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The United States has blocked oil sales, marking a new test for an ongoing ceasefire. This action raises concerns about the stability of the peace agreement.

The US launched a series of strikes on Iran, violating a ceasefire agreement, following attacks by Tehran on ships in the Strait of Hormuz.

The United States launched strikes on Iran after three merchant ships were attacked in the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions and threatening a fragile ceasefire aimed at ending the war and reopening the key shipping route.

An Israeli drone strike targeted the town of Nabatieh al-Fawqa in southern Lebanon, violating a recent ceasefire agreement. The attack caused no reported casualties.

Pakistan has mediated a ceasefire and memorandum of understanding between the US and Iran, earning international recognition. While some economic benefits are anticipated, the article warns against unrealistic expectations, criticizing reliance on geopolitical rents and urging focus on domestic reforms. Officials' optimistic claims about foreign investment and prosperity are deemed misleading.

Russia claims its forces have taken the city of Kostiantynivka in Donestk, while Ukraine denies the assertion. The dispute involves conflicting reports about a local ceasefire in the area.

A cargo vessel in the Red Sea reported an attack, according to a UK maritime body. The incident occurred in a critical trade route amid a fragile ceasefire between Iran and the U.S.

The government has lifted emergency gas curbs as LNG supplies stabilize. The situation has improved with a ceasefire in place, ongoing negotiations, and resumed maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz.

Citi forecasts Brent crude oil prices to drop to $60 a barrel by Christmas. The bank’s analysts note that both the US and Iran have reasons to maintain a ceasefire.

The article discusses how Iran has shifted focus to the Strait of Hormuz as a central issue, moving away from its nuclear program. Scott Lucas highlights growing tensions between American diplomatic goals, Israeli territorial ambitions, and Iran's efforts to recover economically post-conflict, describing the current ceasefire as an unstable balance maintained by mutual restraint.

Gaza marks 1,000 days of war following a Hamas-led attack on Israel. Over 2 million Palestinians in Gaza remain displaced amid ongoing conflict and fragile ceasefires.

An estimated 300 Palestinians referred for treatment abroad have died since the ceasefire began, according to Gaza's Hamas-run health ministry. Patients in Gaza face agonizing delays for evacuation, as highlighted by a personal account of a call received two weeks after a death.

Ceasefires in the Middle East are not delivering the peace many people expect. The article highlights a global discussion about ceasefires but questions their effectiveness in the region.

President Donald Trump stated that the United States and Iran are getting along well, citing recent meetings in Qatar as positive. The two nations are discussing the flow of shipping through the Strait of Hormuz and securing a lasting ceasefire.

Iran is preparing a grand funeral for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, killed in US-Israeli air strikes. The funeral, delayed during the Middle East war, will proceed as Iran and the United States observe a ceasefire under a preliminary deal. Khamenei, a spiritual figure for many Shias, was 86 and died at his compound in the centre.

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with Saudi counterpart Prince Faisal bin Farhan al-Saud in Beijing, reaffirming China’s support for Middle East negotiations and urging sustained dialogue despite a fragile ceasefire. Wang emphasized that dialogue is better than confrontation.

Iran is selling oil at a 20% premium as the end of the U.S. blockade allows 40 million barrels to be exported. A ceasefire has led to increased crude shipments through the Strait of Hormuz, which had previously halted during the conflict.

A ceasefire with Israel has provided a temporary respite from war in Lebanon, but daily hardships like uncertainty, inflation, and poverty persist. Solidarity remains a critical factor in addressing these ongoing challenges.

The US and Iran disagree on whether to hold talks in Doha, with Washington confirming the meeting but Tehran stating its representatives will only engage with Qatari mediators. Iran maintains control over the Strait of Hormuz, a move highlighted by a former diplomat and scholar as evidence of the US's failure to achieve its objectives in the war, with the ceasefire allowing Iran to resume oil sales and access $300 billion in reconstruction funds.

The U.S. and Iran exchanged strikes over the weekend, jeopardizing their latest ceasefire. Trump nominated a former Oklahoma state trooper to lead Immigration and Customs Enforcement.

Iran launched a four-day cycle of attacks against the United States over the Strait of Hormuz, risking the derailment of a newly reached ceasefire. Analysts suggest this move was a strategic necessity for Iran to maintain leverage.

Flights between Tehran and Dubai are set to resume after being disrupted by the Israeli-US war, with Iranian officials confirming arrangements for the route's reopening. The resumption follows Iran's missile and drone attacks targeting US interests in the Gulf, while Dubai airport previously halted operations due to drone strikes during the conflict.

Israeli strikes in Gaza have killed three Palestinians and wounded 43 others, according to the Palestinian health ministry. The total number of deaths since the ceasefire was announced in October 2025 has now risen to 1,041.

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has stated it will retaliate against any further US attacks 'more strongly than before'. IRGC spokesperson Hossein Mohebbi warned that the US is 'deceitful' and 'cannot be trusted', vowing a stronger response if the US breaks commitments or violates a ceasefire.

Gaza children continue to suffer from Israeli attacks despite a reported ceasefire in October 2025. The ongoing violence has led to persistent pain and fear among the youth in the region.

Hezbollah's leader rejected a U.S.-Israel-brokered ceasefire. The proposed deal would require Hezbollah to disarm, which Holly Williams reports would be difficult.

The US conducted a second day of military strikes against Iran in response to Iranian attacks on shipping. The action is described as a setback for efforts to achieve a lasting ceasefire.

The US conducted additional strikes on Iran, targeting multiple locations on the second day of attacks. The situation remains tense as a potential ceasefire is at risk of collapsing.

The US launched additional strikes on Iran, targeting multiple locations on the second day of attacks. The ongoing conflict has pushed the ceasefire to the brink of collapse.

The US military has struck multiple targets in Iran as a ceasefire faces strain on the second day of attacks. The report originates from Dubai, United Arab Emirates, citing the Associated Press as the source.

The ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran is being tested following new attacks in the Strait of Hormuz. Mideast expert Paul Salem provides analysis on the situation and the potential stability of the agreement.

A tanker was struck in the Strait of Hormuz amid escalating U.S.-Iran tensions. The incident occurs during a 60-day ceasefire as both nations work toward a resolution.

The U.S. launched retaliatory strikes on Iran following an attack by Iranian forces on a vessel in the Strait of Hormuz. President Trump described the incident as a 'foolish violation' of the ceasefire between the two nations.

An Israeli drone strike in Gaza's Muwasi tent camp killed 15-year-old Islam Moussa and her 30-year-old brother Abdullah Moussa, wounding seven others. The Israeli military claimed it targeted a Hamas militant, while another strike in western Gaza City injured 12 people. Over 1,030 Palestinians have been killed in Gaza since a fragile ceasefire began in October, with accusations from both sides of ceasefire violations.

A 10-year-old Palestinian child has died from injuries sustained in an Israeli strike on southern Gaza. The Gaza Health Ministry reported 73,043 deaths and 173,417 injuries since October 2023, with 1,031 additional deaths and 3,309 injuries since a ceasefire began in October 2025.

The US military conducted strikes on Iran following a drone attack on a cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz, with President Donald Trump blaming Tehran for the incident and calling it a 'foolish violation' of a ceasefire. The escalation occurs amid ongoing negotiations for an interim peace agreement between Washington and Tehran.

Iran and the US exchange blame for recent attacks, with both sides threatening escalatory actions. A fragile ceasefire remains at risk as Vance warns of proportional responses and the IRGC vows broader retaliation against aggression.

The U.S. military conducted strikes against Iran in response to President Trump's claim that Tehran violated a ceasefire. The strikes followed an incident where drones targeted a cargo ship in a strait.

The US struck Iranian missile, drone, and radar sites after accusing Tehran of attacking a commercial vessel near the Strait of Hormuz. Iran retaliated against US sites in the Gulf, raising concerns about a fragile ceasefire amid ongoing diplomatic efforts for a broader settlement.

An Iranian official condemned a U.S. attack on Iran as a 'reckless violation of ceasefire' during ongoing negotiations. Ebrahim Azizi stated the U.S. 'failed President' has shown no commitment to negotiation principles or ceasefire agreements, predicting regret for the action.