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US-Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: Trump says Iran talks continue 'at rapid pace' as Tehran suspends negotiations after Lebanon strikes
Iran War News: The conflict across the Middle East intensified on Monday as Israel ordered fresh strikes on Beirut's southern suburbs while the United States and Iran exchanged military attacks, raising fears that ongoing diplomatic efforts could collapse.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defence Minister Israel Katz said the strikes were authorised in response to what they described as repeated Hezbollah violations of the ceasefire and attacks on Israeli communities. The warning prompted thousands of residents to flee Beirut's southern suburb of Dahiyeh, a stronghold of Hezbollah, causing severe traffic congestion on roads leading out of the area.
The developments come as Washington and Tehran continue negotiations aimed at extending a fragile ceasefire and reopening the Strait of Hormuz, a vital shipping route that remains partially disrupted. Repeated exchanges of fire have fuelled concerns that any major escalation could derail efforts to reach a broader agreement.
Here are the latest developments in US-Iran war:
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defence Minister Israel Katz said the strikes were authorised in response to what they described as repeated Hezbollah violations of the ceasefire and attacks on Israeli communities. The warning prompted thousands of residents to flee Beirut's southern suburb of Dahiyeh, a stronghold of Hezbollah, causing severe traffic congestion on roads leading out of the area.
The developments come as Washington and Tehran continue negotiations aimed at extending a fragile ceasefire and reopening the Strait of Hormuz, a vital shipping route that remains partially disrupted. Repeated exchanges of fire have fuelled concerns that any major escalation could derail efforts to reach a broader agreement.
Here are the latest developments in US-Iran war:
- Israel announced strikes on Beirut's southern suburbs after accusing Hezbollah of repeatedly violating the April ceasefire and launching attacks on Israeli territory.
- Overnight Israeli airstrikes in southern Lebanon reportedly killed six people, while Hezbollah claimed rocket and missile attacks against Israeli troops and military infrastructure in northern Israel.
- The US military said it struck radar, air defence and drone facilities in Iran after Tehran shot down an American MQ-1 drone operating over international waters.
- Iran said it responded to American attacks and later released footage of a ballistic missile launch, while Kuwait reported intercepting incoming drones and missiles early on Monday.
- Despite the military escalation, diplomatic efforts continue. Israel and Lebanon are expected to hold another round of talks in Washington this week, while the US and Iran remain engaged in negotiations over a possible ceasefire extension and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
05:53 (IST) Jun 01
Iran War: Oil prices jump over 2 per cent as Israel expands Lebanon offensive
Oil prices rose more than 2 per cent in early Monday trading after Israel ordered troops deeper into southern Lebanon, raising fears of a broader regional conflict and potential disruptions to energy supplies. US crude climbed to $89.53 a barrel, while Brent crude rose to $93.05. The escalation dampened hopes for a near-term extension of the US-Iran ceasefire and renewed concerns over the Strait of Hormuz, a critical route for about one-fifth of global oil and gas flows. Supply worries outweighed weak economic data from China, which pointed to slowing factory activity and softer demand growth.
05:21 (IST) Jun 01
Iran War News: Trump says 'most of the agreement' with Iran focuses on nuclear issues
US President Donald Trump, on Truth Social, pushed back against media reports questioning the scope of his proposed agreement with Iran, saying the deal "states, very clearly, that Iran will not have a Nuclear Weapon" and includes extensive provisions related to Tehran's nuclear programme. Trump said critics were wrong to claim the agreement does not address nuclear issues, adding, "In fact, that's what most of the agreement is about," while accusing sections of the media of misrepresenting the contents of the proposed deal.
04:56 (IST) Jun 01
Iran War News: Oil prices climb as reports suggest US toughened Iran deal terms
Oil prices rose on Monday as markets reacted to reports that the United States had hardened its negotiating position with Iran, raising fresh uncertainty over efforts to end the conflict in the Middle East.
US benchmark West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude gained 2.5 per cent to $89.60 a barrel, while Brent crude for August delivery rose about 2.2 per cent to $93.16 a barrel.
The rebound came after oil prices fell more than 11 per cent last week on expectations that a potential peace agreement could lead to the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, a key route for global oil shipments.
However, sentiment shifted over the weekend after The New York Times and other US media outlets reported that President Donald Trump had returned a draft memorandum of understanding to Tehran with several tougher negotiating demands, casting doubt on the prospects of a near-term agreement.
US benchmark West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude gained 2.5 per cent to $89.60 a barrel, while Brent crude for August delivery rose about 2.2 per cent to $93.16 a barrel.
The rebound came after oil prices fell more than 11 per cent last week on expectations that a potential peace agreement could lead to the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, a key route for global oil shipments.
However, sentiment shifted over the weekend after The New York Times and other US media outlets reported that President Donald Trump had returned a draft memorandum of understanding to Tehran with several tougher negotiating demands, casting doubt on the prospects of a near-term agreement.
01:59 (IST) Jun 01
Qatar condemns Israel's expanded Lebanon offensive as 'dangerous escalation'
Qatar has strongly criticised Israel's expanding military operations in southern Lebanon, calling them a dangerous escalation and a violation of Lebanese sovereignty and international humanitarian law. The condemnation came as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced that Israeli forces had captured Beaufort Castle, crossed the Litani River, and would deepen operations against Hezbollah. Doha urged the international community to pressure Israel to halt its offensive, while also engaging with Lebanon through diplomatic channels to address the worsening regional security and humanitarian situation.
01:14 (IST) Jun 01
Netanyahu calls capture of Beaufort a 'dramatic shift' in Lebanon offensive
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel would deepen its operations in Lebanon after troops captured the medieval Beaufort Castle, describing the move as "a dramatic stage and a dramatic shift in the policy we are leading."
"Now my directive is to deepen and expand our hold in places that were under Hezbollah's control," Netanyahu said in a video statement.
The development comes amid escalating clashes between Israel and the Iran-backed Hezbollah group. Hezbollah said it targeted Israeli forces near Beaufort and military positions in northern Israel.
Meanwhile, the UN Security Council is set to hold an emergency meeting on Monday over Israel's expanding offensive. Hezbollah lawmaker Hassan Fadlallah said Beaufort was "a national archaeological site" and "was not a military site for the resistance," criticising the raising of the Israeli flag over the fortress.
"Now my directive is to deepen and expand our hold in places that were under Hezbollah's control," Netanyahu said in a video statement.
The development comes amid escalating clashes between Israel and the Iran-backed Hezbollah group. Hezbollah said it targeted Israeli forces near Beaufort and military positions in northern Israel.
Meanwhile, the UN Security Council is set to hold an emergency meeting on Monday over Israel's expanding offensive. Hezbollah lawmaker Hassan Fadlallah said Beaufort was "a national archaeological site" and "was not a military site for the resistance," criticising the raising of the Israeli flag over the fortress.
01:13 (IST) Jun 01
Iran war: Iran says does not trust US as Trump toughens terms
Iran's chief negotiator and Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said Tehran will not back any agreement with Washington unless Iranian rights are fully protected.
"We will not approve any agreement until we are certain that the rights of the Iranian people have been upheld," Ghalibaf said, amid reports that US President Donald Trump has sought tougher terms in a draft deal.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi also cautioned against reading too much into reports, saying that until a clear outcome is reached, "everything that is being said now is speculation."
"We will not approve any agreement until we are certain that the rights of the Iranian people have been upheld," Ghalibaf said, amid reports that US President Donald Trump has sought tougher terms in a draft deal.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi also cautioned against reading too much into reports, saying that until a clear outcome is reached, "everything that is being said now is speculation."
01:11 (IST) Jun 01
Iran war: Conflict drives farmers to seek fertilizer alternatives as prices surge
As the conflict involving Iran disrupts global supply chains, farmers in parts of Africa are turning to alternatives such as cow dung and compost amid rising fertilizer costs.
In Senegal, farmer Abou Sow said fertilizer prices have climbed about 40 per cent since the war began on February 28. Concerned about the impact of disruptions linked to Iran's control over the Strait of Hormuz, a key shipping route, Sow said he had already shifted away from chemical fertilizers years ago.
Having adopted organic compost and manure from local herders, Sow now encourages other farmers to do the same. "We can't afford to wait for a ceasefire," he said. "It's risky to depend on chemical fertilizers."
The conflict has affected supplies of natural gas, a key ingredient in fertilizer production, while also disrupting global shipping routes, adding pressure on agricultural costs.
01:04 (IST) Jun 01
US Iran War: No room for 'speculation' until clear outcome reached in US talks, says Iran FM Araghchi
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said that "dialogue and an exchange of messages are ongoing" between Tehran and Washington despite a deadlock in negotiations, urging caution against reading too much into unconfirmed reports.
"It is not possible to judge until a clear conclusion is reached; everything that is being said now is speculation and should not be taken seriously until it is certain," Araghchi said, according to IRNA.
His remarks come as reports suggest US President Donald Trump has sought changes to a draft agreement, including tougher conditions on Iran's nuclear commitments and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
Major differences remain over Iran's nuclear programme and economic provisions. While Trump has said Washington would take control of and destroy Iran's stockpile of highly enriched uranium, Tehran maintains that its nuclear infrastructure is not under discussion in the current talks.
Meanwhile, Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said no agreement with Washington would gain parliamentary approval unless Iran's "rights" are guaranteed, stressing that Tehran seeks "tangible achievements" rather than relying on US promises.
"It is not possible to judge until a clear conclusion is reached; everything that is being said now is speculation and should not be taken seriously until it is certain," Araghchi said, according to IRNA.
His remarks come as reports suggest US President Donald Trump has sought changes to a draft agreement, including tougher conditions on Iran's nuclear commitments and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
Major differences remain over Iran's nuclear programme and economic provisions. While Trump has said Washington would take control of and destroy Iran's stockpile of highly enriched uranium, Tehran maintains that its nuclear infrastructure is not under discussion in the current talks.
Meanwhile, Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said no agreement with Washington would gain parliamentary approval unless Iran's "rights" are guaranteed, stressing that Tehran seeks "tangible achievements" rather than relying on US promises.
01:03 (IST) Jun 01
Lebanon's Berri says Hezbollah will honour ceasefire, questions Israel
Lebanese Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri has said he can "guarantee a full, comprehensive and immediate commitment to a ceasefire" by Hezbollah, but questioned whether Israel would halt its military operations. Speaking to Lebanon's National News Agency, Berri asked who would ensure that Israel ends its attacks by land, sea and air, as well as the destruction of villages and homes. Berri is among Lebanon's most influential Shia political leaders.
Tensions in the Middle East escalated sharply on June 1 as Israel, Iran, Hezbollah, the United States, and regional actors exchanged military actions and political statements, further intensifying an already volatile security situation.
Israeli military issued evacuation warnings for residents of Mlikh and Kfarhounah in Lebanon, saying it would soon act against Hezbollah targets in the area. The IDF also reported intercepting rockets and drones launched from Lebanon toward northern Israel, including Upper Galilee and Kiryat Shmona, while carrying out strikes on Hezbollah rocket launch sites.
Diplomatic developments added to the escalation narrative. Iran’s foreign ministry stated that a Lebanon ceasefire is a key condition in negotiations linked to a US-led deal framework. US President Donald Trump said Iran is willing to reach an agreement and expressed optimism about ongoing talks, while criticizing political opposition to the negotiations.
The US Central Command confirmed it carried out “self-defence strikes” on Iranian radar and drone command-and-control facilities in southern Iran after what it described as aggressive actions. Iran, in turn, reported continued military responses and claims of targeting US-linked sites.
Elsewhere in the region, the UAE condemned Israeli actions at the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound, while Kuwait reported active air defence systems intercepting missile and drone threats.
Israeli military issued evacuation warnings for residents of Mlikh and Kfarhounah in Lebanon, saying it would soon act against Hezbollah targets in the area. The IDF also reported intercepting rockets and drones launched from Lebanon toward northern Israel, including Upper Galilee and Kiryat Shmona, while carrying out strikes on Hezbollah rocket launch sites.
Diplomatic developments added to the escalation narrative. Iran’s foreign ministry stated that a Lebanon ceasefire is a key condition in negotiations linked to a US-led deal framework. US President Donald Trump said Iran is willing to reach an agreement and expressed optimism about ongoing talks, while criticizing political opposition to the negotiations.
The US Central Command confirmed it carried out “self-defence strikes” on Iranian radar and drone command-and-control facilities in southern Iran after what it described as aggressive actions. Iran, in turn, reported continued military responses and claims of targeting US-linked sites.
Elsewhere in the region, the UAE condemned Israeli actions at the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound, while Kuwait reported active air defence systems intercepting missile and drone threats.
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