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🔴 LIVE NOW — Minute-by-minute coverage of escalation in Hormuz and Lebanon
April 24, 2026 04:51:16 Beirut Time

US Iran escalation has entered a critical phase today, as rapid developments in the Strait of Hormuz and Lebanon raise concerns over a potential widening of the confrontation.


🔴04:50:32

Double Strike — Two airstrikes hit Touline town in southern Lebanon

▪️ Heavy warplane activity during strikes

🔴 00:31:57

Trump

– The United States will directly support Lebanon to enable it to defend itself against Hezbollah.
– We look forward to hosting Benjamin Netanyahu and Joseph Aoun soon in Washington.
The rest of the statements are via the link.

🔴 00:12:40

Israeli Army

– Armed individuals launched a drone towards an army force in southern Lebanon; our forces then carried out attacks on military infrastructure.
– Hezbollah’s attacks constitute a violation of the ceasefire, and we continue to operate along the forward defense line to destroy military infrastructure.

🔴 23:56:27

Israeli media

The Air Force carries out airstrikes in Lebanon following rocket fire towards the Upper Galilee.

🔴 23:52:06

An Israeli airstrike on the Al-Rayhan area in southern Lebanon.

🔴 23:45:28

Direct talks begin between Lebanon and Israel.

The US ambassadors to Lebanon and Israel are participating in the talks, alongside the ambassadors of Lebanon and Israel to Washington.

🔴 23:28:49

Israeli media

– Missile interceptions in the skies of Shtula in the Upper Galilee.
– Interception of 3 rockets launched from Lebanon towards the Upper Galilee, with 2 falling in open areas.

🔴 23:26:04

Hezbollah

– We shelled an Israeli army gathering in the city of Bint Jbeil in southern Lebanon with artillery shells.
– We attacked an Israeli bulldozer with a loitering drone while it was demolishing houses in the town of Rishaf in southern Lebanon.

🔴 23:12:32

Trump

– Some small boats are all that remain of Iran’s navy, and we will destroy them as well.

– Iran may have rearmed during the two-week pause.

– The Iranian military has been completely defeated, and the Iranians do not know who leads their country.

– The new Iranian leadership is experiencing a state of intense internal conflict, and we are the ones who created this chaos for them.

– The Iranians will need about 20 years to rebuild what we destroyed.

– The United States has hit approximately 75% of the targets in Iran.

– We have decided to give Tehran an opportunity to resolve its internal conflicts before moving forward with negotiations.

– We have full control over the Strait of Hormuz, and it will be opened when an agreement is reached or something else happens.

– We are not under any pressure regarding Iran, and our blockade will continue until the Iranians reach an agreement.

– I rejected an Iranian offer to open the strait because that would provide them with $500 million in daily revenue.

🔴 22:26:37

Iranian Supreme Leader in a post

– A media campaign is seeking to undermine our national unity and national security.
– Iran’s unity will only grow stronger and more resilient, and the malicious efforts to undermine our unity must not succeed.

🔴 22:04:28

Fars News Agency

– The activation of air defense systems in Tehran tonight came in response to the presence of drones, some of them of the Orbiter type.

🔴 21:50:10

Wall Street Journal citing US officials

– Ammunition shortages due to the Iran war may hinder our defense of Taiwan against a Chinese invasion.
– The military has launched more than 1,000 long-range Tomahawk missiles since the outbreak of the Iran war.

🔴 21:43:42

Trump

– No agreement will be reached with Iran unless it is suitable and serves our interest.

– I have plenty of time, but Iran does not, and time is running out.

– The blockade on Iran’s ports is tight and strong, and the situation for Iran will only get worse.

🔴 20:57:56

Israeli Broadcasting Corporation

Israel has not launched an attack on Iran.

🔴 20:41:30

Mehr News Agency

– Activation of air defenses in Tehran to counter a hostile target.

🔴 20:32:20

Axios citing a US official:

President Trump will attend part of the meeting between the Israeli and Lebanese ambassadors at the White House tonight.

🔴 19:34:24

Lebanon

An Israeli airstrike targeted the town of Shoukin – Nabatieh district.

شوكين - لبنان - Shoukin - Lebanon
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🔴 18:32:45

Lebanese Information Minister

– President Aoun affirmed that any contact with the Israeli Prime Minister was never under consideration.
– President Aoun stressed that he would take any path to stop the aggression against Lebanon.

🔴 18:00:59

Ttump

– The American and Israeli military campaign in Iran has left the regime in a state of chaos.
– Leadership in Iran has become unclear after we removed three levels of leadership and everyone who was close to it.
– Iran is no longer the bully in the Middle East, and no one wants to help it because it no longer possesses a deterrent factor.

🔴 17:48:33

Fars News Agency citing the Central Bank of Iran

– Transit fees for the Strait of Hormuz are collected only from ships that obtain a transit permit.
– Revenues from transit fees for ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz, in exchange for security services, will be delivered in cash.
– Fees imposed on ships vary according to the type and quantity of goods and the level of risk.

🔴15:59:36

Direct Threat — Trump: We will fire on mine-laying boats as mine-clearing ops intensify in Hormuz

▪️ Warning to target mine-laying vessels immediately

▪️ Ongoing mine-clearing operations in the strait

▪️ Orders to triple clearance efforts

🔴15:47:57

Maritime Attack — Epaminondas owner says Iranian forces raided vessel in Hormuz and opened fire

▪️ Incident occurred during strait transit

▪️ Crew confirmed safe

🔴15:29:08

Rapid Escalation — Simultaneous military, maritime, and political developments unfold

▪️ Nawaf Salam urges US and France to support army and fund relief in Lebanon

▪️ Israeli blasts hit residential areas in Bint Jbeil

▪️ Reports of Iranian attack on vessel in Hormuz with gunfire

▪️ 34 Iran-linked oil tankers cross despite US blockade

▪️ Qatari diplomatic moves to address regional fallout

Within the US-Iran escalation

🚨 What’s happening now:

🔴14:45:08| Full Escalation — Rapid military, political, and economic developments across the region

▪️ Explosions in southern Lebanon with heavy warplane activity

▪️ US naval moves and interception of Iran-linked vessels

▪️ Oil price surge and warnings of global energy crisis

▪️ International calls for de-escalation and renewed talks

Within the US-Iran escalation

🔴14:39:02

Naval Escalation — Pentagon: Forces boarded a sanctioned vessel carrying Iranian oil in the Indian Ocean

▪️ No evasion of sanctions via international waters

▪️ Maritime interception and inspection operation

🔴14:34:40

European Optimism — UK and French defense ministers express confidence in real progress on Hormuz

▪️ Emphasis on diplomatic track

▪️ Focus on safeguarding international navigation

🔴 14:31:56

German Pressure — Berlin urges Iran to resume talks and stresses keeping Hormuz open

▪️ Calls on Tehran to seize the chance for dialogue with Washington

▪️ Ensuring free navigation without fees or obstacles

▪️ Ready to help secure maritime routes under international law

🔴13:55:27

Diverging Stances — Hezbollah MP and Lebanese presidency issue statements on ceasefire and negotiations

▪️ Hassan Fadlallah: Commitment to ceasefire if Israel complies

▪️ Warning against direct talks with Israel

▪️ Al-Rahi: Negotiations are necessary to stop the bleeding

▪️ Emphasis on Lebanon’s unity and army role

🔴 13:49:54

Oil Surge — Brent crude rises 1.9% to $104 per barrel amid fears of a prolonged Middle East war

▪️ Markets react to escalating tensions

▪️ Concerns over global supply disruption

🔴13:32:19

Broad Warning — Israeli army confirms troop presence in southern Lebanon and warns civilians

▪️ Continued deployment to counter Hezbollah activity

▪️ Ban on approaching Litani River area

▪️ Return blocked to over 40 southern towns

🔴11:51:47

Call for Calm — Afghan FM hopes for extending ceasefire between Washington and Tehran, rejects violence

▪️ Support for diplomatic solutions

▪️ Warning against wider conflict escalation

🔴11:14:20

Twin Blasts — Explosions reported in Khiam and Mais al-Jabal coinciding with Israeli warplane activity in the south

▪️ Loud blasts heard across the area

▪️ Intensive warplane flights reported

🔴10:47:07

Critical Warning — IEA chief: We face the biggest threat to energy security in history

▪️ Unprecedented risks to global supply

▪️ Calls for urgent international action

Within the US-Iran escalation

🔴10:20:07

Immediate Intercept — Israeli army announces launching an interceptor missile toward a suspicious aerial target in southern Lebanon

▪️ Target detected in southern airspace

▪️ Air defenses activated instantly

Within the US-Iran escalation

🔴 09:58:20

Rapid developments: US political, military, and regional escalation updates

▪️ US Senate rejects attempt to halt operations against Iran

▪️ Pentagon: Navy Secretary John Phelan dismissed, leaves immediately

▪️ CENTCOM: 31 vessels ordered to turn back under Iran blockade

▪️ Iran: Execution over alleged Mossad espionage

▪️ France: Strike on UNIFIL in Lebanon a “war crime”

🚨 What’s happening now:

  • Growing military escalation in the Strait of Hormuz
  • Rising field and political tensions in southern Lebanon
  • Uncertainty surrounding the ceasefire and ongoing negotiations

🔴 LIVE UPDATE: US-Iran escalation in Hormuz and Lebanon — Follow real-time developments

🕒 Latest update: April 23, 2026 | Beirut Time


🔴 09:06 | BREAKING

Washington: Rejection of halting operations against Iran and Pentagon shake-up

  • US Senate rejects attempt to halt military operations
  • US Navy Secretary John Phalen officially dismissed
  • Internal tensions reported between the Pentagon and Navy leadership

🔴 08:53 | BREAKING

Lebanon accuses Israel of war crimes against journalists

  • Prime Minister: Targeting journalists and blocking aid is a war crime
  • Lebanese President: The aim is to conceal the reality of operations
  • Escalating political and media confrontation with Israel

Last Update: April, 22 🔴 23:56:58 Beirut Time

🔴 23:56:58

Trump to Fox News

– There is no time pressure regarding the ceasefire or agreeing on a new date for talks with Iran.

– There is no timeline for the war, and there is no need to rush.

– It is not true that I want to end the war because of the midterm elections.

– We are seeking to reach a good agreement for the American people.

– Araghchi is a smart man, and I expect him to be present when talks with Iran resume.

🔴 23:44:54

Reuters citing security and maritime sources

– The US military intercepts 3 Iranian oil tankers in Asian waters and diverts their course.

🔴 23:09:29

Fox News citing the White House

– Iran is required to hand over its enriched uranium to the United States.

– There is a ceasefire, but the process of economic pressure continues.

🔴 23:07:53

Reuters citing a Lebanese official

– Beirut conditions the extension of the ceasefire on expanding the talks with Israel.

🔴 22:36:09

The White House

– The President has not set a specific deadline for extending the ceasefire, and reports of a 3 to 5-day period are incorrect.

🔴 21:56:14

US State Department

– We urge American citizens to leave Lebanon while commercial flight options are still available.

🔴 21:39:13

Hezbollah

We targeted an Israeli command Hummer vehicle with a drone in the town of Al-Qantara, in response to the violation of the ceasefire.

We targeted a gathering of Israeli army soldiers in the town of Al-Qantara in southern #Lebanon with a loitering drone.

🔴 20:41:10

Israeli Army
– Reports of two female journalists injured as a result of the attacks in southern Lebanon; we are not preventing the arrival of rescue teams at this time.

🔴 20:16:31

New York Times citing a Pakistani official

– A second round of negotiations may be held in the coming days.

– Pakistani mediators have received positive signals from Iran following the extension of the ceasefire.

🔴 19:58:06

Artillery shelling targets the town of Touline.

تولين - لبنان - Touline - Lebanon
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🔴 19:54:48

A strike by an Israeli drone targeted Qaqaiyat al-Jisr, with reports of casualties.

🔴14:31:59

Araghchi: US responsible for Hormuz tensions, warns of global fallout

▪️ Iran says measures comply with international law

▪️ Aggressor states to bear global economic consequences

▪️ Criticism of Europe’s silence on nuclear site attacks

🔴 01:33:36

Shipping rises in Hormuz despite tensions

▪️ WSJ: 22 vessels crossed last week

▪️ Up from 15 the previous week

▪️ Highest level since start of conflict

🔴13:33:13

NATO tensions: Trump admin considers punishing allies

▪️ Politico: list of “compliant vs defiant” allies

▪️ Measures considered against non-supporters

▪️ Potential strain within Western bloc

🔴13:06:20

Iran seizes two vessels in Hormuz, warns of strict enforcement

▪️ Tasnim: ships moved to Iranian shores

▪️ Accused of endangering maritime security

▪️ IRGC: strict enforcement of navigation laws

🔴 04:36:56

Fox News citing sources

– The ceasefire that Trump extended in Iran will be short-lived unless an agreement is reached quickly.

– Trump decided not to resume strikes on Iran at this time out of respect for the Pakistani mediators.

– The decision not to resume strikes at this time is a final opportunity for peace that Trump is granting to the Iranian people.

🔴 04:20:44

NBC citing a US State Department official

Secretary Rubio is expected to join the talks between Israel and Lebanon tomorrow, Thursday.

 
🔴 04:12:59

Trump

– We will not agree to opening the Strait of Hormuz because that would ruin any chance of reaching an agreement with Iran.

– People contacted me 4 days ago and said that Iran wants the Strait of Hormuz to be opened immediately.

– Iran does not want to close the Strait of Hormuz and is begging to have it opened to save its losses, which amount to $500 million per day.

🔴 00:38:53

Iranian television, quoting the spokesperson for the Khatam al-Anbiya Headquarters

– Our readiness is complete, and our hand is on the trigger in light of American threats.

– We will strike the United States and Israel forcefully in response to any strikes.

🔴 00:16:18

Axios citing sources

– One of the reasons for Trump’s decision is that Washington and Islamabad are awaiting the Iranian Supreme Leader’s response to the latest proposal.
– The Iranian leadership is witnessing intense internal debate regarding how to move forward with the talks.

 

🔴 00:05:13

Advisor to the Speaker of the Iranian Parliament

– Trump’s extension of the ceasefire carries no meaning.

– The loser cannot impose conditions, and the continuation of the blockade is no different from bombing, and must be responded to militarily.

– Trump’s extension of the ceasefire is an attempt to buy time in order to carry out a surprise strike.

– Now is the time for Iran to take the initiative.


🔴 April, 21 🔴 04:36:56 Beirut Time

🔴 23:16:50

Trump

– We have been asked to stop our attack on Iran.

– We will extend the ceasefire until Iran presents its proposal and the discussions conclude one way or another.

– Extension of the ceasefire.

– I have instructed our armed forces to continue the blockade and to remain on high alert and capable of moving.

🔴 23:12:22

Wall Street Journal

– A US official: There are no plans at this time to lift the blockade imposed on Iranian ports.

– Officials: Tehran and Washington have not informed mediators of the cancellation of the talks in Islamabad.

🔴 22:46:48

Tasnim News Agency citing sources

The Iranian negotiating delegation informed the United States, through the Pakistani mediator, that it will not travel to Islamabad tomorrow.

🔴 22:27:33

Senior Iranian official to Reuters

– Pakistan’s efforts to convince the United States to lift the naval blockade and release our ship have not yet borne fruit.

– We reject any negotiations conducted under pressure or aimed at surrender.

– We may participate in the Pakistan talks if the United States abandons its policy of pressure and threats.

🔴 22:04:21

Wall Street Journal sources

Vance has temporarily suspended his plans to travel to Pakistan following a series of intensive meetings at the White House.

Trump is discussing canceling Vance’s trip due to Tehran’s unwillingness to make concessions on enrichment.

🔴 21:56:35

Israeli Ambassador in Washington

While we are working with Washington for a better future for Israel and Lebanon, Hezbollah is violating the ceasefire.

🔴 21:51:52

Hezbollah

We targeted an Israeli army artillery position in Kfar Giladi with rockets and drones, in response to ceasefire violations.

🔴 21:36:21

AP citing a US official

– It is impossible to predict what will happen if the ceasefire ends without holding a meeting in Islamabad.

– Trump has other options that do not amount to resuming airstrikes on Iran.

🔴 21:25:39

Iran’s Ambassador to the United Nations

We have made it clear that breaking the blockade is a fundamental condition, after which the next round of negotiations will be held.

🔴 20:26:56

Nawaf Salam

– Lebanon is fighting a war that was imposed on it, not one it chose.
– Lasting stability cannot be achieved without Israel’s withdrawal and the return of prisoners and displaced persons to their villages.

🔴 20:24:12

Macron

– The scope of the truce in Lebanon must be expanded to allow for sustainable stability.
– Stability in Lebanon will not be achieved without Israel’s withdrawal from Lebanese territory and the disarmament of Hezbollah.

🔴 19:59:05

Israeli Army

– Hezbollah launched rockets towards Israeli forces in the Rub Thalatheen area, south of the forward defense line.
– Interception of a drone launched by Hezbollah towards Kfar Yuval in the Upper Galilee.
– The army struck the platform from which the rockets were launched in southern Lebanon.

🔴 17:59:06

Pakistani Information Minister

– The ceasefire ends at 4:50 AM tomorrow, Wednesday, Pakistan time.
– Iran’s decision to participate in the talks before the end of the ceasefire period is extremely crucial.
– We have made intensive efforts to persuade the Iranian leadership to participate in the second round, and efforts are ongoing.

🔴 17:50:19

Lebanese Army Commander

– Whoever oversteps the military institution and questions its role serves Israel’s objectives and incites internal strife.
– National civil peace is the strongest weapon to protect Lebanon from the dangers threatening it.
– Lebanon will recover every inch of its land.

🔴 17:19:41

Iranian Ministry of Defense

We must force the United States into complete surrender in all fields, whether on the battlefield or in diplomacy.

🔴 16:40:48

Pakistani Foreign Minister

– We stress the necessity of communication between Washington and Tehran and considering an extension of the ceasefire.
– We focus on dialogue as the optimal path to achieving lasting regional peace and stability.

🔴 16:15:59

Spokesperson for the Iranian government

– We do not want to be subjected to attacks again, but if that happens, we will undoubtedly respond more severely than before.

🔴 16:08:23

An Israeli airstrike targeted Wadi al-Hujayr in southern Lebanon.

🔴 15:55:02

Trump

– Iran has no choice but to send a delegation to negotiate, and I believe this will lead us to a great agreement.
– We do not have much time regarding the expiration of the ceasefire.
– I do not want to extend the ceasefire.

– I have indeed changed the regime in Iran, perhaps indirectly.

– We will not allow the Middle East to be blown up, then Europe, and then our turn comes.

🔴 15:31:00

Lebanese Prime Minister

– Diplomacy is not a sign of weakness, but rather an expression of national responsibility to restore our country’s sovereignty and protect our people.

– Through the diplomatic path, we seek to end the Israeli presence in Lebanon, release our prisoners, and ensure the return of the displaced.

– Establishing the state’s monopoly on weapons and putting an end to interference in our affairs must no longer be a matter of question after today.

– The stronger the Lebanese army becomes, the weaker the illegitimate armed entities grow.

🔴 15:14:51

AP citing officials

Mediators have received confirmation that Vance and Ghalibaf will arrive in Islamabad on Wednesday morning to lead the talks.

🔴 14:45:04

US: tanker seized, Iran accused of violating ceasefire

▪️ Trump: Iran breached truce multiple times

▪️ Pentagon: intercepted MT Tiffany tanker

▪️ US forces boarded the vessel

🔴14:44:04

Iran: fully ready for war resumption with “new battlefield cards”

▪️ Tasnim: military readiness increased, new targets set

▪️ Prepared for rapid large-scale response

▪️ Anticipated ceasefire collapse in advance

🔴13:49:07

Berri: No lines at all… this is Lebanese land, and we cannot afford to lose a single meter of it

 

🔴13:49:07

Israel renews warning: no return or movement south of Litani

Villages:

Al-Bayada, Shama, Tayr Harfa, Naqoura, Dhayra, Yarine

Bint Jbeil area: Rmeish, Bint Jbeil, Aitaroun, Maroun al-Ras, Yaroun

Marjayoun: Kfar Kila, Adaisseh, Taybeh, Houla, Markaba, Bani Hayyan

Others: Mays al-Jabal, Blida, Kounine, Deir Siriane, Qantara, Khiam

🔴13:24:20

EU warns: Hormuz disruption could have catastrophic global impact

▪️ Transport chief: consequences will hit Europe and beyond

▪️ Working on alternative aviation fuels

▪️ Seeking alternative energy sources amid crisis

🔴12:53:29

Elysée: Lebanon ceasefire is fragile; challenge is to sustain it

▪️ Calls to avoid escalation and deny pretexts

▪️ Truce described as temporary and under pressure

▪️ Focus on securing borders and stability

🔴12:38:33

Araghchi: army and IRGC back diplomacy to protect Iran’s interests

▪️ Emphasizes military-diplomatic coordination

▪️ Armed forces support Iranian negotiators

▪️ Signals strength amid regional tensions

🔴12:33:39

European front: political pressure and criticism of Israel

▪️ Spain and EU states push to review ties with Israel

▪️ Criticism of situation in Lebanon

▪️ Calls to shift approach away from war

🔴 12:33:07

Hormuz front: evacuation plans and calls to restore navigation

▪️ Plans to evacuate hundreds of stranded vessels

▪️ China urges quick restoration of shipping

▪️ Calls for freedom of navigation

🔴 12:32:20

Iran front: warnings of renewed attacks and readiness to respond

▪️ Judiciary: likelihood of renewed attacks is significant

▪️ Full readiness for decisive response

▪️ Continued escalation rhetoric

🔴12:31:52

Negotiation front: conflicting reports on delegations, momentum builds

▪️ Pakistani sources: momentum for new talks tomorrow

▪️ Iran denies any delegation arrival in Islamabad

▪️ European and German calls to resume talks

🔴12:16:42

Iran accuses US of piracy, warns of consequences over “Tosca” vessel seizure

▪️ Foreign Ministry: attack is terrorism and ceasefire violation

▪️ Warns of severe consequences, demands release of ship and crew

▪️ Vows to use all capabilities to defend national interests

▪️ Holds US fully responsible for escalation

🔴07:19:35

WSJ: Trump unlikely to extend ceasefire with Iran

▪️ White House official says extension unlikely

▪️ Current truce expires tomorrow

▪️ Concerns over renewed escalation

🔴07:12:55

US-Iran escalation: USS Lincoln enforces naval blockade amid mutual accusations

▪️ CENTCOM: USS Lincoln operating to enforce blockade on Iranian ports

▪️ White House: closer than ever to a deal with Tehran

▪️ Trump: “Midnight Hammer” destroyed nuclear-related sites

▪️ Iran: attack on vessel “Tosca” piracy and hostage-taking

▪️ Tehran warns of consequences, holds US fully responsible

🔴01:27:32

Ghalibaf: Trump seeks to impose surrender; rejects talks under pressure

▪️ Accuses US of violating ceasefire and imposing blockade

▪️ Tehran rejects negotiations under threats

▪️ Says Iran prepared new moves on the battlefield

🔴00:56:07

US urges China to stop supplying Russia with war-support materials

▪️ Deputy US envoy calls on Beijing to halt support

▪️ Warning over continued indirect assistance

▪️ Comes amid rising global tensions


April, 20 🔴 23:16:08 Beirut Time

🔴 23:16:01

Washington Post: Pakistan warns Trump against strong public rhetoric

▪️ Pakistani official: messages delivered to Washington

▪️ Call to tone down public statements

▪️ Warning over impact on negotiation process

🔴 19:36:16

Pakistani source

– We expect the second round of negotiations between Washington and Tehran to begin on Tuesday afternoon.

– We expect the Iranian delegation to arrive on Tuesday morning, around the same time as the US delegation.

🔴 19:13:49

AP citing a US official

– We will continue to facilitate direct and good-faith discussions between the Israeli and Lebanese governments.

🔴 19:00:24

Lavrov confirms to Araghchi Russia’s readiness to help reach acceptable agreements between Iran and the Gulf states.

🔴 18:41:58

Iranian President:

The unconstructive and contradictory signals from American officials carry a bitter message.

🔴 18:40:44

Israeli Channel 12

– The Air Force attacked a cell that posed a threat to Israeli forces south of the Litani River, southern Lebanon.

– Army forces detonated buildings in the village of Deir Siryan in southern Lebanon.

🔴 18:12:51

An Israeli airstrike on the Qaqaiyat al-Jisr bridge cafe, and reports of casualties.

القعقعية - لبنان - Qaqaiyat - Lebanon -
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🔴 18:06:27

Tasnim News Agency citing a source:

Iran is taking into account the possibility that media reports regarding the negotiations may be deceptive.

🔴 17:44:25

Israeli forces detonate houses in the city of Bint Jbeil, southern Lebanon.

🔴 17:12:30

Trump to the BBC:
– If the ceasefire period with Iran ends, a lot of bombs will explode.
– We are not negotiating on anything other than Iran not possessing nuclear weapons.

-Gas prices will plummet dramatically if this ends, and if Iran does what it is supposed to do.

🔴 17:09:14

Lebanese official source

– A second meeting will be held at the US State Department next Thursday between Lebanon and Israel.

– Ambassador Nada Moadem will represent Lebanon at the meeting, which is considered a continuation of Tuesday’s meeting.

🔴 16:39:10

New York Post quoting Trump
JD Vance, along with special envoy Witkoff and Kushner, are currently on their way to Pakistan.

🔴 16:15:42

Reuters citing a senior Iranian official

– Pakistan is making positive efforts to end the American blockade and ensure Iran’s participation in the talks.

– Iran is seriously considering participating in peace talks with the United States, but a final decision has not yet been made.

🔴 16:06:14

Spokesperson for the US Central Command

– Our forces continue to impose the naval blockade on Iran, and no change so far.
– The aircraft carrier Ford has joined our area of operations and is active in the Red Sea.

🔴 15:48:36

Israeli Channel 15

A second meeting will be held next Thursday in Washington between the Israeli ambassador and the Lebanese ambassador.

🔴 15:32:39

The Hill website quoting Trump

The Pakistani Army Chief did not recommend anything regarding the blockade of Iranian ports.

🔴 15:29:58

Pakistani Ministry of Interior

The Minister of Interior discussed with the Iranian ambassador the arrangements for the second phase of the Islamabad talks. He stressed the need to reach a sustainable solution through diplomatic channels to reduce tension.

🔴 14:08:53

Lebanese Presidency

President Aoun discussed with the US Ambassador the post-Washington meeting phase and ways to maintain the truce.

🔴 13:28:59

Joseph Aoun

– The negotiations with Israel will be handled by a delegation headed by Simon Karem, and no one will share this mission with us.
– The goal of the negotiation is to end hostilities, secure the Israeli withdrawal from Lebanese territory, and deploy the army up to the internationally recognized borders.
– The negotiations are separate from any other negotiations, and we have two options: either the continuation of war or negotiation to establish stability.

🔴 12:57:39

Accelerating regional and international diplomatic moves

▪️ Qatar: gradual return of foreign airlines to Hamad Airport

▪️ Israel: security cabinet meets on Iran and Lebanon

▪️ Russia: hopes talks continue, avoid military scenario

▪️ Lebanon: government seeks to reclaim war and peace decision

🔴12:37:11

Hormuz: China raises concerns amid rising Iran–US tensions

▪️ China expresses concern over interception of Iranian cargo ship

▪️ Tehran says strait security harmed by US-Israeli actions

▪️ Escalating tensions over freedom of navigation

🔴 12:14:39

Berri meets US Ambassador Michel Issa in Ain al-Tineh

▪️ Meeting underway at Speaker’s residence

▪️ Talks on developments and escalation in Lebanon

▪️ Comes amid negotiations and international pressure

🔴12:06:12

Iran–US escalation: no decision on talks, accusations of truce breach

▪️ Tehran: no decision yet on next negotiation round

▪️ Accuses US of violating ceasefire and imposing naval blockade

▪️ Threat of response after attack on Iranian vessel and crew secured

🔴11:45:38

South Lebanon escalation: Israeli warnings and Hezbollah field clashes

▪️ Israeli army urges residents not to return south of Litani

▪️ Rocket launcher struck in Qlaouieh area

▪️ Hezbollah claims destruction of 4 Merkava tanks in Taybeh

🔴 03:59:35

Bloomberg: European natural gas futures jump 11% after Hormuz closure

▪️ Sharp rise in gas futures

▪️ Markets reacting to renewed Hormuz shutdown

▪️ Concerns over broader energy crisis in Europe

🔴 01:49:47

Reuters: Brent futures jump 7% to $97.5 per barrel

🔴01:48:22

Tasnim: exchange of attacks between Iran and US forces at sea

▪️ Targeted Iranian vessel was en route from China

▪️ Iran says it struck US military ships with drones

▪️ Direct escalation in maritime confrontation


April 19, 🔴15:16:59  Beirut Time

🔴 15:16:51

Advanced preparations for US-Iran talks in Islamabad underway

▪️ AP: mediators finalizing arrangements for new round

▪️ US security teams already in Islamabad

▪️ Pakistani media: two US planes carrying prep teams arrived

▪️ Trump: representatives heading to Islamabad tomorrow

More details via link

🔴14:08:44

Iran escalates over Hormuz, blocks tankers from entering

▪️ Tasnim: two tankers turned back from the strait

▪️ Advisor: Paris meeting “ridiculous show,” praises Spain

▪️ Two foreigners arrested over Starlink-related equipment

▪️ Netherlands: joint European effort to support navigation freedom

🔴14:03:03

Advisor to Iran’s Supreme Leader: Hormuz and Malacca secured by Iran and allies

▪️ Claims strategic control over key maritime routes

▪️ Highlights role of allies in securing navigation

▪️ Deterrence message amid regional escalation

🔴14:01:36

Iran internal front: tensions and increased military readiness

▪️ Communication challenges after strikes on leadership

▪️ Faster rebuilding of missile and drone capabilities

▪️ Arrests on espionage charges inside Iran

🔴13:56:25

Diplomatic front: push to extend ceasefire amid cautious progress

▪️ UK and Pakistan discuss truce extension and navigation freedom

▪️ Turkey: talks largely complete despite differences

▪️ No confirmed date for next US-Iran round

▪️ US says a major deal is approaching

🔴 13:52:32

Hormuz front: naval mines, military activity, and shipping disruption

▪️ US reports Iran planted mines; threat level unclear

▪️ Manned and unmanned mine-clearing operations underway

▪️ LNG carriers reroute after failed crossing attempts

▪️ Tehran: new order governing the strait

🔴13:35:14

Tracking data: Two LNG carriers turn back from Hormuz

▪️ Abort crossing attempt

▪️ Tensions impact routes

🔴13:33:37

Pakistan: No date set yet for next US-Iran talks

▪️ Timing remains unclear

▪️ Ongoing contacts continue

🔴 13:27:10

US Energy Secretary: We are close to major solution with Iran

▪️ Ending long-standing threat

▪️ Optimism over deal

🔴 13:25:08

UK discusses ceasefire extension and Hormuz navigation with Pakistan

▪️ Emphasis on maritime security

▪️ Support for diplomatic efforts

🔴 12:23:35
▪️ Israeli army: We will continue clearing the areas under our control in southern Lebanon to eliminate any threats

🔴 12:20:43
▪️ CNN: Maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz has come to a complete halt
▪️ Most vessels have diverted toward the Gulf of Oman

🔴 12:05 | BREAKING
▪️ Iranian President: We are not seeking to expand the war and have not attacked any country
▪️ We are exercising our legitimate right to self-defense

🔴 11:23:54
▪️ Israeli army: One soldier killed in clashes in southern Lebanon
▪️ 9 others injured with varying degrees of severity

🔴 10:24:16
▪️ Channel 12: Israeli army now controls one-third of the area between the border and the Litani River

🔴🔴 10:01:16
▪️ U.S. Central Command: Naval operations have led to a complete halt of maritime trade to and from Iran

🔴 09:24:16
▪️ Bloomberg: 5 LNG tankers changed course after Iranian warnings of closing the Strait of Hormuz

🔴 09:24:16
▪️ Yedioth Ahronoth: Closure of the Strait of Hormuz increases the likelihood of renewed conflict

🔴 09:24:16
▪️ Iranian Revolutionary Guard: We will target any vessel that does not comply with transit instructions in the Strait of Hormuz
▪️ Direct warning issued to the United States against any intervention

🔴 09:24:16
▪️ Iranian state TV: Gradual reopening of airspace in four phases

🔴 08:24:16
▪️ Wall Street Journal: Breakthrough in Iran negotiations expected within days
▪️ New talks anticipated in Pakistan

🔴 07:24:16
▪️ Wall Street Journal: Trump rejected plans to take control of Kharg Island
▪️ Said U.S. troops would become easy targets

🔴 07:24:16
▪️ Trump: Israel is a great ally and knows how to win
▪️ Statements reaffirm strong U.S. political support for Israel

🔴 07:24:16
▪️ Qalibaf: We do not trust the United States
▪️ Any mistake will be met with a direct military response

🔴 06:24:16
▪️ Iran: We will not send any enriched materials to the United States
▪️ Negotiations have not yet reached the stage of a direct meeting

🔴 05:24:16
▪️ United Nations: French UNIFIL peacekeeper killed in southern Lebanon
▪️ Attack attributed to non-state actors in preliminary assessment

🔴 05:24:16
▪️ Netanyahu: We will continue operations in the security zone inside Lebanon to neutralize threats

🔴 05:24:16
▪️ Al Jazeera correspondent: Settlers set fire to a home and a commercial facility north of Ramallah

🔴 00:01 | Start of Coverage
▪️ Iranian threats to target vessels in the Strait of Hormuz
▪️ Escalating warnings between Tehran and Washington
▪️ Rising tensions in Lebanon and Gaza alongside maritime crisis


April 18, 🔴23:18:24 Beirut Time

🔴23:18:15

Bloomberg: 5 LNG carriers reroute away from Strait of Hormuz after Iranian warning

▪️ Ship tracking data confirms course changes

▪️ Direct impact of closure threats

▪️ Rising concern in global energy markets

🔴23:10:27

Netanyahu: Our forces will continue operations in the security zone to thwart threats

▪️ Confirms ongoing military operations

▪️ Aims to counter threats to forces and towns

▪️ No indication of immediate de-escalation

🔴 21:21:02

Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps

Trump’s statements are worthless, and ships should follow the news only from the official source of our naval forces.

🔴 21:14:18

Naim Qassem

– The ceasefire must include both parties.

– Hezbollah remains in the field and will respond to any violations.

– We are open to cooperating with the Lebanese authorities on a new page based on achieving the sovereignty of our nation and preventing sedition.

🔴 20:51:07

Israeli media

A security incident and a serious violation by Hezbollah in southern Lebanon. Further details will be released later after approval by the censor.

🔴 17:23:17

First Vice President of Iran

Breaking the alleged naval blockade and doubling our oil exports is proof of Iran’s decisive victory.

🔴 16:55:21

Iran’s Supreme National Security Council

The US delegation raised new and excessive demands in the Pakistan negotiations, and our delegation faced them with a firm stance.

We are studying new American proposals conveyed by the Pakistani Army Chief, and have not yet responded to them.

Iran is determined to control traffic through the Strait of Hormuz until the war ends completely.

If Washington continues to impose a naval blockade, Iran will prevent the conditional and limited opening of the Strait of Hormuz.

Any ship intending to cross the Strait of Hormuz is obliged to pay security and passage fees through routes we specify.

🔴 16:03:42

Major escalation in Strait of Hormuz: US patrols and attacks on commercial ships

▪️ CENTCOM: Apache helicopters supporting freedom of navigation

▪️ UKMTO: Container ship damaged by projectile off Oman

▪️ Axios: IRGC carried out 3 attacks on vessels today

▪️ Iran: Control of Hormuz in its hands, threatens field action

🔴15:37:24

French soldier killed in southern Lebanon; 3 UNIFIL wounded in armed attack

▪️ UNIFIL: one soldier killed, three injured

▪️ Lebanese Army launches investigation

▪️ Macron blames Hezbollah and calls for immediate action

▪️ Lebanese presidency offers condolences

🔴15:26:38

Israeli artillery shelling targets central sector in southern Lebanon

▪️ Strikes hitting areas in southern depth

🔴14:44:26

 Iran escalates pressure on the Strait of Hormuz

▪️ Supreme Leader: Naval forces ready to inflict new defeats
▪️ Tehran rejects new talks with the US
▪️ Ships receive calls to close the strait

🔴14:33:17

Ongoing disruption in Strait of Hormuz threatens global oil flows

▪️ Reports of shipping disruptions

▪️ Concerns over wider market impact

▪️ Details: https://www.profilenews.com/?p=218801

🔴 12:33:05

Reports: Iran announces renewed closure of the Strait of Hormuz amid US tensions

▪️ Move linked to ongoing US naval blockade

▪️ Strait placed under strict military control

▪️ Major threat to global oil flows

🔴 11:40:29

CNN: US-Iran talks to be held Monday in Pakistan

▪️ Date set for next round of negotiations

▪️ Pakistan to host the meeting

▪️ Part of ongoing diplomatic track

🔴 04:16:11

Large-scale demolition and explosions carried out by Israeli army in Khiam, Bint Jbeil, and Bayyada

▪️ Massive blasts reported across multiple southern towns

▪️ Targets include Khiam, Bint Jbeil, and Bayyada (Al-Jadida)

▪️ No immediate details on damage or casualties

🔴03:34:13

Artillery shelling on outskirts of Kounine and tank sweeps inside Khiam

▪️ Shelling targeting areas around Kounine

▪️ Tanks conducting clearing operations in Khiam


🕒 Last Update: April 17, 🔴20:15:23 Beirut Time

🔴 20:15:23

Joseph Aoun

– We turned night into day to achieve the ceasefire in Lebanon, and we endured a great deal for that.

– We now stand at a stage of working from the ceasefire towards permanent agreements.

🔴 19:07:00

The agreement to end the war has become nearly complete, after most of the main points with Iran have been finalized, and it will be done very quickly.

🔴12:20:02

Hezbollah: 2,184 military operations in 45 days, readiness remains high

▪️ 2,184 operations carried out against Israel

▪️ Combat readiness remains in place

▪️ Warning of potential hostile actions

🔴10:34:58

Israel: North to return to normal Sunday; Netanyahu cancels cabinet meeting

▪️ Local leaders advise gradual return to normal life

▪️ Decision follows security assessment in the north

▪️ Netanyahu cancels weekly cabinet meeting Sunday

🔴 05:16:24

ترامب: آمل أن يتصرف حزب الله بشكل جيد… لا مزيد من القتل ويجب تحقيق السلام

▪️ دعوة لخفض التصعيد خلال هذه المرحلة الحساسة

▪️ تأكيد على ضرورة إنهاء القتال

▪️ وصف المرحلة بأنها فرصة لتحقيق السلام

🔴 03:03:10

Axios: Trump pushed for Lebanon ceasefire; Aoun-Netanyahu meeting unlikely

🔴 01:40:31

Lebanese Army warns against celebratory gunfire after ceasefire takes effect

▪️ Gunfire and rocket firing in the air endanger civilians and property

▪️ Call to comply with laws and refrain from any shooting

▪️ Offenders will be pursued, arrested, and referred to judiciary

🔴 01:27:17

Reports of Israeli notice to Lebanese Army and UNIFIL not to reopen Qasmiyeh bridge and restrict civilians

▪️ Instructions not to reopen the bridge for now

▪️ Civilians barred from entering surrounding area

🔴01:15:49

Israeli urgent warning to southern Lebanon residents after ceasefire begins

▪️ Army says it remains deployed in positions in the south

▪️ Residents urged not to move south of the Litani River until further notice

▪️ Warning issued despite ceasefire entering into force


Last Update: April 17, 🔴00:00:00 Beirut Time

 

🔴 00:00:00

The truce in Lebanon begins, following airstrikes that directly targeted the city of Sour.

🔴 23:55:58

– Israeli airstrikes targeted the towns of Khirbet Selm and Touline in southern Lebanon.

– Israeli artillery shelling targets the towns of Kfar Tebnit, Arnoun, Yahmar, and Zawtar in southern Lebanon.

🔴 23:51:28

Israeli airstrikes on Rishaf, Deir al-Zahrani, Kfar Roumman, Jbshite, Toul, Harouf, Toura, Adchit, Froun, Qaqaiyat al-Jisr, and Zawtar al-Sharqiyah in Lebanon.

🔴 23:30:39

Two Israeli airstrikes on the towns of Deir Qanoun al-Nahr and Al-Majadel in southern Lebanon.

🔴 23:26:54

Two Israeli strikes on Bint Jbeil and Hadatha in southern Lebanon

🔴 23:18:51

Israeli airstrikes on Deir Taqla, Al-Halousiyah, Haris, and Loubiyeh in southern Lebanon.

🔴 23:12:13

– Israeli airstrikes on Yahmar al-Shqayf, Baraashit, and Touline in southern Lebanon.
– Israeli artillery shelling on the outskirts of Deir Qanoun Ras al-Ain, Al-Burj al-Shamali, Al-Bazouriyah, and the outskirts of Nabatieh Al-Fawqa in southern Lebanon.

🔴 23:10:54

Israeli media
– Power outage in several areas in Karmiel following rocket fire from Lebanon.
– Several cars set on fire in Nahariya following a rocket attack from Lebanon that targeted the city.

🔴 23:05:26

Israeli airstrikes on Kfar Roumman, Qaqaiyat al-Jisr, Sajid, Kafra, and the outskirts of the town of Debin in southern Lebanon.

🔴 23:04:58

Israeli army
Emergency teams are working in several locations where rockets landed in northern Israel.

🔴 23:42:11

Clarification: No airstrike on Al-Housh… artillery shell landed in an open area in Maamoura

▪️ Shell fell in an open area without direct targeting

🔴22:16:30

Airstrikes, artillery shelling, and sirens reported on both sides of the border

▪️ Strike targets Kfar Remman in southern Lebanon

▪️ Artillery shelling on Hanniyeh, Burj al-Shamali, and Al-Housh

▪️ Sirens in Naqoura after drone infiltration

🔴 21:55:55

US State Department
– Israel has the right to take necessary actions for self-defense at any time.
– All parties acknowledge that the Lebanese Armed Forces are exclusively responsible for Lebanon’s sovereignty and the defense of its territory.
– The negotiations between Israel and Lebanon aim to resolve all outstanding issues, including the demarcation of the international land border.

🔴 21:53:20

President of the European Council
– The ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon must be implemented and verified on the ground.
– Israel and Lebanon must engage in serious negotiations leading to tangible results.
– Empowering the authorities to disarm Hezbollah is the only sustainable solution to restoring Lebanon’s stability.

🔴 21:51:37

Pakistani Army Chief to the Iranian News Agency
We recognize the importance of the ceasefire in Lebanon and will monitor it closely.

🔴 21:46:10

Joseph Aoun
We are continuing on the negotiating path according to the initiative we announced, and today the first phase of it began, which is the ceasefire.

🔴 21:35:22

Lebanese Army

We call on citizens to wait before returning to the villages and towns of the south until the agreement comes into effect.

🔴 21:23:04

Statements by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu:

There is a historic opportunity to make peace with Lebanon.

President Trump intends to invite me along with the Lebanese President to push towards a peace agreement.

Reaching peace with Lebanon is possible because we have changed the balance of power.

We have received appeals from Lebanon over the past month to hold direct negotiations, which has never happened before.

I responded to Lebanon’s appeals and agreed to a temporary 10-day ceasefire to move peace talks forward.

We have two demands: disarming Hezbollah and concluding a sustainable peace agreement from a position of strength.

We rejected two of Hezbollah’s conditions: our withdrawal to the international borders, and a ceasefire based on calm for calm.

We will remain in a security zone in southern Lebanon, reinforced with forces from the sea up to the border with Syria.

The security zone extends to a depth of 10 kilometers, removes the risk of an invasion of our territory, and prevents rocket fire on our towns.

We must take care of the missiles in Hezbollah’s possession as part of the progress toward a peace agreement.

🔴 21:07:42

Trump

I had two excellent phone calls with the Lebanese President and the Israeli Prime Minister.

I will meet with the Lebanese President and the Israeli Prime Minister, and I had a great conversation with them.

A meeting will be held between Lebanon and Israel, the first in 40 years.

Lebanon and Israel will likely meet within days at the White House, which hasn’t happened in 44 years.

I will visit Lebanon in due course.

We will continue to support the Lebanese army.

We will see how things go regarding dealing with Hezbollah.

🔴 20:52:04

Yedioth Ahronoth citing an Israeli official

– If the Lebanese government does not disarm Hezbollah itself, we will do so.

– Trump forced Israel to agree to a ceasefire in Lebanon.

🔴 20:48:48

Speaker of the Iranian Parliament to the Pakistani Army Chief

– We desire peace in the region, but the other side is backing away from its promises.

– Reaching a comprehensive ceasefire in all conflict zones is one of the clauses of the ceasefire agreement with Washington.

🔴 20:35:03

Lebanese Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri

Residents should wait before returning to their towns until matters become clear in accordance with the ceasefire agreement.

🔴 20:29:06

Two Israeli airstrikes on the towns of Qaqaiyat al-Jisr and Shebaa in southern Lebanon.

🔴 20:20:06

Two Israeli airstrikes on the towns of Qana and Burj Qalawiyah in southern Lebanon.

🔴 20:13:38

Lebanese Parliament member from Hezbollah, Ali Fayyad, to Al Jazeera:

The ceasefire must be full and comprehensive.

The continued targeting of sites in southern Lebanon will constitute a violation of the agreement.

The continuation of assassination operations will be a blatant violation of the ceasefire.

We will approach the ceasefire with caution and vigilance.

Any Israeli presence on Lebanese territory gives the people the right to respond.

The upcoming phase is thorny and full of mines and challenges.

The government is unable to meet Israel’s complex demands.

The 10-day deadline will not be sufficient, and we are facing a complex phase.

The ceasefire must lead to the achievement of Lebanese demands.

We reject bilateral negotiations with Israel.

We call on the Lebanese state to return to indirect negotiations.

We are ready to reach an understanding with the government to address outstanding points regarding weapons.

The worst scenario for the Lebanese, and the best for the Israelis, is reaching internal infighting.

The option of direct negotiation with Israel leads to an internal confrontational path.

The agreement is the result of Iranian pressure, Pakistani efforts, and Saudi cooperation.

🔴 19:55:37

Two Israeli airstrikes on the towns of Yahmar al-Shqayf and Kfarhata in southern Lebanon.

🔴 19:48:49

Two Israeli airstrikes on the towns of Mifdoun and Bavliyeh in southern Lebanon.

🔴 19:40:58

President of the European Commission
– We welcome the ceasefire in Lebanon and will continue to demand respect for Lebanon’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.
– We will continue to support the Lebanese people through substantial humanitarian aid.

🔴 19:34:48

Israeli Channel 12 citing a source
– The ceasefire allows Israel to target Hezbollah if any threat is detected.

🔴 19:33:05

Senior Hezbollah source
– The ceasefire must include a cessation of hostilities across all Lebanese territory.
– The ceasefire cannot include any freedom of movement for Israel.

🔴 19:27:42

Two Israeli airstrikes on Qaqaiyat al-Jisr in southern Lebanon.

🔴 19:26:25

Israeli artillery shelling targets the outskirts of the town of Harouf in southern Lebanon.

🔴 19:19:58

Yedioth Ahronoth
Netanyahu’s approval of the ceasefire in Lebanon was done without a vote by the mini-ministerial council.

🔴 19:18:24

Two Israeli airstrikes on the towns of Qaqaiyat al-Jisr and Houmin al-Fawqa in southern Lebanon.

🔴 19:17:53

Israeli Broadcasting Corporation citing a source
The army may seek to achieve strategic strikes before the ceasefire comes into effect.

🔴 19:16:17

Two Israeli airstrikes on the towns of Arki and Yahmar al-Shqayf in southern Lebanon.

🔴 19:15:40

Israeli airstrikes on the town of Deir al-Zahrani in southern Lebanon.

🔴 19:13:10

Jerusalem Post quoting an Israeli official:
The army will maintain its positions in southern Lebanon during the ceasefire period.

🔴 19:01:13

Trump

  • Let us accomplish the task of achieving lasting peace between Lebanon and Israel.
  • I will invite Netanyahu and Aoun to the White House for the first serious talks between Israel and Lebanon.

  • Both the Israeli and Lebanese sides want peace, and I believe it will be achieved quickly.

🔴 18:54:57

Nawaf Salam

I welcome the announcement of the ceasefire made by President Trump, which has been a Lebanese demand that we have sought since the first day of the war.

🔴 18:51:52

Hezbollah parliament member Hassan Fadlallah to Reuters

The Iranian ambassador informed us that the agreement begins tonight.

🔴 18:45:46

Statements by US President Donald Trump:

I had an excellent conversation with both Lebanese President Joseph Aoun and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

Aoun and Netanyahu have agreed to achieve peace between the two countries.

I have directed Vance and Rubio to work with Israel and Lebanon to achieve sustainable peace.

An agreement has been reached on a ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel for 10 days, effective from midnight tonight.

🔴 18:06:22

Two Israeli airstrikes on the town of Deir al-Zahrani in southern Lebanon.

🔴 17:45:06

Israeli airstrikes on the towns of Al-Ghandouriyah, Siddikin, Qana, and Al-Ramadiyah in southern Lebanon.

🔴 17:15:10

US Central Command

14 ships turned back in compliance with US forces’ directives, 72 hours after the blockade was imposed.

🔴 16:46:35

Haaretz citing official sources

The army has received orders to prepare for a ceasefire in Lebanon to begin between 7:00 PM and midnight.

🔴 16:42:08

Israeli Home Front Command
Sirens sounding in Kiryat Shmona in the Upper Galilee after detecting missiles launched from Lebanon.

🔴 16:06:20

Israeli airstrikes targeted the towns of Al-Duwayr and Aramta in southern Lebanon.

🔴 15:47:58

Israeli airstrikes targeted:

– Al-Bazouriyah in Tyre
– Ali al-Taher
– Kfar Tebnit
– Dibal
– Ksarat al-Arush – Al-Rayhan
– Al-Majadel near a UNIFIL point

🔴 15:12:51

A barrage of fire and simultaneous airstrikes target several towns in southern Lebanon.

▪️ 6 airstrikes (fire belt) on the town of Al-Majadel
▪️ An airstrike on Al-Mansouri
▪️ Airstrikes on Bin Afoul and Deir al-Zahrani

🔴13:29:33

Heavy rocket barrages launched from southern Lebanon

▪️ Intense launches toward northern Israel

▪️ Escalation in field response

🔴12:51:09

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Fire belt on Kfarthouh with simultaneous strikes on Dahr al-Baidar and Aabba

▪️ Intensive bombardment (fire belt) on Kfarthouh

▪️ Drone strike targets a van in Dahr al-Baidar

▪️ Additional strike on Aabba

🔴 12:00:38

Strike targets Qasmiyeh bridge after evacuation in southern Lebanon

▪️ Bridge hit after checkpoint and roads were cleared

▪️ Escalation targeting key infrastructure

🔴11:24:56

Israeli airstrikes target Kafra, Haris, Touline, and Qlileh in southern Lebanon

▪️ Simultaneous strikes across multiple towns

▪️ Broad escalation in western and central sectors

🔴 11:10:40

Israeli army issues urgent warning to residents south of the Zahrani River in southern Lebanon

▪️ Call to evacuate or avoid specified areas

▪️ Warning of imminent military operations

▪️ Applies to areas south of the Zahrani River

🔴 10:51:16

Israeli Home Front: Sirens in Kfar Giladi, Upper Galilee after rockets from Lebanon

▪️ Alerts activated in northern Israel

▪️ Rockets detected from southern Lebanon

▪️ No immediate reports of casualties

🔴03:46:38

Israeli strike targets Sarafand in southern Lebanon

🔴 03:30:58

WSJ: Trump told White House guests he wants to end the Iran war quickly

▪️ US leaning toward a rapid end to the conflict

▪️ Remarks come amid accelerating diplomatic moves

▪️ No further details on implementation

🔴02:55:00

قصف مدفعي متواصل على دبين مع محاولة توغل وغارة على كفرصير

▪️ قصف مستمر يستهدف البلدة الحدودية

▪️ تقارير عن محاولة توغل بري في المنطقة

▪️ غارة إضافية على بلدة كفرصير

🔴02:54:56

Israeli strikes hit Tebnine, Hebbariyeh, and Nabatieh in southern Lebanon

▪️ Strike near Tebnine hospital

▪️ Targeting Hebbariyeh in Hasbaya district

▪️ Additional strike on Nabatieh city

🔴 01:26:42

NBC citing a US official

Washington’s focus is on building trust between the Israeli and Lebanese governments to pave the way for a peace agreement.
Washington would like Hezbollah and Israel to stop fighting, but it has not demanded a ceasefire.

🔴 00:36:14

Axios citing Israeli officials:

The meeting of the mini-ministerial council ended without a decision regarding a ceasefire in Lebanon.

🔴 00:31:03

A new Israeli airstrike on the town of Debin in the Marjayoun district of southern Lebanon.


🕒 Last Update: April 15, 🔴 23:55:43 Beirut Time

🔴 23:55:43

Israeli strikes on Haris, Zrarieh, Mazraat Mashraf, and Batoulieh in southern Lebanon

🔴 23:51:30

Ghalibaf

Hezbollah and Iran are one entity in war and ceasefire, and America must retreat from Israel’s first mistake

🔴 23:07:32

Artillery shelling on the city of Bint Jbeil and the Areed Debin area in southern Lebanon.

🔴 23:07:15

Israeli airstrikes on the towns of Aita al-Jabal, Jouya, and Kfar Roumman in southern Lebanon.

🔴 23:06:39

Israeli artillery shelling on the Areed Debin area in southern Lebanon.

🔴 22:55:04

Two rocket barrages launched from southern Lebanon towards the Galilee.

🔴 21:59:39

An Israeli airstrike targeted the seaside corniche in the city of Sour.

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🔴 21:54:28

Israeli Home Front Command
Sirens activated in Al-Ghajar in the Upper Galilee.

🔴 21:47:41

Israeli airstrikes on the towns of Qana, the Al-Qasimiyah area, Al-Zarariyah, Touline, and Kfarsir in southern Lebanon.

🔴 21:21:44

Benjamin Netanyahu:

  • We continue to strike Hezbollah and will settle the battle in Bint Jbeil.
  • Our American allies keep us informed regarding their communications with Iran.
  • With the possibility of resuming fighting with Iran, we are on high alert for any scenario.
  • I have ordered the army to continue reinforcements in southern Lebanon.
  • We are conducting the first negotiations with Lebanon in over 40 years, aimed at disarming Hezbollah and establishing a sustainable peace.
  • Yesterday, I issued instructions to the army to continue reinforcing the security zone in southern Lebanon.
  • It is too early to determine how the talks with Iran will end or even how they will proceed.

 

  • 🔴 20:56:03

Yedioth Ahronoth: The Israeli army has set 3 basic conditions for reaching an agreement with Lebanon:

– Establishment of a buffer zone up to the Litani River, free of Hezbollah’s presence.
– Full Israeli military freedom of operation to remove threats in areas north of the Litani.
– A long-term process for dismantling Hezbollah’s weapons under American supervision.

🔴 20:49:13

White House

The White House denied the accuracy of reports about a US request to extend the ceasefire with Iran, affirming that the upcoming negotiations will most likely take place in Islamabad, as it is the sole mediator.

The White House stated that the United States remains intensively engaged in negotiations regarding Iran, describing the talks as “productive and ongoing.” It added that discussions are underway regarding the possibility of holding direct talks with Tehran.

The White House expressed feeling “comfortable with the chances of reaching an agreement” with Iran, confirming that this is the current situation.

🔴 20:23:08

New York Times quoting an Israeli official

Lebanon ceasefire may begin Thursday and last about a week

🔴19:21:05

Series of Israeli airstrikes hit multiple towns in southern Lebanon

▪️ Strike on Barghaz

▪️ Strike between Briqaa and Qsaibeh and another on Shaabiyeh

▪️ Two strikes on Debbine and Qantara

▪️ Additional strike on Majdal Selm

🔴 19:17:53

Israeli media: Sirens sound in Kadita north of Safed

🔴 19:15:59

CNN: Netanyahu aware that avoiding talks with Lebanon may push US to impose ceasefire

▪️ Israeli source: concern over unilateral US move

▪️ Pressure to accelerate negotiation track

▪️ Fears of losing control over decision-making

🔴 23:36:07

Axios: US and Iran nearing framework agreement to end the war

🔴 17:33:27

Israeli Broadcasting: Contacts underway for ceasefire in Lebanon, early reports of Iranian proposal

▪️ Israeli source: ongoing contacts to halt fire

▪️ Initial reports: Iran may suspend enrichment for 10 years in exchange for ceasefire

▪️ No official confirmation yet

🔴16:57:31

Two Israeli airstrikes target Aita Al-Jabal and Al-Mansouri in southern Lebanon

▪️ Airstrike on Aita Al-Jabal

▪️ Additional strike on Al-Mansouri

🔴16:53:30

Israeli media: Preparations for temporary ceasefire in Lebanon… no final decision yet

▪️ Army preparing for possible week-long ceasefire starting tomorrow

▪️ US request for temporary truce as “goodwill gesture”

▪️ Israeli official: no final decision has been made

🔴 23:26:12

Israeli Broadcasting: Washington asks Tel Aviv to consider temporary ceasefire in Lebanon

▪️ Cabinet set to discuss the US request

▪️ Proposal seen as a “goodwill gesture” amid ongoing talks

▪️ Comes during continued field escalation

🔴 23:24:03

Israeli Broadcasting: Security cabinet to meet tonight over US ceasefire proposal for Lebanon

▪️ Political-security meeting to discuss developments

▪️ Review of US proposal for ceasefire

▪️ Comes amid ongoing escalation

🔴 15:33:00

 

 

 

 

 

 

Israeli strikes hit Shahabiyeh, Beit Yahun, Deir Al-Zahrani, and Srifa with reported injuries

▪️ Injuries reported from strike on Shahabiyeh

▪️ Two-missile strike on Beit Yahun

▪️ Two strikes on Deir Al-Zahrani – Nabatieh district

▪️ Additional strike on Srifa

🔴15:17:08

Axios: US has not agreed to extend ceasefire, ongoing contacts with Tehran

▪️ Senior official: no agreement on extension yet

▪️ Continued engagement to reach a deal

▪️ Diplomatic efforts continue amid escalation

🔴14:54:31

Lebanese Foreign Ministry: We will file a complaint to the UN Security Council over April 8 strikes

🔴14:38:48

Iran FM spokesperson: We can negotiate enrichment levels but will not give up our right to enrich

▪️ Reaffirmation of Iran’s right to uranium enrichment

▪️ Conditional openness to negotiate levels

▪️ Ongoing gap with US demands

🔴 14:12:46

Hotel, pool, and chalets in Naqoura targeted in southern Lebanon

▪️ Strike hits coastal tourist facilities

▪️ Material damage reported

🔴14:07:11

Civil Defense: Artillery shelling targets outskirts of Al-Housh (Al-Abraj) – Tyre

▪️ Shelling near Burj Al-Shamali area

▪️ Artillery fire on outskirts

🔴11:40:43

Israeli army renews warning to residents south of the Zahrani River in southern Lebanon

🔴 11:11:06

Hezbollah: Rocket barrage targets Misgav Am in response to ceasefire violations

🔴11:02:12

Israeli Home Front: Sirens in 7 locations in Upper Galilee after drone infiltration from Lebanon

▪️ Alerts expanded across northern areas

▪️ UAV infiltration detected

▪️ No immediate reports of interception or casualties

🔴 22:59:04

New strikes hit Qlileh, Babbliyeh–Ghassaniyeh, and Breqaa in southern Lebanon

▪️ Airstrike on Qlileh

▪️ Motorcycle targeted between Babbliyeh and Ghassaniyeh

▪️ Two strikes on Breqaa so far

🔴09:58:06

Object, possibly a rocket, falls in Ablah – Zahle district, eastern Lebanon

▪️ Object landed in a populated area

▪️ Nature of the object not yet confirmed

▪️ No confirmed reports of casualties

🔴09:38:06

New strike at Barja junction and vehicle hit on Saadiyat–Jiyeh road

▪️ Second strike reported in Barja within minutes

▪️ Vehicle targeted on Saadiyat–Jiyeh road

▪️ Initial info: truck carrying food supplies

🔴 00:34:28

Israeli strikes target Jbaa in Nabatieh and outskirts of Babbliyeh in Sidon

▪️ Strike on Jbaa in Nabatieh district

▪️ Airstrike on outskirts of Babbliyeh in Sidon

▪️ No immediate reports of casualties

 Previous Update: April 14, 2026 

🔴23:08:27

Israeli strike targets Maarakeh junction in southern Lebanon

🔴20:53:15

Drone strike targets a vehicle in Tyre near Al-Khadra Mosque

▪️ Direct strike inside the city

▪️ Ambulances heading to the scene

▪️ No confirmed details yet on casualties

🔴20:30:31

NYT: Pakistan seeks to organize second round of US-Iran talks this week

▪️ Officials: diplomatic push for new round soon

▪️ Efforts continue despite political and military escalation

▪️ Islamabad likely to host the talks

🔴18:32:26

Direct Lebanon-Israel talks begin in Washington with official statements on solution path

🔴18:02:34

Israeli strike targets the Qasmiyeh river crossing area in southern Lebanon

▪️ Strike near a key crossing point

▪️ Warplanes active in the area

🔴17:13:03

Drone strike targets a vehicle in Al-Housh or Ain Baal, southern Lebanon

▪️ Initial reports of UAV strike

▪️ Location between Al-Housh and Ain Baal near Tyre

▪️ No immediate confirmation on target or casualties

🔴16:48:03

13 Israeli airstrikes so far on Srifa in southern Lebanon

▪️ Intensive and ongoing aerial bombardment

▪️ Notable escalation in number of strikes

▪️ No immediate details on damage or casualties

🔴16:43:21

Sirens in Kiryat Shmona and Margaliot for the second time within an hour after rockets from Lebanon

▪️ Home Front: alerts in northern Israel

▪️ Yedioth: second siren within one hour

▪️ Rockets detected from southern Lebanon

🔴10:16:27

Israeli warplanes launch a series of airstrikes on Al-Housh – Tyre

▪️ Multiple strikes reported around Tyre – Al-Housh

🔴10:10:54

Widespread escalation: strikes in southern Lebanon and sirens in northern Israel

▪️ Airstrikes on Arabsalim, Qlawi, Borj Qlawi, and Aitit

▪️ Sirens in Metula, Kfar Giladi, and Misgav Am after drone detection

▪️ Hezbollah: targeting artillery positions in Bayyada and operations room near Kfar Giladi

▪️ Israeli drone strike targets a vehicle in Shebaa

🔴04:03:28

JD Vance Iran statements: No deal without ending enrichment and reopening the Strait of Hormuz

🔴 03:14:56

Two Israeli airstrikes target Mashghara and Sahmar in eastern Lebanon

🔴 03:05:21

Israeli strikes hit Mashghara and Nabatieh Fawqa with continued bombardment on Ansariyeh

▪️ Airstrike on Mashghara in West Bekaa

▪️ Strike on Nabatieh Fawqa in southern Lebanon

▪️ Repeated strikes on Ansariyeh

🔴 02:53:50

Series of Israeli strikes hit Nabatieh, Sidon, and Tyre districts with reported injuries

▪️ Drone strike targets a vehicle in Msayleh (Nabatieh), injuries reported

▪️ Two strikes on Ansariyeh and Bissariyeh (Sidon – Zahrani)

▪️ Additional strike on Shebriha (Tyre district)

🔴01:38:50

Vance: Progress in Iran talks but major deal depends on key concessions

▪️ Talks not unsuccessful; Iran made moves but not sufficient

▪️ US demands full halt to enrichment and removal of enriched uranium

▪️ Deal tied to abandoning nuclear weapons pursuit and support for terrorism

▪️ Hormuz oil blockade adds economic pressure on Tehran

▪️ Coming days will determine chances of a major agreement

🔴 01:04:59

Bloomberg: US-Iran discussions underway for new talks before ceasefire expires

▪️ Goal: reach a long-term ceasefire

▪️ Talks aimed at holding another direct negotiation round soon

▪️ Islamabad among proposed venues for next round

🔴 23:25:05

Israeli airstrikes on Yater, Tibnin, and Safad al-Batikh in southern Lebanon.


April 14, 2026 

🔴 23:09:10

An Israeli airstrike on the town of Tibnin.

🔴 23:03:25

Israeli Home Front Command

Sirens sounding in the eastern sector of the border with Lebanon following missile launches and drone infiltrations.

🔴 22:10:54

Israeli Home Front Command
Sirens sounding in Malkiya, northern Israel, following the detection of missiles from Lebanon.

🔴 21:54:51

Two Israeli airstrikes on the towns of Rishaf and Aita al-Jabal in southern Lebanon.

🔴 21:45:48

An Israeli airstrike on the town of Sajid and shelling on the town of Baraashit in southern Lebanon.

🔴 21:43:52

An Israeli airstrike on the town of Aita al-Jabal in southern Lebanon.

🔴 20:27:32

Israeli airstrikes on the towns of Kfarsir and Qaqaiyat al-Jisr in southern Lebanon.

🔴 20:25:09

CBS citing a Pakistani government official:

We have intensified our diplomatic efforts to bring Tehran and Washington back to the negotiating table, and we are in active communication with both sides to urge them to resume dialogue as soon as possible. Sources added that Pakistan is now awaiting responses from the United States and Iran to resume negotiations, indicating that communication between the American delegation and Iranian leaders is ongoing, with progress being made towards attempting to reach an agreement.

🔴 20:19:40

Israeli airstrikes on the town of Adchit in the south.

🔴 20:16:48

Spokesperson for the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps:

We will reveal combat methods that the opposing side will not have great ability to counter, affirming that many of our capabilities have not yet been disclosed.

🔴 19:29:26

A strike by an Israeli drone on the town of Tirflsai in the Tyre district of southern Lebanon.

🔴 19:16:58

Reuters citing a French source:

A meeting is scheduled to take place on Thursday in Paris or London to draw up plans for a mission to restore navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, with the participating ships providing reassurance without being of a hostile nature. The source added that Tehran and Washington will be informed of the mission without having a direct role in it.

🔴 19:03:02

Two Israeli airstrikes on the towns of Kafra and Majdal Selm in southern Lebanon.

🔴 18:44:50

Two Israeli airstrikes on the town of Al-Tayri in southern Lebanon.

🔴 18:34:45

Israeli Home Front Command

Sirens sounding in areas north of the Sea of Galilee following missile launches from Lebanon.

🔴 18:32:06

Strikes by Israeli drones on the towns of Hanawiyeh, Al-Shihabiyah, and Sir al-Gharbiyah in southern Lebanon.

🔴 18:28:27

Israeli Home Front
Sirens activated in Kiryat Shmona following rocket fire from Lebanon

🔴 18:06:26

Israeli Home Front Command

Sirens sounding in Karmiel and the Upper Galilee following missile launches from Lebanon.

🔴 17:57:29

Secretary-General of the International Maritime Organization:

No state has the right to deny the right of innocent passage or freedom of navigation through international straits. He added that the organization is conducting talks with Iran and Oman to evacuate personnel from ships stationed in the strait, and is working to establish an evacuation corridor for ships in the Strait of Hormuz, as well as coordinating with Gulf states to provide food for their crews.

🔴 17:55:59

Commander of the IRGC Ground Forces:

We have prepared layers of defense, and Iran’s geography is a prison and a swamp for anyone who seeks to attack it by land. He added that the intelligence failure of US special forces in Isfahan proves that Iran is a swamp for those who attempt aggression.

🔴 17:54:55

British Prime Minister:

We call for urgently including Lebanon in the ceasefire, and Hezbollah must disarm. He added that Israel’s erroneous strikes must stop immediately, as they are driving Lebanon into a crisis.

🔴 17:50:55

Iran’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs:

Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi briefed his French counterpart on the negotiations between Iran and America in Pakistan, explaining that despite progress made in the talks, Washington prevented an agreement from being reached due to changing its demands. The two ministers also affirmed the necessity of continuing bilateral consultations and with regional parties.

🔴 17:31:56

US President Donald Trump said that the Iranian naval fleet lies at the bottom of the sea and has been completely destroyed, adding that what has not been targeted in Iran is a small number of what they call “fast attack ships” because they posed no significant threat. Trump affirmed that any of these ships that approach the American blockade will be eliminated immediately, using the same method of elimination applied against drug dealers.

🔴 17:00:00

The American blockade of Iranian ports goes into effect.

🔴 16:58:15

An Israeli airstrike on the town of Kfar Roumman in southern Lebanon.

🔴 16:56:01

Iranian Ministry of Defense

The readiness of the armed forces is continuously increasing.

🔴 16:46:47

Artillery shelling targets the town of Al-Mansouri.

المنصوري - لبنان - Al-Mansouri - Lebanon
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🔴 16:44:50

UK Maritime Operations Authority

We have received information about restrictions being imposed on reaching Iranian ports and coasts as of 14:00 GMT.

🔴 16:37:39

Prime Minister of Pakistan

  • The ceasefire is still holding so far

  • We are working to overcome the obstacles that emerged during the negotiations

🔴 16:21:56

An Israeli airstrike targeted the town of Sohmor in the Bekaa Valley, eastern Lebanon.

🔴 16:20:52

An Israeli airstrike targeted the town of Al-Qulaylah in Tyre.

🔴03:08:04

Channel 12: Sirens sound in Upper Galilee following rocket fire from Lebanon

▪️ Alerts activated across northern areas

▪️ Reports of rockets launched from southern Lebanon

▪️ No immediate reports of casualties

🔴00:56:02

Araghchi: We engaged in good faith with the US but faced hardline shifts and changing goals

▪️ Islamabad talks were the highest-level in 47 years

▪️ Close to signing a memorandum before breakdown

▪️ Goodwill breeds goodwill, hostility breeds hostility

🔴 00:05:55

US Central Command: We will enforce a blockade on Iranian ports starting April 13 at 10:00 AM Eastern Time

▪️ Escalatory step targeting maritime shipping

▪️ Implementation time: 10:00 AM (US Eastern Time)

▪️ No further details on scope of blockade yet

🔴23:43:29

WSJ: Second round of US-Iran talks may be held within days

▪️ Officials: Diplomacy door remains open despite hardline rhetoric

▪️ Contacts continue amid escalating tensions

▪️ Efforts expected to contain the crisis

🔴23:21:16

Three airstrikes target the town of Bazourieh in Tyre district, southern Lebanon

▪️ Intensified aerial escalation in the area

🔴23:14:20

Two Israeli airstrikes target the towns of Kounine and Al-Sultaniyah in southern Lebanon

🔴 22:35:03

Sirens sound in Kfar Giladi and Kfar Yuval in the Galilee Panhandle over suspected drone infiltration

🔴 21:50:32

Sirens sound in Dishon, Avivim, and Yir’on in Western Galilee over suspected drone infiltration

▪️ Early warning systems activated

▪️ Fears of UAV airspace breach

▪️ No immediate confirmation of interceptions or casualties

🔴21:21:31

Qalibaf: Iran Will Not Yield… War Will Be Met with War

Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf, speaking upon his return from Islamabad, said the United States must “earn the trust of the Iranian people” if it seeks a way out of the current crisis. He stressed that Tehran will not submit to threats, warning that any military escalation would be met with a direct response, while noting that talks were “intensive and serious,” with Iranian proposals contributing to some progress.

🔴 Key takeaways:

  • Washington must rebuild trust after “two attacks within less than a year”
  • Tehran: We will not yield to threats… if the U.S. chooses war, we will respond in kind
  • Signs of limited progress following Iranian initiatives during Pakistan talks

🔴 20:17:05

Israeli airstrikes on the towns of Kfar Roumman, Beit Yahoun, and Shoukin in southern Lebanon.

🔴 20:14:06

Israeli Broadcasting Corporation:
– Netanyahu visited “southern Lebanon” accompanied by the Minister of Defense and the Chief of Staff.

Netanyahu’s statements:
– We have thwarted the threat of infiltration from Lebanon into our towns thanks to the security belt we have established.
– We are working to eliminate the threat of anti-tank missiles and have achieved great accomplishments in Lebanon, but we still have more ahead of us.
– We have changed the face of the Middle East.

🔴 19:39:58

Israeli Home Front Command:

Sirens activated in Shtula and other towns in the Western Galilee following the detection of a drone.

🔴 19:30:43

An Israeli airstrike targeted the town of Burj Qalawiyah – Bint Jbeil district, southern Lebanon.

🔴 18:29:34

Two Israeli airstrikes on the towns of Shaqra and Al-Tayri in southern Lebanon.

🔴 17:28:51

US President Donald Trump:

“The blockade of the Strait of Hormuz will begin soon, and will be imposed on all ships that enter or leave the strait, indicating that the principle of the blockade will be ‘all or nothing’.”

“The United States is massing a huge fleet to the strait, affirming that two American destroyers crossed the strait yesterday without any reaction.”

“What will happen to Iran will be similar to Venezuela,” expressing his expectation that the Iranians will return to the negotiating table to give the United States everything it wants.

“The post about ‘erasing Iranian civilization’ is what brought the Iranians to the negotiating table.”

🔴 16:32:51

An Israeli airstrike targeted Nabatieh.

النبطية - لبنان - Nabatieh - Lebanon
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🔴 16:13:57

US President Donald Trump said that Iran promised to open the Strait of Hormuz but deliberately failed to keep its promise, causing concern and disruption for many countries. He added that the US Navy will begin a blockade operation of all ships attempting to enter or exit the strait, and will begin destroying the mines planted by the Iranians in the strait.

Trump affirmed that Iran is not ready to abandon its nuclear ambitions, noting that what has been agreed upon is better than continuing military operations, but it does not compare to having nuclear energy in the hands of volatile people. He explained that most of the points have been agreed upon in the Islamabad talks, but the nuclear file has not been agreed upon.

He also confirmed that he has issued instructions to the US Navy to track and intercept every ship in international waters that pays fees to Iran, stressing that any party that pays illegal fees to Iran will not have safe passage. He described Iran’s actions in the Strait of Hormuz as “blackmail of the world,” emphasizing that world leaders will never succumb to blackmail.

Trump said he received a briefing from Vice President JD Vance and envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner regarding the meeting held in Islamabad. He announced that the US Navy blockade of the Strait of Hormuz will begin within a short time and that other countries will have a role, adding that US forces will be in a state of full combat readiness.

Trump affirmed that any Iranian who opens fire on US forces during mine removal operations in the Strait of Hormuz “will be obliterated and sent to hell.” He said that most Iranian leaders, including the former Supreme Leader, were killed as a result of their nuclear ambition, adding that the US military will eliminate whatever remains of Iran.

🔴 15:55:03

Israeli artillery shelling on the towns of Nabatieh Al-Fawqa, Kfar Tebnit, and Yahmar, southern Lebanon.

🔴 15:28:34

Kremlin: Putin expressed to Pezeshkian his readiness to make mediation efforts to achieve long-term peace in the Middle East.

🔴 15:09:33

Israeli Home Front Command

Sirens sounding in 17 locations in the Upper Galilee following the detection of missiles from Lebanon.

🔴 14:57:14

Lebanese security source: Israeli forces are closing all main entrances to the city of Bint Jbeil in southern Lebanon, targeting it with warplanes, artillery, and phosphorus bombs, amid clashes between Hezbollah and Israeli forces on all axes of the city.

🔴 14:26:27 | BREAKING

 

🔴 14:21:32

Continuous Israeli airstrikes hit southern Lebanon since early morning, targeting multiple areas south of the Litani River, accompanied by artillery shelling around Nabatieh. Initial reports indicate injuries across several locations, in a rapidly escalating and multi-front development within hours.

Key targeted areas:

  • Tyre–Zahrani axis: Maarakeh, Qana, Aitit, Maaroub, Al-Shahabiyeh, Al-Henniyeh
  • Nabatieh axis: Debbine, Qlaileh, Nabatieh Al-Fawqa, Arnoun, Yohmor Al-Shaqif
  • Additional towns: Al-Samaaiya (two airstrikes), Mahruna, Kherbet Selm
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