Iran reinforced tighter control over the Strait of Hormuz as maritime tensions with the US continued in the wake of new acts of piracy against Iranian vessels.

Hezbollah says its fighters still have their "hand on the trigger" and are monitoring any enemy sabotage after the announcement of a 10-day ceasefire, as the Lebanese group reviewed 45 days of resistance against Israeli forces.

Israel dismissed a proposed Lebanon ceasefire before Washington talks even began. 

Islamabad prepares to host talks between Tehran and Washington, likely on Saturday.

The Iranian president says the continuation of a temporary ceasefire agreement depends on the United States’ adherence to its commitments.

Iran’s Parliament speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf says Lebanon is an inseparable part of the 10-point ceasefire the country has proposed.

Iran will never abandon the Lebanese people, President Pezeshkian says after ruthless Israeli bombing of residential buildings despite a ceasefire..