Middle East crisis live: Iran says it needs guarantees against attacks before Gulf can be stable
Summary
Iran says it needs reliable promises that it will not be attacked again before the Gulf region can be stable. Meanwhile, Israel has continued military strikes in southern Lebanon despite a ceasefire, and tensions remain high between the US, Iran, and regional countries.Key Facts
- Iran’s UN ambassador said lasting peace in the Gulf requires guarantees against new attacks on Iran.
- Iran’s foreign minister blamed the US for causing recent peace talks to fail due to high demands.
- President Donald Trump said on Fox News that Iran can call the US if it wants to talk.
- Israel’s Prime Minister Netanyahu claimed Hezbollah’s use of rockets and drones in Lebanon is a serious threat.
- Despite a ceasefire, Israeli forces continued airstrikes in southern Lebanon, resulting in deaths.
- Iran proposed stopping its closure of the Strait of Hormuz if the US lifts its blockade and ends hostilities, postponing nuclear discussions.
- Iraq nominated businessman Ali al-Zaidi as prime minister-designate after US opposition to a candidate close to Iran.
- The US criticized Iran’s selection to a key role in a nuclear treaty review conference, calling it an insult.
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