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Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem rejected the Israel-Lebanon framework agreement as 'sovereign surrender,' while Israeli airstrikes continued on southern Lebanon. The deal sidelines Hezbollah's disarmament, sparking protests and warnings of civil war.
Senior Iranian and Emirati officials met to discuss recent regional developments, focusing on security issues and bilateral cooperation. The talks highlighted the importance of dialogue and diplomatic solutions amid Middle East volatility.
Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian and British Foreign Secretary David Lammy held a phone call to discuss implementation of the Islamabad MoU. They focused on concrete steps to honor commitments in areas including economic cooperation and regional security. Both sides expressed optimism about near-term progress.
Oil prices fell to their lowest since before the war with Iran, as rising Middle East supply outweighed demand fears. Brent crude dropped 1.44% to $72.68, while WTI fell 1.08% to $69.58 per barrel.
Iran's Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf called on Muslim nations to learn from Iran's experiences, particularly in political and social fields. He stressed the need for unity and cooperation among Islamic countries and reaffirmed Iran's readiness to support regional allies. The statement is seen as part of Iran's broader diplomatic push to bolster its influence in the Middle East.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi told US Secretary of State Marco Rubio that peace in the Middle East is impossible without an end to US military intervention. The call, which highlighted deep divisions over Iran's nuclear program and regional activities, comes amid fresh US sanctions and rising tensions.
Iranian and Saudi foreign ministers discussed the progress of peace negotiations during a phone call, their highest-level contact since restoring diplomatic ties in March 2023. Both sides highlighted the importance of dialogue and cooperation for regional stability.
Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf declared that the recent war has completely shattered the image of US dominance in the world. He made the remarks during a parliamentary session, linking the collapse of US hegemony to recent military developments in the Middle East.
An Iranian diplomatic delegation has left Oman after a short visit focused on bilateral and regional issues. The talks come amid improving ties between Iran and its neighbors, with Oman serving as a regional mediator.
