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US-Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: US disables commercial ship trying to breach blockade and reach Iran
President Donald Trump has not yet signed off on a proposed agreement with Iran following a two-hour meeting in the White House Situation Room, as uncertainty continues over efforts to end the conflict and ease tensions in the region. A White House official said Trump would only approve a deal that satisfies his "red lines," stressing that "Iran can never possess a nuclear weapon."
As negotiations remain unresolved, Iran's Persian Gulf Strait Authority (PGSA) pushed back against newly imposed US sanctions, insisting it would continue overseeing vessel traffic through the Strait of Hormuz "without interruption." The authority accused Washington of attempting to gain control over the key shipping route through economic pressure after failing through military and diplomatic means.
The sanctions were announced by the US Treasury Department, which alleged that the PGSA works with Iran's Revolutionary Guards to regulate maritime traffic and collect illegitimate fees from commercial vessels passing through the strategically important waterway. The move forms part of the Trump administration's broader pressure campaign against Tehran.
At the same time, diplomatic efforts continued on another front, with Israeli and Lebanese military officials holding rare direct talks at the Pentagon. Elbridge Colby, the Pentagon's second-ranking official, described the discussions as "productive" and said they would help inform political negotiations expected to take place next week under the State Department's leadership.
Despite those talks, hostilities persisted in southern Lebanon. Hezbollah said it carried out 22 military operations against Israeli forces on Friday, targeting troops, tanks and military infrastructure. The Iran-backed group claimed it used rockets, artillery fire, guided missiles, explosive devices and "Ababil" attack drones, and said the strikes hit several targets, including six Merkava tanks and an Iron Dome launcher, across multiple locations in southern Lebanon.
As negotiations remain unresolved, Iran's Persian Gulf Strait Authority (PGSA) pushed back against newly imposed US sanctions, insisting it would continue overseeing vessel traffic through the Strait of Hormuz "without interruption." The authority accused Washington of attempting to gain control over the key shipping route through economic pressure after failing through military and diplomatic means.
The sanctions were announced by the US Treasury Department, which alleged that the PGSA works with Iran's Revolutionary Guards to regulate maritime traffic and collect illegitimate fees from commercial vessels passing through the strategically important waterway. The move forms part of the Trump administration's broader pressure campaign against Tehran.
At the same time, diplomatic efforts continued on another front, with Israeli and Lebanese military officials holding rare direct talks at the Pentagon. Elbridge Colby, the Pentagon's second-ranking official, described the discussions as "productive" and said they would help inform political negotiations expected to take place next week under the State Department's leadership.
Despite those talks, hostilities persisted in southern Lebanon. Hezbollah said it carried out 22 military operations against Israeli forces on Friday, targeting troops, tanks and military infrastructure. The Iran-backed group claimed it used rockets, artillery fire, guided missiles, explosive devices and "Ababil" attack drones, and said the strikes hit several targets, including six Merkava tanks and an Iron Dome launcher, across multiple locations in southern Lebanon.
21:19 (IST) May 30
Israel-Iran War: Three killed in Israeli strike on Ansar village
Lebanon's state-run National News Agency reported that an Israeli air strike on the southern village of Ansar killed three people, adding to the growing civilian death toll from the escalating conflict.
21:01 (IST) May 30
US-Iran War: US disables vessel allegedly heading to Iranian port in blockade breach
The US military has reportedly disabled another commercial vessel that was attempting to reach an Iranian port in violation of Washington’s ongoing naval blockade, according to a source cited by news agency AP.
The latest incident marks another enforcement action under the blockade regime, which has seen US forces intercept, redirect or disable multiple vessels accused of breaching restrictions on maritime traffic linked to Iran.
The latest incident marks another enforcement action under the blockade regime, which has seen US forces intercept, redirect or disable multiple vessels accused of breaching restrictions on maritime traffic linked to Iran.
20:46 (IST) May 30
Israel-Iran War: Lebanon leaders step up efforts to halt Israeli demolitions
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun and Prime Minister Nawaf Salam discussed the deteriorating situation in southern Lebanon and agreed to intensify diplomatic contacts aimed at stopping Israeli demolition operations, evacuation warnings and the destruction of homes and historical sites.
20:32 (IST) May 30
Israel-Iran War: More families flee to Tyre as displacement crisis deepens
Hundreds of displaced Lebanese civilians have sought refuge in the southern city of Tyre amid intensified Israeli strikes elsewhere in the south. With shelters reportedly full, many families have been forced to sleep in vehicles, temporary tents and businesses.
20:13 (IST) May 30
Israel-Iran War: One killed, another wounded in Israeli strike on south Lebanon
An Israeli air strike on the municipality of al-Loubiyah in Lebanon's Sidon district has killed one person and injured another, according to Lebanon's state-run National News Agency (NNA).
The latest attack comes amid escalating hostilities on the Lebanon front, where cross-border exchanges between Israeli forces and Hezbollah have intensified despite ongoing efforts to secure a wider regional ceasefire.
The latest attack comes amid escalating hostilities on the Lebanon front, where cross-border exchanges between Israeli forces and Hezbollah have intensified despite ongoing efforts to secure a wider regional ceasefire.
19:48 (IST) May 30
Israel-Iran War: Israeli military says it struck Hezbollah artillery command centre
The Israeli military said it carried out a strike on a Hezbollah artillery command centre in the al-Shuwaya area of southern Lebanon after identifying Hezbollah fighters operating at the site.
The army claimed the facility was being used for artillery-related activities, as fighting continues to intensify along the Lebanon-Israel border despite ongoing diplomatic efforts to secure a broader regional ceasefire.
The army claimed the facility was being used for artillery-related activities, as fighting continues to intensify along the Lebanon-Israel border despite ongoing diplomatic efforts to secure a broader regional ceasefire.
19:38 (IST) May 30
Israel-Iran War: Lebanon reports death toll from conflict rises above 3,350
Lebanon's health ministry said at least 3,355 people have been killed since fighting escalated in early March.
The updated toll comes after a series of Israeli strikes across southern Lebanon, including attacks that reportedly killed 11 people in Tyre on Friday.
The updated toll comes after a series of Israeli strikes across southern Lebanon, including attacks that reportedly killed 11 people in Tyre on Friday.
19:14 (IST) May 30
US-Iran War: Oman warns of suspected naval mine in Strait of Hormuz
Oman’s Maritime Security Centre said it has detected a floating object suspected to be a naval mine in the Strait of Hormuz, west of the Inshore Traffic Zone within Omani territorial waters.
Authorities urged fishermen, mariners and commercial vessels to exercise extreme caution, avoid approaching suspicious objects and immediately report any sightings to relevant authorities. The warning comes amid ongoing tensions surrounding security and navigation in the strategic waterway.
Authorities urged fishermen, mariners and commercial vessels to exercise extreme caution, avoid approaching suspicious objects and immediately report any sightings to relevant authorities. The warning comes amid ongoing tensions surrounding security and navigation in the strategic waterway.
18:51 (IST) May 30
Israel-Iran War: Israeli army reports fresh rocket barrage from Lebanon
Around 10 rockets were launched from Lebanon towards northern Israel, according to reports from the ground cited by Al Jazeera.
The Israeli military confirmed that air raid sirens were activated across the Western Galilee region following the attack.
There was no immediate information on casualties or damage from the latest cross-border rocket fire.
The Israeli military confirmed that air raid sirens were activated across the Western Galilee region following the attack.
There was no immediate information on casualties or damage from the latest cross-border rocket fire.
18:38 (IST) May 30
Israel-Iran War: Israeli drone strike seriously injures two Lebanese soldiers in Nabatieh
The Lebanese army said two of its soldiers were seriously wounded after an Israeli drone targeted their vehicle on a public road in Nabatieh, southern Lebanon. In a post on X, the army said the injured soldiers were transferred to hospital for treatment.
The incident comes amid escalating hostilities and continued clashes along the Lebanon-Israel front.
The incident comes amid escalating hostilities and continued clashes along the Lebanon-Israel front.
18:14 (IST) May 30
US-Iran War: IRGC says 20 ships transited Strait of Hormuz in past 24 hours
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) navy said 20 vessels passed through the Strait of Hormuz over the last 24 hours under Iranian coordination, according to Fars news agency.
The update comes as negotiations over the future of the strategic waterway continue amid efforts to secure a broader agreement between Tehran and Washington.
The update comes as negotiations over the future of the strategic waterway continue amid efforts to secure a broader agreement between Tehran and Washington.
17:58 (IST) May 30
Israel-Iran War: Israeli military says drone from Lebanon intercepted near border
The Israeli military said it intercepted an “unmanned aircraft” that crossed into Israeli territory from Lebanon.
In a post on X, the army said another “suspicious aerial target” fell near the Lebanon border, triggering rocket and missile alerts over concerns about falling interception debris. No casualties were reported in the incident.
In a post on X, the army said another “suspicious aerial target” fell near the Lebanon border, triggering rocket and missile alerts over concerns about falling interception debris. No casualties were reported in the incident.
17:57 (IST) May 30
Middle East Crisis: Hegeth describes Israel-Lebanon security talks as productive
US defence secretary Pete Hegseth said Washington is in a “good place” to reach an agreement with Iran to end the war, describing ongoing negotiations as “productive”.
Speaking in Singapore, Hegseth stressed that President Donald Trump would only approve a deal if he believes it serves US interests and global security. He also said Iran is fully aware of the steps it must take for an agreement to be finalised.
17:42 (IST) May 30
Israel-Iran War: Hezbollah says it struck military base in northern Israel
Hezbollah claimed it launched rockets at an Israeli military base in northern Israel as fighting along the border continues.
The group said the attack was part of its response to ongoing Israeli military operations in southern Lebanon.
The group said the attack was part of its response to ongoing Israeli military operations in southern Lebanon.
17:23 (IST) May 30
Israel-Iran War: Lebanese president urges ceasefire in call with Rubio
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun told US Secretary of State Marco Rubio that achieving a ceasefire remains the top priority.
According to Aoun's office, he called for intensified efforts to halt hostilities as violence continues across southern Lebanon.
According to Aoun's office, he called for intensified efforts to halt hostilities as violence continues across southern Lebanon.
16:59 (IST) May 30
US-Iran War: Lebanon ceasefire talks set for fourth round in Washington
Israeli and Lebanese delegations are expected to hold a fourth round of US-brokered talks in Washington next week.
The negotiations are running alongside broader diplomatic efforts to secure a deal between Washington and Tehran and end the wider regional conflict.
The negotiations are running alongside broader diplomatic efforts to secure a deal between Washington and Tehran and end the wider regional conflict.
16:42 (IST) May 30
Israel-Iran War: Netanyahu says Israeli forces have pushed deeper into Lebanon
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israeli troops have advanced beyond the Litani River and moved onto key high ground inside Lebanon.
He said Israeli forces were "hitting Hezbollah head on" as military operations intensify along the northern front.
He said Israeli forces were "hitting Hezbollah head on" as military operations intensify along the northern front.
16:25 (IST) May 30
Israel-Iran War: Israel orders evacuations in seven south Lebanon villages
The Israeli military issued fresh evacuation warnings for residents of seven villages in southern Lebanon on Saturday, including areas near Nabatieh, as operations against Hezbollah continue to expand.
The warnings come ahead of a new round of US-mediated negotiations aimed at securing a ceasefire.
The warnings come ahead of a new round of US-mediated negotiations aimed at securing a ceasefire.
15:39 (IST) May 30
Israel-Iran War: Rockets fired from Lebanon towards northern Israel
Rockets were launched from Lebanon towards Israel’s Upper Galilee region, according to reports from the ground. The Israeli military confirmed the attack, saying air raid sirens were activated across parts of northern Israel and that the incoming projectiles were intercepted.
Authorities have not reported any casualties or damage following the launch.
Authorities have not reported any casualties or damage following the launch.
15:33 (IST) May 30
Israel-Iran War: Hezbollah claims missile strike on Meron Air Control Base
Hezbollah says it launched a missile attack targeting the air traffic control unit at Israel’s Meron Base, a key Israeli Air Force surveillance and command facility located on Mount Meron near the Lebanese border.
The group said the strike targeted the strategic site in northern Israel, about 8km from Lebanon. The claim comes shortly after Hezbollah reported launching rockets overnight towards the northern Israeli town of Kiryat Shmona.
The group said the strike targeted the strategic site in northern Israel, about 8km from Lebanon. The claim comes shortly after Hezbollah reported launching rockets overnight towards the northern Israeli town of Kiryat Shmona.
15:27 (IST) May 30
US-Iran War: Iranian missile debris damages US drones at Kuwait air base
Debris from an Iranian Fateh-110 ballistic missile struck Kuwait’s Ali Al Salem Air Base after Kuwaiti air defences intercepted the projectile, according to a source familiar with the incident, as cited by Bloomberg.
Several Americans reportedly suffered minor injuries, while two MQ-9 Reaper strike drones sustained significant damage. The incident comes amid heightened tensions and ongoing negotiations over a possible extension of the fragile US-Iran ceasefire.
Several Americans reportedly suffered minor injuries, while two MQ-9 Reaper strike drones sustained significant damage. The incident comes amid heightened tensions and ongoing negotiations over a possible extension of the fragile US-Iran ceasefire.
14:50 (IST) May 30
Hezbollah claims ambush of Israeli soldiers in Lebanon, rocket attacks on northern Israel
Hezbollah announced that it launched an operation at dawn on Saturday involving an ambush on a group of Israeli soldiers who attempted to advance towards Ghandouriyeh in southern Lebanon's Nabatieh district.
The group said it detonated explosive devices at the Israeli forces and shelled them with rockets. The ambush resulted in injuries among Israeli soldiers, according to Hezbollah, who said the forces were withdrawn under cover of heavy smoke before the area was bombed from the air and by artillery fire.
In retaliation for Israeli attacks, Hezbollah also launched several rockets on northern Israel, specifically at the settlement of Kiryat Shmona, Israel's northernmost city. Israeli media reported that sirens were heard throughout the night and that several rockets were intercepted, according to local outlet Ynet.
Hezbollah also claimed it struck down an Israeli Hermes 450 drone over the town of Zotar al-Sharqiya with a surface-to-air missile.
14:36 (IST) May 30
Iran supreme leader's adviser accuses Trump of 'betraying diplomacy' over naval blockade, excessive demands
An adviser to Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has accused President Donald Trump of "betraying diplomacy" by continuing the US naval blockade and making what he called excessive demands in negotiations.
"The US president is betraying diplomacy for the third time," Mohsen Rezaei wrote on X.
He said Trump's continuation of the naval blockade and his demands at the negotiating table showed he was not serious about diplomacy and was pursuing other objectives.
"The US president is betraying diplomacy for the third time," Mohsen Rezaei wrote on X.
He said Trump's continuation of the naval blockade and his demands at the negotiating table showed he was not serious about diplomacy and was pursuing other objectives.
13:38 (IST) May 30
Three killed, over a dozen wounded in Israeli air strikes on southern Lebanon
Three people have been killed and over a dozen injured in Israeli air strikes on southern Lebanon early Saturday, as attacks escalate across the region, Lebanon's state-run National News Agency (NNA) reported.
Two of the dead were identified as a father and son — Zuhair Ahmad Hashim and his son Ali — who were killed in an air strike on their home in the Al-Marj neighbourhood of Ansar, north of Tyre. Seven other family members were also injured.
Israeli forces also carried out an air strike on the Sharifa-Habbouch-Nabatieh road, killing one civilian and leaving another in critical condition. An air strike on the road leading to the Nabih Berri Governmental Hospital in Nabatieh injured three people.
At around 8:15 am local time, the town of Ansar was hit by an air strike that destroyed the al-Khalil shopping centre in the town centre. At 9:30 am, the town of Zabadini was hit by a series of Israeli air strikes.
Two of the dead were identified as a father and son — Zuhair Ahmad Hashim and his son Ali — who were killed in an air strike on their home in the Al-Marj neighbourhood of Ansar, north of Tyre. Seven other family members were also injured.
Israeli forces also carried out an air strike on the Sharifa-Habbouch-Nabatieh road, killing one civilian and leaving another in critical condition. An air strike on the road leading to the Nabih Berri Governmental Hospital in Nabatieh injured three people.
At around 8:15 am local time, the town of Ansar was hit by an air strike that destroyed the al-Khalil shopping centre in the town centre. At 9:30 am, the town of Zabadini was hit by a series of Israeli air strikes.
12:52 (IST) May 30
Russia, China to get 'special treatment' for Hormuz passage, says Iranian parliamentary committee head
Russia and China will enjoy special terms for passage through the Strait of Hormuz, the head of the Iranian parliament's National Security and Foreign Policy Committee has said.
"Strategic states, including China and Russia, will continue to enjoy special treatment and favorable conditions in matters related to the Strait of Hormuz," Ebrahim Azizi told Sputnik.
Azizi added that, at the current stage, there is no discussion on the issue of removing enriched uranium from Iran.
"Strategic states, including China and Russia, will continue to enjoy special treatment and favorable conditions in matters related to the Strait of Hormuz," Ebrahim Azizi told Sputnik.
Azizi added that, at the current stage, there is no discussion on the issue of removing enriched uranium from Iran.
12:28 (IST) May 30
Israel issues forced displacement orders for three south Lebanon towns as ground forces push deeper
The Israeli military has issued a new forced displacement order for residents of three towns and villages in southern Lebanon — Mayfadoun, Choukine, and Zebdine in the Nabatieh district.
In a post on X, the Israeli military warned all residents to "evacuate your homes immediately and move north of the Zahrani River," approximately 40 kilometres (25 miles) from Lebanon's border with Israel.
Despite a ceasefire currently in effect in Lebanon, Israel continues to intensify its artillery and air attacks as Israeli ground forces push further into the country, beyond south Lebanon's Litani River.
In a post on X, the Israeli military warned all residents to "evacuate your homes immediately and move north of the Zahrani River," approximately 40 kilometres (25 miles) from Lebanon's border with Israel.
Despite a ceasefire currently in effect in Lebanon, Israel continues to intensify its artillery and air attacks as Israeli ground forces push further into the country, beyond south Lebanon's Litani River.
10:11 (IST) May 30
'More than capable' of resuming war with Iran: Pentagon chief Hegseth warns
The United States has more than sufficient stockpiles of weapons and is "more than capable" of resuming its war on Iran if needed, Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth said at the Shangri-La Dialogue security summit in Singapore.
"Our ability to recommence if necessary is that we are more than capable; our stockpiles are more than suited for that, both there and around the globe, because of how we balance exquisite and more plentiful munitions," Hegseth said.
The warning came as the US and Iran continue negotiations to end their three-month conflict, with President Donald Trump saying a deal is "close" but not yet finalised.
"Our ability to recommence if necessary is that we are more than capable; our stockpiles are more than suited for that, both there and around the globe, because of how we balance exquisite and more plentiful munitions," Hegseth said.
The warning came as the US and Iran continue negotiations to end their three-month conflict, with President Donald Trump saying a deal is "close" but not yet finalised.
10:01 (IST) May 30
Israeli military intercepts launch from Lebanon, destroys Hezbollah rocket launcher
The Israeli military said it intercepted a "launch" that crossed into northern Israel from neighbouring Lebanon, though it did not specify whether the projectile was a rocket or drone.
Air raid sirens were activated across several areas in Israel's north following the attack. The military did not say whether any damage or casualties resulted.
In a separate statement, the military said its forces destroyed a Hezbollah launcher overnight after rockets were fired towards northern Israel.
Air raid sirens were activated across several areas in Israel's north following the attack. The military did not say whether any damage or casualties resulted.
In a separate statement, the military said its forces destroyed a Hezbollah launcher overnight after rockets were fired towards northern Israel.
09:24 (IST) May 30
Iran denies ceasefire deal with US is “finalised”
Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei has confirmed that no agreement with the US has been “finalised” yet.
“Other points have been mentioned, like the nuclear issue. I emphasise, we are focused on the end of war at this point and are not discussing the details of the nuclear plan,” he said.
“Other points have been mentioned, like the nuclear issue. I emphasise, we are focused on the end of war at this point and are not discussing the details of the nuclear plan,” he said.
09:13 (IST) May 30
Pakistan's Ishaq Dar in Washington for talks as speculation grows over Iran mediation role
Pakistan's Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar arrived in Washington for high-level talks with US officials as speculation swirled over Islamabad's possible role in Iran peace diplomacy and its long-standing stance on Israel.
During a public appearance with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Dar ignored a reporter's question on whether Pakistan would recognise Israel, fueling fresh debate over Islamabad's strategic calculations.
The visit came as President Donald Trump issued new conditions for a possible Iran deal, including reopening the Strait of Hormuz and limiting Tehran's nuclear programme.
Reports also suggest Washington is exploring indirect financial mechanisms to support any future agreement with Iran.
During a public appearance with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Dar ignored a reporter's question on whether Pakistan would recognise Israel, fueling fresh debate over Islamabad's strategic calculations.
The visit came as President Donald Trump issued new conditions for a possible Iran deal, including reopening the Strait of Hormuz and limiting Tehran's nuclear programme.
Reports also suggest Washington is exploring indirect financial mechanisms to support any future agreement with Iran.
08:53 (IST) May 30
Air raid sirens activated across northern Israel
The Israeli military reports that air attack sirens have been activated across multiple locations in northern Israel, the third time in just a few hours.
08:10 (IST) May 30
UAE's hidden role: Carried out strikes on Iran with US, Israel intel even after ceasefire – report
The UAE had a deeper role in the Iran conflict than previously known, carrying out strikes on Iranian targets even after the April ceasefire, according to a Wall Street Journal report.
The attacks, coordinated with the US and Israel, targeted Qeshm and Abu Musa islands, Bandar Abbas, and key energy facilities. The UAE faced over 2,800 Iranian missiles and drones — more than any other country including Israel.
The strikes exposed Saudi-UAE divisions, with Riyadh complaining that Emirati actions risked Iranian retaliation against regional energy facilities.
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08:02 (IST) May 30
US military says forces ‘remain present and vigilant’ in the Middle East
07:43 (IST) May 30
Israeli military says projectile from Lebanon lands in Israel’s north
The Israeli military claims to have shot down several projectiles fired from Lebanon towards Israel. One other projectile fell in the Kiryat Shmona area in northern Israel, with “no casualties”, according to the military.
07:15 (IST) May 30
Hegseth says US committed to blocking Iran from getting a ‘nuclear weapon’
US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth said that Washington remains committed to its international security priorities, explicitly declaring that “we still have global obligations to ensure that, say, Iran doesn’t get a nuclear weapon”.
Hegseth made the remark during the Shangri-La Dialogue security summit in Singapore.
Hegseth made the remark during the Shangri-La Dialogue security summit in Singapore.
06:58 (IST) May 30
'Era of US subsidising wealthy nations is over': Pentagon chief warns against hegemony in Asia-Pacific as Iran war dominates Washington's focus
US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth warned that "no state, including China, can impose hegemony" in the Asia-Pacific, as he addressed the Shangri-La Dialogue security summit on Saturday amid concerns that Washington's war with Iran has diverted attention from the region.
"The era of US subsidising wealthy nations is over," Hegseth said, adding that "a Pacific dominated by any hegemony would unravel" the regional balance of power.
He emphasised that the US remains committed to maintaining a free and open Asia-Pacific region, an issue that has taken a backseat as the US-Iran war has dominated Washington's focus for months.
Despite the strong rhetoric, Hegseth said relations between the US and China are better than they have been in many years under President Donald Trump.
"We are meeting more frequently with our Chinese counterparts by maintaining open lines of military-to-military communication," he said, adding that the US insists "China respects our longstanding position in the region." Reported by Al Jazeera
"The era of US subsidising wealthy nations is over," Hegseth said, adding that "a Pacific dominated by any hegemony would unravel" the regional balance of power.
He emphasised that the US remains committed to maintaining a free and open Asia-Pacific region, an issue that has taken a backseat as the US-Iran war has dominated Washington's focus for months.
Despite the strong rhetoric, Hegseth said relations between the US and China are better than they have been in many years under President Donald Trump.
"We are meeting more frequently with our Chinese counterparts by maintaining open lines of military-to-military communication," he said, adding that the US insists "China respects our longstanding position in the region." Reported by Al Jazeera
06:08 (IST) May 30
Iran's Strait of Hormuz authority rejects US sanctions, vows uninterrupted operations
Iran's Persian Gulf Strait Authority (PGSA) has condemned newly imposed US sanctions and said it will continue managing vessel traffic through the Strait of Hormuz "without interruption."
The response came after the US Treasury Department sanctioned the authority, accusing it of working with Iran's Revolutionary Guards to control shipping through the strategic waterway and impose illegitimate fees on commercial vessels.
In a post on X, the PGSA said Washington would not gain control of the Strait of Hormuz through sanctions after failing to do so through warfare and diplomacy, and vowed to continue issuing passage permits to "non-hostile" vessels.
The response came after the US Treasury Department sanctioned the authority, accusing it of working with Iran's Revolutionary Guards to control shipping through the strategic waterway and impose illegitimate fees on commercial vessels.
In a post on X, the PGSA said Washington would not gain control of the Strait of Hormuz through sanctions after failing to do so through warfare and diplomacy, and vowed to continue issuing passage permits to "non-hostile" vessels.
06:06 (IST) May 30
Israeli troops push deeper into Lebanon as military talks begin in Washington
Israeli forces entered the southern Lebanese village of Dibbine on Friday and carried out airstrikes that killed at least six people, as Israeli and Lebanese military officials held rare direct talks at the Pentagon aimed at addressing the ongoing conflict.
The discussions, the first direct military talks between the two countries in decades, focused on regional security and efforts to strengthen a fragile ceasefire, even as fighting continued in southern Lebanon. Hezbollah claimed attacks on Israeli troops in the area, while Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israeli forces had crossed the Litani River and advanced further into Lebanese territory.
The discussions, the first direct military talks between the two countries in decades, focused on regional security and efforts to strengthen a fragile ceasefire, even as fighting continued in southern Lebanon. Hezbollah claimed attacks on Israeli troops in the area, while Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israeli forces had crossed the Litani River and advanced further into Lebanese territory.
06:05 (IST) May 30
Hezbollah claims 22 attacks on Israeli troops, military positions
Hezbollah said it carried out 22 military operations against Israeli forces on Friday, targeting troops, armoured vehicles and military infrastructure across southern Lebanon, according to a report by Al Jazeera.
The Iran-backed group claimed its fighters used rockets, artillery fire, explosive devices, guided missiles and "Ababil" attack drones during the operations.
Among the reported targets were six Israeli Merkava tanks, a military bulldozer, technical equipment and an Iron Dome launcher at the Ras an-Naqoura military site. Hezbollah said the attacks were carried out in several locations, including Haddatha, Yohmor al-Shaqif, Biyyada, Naqoura and the Khirbet Ma'ar area.
The Iran-backed group claimed its fighters used rockets, artillery fire, explosive devices, guided missiles and "Ababil" attack drones during the operations.
Among the reported targets were six Israeli Merkava tanks, a military bulldozer, technical equipment and an Iron Dome launcher at the Ras an-Naqoura military site. Hezbollah said the attacks were carried out in several locations, including Haddatha, Yohmor al-Shaqif, Biyyada, Naqoura and the Khirbet Ma'ar area.
06:04 (IST) May 30
Trump will accept only Iran deal that meets his red lines: White House official after 2-hour meeting
President Donald Trump has yet to approve a proposed agreement with Iran following a meeting in the White House Situation Room, with a White House official saying any deal must satisfy the US president's conditions.Trump spent about two hours in the White House Situation Room on Friday reviewing a potential framework aimed at ending the conflict, but no final decision emerged from the meeting. Following the talks, a White House official said, "President Trump will only make a deal that is good for America and satisfies his red lines," as quoted by AFP.
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US hails 'productive' talks between Israel, Lebanon military officials
Military officials from Israel and Lebanon held "productive" talks in Washington on Friday, a US official said, adding that the meeting will complement upcoming diplomatic discussions.
"Today at the Pentagon, I hosted military delegations from Israel and Lebanon for the security track supporting the ongoing peace talks between their two countries," Elbridge Colby, the Pentagon's second-in-command, said on X.
"We held productive military-to-military discussions which will inform the Department of State-led political track next week," he said.
"Today at the Pentagon, I hosted military delegations from Israel and Lebanon for the security track supporting the ongoing peace talks between their two countries," Elbridge Colby, the Pentagon's second-in-command, said on X.
"We held productive military-to-military discussions which will inform the Department of State-led political track next week," he said.
President Donald Trump has yet to approve a potential agreement with Iran after a two-hour meeting in the White House Situation Room, with a White House official saying any deal must satisfy the US president's "red lines." The official added that "Iran can never possess a nuclear weapon," signalling that key differences remain despite ongoing diplomatic efforts.
Meanwhile, Iran's newly established Persian Gulf Strait Authority (PGSA) rejected fresh US sanctions and vowed to continue managing vessel traffic through the Strait of Hormuz "without interruption." Tehran accused Washington of trying to gain control over the strategic waterway through sanctions after failing to do so through warfare and diplomacy. The US Treasury Department sanctioned the authority, alleging it works with Iran's Revolutionary Guards to control shipping and collect illegitimate fees from commercial vessels.
Elsewhere in the region, military delegations from Israel and Lebanon held rare talks at the Pentagon on Friday. US officials described the discussions as "productive," saying they would support broader political negotiations scheduled for next week.
On the ground, fighting continued in southern Lebanon. Hezbollah claimed responsibility for 22 military operations against Israeli forces, saying it targeted troops, armoured vehicles and military infrastructure using rockets, artillery, guided missiles and attack drones. The group said six Merkava tanks, an Iron Dome launcher and other military assets were among the targets in attacks across several locations in southern Lebanon.
Meanwhile, Iran's newly established Persian Gulf Strait Authority (PGSA) rejected fresh US sanctions and vowed to continue managing vessel traffic through the Strait of Hormuz "without interruption." Tehran accused Washington of trying to gain control over the strategic waterway through sanctions after failing to do so through warfare and diplomacy. The US Treasury Department sanctioned the authority, alleging it works with Iran's Revolutionary Guards to control shipping and collect illegitimate fees from commercial vessels.
Elsewhere in the region, military delegations from Israel and Lebanon held rare talks at the Pentagon on Friday. US officials described the discussions as "productive," saying they would support broader political negotiations scheduled for next week.
On the ground, fighting continued in southern Lebanon. Hezbollah claimed responsibility for 22 military operations against Israeli forces, saying it targeted troops, armoured vehicles and military infrastructure using rockets, artillery, guided missiles and attack drones. The group said six Merkava tanks, an Iron Dome launcher and other military assets were among the targets in attacks across several locations in southern Lebanon.
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