Summary
An Iranian government official told BBC that Israeli strikes in Lebanon violated a ceasefire agreement involving the U.S. and Iran. The official stressed that the U.S. must decide between war and maintaining the ceasefire. At least 182 people were killed in Lebanon as a result of the Israeli strikes.
Key Facts
- An Iranian minister said Israeli strikes on Lebanon violated a ceasefire with the U.S.
- The U.S. and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire, but the scope is disputed.
- The Lebanese health ministry reported 182 deaths from Israeli airstrikes.
- Iran claimed Hezbollah, a group it supports, has adhered to the ceasefire.
- Iran warned ships without permission could be targeted at the Strait of Hormuz, despite the ceasefire.
- The Iranian official said they would work on ensuring safe passage through the strait.
- Talks between the U.S. and Iran are scheduled to take place in Pakistan.
