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Children in Gaza face hearing loss from blasts, treatment delayed by blockade

The number of children with hearing loss in Gaza has surged due to explosions, but Israel's blockade prevents access to cochlear implants and other essential medical care.

Al Jazeera · 21 min ago

Middle East

Strait of Hormuz Reopens as Iran-US Deal Takes Shape, But Management Questions Linger

Ships are again moving through the Strait of Hormuz after a US-Iran deal to end the war, but who will manage the vital waterway remains uncertain despite President Trump's optimism.

Euronews · 3 h ago

Middle East

Iran Announces Start of Talks with US on Final Agreement

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said on Tuesday that talks with the US on a final agreement, including the nuclear issue, are expected to begin on Friday. He emphasized that ending the war in Lebanon is the most important issue.

TVNET · 4 h ago

Middle East

US Peace Deal with Iran Becomes Political Nightmare for Netanyahu

The prospective US peace treaty with Iran is creating a political crisis for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, undermining his career foundations and presenting new security dilemmas.

BNN · 4 h ago

Middle East

World sanctions settlers, Israel funds settlements: Palestine weekly wrap

Despite France, UK and other states imposing sanctions on settlers, Israel advanced funding for dozens of new settlements and established a permanent military base in the West Bank, while violence continues in Gaza.

Al Jazeera · 4 h ago

Middle East

JD Vance says US-Iran memorandum of understanding is 'very general', many details to be negotiated

US Vice President JD Vance admitted that the US-Iran memorandum of understanding is a 'very general document', with specifics to be worked out during technical negotiations. Iran's foreign minister said ending the war on Lebanon is the most important issue in the deal.

The Guardian World · 4 h ago

Middle East

Resumption of Hormuz Strait traffic to take weeks despite US-Iran deal

The head of a Japanese shipping company says ship traffic in the Hormuz Strait will not resume for several weeks until there is confidence in the durability of the US-Iran agreement.

BNN · 6 h ago

Middle East

Iran's World Cup Match in Los Angeles Becomes a Protest Against Tehran Regime

Iran's men's national team drew spectators at its first World Cup game in Los Angeles who came not for the soccer, but to protest the regime in Tehran.

The New York Times · 7 h ago

Middle East

U.S. Navy Deploys Drone Countermeasures to Clear Mines in Strait of Hormuz

After the war, naval mines still pose a threat in the Strait of Hormuz, and the U.S. Navy is deploying new drone-based technology to search for mines laid by Iran.

The New York Times · 8 h ago

Middle East

U.S. and Iran Sign Framework Deal, Setting 60-Day Ceasefire for Future Talks

U.S. and Iranian officials announced a framework agreement that includes a 60-day ceasefire, aiming to pave the way for negotiations on a final peace accord and Iran's nuclear program.

The New York Times · 10 h ago

Middle East

Netanyahu: Israeli forces to remain in Lebanon

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israeli forces will maintain a security zone in occupied Lebanon.

Al Jazeera · 10 h ago

Middle East

EU Sanctions on Iran to Remain Until Concrete Political Changes, Says Von der Leyen

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen stated that EU sanctions against Iran will not be lifted until real and lasting political changes occur on the ground.

Jauns.lv · 11 h ago

Middle East

Netanyahu: Israel Will Keep Forces in Lebanon Despite U.S.-Iran Deal

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has stated that Israel will maintain its military presence in Lebanon, despite the agreement between the U.S. and Iran. He said that the struggle is not over.

The New York Times · 11 h ago

Middle East

Senators Refrain From Praising U.S.-Iran Deal as They Remain Uninformed

Democrats demand an immediate briefing; Republicans concede they have no information on the agreement the administration has declined to release.

The New York Times · 12 h ago

Middle East

U.S.-Iran Accord Shrouded in Uncertainty

A short-term truce between the U.S. and Iran has not been made public, and the long-term peace deal it is supposed to yield does not yet exist, leaving many questions unanswered about any potential agreement.

The New York Times · 13 h ago

Middle East

Netanyahu: Iran will not get nuclear weapons, with or without deal

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that regardless of the US-Iran agreement, he will not allow Iran to obtain nuclear weapons, while acknowledging disagreements with Trump.

Pravda — ziņas · 13 h ago

Middle East

Journalist wounded in Israeli strike in Lebanon

A Press TV journalist was hit by shrapnel while filming a report on Israeli attacks in southern Lebanon.

Al Jazeera · 14 h ago

Middle East

Commercial Ships May Have to Pay to Pass Through the Strait of Hormuz

International law prohibits transit tolls but allows fees for services. What services Iran might provide remains unclear.

The New York Times · 14 h ago

Middle East

Iran war 'has been a strategic disaster for the State of Israel', analyst says

An analyst says Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's war aims in Iran remain unfulfilled, leading to a strategic disaster for the country.

France 24 · 15 h ago

Middle East

U.S. and Iran Reach an Agreement, But Details Remain Scant

President Trump announced that a deal has been reached to extend the ceasefire with Iran and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, though many challenges remain.

NPR World · 15 h ago

Middle East

Cease-Fire Plan May Succeed as War Grows Painful for Both Sides

After many false starts, a new cease-fire plan could be different because the war has become painful for both the United States and Iran.

The New York Times · 15 h ago

Middle East

EU fails to agree on sanctions for far-right Israeli minister Ben-Gvir

European Union member states failed to reach a consensus on imposing sanctions on Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas said on Monday.

Al Jazeera · 17 h ago

Middle East

Interim US-Iran peace deal sparks widespread anger among Israelis, with blame on Netanyahu

Israelis across the political spectrum reacted angrily Monday to news of an interim U.S.-Iran agreement, calling it a disaster for Israel and directing their fury at Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

France 24 · 17 h ago

Middle East

As deal is agreed with US, not all in Iran are convinced that peace is here

The US and Iran announced a memorandum of understanding to end nearly four months of hostilities, but many Iranians remain skeptical about a lasting peace.

Al Jazeera · 18 h ago

Middle East

Iran deal presents political nightmare for Netanyahu

The US ceasefire agreement with Iran has created a political nightmare for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, shattering the cornerstones of his political career and leaving him trapped in a new security dilemma.

BBC World · 18 h ago

Middle East

US and Iran Both Declare Victory, But Analyst Calls It a 'Lose-Lose' Outcome

Despite both sides claiming victory, the war between the US/Israel and Iran failed to achieve strategic objectives, imposing enormous costs on all parties, according to Ali Vaez of the International Crisis Group.

France 24 · 19 h ago

Middle East

Trump, Vance, and Iranian Parliament Speaker Electronically Sign Agreement, US Official Says

A US official announced that President Trump, Vice President Vance, and the Iranian parliament speaker have electronically signed an agreement. The official signing ceremony will take place on Friday in Switzerland.

TVNET · 19 h ago

Middle East

Jaded and Exhausted, Many Iranians Shrug at World Cup

According to The New York Times, the successes of Iran's national soccer team no longer spark celebrations – many Iranians are too weary to care.

The New York Times · 21 h ago

Middle East

Agreement With Iran Opens Strait of Hormuz but Leaves Nuclear Program Unresolved

The president says the agreement with Iran will open the Strait of Hormuz and provide economic relief, but Iran's nuclear program remains a subject for negotiation.

The New York Times · 22 h ago

Middle East

Reported US-Iran Peace Deal Sparks Both Relief and Anger

High-ranking US and Iranian officials are expected to travel to Switzerland this week to sign a framework agreement for an immediate ceasefire, according to Pakistan's prime minister. However, many details remain unclear, and the deal faces opposition from hardliners in Iran and Israel.

Deutsche Welle · 23 h ago