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US President Donald Trump has threatened military action against Oman if it impedes efforts to end the conflict with Iran, saying he views the Strait of Hormuz as 'American territory'. Russia has condemned the threats as pressure tactics, while Iran's foreign minister called US sanctions threats 'doomed to fail'.
Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmail Baghaei said negotiations with Oman on Strait of Hormuz security have been delayed due to US and Israeli interference, while Tehran and Muscat work on a mechanism to ensure safe passage. Baghaei also reiterated Iran's refusal to accept US conditions for ending the Middle East conflict, warning that countries hosting US troops could face consequences.
As the US-Iran Memorandum of Understanding set to expire on Monday, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian called for ending the war from a position of strength, while Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said no decision has been made to restart negotiations. The US is preparing intensified sanctions, and analysts note Iran's increased leverage.
The UAE, Saudi Arabia, and six other nations have condemned Israel's rejection of President Trump's Gaza plan, urging compliance. The joint statement comes amid ongoing strikes, ceasefire violations, and a widening diplomatic rift.
US President Donald Trump has repeatedly declared the Strait of Hormuz an 'American territory' amid a naval blockade and escalating tensions with Iran. While Trump asserts total control, international law experts and Iranian officials dismiss the claim as legally and practically impossible, as the waterway remains a critical global chokepoint.
Israeli airstrikes were reported on the Ali Taher Ridge in southern Lebanon, a day after three soldiers were wounded by a Hezbollah drone. Defense Minister Israel Katz vowed to settle scores, while the IDF killed a senior Hezbollah commander in a separate strike.
At least 11 people were killed in Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon on Saturday, according to the Lebanese health ministry, marking some of the deadliest violence since the US-mediated ceasefire framework. Hezbollah has vowed to retaliate, while Israeli officials defend the strikes as responses to threats and violations.
Washington has announced an unprecedented push to isolate Iran's economy, with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent pledging to sever every economic lifeline of the 'tyrannical regime.' Iran has vowed to shut down Gulf oil exports if the pressure continues, as diplomatic efforts and a crisis in the Strait of Hormuz deepen.
Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said Saturday that Tehran received 'numerous messages' from neighboring countries seeking new regional security arrangements, though he did not name any nations. The remarks come as Washington prepares to announce what Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has called the 'toughest sanctions in history' against Iran.
Canada's development secretary Randeep Sarai visited Lebanon to announce over $50 million in new aid while condemning Israel's 'unlawful invasion.' The visit comes amid Israeli operations in southern Lebanon, where officials say they will not withdraw until Hezbollah is disarmed, and as Lebanese authorities accuse Israel of systematic destruction.
The IDF conducted strikes in southern Lebanon, including in Mansouri, after issuing evacuation warnings. The Lebanese Armed Forces accused Israel of violations in Nabatieh, while Hezbollah criticized recent talks. US removed sanctions on IRGC-linked aviation entities.
Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan have signed a trilateral defense agreement in Mecca, pledging collective deterrence against aggression. The pact, which some compare to NATO's Article 5, comes amid regional tensions and questions over US security commitments.
US President Donald Trump's Gaza peace plan has hit a deadlock, with Israel rejecting the deal while Hamas agreed to disarm, and the oversight body lacks the authority and resources to enforce compliance, according to reports from Al Jazeera and Dawn.
A new report from the Alma Research and Education Center indicates that Hezbollah’s civilian branches, including the Islamic Health Organization and the Wataawanou Association, continue to operate in the southern Lebanese village of Zawtar al-Gharbiyeh, a pilot zone under the Lebanese Armed Forces' control. The findings raise questions about the implementation of the US-brokered agreement that aimed to remove Hezbollah from the area.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has rejected a US-backed 15-point peace plan for Gaza, marking a rare public break with President Donald Trump. Meanwhile, Iran has issued tough new demands for reopening the Strait of Hormuz, and the conflict has stranded thousands of seafarers.
As Israel approaches its October 27 election, politicians, civil society groups and President Isaac Herzog have voiced growing concerns over the integrity of the vote, citing threats of violence, political interference, and AI-driven misinformation. A new poll shows that 70% of respondents believe the election's integrity is at risk, a sharp rise from the 2022 figure of 25%.
An adviser to the Israeli prime minister's office says Lebanon failed to disarm Hezbollah, justifying Israel's continued presence in the buffer zone. Recent Israeli operations include capturing a mountain range and demolishing tunnels, while framework agreement talks are set to continue in Rome.
Iran announced that a deal with Oman to reopen the Strait of Hormuz is in its final stages, but reiterated that the strait will only reopen once the US meets certain conditions. The agreement would define new shipping lanes, with reports suggesting Iran would control inbound traffic. Pakistan expressed hope the deal could lead to resumption of US-Iran talks.
Two years after a Hezbollah attack killed 12 children in Majdal Shams, Birthright Israel announced the construction of eight therapeutic gardens in four local educational institutions, with around 1,000 volunteers expected to participate. A memorial ceremony marked the anniversary, and a memorial park featuring a soccer field and amphitheater has been dedicated at the impact site.
The IDF did not initially report a Hezbollah drone launch near its soldiers in southern Lebanon, only confirming details after media inquiries. Separately, Hezbollah was blamed for an explosive device that wounded Lebanese soldiers, with Lebanon initially blaming Israel before backtracking.