US-Israel Iran War Live Updates

A logistics convoy was halted by Israeli forces in southern Lebanon, resulting in the brief detention of a single peacekeeper from the UN peacekeeping mission.

A high-ranking official within the Popular Mobilization Forces confirmed that a military operation involving air power had struck one of their key strongholds located just north of Baghdad, according to an Al Jazeera source.

Ukrainian President Volodomyr Zelenskyy expressed disappointment that the UN Security Council has fallen short in taking decisive action against Iran’s blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global waterway.

Pakistan’s Deputy Foreign Minister recently engaged in a late-night phone conversation with his Saudi Arabian counterpart, focusing on the rapidly evolving regional dynamics and ongoing efforts to foster dialogue and diplomatic cooperation for peace and stability in the region.

According to an official statement from Pakistan’s foreign ministry, the two diplomats exchanged information on the latest developments in Pakistan’s continued pursuit of dialogue and diplomatic engagement. This diplomatic initiative follows a last-minute intervention by Prime Minister Sharif, who urged President Trump to extend the deadline for an Iran deal by two weeks.

In a related development, Prime Minister Sharif also appealed to Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz as a gesture of goodwill. He emphasized that the ongoing diplomatic efforts are progressing steadily and must be allowed to reach a conclusive outcome. Earlier in the day, Prime Minister Sharif also spoke with Saudi Crown Prince, expressing solidarity in the aftermath of an Iranian attack on petrochemical plants in eastern Saudi Arabia. The attack came in response to a US strike on Iranian oil fields the previous day.

Iranian Ambassador Reza Amiri Moghadam has expressed optimism on X platform, stating that the situation has shifted from a precarious to a more promising phase. “Moving forward,” he noted, “we can anticipate a shift from constructive dialogue to empty rhetoric.” Moghadam’s remarks came as he referenced his previous post, which highlighted Pakistan’s efforts as a mediator, describing them as “constructive and fruitful.”

Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Defence confirmed that its air defence systems successfully neutralized five incoming ballistic missiles targeting the eastern part of the kingdom. According to a statement posted on X, all five missiles were successfully destroyed by the kingdom’s air defences.

A child and three others were caught in the crossfire when shrapnel from intercepted Iranian missiles rained down on a house in Qatar’s Muraikh area, leaving them with injuries, according to the country’s Interior Ministry. The incident occurred as a result of Qatari air defenses successfully intercepting a missile attack that had been aimed at the nation, as previously reported by our sources.

Reports are emerging of two individuals sustaining injuries when fragments from a drone came crashing down on al-Tujjar Street in Baghdad, resulting in significant damage to the exterior of a nearby house and a vehicle.

A Canadian-based political analyst and academic researcher, Marzie Khalilian, expressed skepticism over Iran’s potential agreement to a two-week ceasefire, citing a lack of tangible benefits for the country.
Khalilian questioned the merits of the proposal, suggesting that Iran may not derive any significant advantages from it. “Unless we can identify what the Iranians stand to gain from this arrangement, it’s difficult to envision a scenario where they would agree to a two-week lull in hostilities,” she noted in an interview with Al Jazeera.
The proposal, put forth by Pakistan, involves Iran temporarily opening the Strait of Hormuz and the United States extending its deadline. Khalilian’s assessment remains unchanged: “It’s highly improbable that the Iranians will accept this proposal as it currently stands.”

The escalating tensions between the parties have reached a boiling point, with both sides trading barbs in a public display of their positions. Amidst this heightened rhetoric, the frequency of attacks has increased. It appears that Pakistan is now opting for a more transparent approach in its diplomatic efforts. Upon the release of the statement from Pakistan’s prime minister, urging the US to postpone its deadline by two weeks, I was informed by a government source that this move constitutes a final attempt to salvage the situation. The lines of communication remain open between all parties involved. Pakistan is confident that it can facilitate a meeting between the US and Iran, and it is on the cusp of achieving this goal, despite facing opposition from various quarters. The Pakistani prime minister’s intention is to publicly expose those individuals who are hindering the peace process, thereby clarifying their roles in both the US and Iran.