Iran Calls for Comprehensive Deal to Include Lebanon Ceasefire
Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf asserts that any deal with the US must ensure an end to attacks on all fronts, specifically calling for a ceasefire in Lebanon.
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Israel Intensifies Operations in Southern Lebanon as Ceasefire Talks Stall
Israeli airstrikes in southern Lebanon leave 14 wounded and prompt mass evacuations as ceasefire negotiations in Washington fail to reach an agreement.
US-Iran Tensions: Trump Considers Ceasefire Extension Amid Middle East Volatility
A 60-day ceasefire extension between the US and Iran awaits President Trump’s approval as maritime blockades and clashes persist throughout May 2026.
US-Iran Tensions Rise as Trump Considers 60-Day Ceasefire Extension
Tensions persist between the US and Iran over maritime blockades and shipping controls, while a potential 60-day ceasefire extension awaits presidential approval in late May 2026.
Iran and US Negotiate Draft Deal for 60-Day Comprehensive Ceasefire
Iran and the US are discussing a draft deal for a 60-day ceasefire across all fronts, including Lebanon, as a framework for broader nuclear and financial negotiations.
Iran and US Clash Over Claims of Proposed 60-Day Truce
Iran claims a preliminary draft deal with the US involves a 60-day ceasefire, though the White House has denied the report as a “complete fabrication.”
Iran Accuses US of Violating Ceasefire Following New Military Strikes
Iran claims the US violated a ceasefire after strikes in Hormozgan province, while Washington maintains the actions were defensive. Diplomatic efforts continue via Pakistan.
Middle East Update: Israel-Lebanon Extend Ceasefire Amid Iran’s Subsea Cable Strategy
Israel and Lebanon extend their ceasefire by 45 days following Washington-led talks, while Iran signals potential disruptions to global internet traffic in the Strait of Hormuz.
Fragile Truce: Israeli Strikes Hit Tyre Despite Ceasefire Extension
Exclusive footage shows damaged buildings in Tyre, southern Lebanon, highlighting the fragility of the US-mediated 45-day ceasefire extension between Israel and Lebanon.
Middle East Conflict: Israel and Lebanon Extend Ceasefire Amid Ongoing Volatility
Israel and Lebanon extend their ceasefire by 45 days, yet strikes persist. Meanwhile, the US rejects Iran’s peace proposal as tensions rise.
Israel and Lebanon Extend Ceasefire for 45 Days Amid Ongoing Tension
Israel and Lebanon agree to a 45-day ceasefire extension to facilitate further political and security negotiations, despite continued clashes in southern Lebanon.
Russia and Ukraine Agree to Three-Day Ceasefire and Major Prisoner Exchange
Russia and Ukraine have agreed to a three-day ceasefire from May 9-11 and a swap of 1,000 prisoners following a US-led initiative.
UN Welcomes Unilateral Ceasefires Between Russia and Ukraine
The United Nations expresses optimism as Russia and Ukraine announce unilateral ceasefires, calling for a lasting peace in line with international law.
US Defense Secretary Confirms Ceasefire with Iran Remains in Effect
Despite recent Iranian strikes and a US blockade, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth states the ceasefire holds as President Trump urges Iran to “do the smart thing” amid stalled talks.
Russia and Ukraine Announce Ceasefire Around Victory Day Commemorations
Russia and Ukraine announce separate ceasefire measures ahead of Victory Day commemorations, raising hopes for a temporary pause in hostilities.
Iranian Academic Warns US Blockade Threatens Fragile Ceasefire
Setareh Sadeqi, an assistant professor at the University of Tehran, says US guidance of vessels through the Strait of Hormuz and its continued blockade of Iran are threatening the tenuous ceasefire.
Ceasefire Pauses War Clock, Congress Debates Next Move
A US ceasefire with Iran has triggered a legal debate, with the Defense Secretary claiming it pauses a congressional war authorization clock set to expire imminently.
China Urges All Parties to Seize ‘Window of Peace’ in Middle East
China’s UN envoy calls for restraint and a political settlement to restore stability in the Middle East, emphasizing the centrality of the Palestinian question and the two-state solution.
Iran Rules Out Direct Talks With US During Islamabad Visit
Iran’s foreign minister excludes direct talks with U.S. officials during Pakistan visit, as regional tensions persist and a fragile ceasefire holds.
Israel-Lebanon Ceasefire Extended Amid Regional Tensions
A U.S.-announced extension of the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire offers hope, but regional tensions with Iran and new economic moves suggest stability remains fragile.