Real-time coverage of developments across the Middle East
A convoy of 70 Iraqi crude oil tankers has crossed into Syria via the al-Yarubiyah border crossing, marking the first such export through this route in 14 years, according to SANA.
Iran has submitted a modified response containing 14 items in reply to demands from the United States.
Iran has called for the resolution of key issues within 30 days and is shifting its focus from a temporary truce to a complete end to multi-front hostilities, including those in Lebanon.
Iranian officials have stated that negotiations regarding the country's nuclear program are suspended until a permanent ceasefire is established.
Iran has reportedly proposed a one-month deadline for negotiations aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz, ending the U.S. naval blockade, and concluding conflicts in Iran and Lebanon.
US President Donald Trump characterized the ongoing naval blockade of Iranian ports as 'very friendly' while signaling he will review a proposed Iranian plan to end the conflict, despite expressing skepticism regarding its terms.
The Israeli military has demolished a monastery and a school operated by the Sisters of the Holy Savior in the town of Yaroun, southern Lebanon.
Jordanian military aircraft conducted airstrikes against suspected drug smuggling operations near the Syrian border.
Admiral Cooper has arrived in the Middle East with military forces following a briefing with President Trump regarding potential action against Iran.
Syria is receiving hundreds of Iraqi oil trucks at the Baniyas port as an alternative energy route, bypassing disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz caused by the ongoing conflict involving the United States, Israel, and Iran.
The Israeli military reported 41 deaths and 11 injuries in Lebanon over the past 24 hours, bringing the total death toll since March 2 to over 2,650.
The Israeli military reported that its forces killed three individuals who approached soldiers near the Yellow Line in southern Gaza today.
TankerTrackers reports that Kuwait exported zero barrels of crude oil in April 2026, marking the first time such an occurrence has been recorded since the Persian Gulf War.
The Israeli military has conducted artillery shelling targeting the outskirts of Kodna town and the eastern Tel Ahmar area in the Quneitra countryside of southern Syria, according to the Syrian News Agency.
Israeli Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi held discussions with the commander of U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) regarding potential military operations.
Israeli Broadcasting Authority reports that the mini-ministerial council will convene for a meeting, possibly tomorrow, to discuss resuming combat in Gaza.
The Israeli Broadcasting Authority reports that Hamas is failing to comply with disarmament agreements, prompting ongoing discussions with mediators.
Flotilla activists Thiago de Avila and Saif Abukeshek, detained by Israeli naval forces on April 30, are reportedly being held in stress positions and interrogated by Shin Bet. Both activists are currently on a hunger strike and are scheduled to appear in court on May 3.
The Trump administration has authorized over $8.6 billion in emergency arms sales to Middle Eastern partners as diplomatic efforts to resolve the U.S.-Iran conflict remain stalled.
Iran has drafted legislation to regulate the Strait of Hormuz, proposing to bar ships linked to Israel and restrict vessels from countries deemed hostile by Tehran.
The Qatari Prime Minister warned Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi that using the Strait of Hormuz as a pressure tactic would exacerbate the ongoing regional crisis.
Lebanon's army chief and the head of the ceasefire monitoring committee held an extraordinary meeting in Beirut to discuss the security situation, according to a statement.
Israeli aircraft are conducting heavy bombardment operations in the town of Zawtar, located in southern Lebanon.
The US Central Command reports that 48 vessels have been redirected from Iranian ports over the last 20 days to enforce a blockade.
The European Parliament has voted to freeze funding for the Palestinian education sector, citing concerns over the content of school curricula. The measure passed with 443 votes, though the Palestinian Authority maintains that it has already implemented curriculum amendments in response to previous European requirements.
Two Israeli raids on the town of Zibdine in the Nabatieh District, southern Lebanon
Israel conducted multiple airstrikes in southern Lebanon, resulting in at least 10 reported deaths, according to Al Jazeera English. The strikes follow a ceasefire agreement established two weeks ago.
According to the Palestinian news agency Wafa, medical sources report that seven Palestinians were killed by the Israeli military in Gaza over the past 24 hours.
Lebanon's Ministry of Health reports that the death toll from Israeli attacks has increased to 2,659, with 8,183 people injured.
An Israeli airstrike in the southern Lebanese town of Choukine has resulted in the deaths of three individuals.