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Lebanon reported at least 18 killed in Israeli airstrikes, while Israel confirmed four soldiers died in southern Lebanon—the first since a US-Iran deal aimed at ending the conflict. The strikes have drawn international criticism and raised questions about the durability of the ceasefire.
A Maariv poll published on Friday shows Gadi Eisenkot's Yashar party tied with Netanyahu's Likud at 21 seats, marking the first time an opposition party has caught the prime minister's party this Knesset. The opposition bloc would hold a majority of 61 seats, while the coalition drops to 49. The poll indicates growing voter dissatisfaction with both Likud and the Bennett-Lapid alliance.
US Vice President JD Vance rebuked Israeli government members for criticizing President Trump's interim deal with Iran, warning that Trump is Israel's only remaining ally. The comments deepened a rift between the allies over the agreement, with Israeli ministers voicing opposition while Prime Minister Netanyahu remained publicly cautious.
Diaspora Affairs Minister Amichai Chikli said that withdrawing IDF forces beyond the yellow line in Lebanon would amount to a failure, warning Iran against attack and criticizing the Trump administration's negotiations with Tehran. The remarks come amid ongoing tensions over the US-Iran interim deal and its impact on northern Israel.
Despite a new US-Iran peace agreement, oil has resumed flowing through the Strait of Hormuz, while Israeli air strikes in Lebanon raise questions about the deal's viability. Tehran has announced the closure of the strait despite the agreement's guarantees, and Israel has said it will not withdraw from Lebanon.
US Vice President JD Vance defended the US-Iran memorandum of understanding, criticizing Israeli officials who oppose the agreement and urging them to recognize American support. The deal includes sanctions relief, a $300 billion reconstruction fund, and reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, but critics question its provisions. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu responded, asserting Israel has other allies.
Yoaz Hendel, leader of Israel's Reservists Party, confirmed he is in 'sensitive talks' about joining a political alliance ahead of the upcoming elections, as polls show the party below the electoral threshold. The party recently held digital primaries with 28 candidates, including bereaved family members and reservists, and advocates for universal conscription.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reiterated that Israeli forces will remain in southern Lebanon's security zone until Hezbollah disarms, amid a US-brokered framework agreement and internal Israeli debate over the ceasefire. Netanyahu also pledged to prevent Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons, citing recent operations against the Iranian axis.
Analysts and officials assess the recently signed US-Iran agreement, with many viewing it as a strategic gain for Tehran and a setback for Washington and Israel. The deal allows Iran to sell oil and fuel, and perceptions of its implications vary across sources.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu presented a map of a new security zone in southern Lebanon, as the IDF published details of its deployment and the extent of the buffer area. The military clarified that the ceasefire does not mean a full withdrawal from the zone, which extends about 10 kilometers inside Lebanese territory and includes a maritime component. Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump suggested a more moderate approach and proposed that Syria take on Hezbollah.
Israel's High Court of Justice has suggested the Knesset hold a new vote for state comptroller after attorney Michael Rabello's disputed election. The Knesset Speaker has rejected the proposal, leaving the court to decide whether to intervene.
The US and Iran have signed a 14-point memorandum of understanding, brokered by Pakistan, that takes immediate effect and extends an April ceasefire by 60 days. Tehran will reopen the Strait of Hormuz, while nuclear inspectors will return to Iran, and the US considers a $300bn fund if the deal holds. Meanwhile, regional events continue, including Israeli operations in Lebanon and reports of blasts near Hormuz.
The Russia-ASEAN summit, marking 35 years of relations, is being held in Kazan on June 17-18, with Russian President Vladimir Putin hosting leaders from Southeast Asia. The summit features bilateral meetings, a business forum, and the adoption of joint documents, including the Kazan Declaration and a comprehensive action plan through 2030.
US President Donald Trump has criticized Israel's military operations against Hezbollah in Lebanon and suggested that Syria under President Ahmed al-Sharaa could take on the group more effectively. Syrian officials have denied any intent for military intervention while expressing openness to talks, as Israeli and regional figures voice concerns over the proposal.
The US and Iran have signed a memorandum of understanding to end their 15-week war, reopening the Strait of Hormuz and initiating 60 days of technical talks. While President Trump hailed it as a major win, analysts and critics note that the agreement leaves many contentious issues unresolved, including Iran's nuclear program and ballistic missiles.
Nearly three years after Hamas's October 7 attack, assessments of Israel's strategic position diverge sharply. One analysis highlights military gains across multiple fronts, while another underscores unresolved conflicts, international isolation, and a complicated relationship with the US.
US President Donald Trump has suggested he might delay his departure from Europe to take part in the signing of a memorandum of understanding with Iran, while also joking about assigning credit or blame to Vice President JD Vance. The deal, which has already been electronically signed, is set for a formal ceremony in Switzerland, with negotiations expected to begin on a 60-day path toward a final agreement.
As the US and Iran move toward signing an agreement to end their months-long war, hardline factions in Iran are staging protests and voicing criticism against the deal and its negotiators, reflecting internal tensions over the terms.
Mike Collins won Georgia's Republican Senate runoff, setting up a November clash with incumbent Democrat Jon Ossoff. Meanwhile, healthcare executive Rick Jackson defeated Trump-endorsed Burt Jones in the gubernatorial primary. Results in Alabama and Oklahoma also reflected the mixed impact of Trump's endorsements.
A leaked 14-point framework agreement between the US and Iran outlines sanctions relief and economic development, including a reported $300 billion financing plan. While Washington and Tehran pledge mutual respect and nuclear non-proliferation, analysts warn that released funds could boost Iran's missile and drone programs. The memorandum is expected to be signed in Geneva on June 19.