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US and Iran near 60-day ceasefire to reopen Hormuz strait
The United States and Iran are nearing a 60-day ceasefire agreement that would reopen the Strait of Hormuz and allow Tehran to resume oil exports, creating a diplomatic window for nuclear negotiations while American forces remain in the region, according to a US official familiar with the draft deal.
24 May 2026
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Seven Palestinians injured in attacks across occupied West Bank
The Palestinian Red Crescent Society said seven Palestinians were injured on Saturday in separate attacks by Israeli forces and occupiers in the southern occupied West Bank, with the incidents coming as violence in the territory continues to escalate amid the ongoing war in Gaza.
24 May 2026
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Hezbollah targets Israeli Iron Dome, drone systems in 12 strikes
Hezbollah said Sunday it carried out 12 attacks in 24 hours against Israeli military positions, targeting Iron Dome launchers and drone jamming systems across southern Lebanon and northern Israel, as cross-border violence persists despite a US-mediated truce scheduled to hold until early July.
24 May 2026
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Erdogan tells Trump Türkiye backs Hormuz deal for regional stability
President Recep Tayyip Erdogan told US President Donald Trump and regional leaders on Sunday that Ankara stands ready to support any agreement ensuring free passage through the Strait of Hormuz, emphasizing that a "just peace" in the region would leave no party defeated.
24 May 2026
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Qatar emir holds Saudi, UAE talks amid US-Iran deal push
Qatar's Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani held separate telephone conversations with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Saturday to discuss regional stability and de-escalation efforts, according to official statements from Doha and Abu Dhabi.
24 May 2026
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Iran envoy says 'positive stride' taking shape to end war with US
Iran's ambassador to Pakistan said Saturday that a "positive stride" is taking shape to end the war with the United States, provided Washington demonstrates adequate commitment, crediting Tehran's dignity and Islamabad's mediation efforts for the progress.
24 May 2026
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EU demands respect for Israel-Lebanon truce amid deadly strikes on medics
The European Union has demanded that all parties fully respect the temporary ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, warning that attacks on medical personnel and civilian infrastructure violate international humanitarian law amid escalating violence in southern Lebanon.
24 May 2026
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Germany alarmed by Israeli attacks on health workers in Lebanon
The German Foreign Ministry on Saturday expressed deep concern over Israeli strikes targeting medical personnel in southern Lebanon, calling on all parties to respect international humanitarian law and implement UN Security Council Resolution 1701 amid rising ceasefire violations.
24 May 2026
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Spanish police clash with Global Sumud activists at Bilbao airport
Spanish police clashed with Global Sumud Flotilla activists at Bilbao Airport on Saturday after several supporters allegedly crossed a security cordon during the arrival of campaigners attempting to deliver humanitarian aid to the blockaded Gaza Strip, according to Spain's public broadcaster RTVE.
24 May 2026
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US sees 'some progress' in Iran talks, demands nuclear concessions
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Saturday that "some progress" has been achieved in peace negotiations with Iran, though he warned that Tehran must abandon its nuclear enrichment program and reopen the Strait of Hormuz to avoid a military resolution to the ongoing conflict.
24 May 2026
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Pakistan confirms progress toward final US-Iran understanding
Pakistan's military confirmed encouraging progress toward a final understanding between the United States and Iran to end their ongoing war, stating that intensive negotiations over the past 24 hours have advanced the mediation process spearheaded by Army Chief Field Marshall Asim Munir.
24 May 2026
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Iran says finalizing memorandum with US to end war
Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei said on Saturday that Tehran is preparing a 14-point memorandum of understanding with Washington aimed at ending the war and securing the release of frozen assets, though he noted that the two sides have not yet established a joint timeline for an agreement.
24 May 2026
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Five Palestinian police officers killed in Israeli attacks on Gaza
The Palestinian Police Directorate said Israeli aircraft struck a police installation in northern Gaza on Saturday, killing five officers and wounding several others as medical sources reported additional casualties across the Strip in continued violations of the October ceasefire agreement.
24 May 2026
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Pakistan, Iran, Qatar 'finalizing' interim deal with US to end war: Sources
Multiple Pakistani government sources said trilateral delegations are holding intensive talks in Tehran to finalize a temporary agreement with the United States aimed at ending the Middle East war, indicating a major breakthrough could come by the end of this week.
24 May 2026
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Qatar’s PM urges Iran to avoid using Hormuz as bargaining chip, calls for de-escalation
Qatari Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani urged Iran to support de-escalation efforts during a call with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, emphasizing that closing the Strait of Hormuz or using it as a bargaining chip would deepen the crisis. He reaffirmed Qatar’s support for Pakistan-mediated talks and called for freedom of navigation.
23 May 2026
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Iran says 25 ships transited Strait of Hormuz in 24 hours under its coordination
The IRGC Navy announced that 25 vessels, including oil tankers and container ships, passed through the Strait of Hormuz in the past 24 hours after obtaining permission and coordinating with Iranian authorities. The announcement comes as the US maintains a naval blockade and Pakistan’s army chief visits Tehran to broker a permanent end to the conflict.
23 May 2026
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Qatari Emir, Trump discuss US-Iran peace efforts amid ongoing mediation
Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani and President Trump discussed ongoing mediation efforts to end the US-Iran war, including support for Pakistan’s diplomatic push. They emphasized safeguarding maritime security, protecting strategic waterways, and ensuring global supply chains. The call came as Pakistan’s army chief visited Tehran to broker a deal on Hormuz, nuclear issues, and sanctions relief.
23 May 2026
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Turkish, Iranian FMs discuss Tehran-Washington negotiations by phone
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi held a phone call on Friday to discuss the latest developments in negotiations between Tehran and Washington. The conversation comes amid ongoing efforts to stabilize a fragile ceasefire mediated by Pakistan, which has been extended indefinitely.
23 May 2026
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Fidan discusses Iran-US talks with Qatar, Pakistani mediators
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan held separate phone calls with Qatar’s Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani and with Pakistani mediators to discuss the latest stage of negotiations between Iran and the United States. No further details were provided, but the calls underscore Ankara’s active diplomatic role.
23 May 2026
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