The European Union’s foreign affairs chief, Josep Borrell, has emphasized the need for a broader ceasefire in the Middle East conflict, extending it beyond Lebanon to alleviate tensions in the region. Borrell stressed that Hezbollah must disarm in accordance with previous agreements, as it has dragged Lebanon into this conflict.
Addressing Israel’s military actions, Borrell criticized them, stating that Israel’s right to self-defense does not justify such extensive destruction. He also noted that Israel’s aggressive military operations do not fall within the scope of self-defense.
According to CNN, it remains unclear whether Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett has complied with Trump’s directive to halt the attacks. Meanwhile, the Arab media reported that Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, Qatar, and Oman have not launched any attacks on Tuesday.
Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi stated that Iran had prepared a strong response to Israel’s attacks on Lebanon, but Pakistan intervened to prevent it. The US Central Command has issued a statement regarding Operation Apostle Fury against Iran.
Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich announced that Israel will expand its borders further at the end of the war, marking the foundation of new settlements in the occupied West Bank. Lebanese President Joseph Aoun stated that direct negotiations with Israel have begun, and Russian company Rosatom will withdraw its personnel from the Bushehr nuclear plant in Iran.
The Russian company claims that its decision to withdraw personnel remains unchanged despite the ceasefire agreement. The talks, according to Netanyahu, will focus on disarming Hezbollah and establishing peaceful relations between Israel and Lebanon.
Lebanese Prime Minister Najib Mikati has decided to limit the number of cars in his official convoy. The Iranian president stated that the Israeli attacks on Lebanon have breached the ceasefire agreement, and Iran will not abandon the Lebanese people.
The CEO of the UAE’s state-owned oil company, Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, urged the immediate and unconditional opening of the Strait of Hormuz. Leaked images and videos show the personal, military, and alleged secret meetings of the former president. Former Prime Minister Omar Abdullah stated that Pakistan would have done what it did if it were closer to Israel.
A telephone call took place between Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani. Lebanese Prime Minister Najib Mikati has decided to limit the number of cars in his official convoy.
