U.S. President Donald Trump calls Iraqi Prime Minister-designate Ali al-Zaidi, inviting him to Washington following the formation of the new government.

Iran's president labels a US naval blockade an extension of military operations. The statement marks a formal diplomatic objection to ongoing maritime activities in the region.

The President of Iran has characterized a US naval blockade as an extension of military operations.

Iran Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei says the country will continue to develop its nuclear and ballistic missile programs, rejecting pressure from U.S. President Donald Trump to halt the activities.

Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei stated that Iran will continue to develop its nuclear and ballistic missile capabilities, rejecting pressure from U.S. President Donald Trump to halt these programs.

Israel is reportedly preparing to announce the failure of ongoing negotiations with Iran.

Israel is reportedly preparing to announce that negotiations with Iran have failed.

Lebanese Information Minister says the country has not entered direct negotiations with Israel, stating that discussions remain in the preparatory stage.

Lebanese Information Minister Ziad Makary stated that Lebanon has not entered into direct negotiations with Israel, noting that discussions remain in the preparatory phase.