US-Israel Iran War Live Updates

The Gulf states are deeply alarmed that the ongoing Israeli attacks on Lebanon are putting the fragile ceasefire at risk of complete collapse. Over the course of the conflict, they have been subjected to a barrage of nearly 7,000 projectiles launched by Iranian missiles, drones, and rockets. This relentless assault has resulted in significant damage to critical infrastructure, including the Habshan facility in the United Arab Emirates, Ras Tanura in Saudi Arabia, the Yanbu energy facilities in Saudi Arabia, and Ras Laffan, the largest liquefied natural gas facility in Qatar. Furthermore, the attacks have also targeted airports, power plants, desalination centers, residential areas, prompting the Gulf states to call for an immediate end to the violence.

Following 35 years of unwavering dedication to safeguarding the rights of Palestinian minors, Defense for Children International – Palestine has been compelled to discontinue its operations. The decision comes in response to what the organisation describes as Israel’s deliberate and systematic efforts to suppress Palestinian human rights groups.

According to a statement released by the organisation, Palestinian children are currently facing an unprecedented crisis, characterised by genocide, apartheid, military occupation, and the rapid proliferation of unlawful Israeli settlements. In light of this dire situation, DCIP has expressed its hope that other entities will step forward to assume the mantle of protecting Palestinian children’s rights and securing a brighter future for them.

A 15-year-old Palestinian boy was rushed to the hospital following a violent confrontation with Israeli forces in the Arroub refugee camp, located in the occupied West Bank. The Palestinian Red Crescent Society reported that the teenager was struck by live ammunition during the raid, which took place south of Hebron.

Israeli military personnel also descended upon the town of Hizma, situated northeast of occupied East Jerusalem, where they deployed stun grenades and tear gas. However, no reports have emerged of any injuries or arrests resulting from the operation.

In a separate incident, a Palestinian individual was hospitalized after being assaulted by Israeli settlers in the Ain Shabab area of the Jordan Valley, according to the Red Crescent.

In a recent discussion with Mark Rutte, the NATO chief highlighted the fact that a substantial number of European nations have fulfilled their obligations.

Iranian exiled heir Reza Pahlavi has challenged US claims of a successful regime shift in Iran, asserting that the nation’s leadership remains largely unchanged despite some weakening.
In a recent interview with French media, Pahlavi expressed skepticism towards the notion of regime change, stating, “What regime change? It’s the same individuals, albeit possibly diminished in power.”
As a US resident, Pahlavi has also been vocal about his desire to bring an end to the Iranian regime, likening it to a “beast that must be put out of its misery.”
During his appearances at US political events, Pahlavi had previously pledged to “restore Iran’s former glory.”
The son of deposed Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, who was ousted following Iran’s 1979 revolution, continues to advocate for a significant transformation in the country’s leadership.

For the second time, US President Donald Trump has publicly expressed frustration with NATO allies for their reluctance to participate in a potential US-Israel coalition against Iran, sparking renewed scrutiny of the alliance’s core principles.

Following high-level discussions at the White House, US President Trump has expressed deep dissatisfaction with NATO’s performance, as revealed by a candid statement made shortly after a private meeting with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte.
According to Rutte, a seasoned diplomat and former Dutch prime minister, Trump’s concerns were palpable during their private talks, which were later shared with CNN. When asked directly about Trump’s stance on potentially leaving the alliance, Rutte chose to sidestep the question, instead emphasizing the US President’s evident disappointment with many NATO member states.
Rutte acknowledged Trump’s grievances, stating that he was able to see the President’s perspective. However, he also highlighted the significant contributions made by the majority of European nations, including logistical support, military bases, and overflight permissions, which have been crucial in bolstering NATO’s efforts. Notably, Rutte pointed out that the US has played a pivotal role in degrading Iran’s nuclear and ballistic missile capabilities, a development that has garnered widespread international support. The Secretary General described his conversation with Trump as refreshingly candid and open.

The US is facing a pressing dilemma, as the Israeli military’s ongoing operations in Lebanon have significant implications for the delicate negotiations at hand. The Iranian response to these actions underscores the precarious nature of the talks, threatening to upend the entire agreement at any moment. Vice President JD Vance’s suggestion that Israel might temper its actions is, at this point, speculative. The question remains whether the US will intervene to curb Israel’s actions if they perceive it as jeopardizing the negotiations, but so far, there has been no indication of such a move.

From the heart of Beirut, where the city’s southern suburbs were hit by Israeli air strikes on Wednesday afternoon, a sense of desperation is unfolding.
Just hours ago, emergency responders made a miraculous discovery, pulling a woman from the wreckage of a residential building, where she lay critically injured. The woman was immediately transported to a nearby hospital, where she joins a mounting list of hundreds of wounded civilians, scattered across Lebanon’s cities and towns.
This tragic scenario is being replayed across the country, as rescue teams labor to unearth survivors from the rubble of homes and apartment buildings that were targeted in the Israeli military’s wave of airstrikes. The attacks, numbering over 100, commenced at approximately 2pm local time on Wednesday (11:00 GMT), shattering the fragile hopes of a regional ceasefire between the US, Israel, and Iran.
As the day wore on, the Israeli military’s assault continued unabated, with fresh strikes hitting Beirut’s southern suburbs in the early hours of the morning.

The White House has revealed a discrepancy in the administration’s understanding of a 10-point plan proposed by Iran, with the press secretary initially suggesting two separate plans were presented – one rejected and the other accepted. However, it has since become clear that there was only one plan, which President Trump referenced in a social media post announcing a two-week ceasefire to facilitate negotiations on outstanding issues.

The president’s statement indicated that most of the contentious points had been addressed, with only a few remaining areas of disagreement between the US and Iran. Yet, just 24 hours later, the administration appeared to contradict this assessment, claiming that the plan accepted by President Trump did not include references to Israeli operations in Lebanon or actions against other Iranian allies.

The administration’s stance was echoed by the vice president, who emphasized that Lebanon and Israel’s actions are outside the scope of the agreed-upon ceasefire. As a result, the nature of President Trump’s acceptance of the plan remains shrouded in uncertainty.