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Emmanuel Macron Condemns Lebanon Strikes, Says He’s Spoken With Country’s Leaders
French president expresses full solidarity with Lebanon after Israel launches largest attacks since recent offensive began, threatening fragile U.S.-Iran ceasefire.
Former U.S. Officials Analyze Chances Fragile Iran Ceasefire Can Hold
Diplomatic sources describe the truce as fragile, with disputes over Lebanon's involvement and Iran's continued control of the Strait of Hormuz creating uncertainty.
Iranian President: Continued Israeli Attacks on Lebanon Would Render Ceasefire Talks 'Meaningless'
Pezeshkian's statement comes as Iranian and U.S. officials prepare for weekend talks in Islamabad, with death toll from Wednesday's strikes rising to 254.
Israel Launches Large-Scale Attacks on Lebanon as US-Iran Ceasefire Negotiations Continue
Israeli forces struck more than 100 sites in 10 minutes, marking the largest assault since the latest offensive began over a month ago.
Oil Plunges, Dow Sees Its Best Day in a Year After US-Iran Ceasefire
Brent crude fell 8% while the Dow jumped 563 points as markets reacted to a fragile ceasefire agreement aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
Oil Prices Plunge and Shares Jump on US-Iran Ceasefire Plan
Global benchmark oil fell 15% to under $92 as markets surged following a conditional two-week ceasefire agreement reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
Teetering Ceasefire Bodes Ill for Treacherous Talks Ahead
International diplomats prepare for high-stakes negotiations as fragile ceasefire faces renewed tensions.
Uncertainty Swirls Around Iran Ceasefire as Details Remain Unclear
The U.S. and Iran announce a two-week ceasefire, but conflicting interpretations of the agreement's terms raise questions about its durability.
Vance Says 'Legitimate Misunderstanding' Behind Dispute Over Lebanon Ceasefire Scope
Vice president says Iranians thought ceasefire included Lebanon, but U.S. and Israel say it did not
China Expands Duty-Free Trade to 53 African Nations as US Extends AGOA for One Year
China's unlimited duty-free access contrasts with Washington's one-year extension, raising questions about US commitment to African markets.