US-Israel Iran War Live Updates

Reports from the Kuwaiti military indicate that they successfully intercepted aerial drones within their airspace late last night.
The National Guard subsequently confirmed that one of their installations had sustained considerable damage.
This fragile ceasefire hangs precariously in the balance, and all parties are eager to prevent further escalation.
The Kuwaiti Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a statement condemning the attacks, labeling them ‘heinous acts’ perpetrated by Iran and its affiliated groups, including factions and armed organizations.
This reference is unmistakably aimed at Iranian-backed entities operating within Iraq.
Given Kuwait’s proximity to Iraq, officials have long suspected that some of these attacks originated from Iraqi territory.
Kuwait has been particularly hard hit in recent weeks, with its airport, commercial ports, and oil facilities coming under repeated attack.
The international community is united in its desire to bring an end to this conflict.
In the context of the Gulf region, most countries – including those in the Gulf – view Lebanon as a key player in any potential ceasefire agreement.
Yesterday, several Gulf states issued strongly worded statements condemning Israeli air strikes, underscoring the need for de-escalation and a resumption of peace talks.

According to Lebanon’s National News Agency, a series of aerial attacks by Israeli war jets are currently underway, with the town of al-Majadel in the Tyre district of southern Lebanon being the focal point of the assault.

Tensions are running high in Islamabad as the city gears up to host a high-stakes meeting between US and Iranian diplomats this weekend, following a devastating six-week conflict that has claimed thousands of lives across the Middle East.
Security measures are in full swing, with key thoroughfares leading to the Red Zone – home to the capital’s most important government buildings – cordoned off and heavily guarded by military personnel.
The streets are dotted with checkpoints, and with a public holiday in effect, traffic is unusually light.
The Serena Hotel, a prominent landmark in the heart of the Red Zone and adjacent to the Foreign Ministry headquarters, has been taken over by security officials, with guests asked to vacate the premises.
According to Iranian Ambassador to Pakistan, a high-ranking delegation from Tehran, expected to be led by Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf and accompanied by Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, is now anticipated to arrive later today, following an earlier announcement on social media that was subsequently deleted.
The US delegation, headed by Vice President JD Vance and including Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff, who previously spearheaded negotiations with Iran before the conflict escalated, is also expected to arrive in Islamabad later this evening.

Eyewitnesses in the Lebanese town of Haneen have confirmed that Israeli military units are conducting a demolition operation, leaving numerous homes in ruins.
Meanwhile, sources indicate that rockets are being launched from southern Lebanon, with several impacting the Galilee region in northern Israel.

Reports are emerging of a sudden escalation in the conflict, with multiple rocket launches detected in the northern Galilee region. According to sources, the Israeli military has confirmed that 60 projectiles were fired into northern Israel, with a significant proportion of them targeting the coastal cities of Ashdod and Haifa in the early hours of the morning. The ability of Hezbollah to launch long-range attacks poses a significant threat to Israel’s security, and many are calling for a substantial reduction in the group’s capabilities.

The implications of Iran’s plan to impose transit fees on ships traversing the Strait of Hormuz are far-reaching, with significant repercussions for the global energy market. This development has caught the attention of several nations, including the United States, which is wary of Iran’s growing influence in the region. The proposed fees would grant Iran considerable control over energy supplies, a prospect that Washington views with concern. The situation in Lebanon is also expected to be a major point of contention during the upcoming talks in Islamabad. According to Iranian officials, the country sees the current ceasefire as comprehensive and applicable to all Lebanese territory, yet Israeli airstrikes continue to target various locations in the country.

A notable decrease in Israeli airstrikes has been observed in the past 24 hours, particularly in the Beirut region. The Lebanese capital has seen no strikes since the intense assault on Wednesday. While military activity persists in southern Lebanon, the reduction in airstrikes in Beirut is striking, whether by design or circumstance. According to reports from the Israeli media, citing government officials, US pressure is being exerted on Israel to scale back its involvement in the conflict with Lebanon.

A recent report from Lebanon’s National News Agency (NNA) reveals that Israeli military operations resulted in air strikes on the town of Sarafand at the break of dawn, with a total of two such incidents documented.
Additionally, the NNA report indicates that the Khirbat al-Duwayr region, situated near the town of al-Baysariyah, was also targeted by Israeli forces.

Washington is poised to serve as the venue for high-level diplomatic talks between Israel and Lebanon, potentially taking place next week. In a shift, Lebanon has renewed its offer for direct negotiations with Israel, but this time with the condition that a ceasefire be established. The Israeli prime minister has expressed a willingness to consider this proposal, yet emphasized that Israel will continue to target Hezbollah, ruling out any possibility of a ceasefire. Notably, the pace of military operations has slowed in recent hours, with no attacks on Beirut since the large-scale assault on Wednesday. The Israeli prime minister has welcomed the Lebanese government’s decision to take control of Beirut and demilitarize the city, a move aimed at countering Hezbollah’s influence and ensuring the group’s absence from the capital.

Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has announced a streamlined visa policy for international delegates attending the Islamabad Talks 2026, including journalists from participating nations. According to Dar, all such individuals will be granted a visa upon arrival in Pakistan. In a statement on X, Dar emphasized Pakistan’s commitment to facilitating the dialogue by waiving visa requirements for delegates traveling to Islamabad for the talks.