- Tensions in the Middle East are rising, linked to the US-Israel war with Iran, impacting global oil prices and shipping costs, with Oman in the region.
- The Middle East is experiencing global instability due to the ongoing conflict between the US and Iran.
Israeli forces conducted airstrikes in southern Lebanon, prompting Donald Trump to publicly rebuke Israel's military tactics.
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Updated Jun 17
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What happened
Israeli forces conducted airstrikes in southern Lebanon, prompting Donald Trump to publicly rebuke Israel's military tactics.
Who's involved
What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.Trump publicly criticized Israeli military actions in Lebanon.1 source
Israel military actions against Hezbollah escalate Middle East tensions.1 source
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- Accord talks are underway to end the ongoing war in the Middle East, with copies sent to Israel.
The entities involved
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Lebanon
country in West Asia
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Donald Trump
American businessman and politician (born 1946), President of the United States (2017–2021; since 2025)
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Hezbollah
Iranian-backed Shia Islamist political party and armed organization in Lebanon
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