Israeli strikes in Lebanon 'grave violation' of ceasefire, Iran minister tells BBC
Iran's deputy foreign minister says the US must choose between 'war and ceasefire'.
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"You cannot ask for a ceasefire and then accept terms and conditions, accept all the areas that a ceasefire is applied to, and name Lebanon, exactly Lebanon in that, and then your ally just starts a massacre."
— Saeed Khatibzadeh , Politician
"I am very much hopefu..."
— Saeed Khatibzadeh , Politician
"Any reports suggesting the strait was closed were false."
— Karoline Leavitt , Politician
"US forces would remain in the region until the real agreement with Iran was adhered to."
— Donald Trump , Politician
"Iran must stop terrorising Israel through Hezbollah, which must be disarmed immediately."
— Jean-Noël Barrot , Politician
"We want to see Lebanon included in the ceasefire."
— Yvette Cooper , Politician
"expressed optimism in de-escalation hours after Tehran and Washington struck a ceasefire deal."
— Nawaf Salam , Politician
Key People
Former president of the United States known for his aggressive economic policies.
Jean-Noël Barrot is France's Foreign Minister involved in sanctioning Israeli officials.
Karoline Leavitt is the White House press secretary.
Lebanese Prime Minister who accused Israel of war crimes regarding the targeting of journalists.
Iran's ambassador to Pakistan, involved in mediating between Iran and the United States.
Saeed Khatibzadeh is Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister.
Yvette Cooper is a British Labour Party politician who has served in various ministerial roles.
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Iran's deputy foreign minister says the US must choose between 'war and ceasefire'.
The Guardian provides live updates on the Middle East crisis, highlighting President Trump's warning to Iran to adhere to the ceasefire amid Israeli attacks on Lebanon.
Al Jazeera reports on global reactions to Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon, which have resulted in significant casualties, following the US-Iran ceasefire.
CBS News provides live updates on Iran's accusations against the U.S. for violating the ceasefire framework amid ongoing Israeli attacks on Lebanon.
Business Standard reports on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's statement that the ceasefire with Iran does not apply to Hezbollah, indicating continued military operations against the group.
The Associated Press reports on the escalating tensions in the Middle East, with Israeli attacks on Lebanon threatening the fragile ceasefire and potential mines in the Strait of Hormuz.
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