Lebanon’s president demands end of ‘Israeli occupation’ in the south Lebanon’s President Aoun says “the developments of the past few days have… Alina HashmiJune 23, 2026
‘Major steps forward’ in US release of Iran’s seized assets Muhammad Ali Shabani, a Middle East scholar says the US agreeing to… Alina HashmiJune 23, 2026
Fifth round of US-sponsored Lebanon-Israel talks begin The fifth round of talks between Lebanon and Israel has started at… Alina HashmiJune 23, 2026
Progress on Hormuz but hundreds of ships still stranded Sanctions have been a key point of concern for the Iranians when… Alina HashmiJune 23, 2026
Iran envoy denounces Israel’s deadly shooting in Lebanon Asked about the latest incident, Iran’s ambassador to the United Nations in… Alina HashmiJune 23, 2026
Iran says card-based banking hit by cyberattack on three lenders Iran’s state-owned banking technology provider says attacks disrupted services at Bank Melli,… Alina HashmiJune 23, 2026
Lebanese delegation arrives for talks with Israel in Washington The Lebanese delegation has arrived for a new round of US-mediated negotiations… Alina HashmiJune 23, 2026
Hamas urges Palestinians to confront settlement projects in West Bank Senior Hamas official Mahmoud Mardawi has called on people in the occupied… Alina HashmiJune 23, 2026
Oman, Iran reaffirm commitment to safe passage through Hormuz The two sides are meeting in Muscat to discuss matters relating to… Alina HashmiJune 23, 2026
Ben-Gvir says Israel can say no to Trump Far-right Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir says Israel is capable of… Alina HashmiJune 23, 2026
US, Iran wrap up ‘constructive day’ of talks, marked by ‘multiple highs and lows’ As expected in high-stakes diplomacy, this was a day of high drama.… Alina HashmiJune 22, 2026
Qatari, French ministers discuss Middle East stability at Swiss talks Qatar’s Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani… Alina HashmiJune 22, 2026
Pakistan hails US-Iran progress as technical talks continue in Switzerland Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar has welcomed “substantial progress” made during technical… Alina HashmiJune 22, 2026
Achievements in US-Iran talks ‘right approach to diplomacy’ Ali Vaez, director of the Iran Project at the International Crisis Group,… Alina HashmiJune 22, 2026
3 Palestinians killed, 11 injured in Israeli attacks on Gaza in past day Three Palestinians were killed and 11 wounded in the Gaza Strip over… Alina HashmiJune 22, 2026
Vance suggests US may agree to unfreeze Iran assets for US purchases The US vice president has also touched on the issue of Iran’s… Alina HashmiJune 22, 2026
Vance hails UN inspectors going back into Iran IAEA nuclear inspectors are set to return to Iran to verify its… Alina HashmiJune 22, 2026
JD Vance talks to the press in Burgenstock on US-Iran talks US Vice President JD Vance talks to the press in Burgenstock, Switzerland,… Alina HashmiJune 22, 2026
President Aoun: ‘No one negotiates on Lebanon’s behalf’ President Joseph Aoun says Lebanon welcomes international moves to end Israel’s war… Alina HashmiJune 22, 2026
Israeli ex-minister criticises government over handling of Lebanon Tzipi Livni, Israel’s former foreign minister, has blasted the far-right government’s moves… Alina HashmiJune 22, 2026
Iran-US talks conclude successfully: Pakistan PM Negotiations between Iran and the US have concluded successfully in Switzerland, Pakistani… Alina HashmiJune 22, 2026
Lebanon president says Beirut leads ceasefire negotiations; open to Iran’s help Lebanese President Joseph Aoun says Lebanon is conducting its own independent negotiations… Alina HashmiJune 17, 2026
Germany’s Merz vows support for deal, hints at possible vote on Hormuz mission Chancellor Friedrich Merz has reiterated Germany’s intention to help support the Iran-US… Alina HashmiJune 17, 2026
Trump’s anger at Netanyahu ‘100 percent genuine’ Alon Pinkas, a former Israeli ambassador and consul general in New York,… Alina HashmiJune 17, 2026
Israeli military claims it killed Hamas, Islamic Jihad commanders The Israeli military has said it killed two Palestinian fighters in attacks… Alina HashmiJune 17, 2026
Hamas condemns settlers setting fire to West Bank mosque The Palestinian group has denounced Israeli settlers for setting fire to a… Alina HashmiJune 17, 2026
Somaliland denies Israel in talks to open military base Mohamed Yusef Ali, the defence minister of Somaliland, has dismissed news reports… Alina HashmiJune 17, 2026
Israel’s UN ambassador calls US-Iran deal ‘very bad for Israel’ Danny Danon, Israel’s ambassador to the UN, says the US-Iran agreement is… Alina HashmiJune 17, 2026
Israeli court’s ruling on Gaza doctor ‘illustrates arbitrary detention policy’ The Israeli Supreme Court’s decision to uphold the detention of Dr Hussam… Alina HashmiJune 17, 2026
OIC warns against Israeli plans to strip Hebron municipality of powers The Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) has warned against Israeli plans to… Alina HashmiJune 17, 2026
