UNIFIL faces a narrower diplomatic window as Israel-Lebanon talks come under strain
August 15 strikes in southern Lebanon exposed the gap between an incomplete Israel-Lebanon framework and UNIFIL’s December 31, 2026 deadline.
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Iran and Oman Draft Strait of Hormuz Reopening Plan as Regional Conflict Strains Shipping
Iran said on Aug. 4 that it and Oman were in the final stage of drafting an agreement concerning the Strait of Hormuz, while violence continued across the region.
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Israel Strikes Southern Lebanon on August 5 as Netanyahu Holds Gaza Line and Iran-Oman Hormuz Talks Continue
Israel struck southern Lebanon on August 5 after accusing Hezbollah of violating a ceasefire, while Gaza negotiations remained stalled and Iran and Oman worked on a proposed plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
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Iran-Oman Strait of Hormuz Plan Emerges as Israel-Hezbollah Ceasefire Frays in Lebanon
Iran and Oman are reportedly working on a possible plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz as Israel strikes southern Lebanon and warns civilians to evacuate another village.
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Israel-Lebanon Framework Enters Difficult Implementation Talks
Rome talks are testing an Israel-Lebanon framework, but troop positions, Hezbollah disarmament, destruction and civilian safety remain unresolved.
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Residents Return to Southern Lebanon as Framework Faces First Test
Limited returns to southern Lebanon are testing a U.S.-backed framework that links Israeli withdrawals to Lebanese army control and Hezbollah disarmament.