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Israeli strikes on a town in southern Lebanon killed six people and wounded seven others, state media said Tuesday, as fighting continued despite a ceasefire agreement. The NNA on Tuesday reported strikes near other southern Lebanese towns, and the Israeli military ordered an evacuation of the town of Sohmor in eastern Lebanon's Bekaa valley.

Iran and the US are reportedly in talks for a temporary truce, aiming to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and pave the way for broader nuclear negotiations. A 30-day pause in hostilities is proposed, with discussions focusing on lifting shipping blockades and ending military actions. More complex issues like sanctions relief and Iran's nuclear program remain under negotiation.

Iran's chief negotiator insists Washington must accept Tehran's peace plan, warning of continued failure otherwise. President Trump, however, deemed Iran's response 'unacceptable,' escalating tensions. The ongoing conflict has triggered an energy shock, spiking oil prices and threatening global supply chains. Fighting also persists in Lebanon, with Hezbollah vowing to make the battlefield 'hell' for Israel.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu revealed he underwent treatment for an early-stage prostate cancer, diagnosed several months ago. He had surgery for an enlarged benign prostate over a year prior and recently completed radiation therapy for the malignant tumor, which doctors say has disappeared. The disclosure follows his annual medical examination and precedes an expected White House visit.

United States President Donald Trump has declared Israel is prohibited from conducting further airstrikes in Lebanon. This statement surprised Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Meanwhile, Iran announced it is reopening the Strait of Hormuz to commercial shipping. This move signals potential progress in broader United States-Iran diplomacy. Despite the ceasefire, some military activity was reported.

A US delegation is heading to Islamabad for fresh talks with Iran after previous negotiations faltered. President Trump issued a stern warning, vowing severe action if Iran rejects the "fair and reasonable" deal offered. Tensions remain high following disagreements over Iran's nuclear program and sanctions, with the Strait of Hormuz becoming a focal point of the dispute

Stock market today: Sensex and Nifty ended in green on Friday on positive global cues. While Nifty50 was above 24,350, BSE Sensex was up over 500 points.

A US delegation heads to Pakistan for crucial talks with Iran, despite President Trump's escalating threats to cripple Iran's infrastructure if a deal isn't reached. Tehran remains hesitant, demanding the lifting of sanctions and unblocking of assets. Trump's aggressive rhetoric, aimed at forcing negotiations, faces domestic criticism for its potential to escalate conflict.

A nearly 50-day Iran war has crippled global oil markets, removing over 500 million barrels and costing $50 billion. This unprecedented energy shock, impacting Gulf producers severely, could have long-lasting effects. While the Strait of Hormuz has reopened and a ceasefire is anticipated, a full recovery for energy supplies is expected to be a slow, multi-year process.

A US Navy destroyer intercepted two oil tankers leaving Iran, marking the initial phase of a US-declared blockade aimed at pressuring Tehran. Despite the blockade, some Iran-linked vessels reportedly transited the Strait of Hormuz. Experts caution about the blockade's effectiveness and warn of potential escalation and retaliation from Iran.

Israel's Prime Minister Netanyahu declared a fragile two-week ceasefire with Iran, emphasizing readiness to resume military action if objectives aren't met. Despite cooperation with the US-Iran truce, Israel will continue striking Hezbollah. Meanwhile, 254 deaths were reported in Lebanon from Israeli strikes.

Amidst US-Iran peace talks in Pakistan following a ceasefire, President Trump claimed the US is clearing the Strait of Hormuz and asserted Iran is losing its war. He also boasted about US oil reserves and vowed to prevent fertilizer price gouging, stating American farmers have his support.

Stock market today: Nifty50 and BSE Sensex closed Monday in red, as fresh geopolitical tensions weigh on sentiment, following the collapse of US-Iran peace talks and a sharp rise in oil prices.

Israel expressed dissatisfaction with the US over its handling of the Iran ceasefire, feeling informed late and excluded from consultations. Despite public support from Prime Minister Netanyahu, who set clear limits, concerns remain about the agreement's scope, particularly regarding Lebanon. Tensions persist, with Hezbollah launching rockets following Israeli strikes.

Israel's IDF warns of a more extreme Iranian leadership under Mojtaba Khamenei, following the death of Ayatollah Khamenei and a joint US-Israeli offensive. Peace talks are set to begin in Islamabad amidst ongoing conflict in Lebanon and the continued closure of the Strait of Hormuz.

The US Navy has clarified how the ‘blockade’ proposed by the President will be implemented and there’s potentially a lot of pain ahead for the Iranian and global economy.

Missile alerts sounded across the Middle East despite a reported two-week ceasefire between Iran and the United States. Fighting continued on multiple fronts, with a gas facility in Abu Dhabi ablaze following Iranian strikes. The ceasefire's terms and implementation remain uncertain, with Iran and Israel appearing to continue military actions.

Vice President JD Vance will lead a US delegation to Pakistan this weekend for mediated talks with Iran, aiming to secure a permanent ceasefire. The discussions in Islamabad follow a two-week truce, with the White House emphasizing the need for the Strait of Hormuz to remain open. Lebanon is not included in the current ceasefire agreement.

Iran's new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has vowed to escalate control over the Strait of Hormuz, signaling a tougher stance amid a strained ceasefire with the US and Israel. He declared Iran would seek compensation for wartime losses and warned aggressors would not go unpunished. Khamenei also claimed victory in the conflict, urging continued public pressure during ongoing negotiations.

Iran is reportedly demanding Bitcoin payments for ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz. This condition is part of a proposed two-week ceasefire. Oil tankers will pay tolls in cryptocurrency after undergoing scrutiny. This move aims to control movement and prevent weapon transfers. Shipping companies are assessing the new transit rules. Gulf nations express concerns over Iran's potential control.

The cracks in Nato grew wider after the bloc gave a cold shoulder to the Washington when Trump sought the Cold War-era alliance to step in the war against Iran and use it as a leverage in easing Tehran's grip over Strait of Hormuz that has squeesed oil supply. The strain in the alliance continues even after the last-moment "fragile ceasefire" was reached between US-Iran for two weeks as Europe largely keep itself beyong the ambit of the West Asia war.

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Pakistan's stock market experienced a sharp decline as Middle East tensions resurfaced, erasing significant gains from the previous day. Hopes for a diplomatic breakthrough between the US and Iran, which had briefly boosted investor confidence, quickly faded following continued Israeli operations and accusations of ceasefire violations. The Strait of Hormuz remains a point of contention, keeping markets on edge.

PM Sharif and Army chief Munir reportedly engaged US Vice-President JD Vance and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi to hammer out the tentative truce, although President Trump stepped up to take credit