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At least 50 Palestinians whose bodies were recovered from the rubble were buried in Gaza City in a mass funeral, the latest amid ongoing conflict. Search teams face severe challenges, and officials urge more resources to find the estimated 8,000 missing. The funeral follows continued Israeli violations of the ceasefire, with over 1,200 Palestinians killed since October.
The US-Iran memorandum of understanding on a ceasefire has expired after two months, with the Pakistan-mediated deal collapsing within days. Disputes over shipping routes through the Strait of Hormuz and Israel's actions in Lebanon drove the breakdown, leaving the war unresolved.
A US-Iran memorandum of understanding aimed at ending hostilities expires Monday, with both sides accusing each other of violations and showing little sign of renewal. The deal, mediated by Pakistan, sought to halt fighting and address issues like the Strait of Hormuz, but disputes and renewed attacks have undermined it.
Iran is ready to resume diplomatic talks with the US if Washington shows genuine seriousness and ensures Israel halts attacks on Lebanon, according to Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Saeed Khatibzadeh. The statement followed the cancellation of scheduled talks in Switzerland after violent clashes between Israel and Hezbollah in southern Lebanon killed at least 47 people.
President Donald Trump has defended the just-signed U.S.-Iran MOU to end the war, claiming Iran 'unconditionally surrendered' and is 'finished.' He rejected criticism from Democrats and some Republicans, while highlighting priorities such as reopening the Strait of Hormuz and lifting sanctions.
The US military has lifted its naval blockade of Iranian ports as part of a temporary truce, but will retain a regional presence for monitoring. Vice President JD Vance noted a surge in oil traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, previously disrupted by conflict. The ceasefire remains fragile amid Israeli occupation, Iran's nuclear ambitions, and Hormuz toll disputes.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has declared that Israel will not leave its occupied territories in Lebanon and Syria, despite an imminent US-Iran ceasefire deal that addresses the region. The announcement comes amid escalating tensions and criticism from both domestic and international quarters.
US President Donald Trump announced on June 16 that oil tankers are beginning to transit the Strait of Hormuz after the US and Iran agreed to sign a memorandum of understanding on June 17 to reopen the strategic waterway. The initial agreement includes ending combat and the naval blockade, with more complex issues to be addressed during a 60-day negotiation phase.
President Donald Trump announced a 'big deal' to end the conflict with Iran, with a signing ceremony expected in Switzerland on Friday. The deal includes an immediate ceasefire on all fronts, including Lebanon, but major questions remain about whether Israel will comply. Analysts say the agreement could reduce violence and reopen shipping lanes, while economic impacts are expected to linger.
