleads guilty after London synagogue arson, but claims he did not know target was Jewish.
Trump says 'no time frame' for Iran conflict
Trump tells Fox News there’s no set timeline for the Iran conflict or ceasefire talks, stressing the US is focused on securing a “good deal."
Amid tensions with Hezbollah
US Embassy urges Americans to leave Lebanon as tensions rise with Hezbollah
US Embassy in Beirut urges Americans to leave Lebanon, citing terrorism, kidnapping and fast-changing security risks.
Germany and Italy reject calls to suspend EU-Israel cooperation deal
Germany and Italy firmly reject calls by Spain and Ireland to suspend the EU's cooperation agreement with Israel. German FM calls the proposal inappropriate.
Lebanon’s PM:
Lebanon’s PM: We will not be intimidated by Hezbollah
Lebanon’s Prime Minister Nawaf Salam says his government is not seeking confrontation with Hezbollah but will not be intimidated by the Iran-backed terror group.
Report:
Report: Huckabee to join US delegation for Israel-Lebanon talks
US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee will join the American delegation for the upcoming direct talks between Israel and Lebanon at the State Department on Thursday, reports CNN.
Iran claims:
Iran claims Trump’s ceasefire extension is a 'ploy for surprise strike'
Tasnim news agency reports Tehran did not request the ceasefire extension announced by Trump and suspects it may be a deception to enable future US or Israeli strikes.
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