Real-time coverage of developments across the Middle East
Israel's Ministry of Defense has approved a multi-billion-dollar agreement to acquire two squadrons of fighter jets from the United States, including F-35s from Lockheed Martin and F-15IA aircraft from Boeing.
A senior Iranian lawmaker stated that Iran plans to levy tolls for maritime services in the Strait of Hormuz, pending approval from the country's leadership and the armed forces.
The United States and Israel have rejected a joint proposal from Palestinian factions, including Hamas, that sought to link the group's disarmament to the establishment of a Palestinian state and security guarantees.
An Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson stated that the country's proposal to end its war of aggression, relayed to the United States via Pakistan, does not include any nuclear-related issues.
Israel's military radio reports that Israeli forces now control 59% of the Gaza Strip, an increase from the 53% held prior to the October 2025 ceasefire.
An Israeli court has ordered the continued detention of activists Saif Abu Keshek and Thiago Avila, who were intercepted while attempting to breach the blockade of Gaza. Their legal counsel has challenged the court's jurisdiction and alleged the activists were subjected to violent abduction.
Iran's Revolutionary Guards stated that the United States faces a choice between a military operation or a deal with Tehran, following President Donald Trump's skepticism regarding Iran's proposal to end the conflict within 30 days.
The Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson stated that the United States has provided a response to Iran's 14-point plan via Pakistani intermediaries, and that Iranian officials are currently reviewing the document.
Israeli forces conducted two airstrikes on the town of Zrarieh in the Nabatieh district of southern Lebanon.
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated that Iran may begin capping its oil wells as early as next week due to storage facilities reaching capacity amid a US naval blockade.
The Israeli military reported launching interceptor missiles at suspicious aerial targets in an area where its forces are operating in southern Lebanon.
Hezbollah announced it launched a missile attack targeting a gathering of Israeli military forces near a school in the town of Houla, southern Lebanon.
The Israeli military reported that it intercepted one rocket fired by Hezbollah toward the Upper Galilee, while a second projectile landed in an open area.
The United States government reports it has redirected a 49th vessel away from Iranian ports as part of an ongoing naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz that began on April 13.
The British Maritime Trade Operations Authority reports that all crew members are safe following an attack on a vessel west of Sirik, Iran, with no environmental damage observed.
Iran has reportedly modified its diplomatic position, now focusing its demands on the cessation of United States military buildup in the surrounding region.
Iran has submitted a new proposal to President Donald Trump containing concessions regarding ongoing diplomatic matters.
The British Maritime Authority reports that a cargo ship captain was attacked by small boats southwest of Iran.
Iran has reached an agreement to limit its uranium enrichment rate to 3.5% and initiate a gradual disposal process for its existing uranium stockpiles.
Iran has reached an agreement to gradually reopen the Strait of Hormuz, contingent upon the lifting of the current blockade.
Iran has reportedly modified its diplomatic position, agreeing to include its nuclear program in ongoing negotiations.
The Lebanese Ministry of Health reports that 2,679 people have been killed and 8,229 injured in Lebanon since the start of Israeli military operations on March 2.
The US Army reports that 49 ships have been diverted from their original routes since the beginning of the siege on Iran.
The Israeli military reported the destruction of eight underground tunnels along the 'Yellow Line' and the killing of dozens of militants in the northern Gaza Strip over the past two months.
The Kuwaiti Ministry of Defense announced that the country's armed forces successfully thwarted a maritime infiltration attempt into territorial waters on Saturday morning, involving four individuals.
Iran is set to begin the first phase of reopening the Strait of Hormuz, assuming responsibility for mine clearance operations with potential American support.
Hezbollah announced it targeted a gathering of Israeli military forces near Maroun al-Ras in the town of Al-Qantara using rocket fire.
An advisor to Iran's Supreme Leader stated that U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened the nation with famine, while asserting that Iran maintains control over food security and fertilizer supplies in the Strait of Hormuz.
Rescuers are clearing rubble in the southern Lebanese town of Habboush following Israeli airstrikes that occurred one hour after evacuation orders were issued for alleged Hezbollah targets.
The Israeli Employment Service reports that unemployment in Israel has reached 16%, with nearly one million people currently out of work amid ongoing conflicts.