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Oman and Iran are at odds over temporary shipping corridors in the Strait of Hormuz after Iran's Revolutionary Guards warned that only Tehran-designated routes are safe. The dispute, which threatens a fragile US-Iran ceasefire, centers on control of the strategic waterway and maritime fees.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was met with shouts of 'Go home' during his speech at an IDF combat officer graduation ceremony. Defense Minister Israel Katz announced the IDF would remain in security buffer zones in Lebanon, Syria, and Gaza. Netanyahu also criticized political opponents and the maritime border agreement with Lebanon.
Iran's parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf has rejected US claims that Tehran's unfrozen assets will be used to buy American agricultural goods, while US officials insist the funds will be spent on US products. The dispute highlights differing interpretations of the recent US-Iran framework agreement.
The Iraqi Oil Ministry denied reports that Baghdad plans to leave OPEC, saying its push for higher production quotas is part of its ongoing policy. The denial follows a Shafaq News report that Iraq was considering quitting the group if its quota demands were rejected.
Morocco, Albania, and Greece are set to join the International Stabilization Force in Gaza, with the first Moroccan planning officers already in Israel. The Gaza Board of Peace will hold a summit in Cyprus on June 30 and July 1, as the force moves towards its full deployment.
The IDF denies reports of a partial withdrawal from southern Lebanon, while a US State Department official claims Israel has pulled back from some buffer zones. Trilateral talks in Washington continue on defining 'pilot zones' for Lebanese army control.
Oil prices have dropped to levels not seen since before the Iran war began in late February, as traffic through the Strait of Hormuz gradually resumes following a US-Iran interim deal. The resumption has allowed stranded tankers, including Iraqi crude cargoes, to exit the Gulf, though analysts caution that a sustained recovery hinges on a final peace pact.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio concluded a Gulf tour with assurances that any deal with Iran would safeguard allies' security, as Gulf states fear the accord is too soft. He also denied reports that Israel is trying to undermine the agreement, while Iranian sources warn that US statements during the visit risk derailing the ceasefire.
Five candidates to lead the United Nations gathered on Jeju Island to present their visions for the organization, which they described as facing financial strain and a loss of relevance. Former U.N. Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon and other global leaders also stressed the need for stronger multilateral institutions amid a fragmented world.
Iran's Revolutionary Guards have warned that vessels crossing the Strait of Hormuz without authorization will be dealt with, as Tehran and Washington clash over fees and control of the waterway. Oman has announced an alternative route close to its shore, while Indonesia and Singapore vow to keep the Strait of Malacca accessible.
US President Donald Trump said it may never be known who was at fault for the February 28 strike on a girls' school in Minab, Iran, that killed more than 175 people, mostly children. Initial internal US military investigations suggested US forces were likely responsible, but the Pentagon has not acknowledged preliminary findings. Trump has alternated between blaming Iran and saying it was a mistake.
A series of powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela, killing at least 32 people and injuring over 700, with officials warning the toll could rise. The international community, including the US, Israel, China, Spain, and Brazil, has offered assistance as the country faces potential economic losses up to 7% of its GDP.
South Korean-operated vessels continue to clear the Strait of Hormuz following the U.S.-Iran ceasefire, with the total number of exits reaching 11 as of late June. Officials report 13 South Korean-linked ships remain in the waterway, and the HMM Namu is expected to depart in late July after repairs.
Abelardo de la Espriella, known as 'El Tigre', won Colombia's presidential runoff, narrowly defeating leftist Iván Cepeda. Cepeda conceded after days of challenge, while outgoing President Gustavo Petro alleged fraud without providing evidence. The result marks a sharp rightward shift, with de la Espriella promising an 'iron fist' against crime and closer ties to the US.
US President Donald Trump expressed disappointment with NATO allies for not offering support during the US-Israel war on Iran, saying 'We were let down.' NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte defended European contributions, noting thousands of US flights took off from European bases. Trump also praised Turkey's president for staying out of the conflict.
Analysts say the interim US-Iran deal to end the February war has reversed Benjamin Netanyahu's narrative of being the Israeli leader who could bend Washington on Iran. He is now forced to accept US policy, boxed in between Washington and his domestic base, and his political brand—built on influencing US presidents—may be the biggest casualty of the conflict.
Two Jerusalem Post opinion pieces criticize a reported deal between Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and ultra-Orthodox parties on enlistment laws and budgets, arguing it deepens social rifts while the IDF faces heavy losses. The authors call for unity and warn against political coercion.
US President Donald Trump stated that Iran is making 'very big concessions' in negotiations with the United States, as reported by TASS. A memorandum of understanding for a ceasefire was reportedly signed, with talks mediated by Qatar and Pakistan. Trump also discussed a potential deal with regional leaders, including Israel's prime minister.
Israeli officials assess that a full withdrawal from southern Lebanon is almost impossible for Prime Minister Netanyahu politically, framing such a move as 'political suicide' amid electoral constraints. Meanwhile, a senior Israeli official denies any plans for withdrawal or concessions, contradicting Lebanese reports of a US-brokered goodwill gesture.
Israeli and Lebanese delegations resumed talks in Washington on Wednesday, with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio highlighting the Hezbollah threat as a central issue. The negotiations, which have extended beyond their planned duration, focus on establishing pilot zones in southern Lebanon where the Lebanese Armed Forces would deploy, contingent on Hezbollah's removal.