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Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz announced that IDF forces will remain indefinitely in security zones in Lebanon, Syria, and Gaza, citing border protection. This comes as US-Iran agreements on ceasefires and nuclear talks advance, while Iran warns of a decisive response to any Israeli attack on Beirut.
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.
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled 6–3 to allow the Trump administration to terminate Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haitians and Syrians, affecting about 350,000 Haitians and 6,000 Syrians. The decision could pave the way for ending protections for other nationalities, sparking concerns among advocates about deportations and family separation.
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.
Hainan province presented the investment potential of its free trade port at the 4th China International Supply Chain Expo in Beijing, highlighting reduced customs clearance times and a sharp rise in new business registrations. The province also showcased products from 22 local companies.
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.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio told Gulf Arab allies that any deal with Iran would take their interests into account, as he wrapped up a regional tour in Bahrain. The visit aimed to sell the preliminary US-Iran accord to skeptical partners, while Iran's negotiator called the deal a 'declaration of America's defeat'.
On day 118 of the Iran war, Iran's Revolutionary Guard warned against an alternative shipping route in the Strait of Hormuz, while US Secretary of State Marco Rubio arrived in Bahrain for Gulf Cooperation Council talks. Tehran called its interim deal with Washington a 'declaration of America's defeat,' and the US sought to reassure Gulf allies of its commitment to their interests.
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.
IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi says UN inspections of Iran's nuclear sites will occur, citing a memorandum with the US. Iran's deputy foreign minister counters that inspector access depends on a final agreement, while President Trump warns of halting talks if inspections are refused.
US Energy Secretary Chris Wright said more than 100 commercial vessels passed through the Strait of Hormuz in the past two days, with oil flows back to pre-crisis levels. Tehran has threatened to close the strait until a ceasefire in Lebanon and lifting of oil sanctions.
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.
The UN Security Council unanimously adopted a resolution authorizing new steps to ensure justice for crimes against peacekeepers, citing nearly 1,100 peacekeeper deaths since 1948 and a persistently low prosecution rate. The resolution, sponsored by Pakistan and Denmark, mandates fact-collection and support for investigations, and stresses host countries' responsibility to prosecute perpetrators.
Analysts and former officials say the emerging US-Iran deal is a significant blow to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's political brand, undermining his image as the leader who could steer Washington's Iran policy. The war with Iran, once seen as an opportunity to reshape the Middle East, may now be remembered as the conflict that exposed Israel's dependence on US approval and deepened divisions between Washington and Jerusalem.
The European Union's diplomatic service has proposed a three-year military and civilian mission to advise and train Lebanese forces, focusing on border and maritime security. The proposal comes as the UNIFIL mandate is set to expire at the end of 2026, with the EU not considering replacing UNIFIL but strengthening Lebanese forces.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has rejected Iran's proposal to charge service fees for vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz, calling it a path to 'total chaos'. The dispute is a key sticking point in ongoing US-Iran negotiations, with Gulf states also voicing concerns over Iran's regional role.