New strikes threaten ceasefires in Iran, Lebanon
Recent US strikes in Iran have escalated tensions, with Tehran accusing Washington of violating a ceasefire and threatening retaliation. Meanwhile, Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon have resulted in significant casualties, complicating the fragile truce in the region. Both Iran and the US are engaged in ongoing negotiations for a peace deal, despite the recent violence.
- ▪Tehran accused Washington of breaching their ceasefire and warned of retaliation after US strikes.
- ▪Israeli bombardment in Lebanon killed at least 31 people, including children, threatening the truce there.
- ▪Iran's Revolutionary Guards claimed to have downed a US drone and fired at an F-35 fighter jet.
4 outlets in our directory ran this story, first to last over 5 hours. Coverage spans 2 points on the political spectrum — 2 lean left, 1 centre.
- ▪ Iran-Israel war LIVE: New strikes threaten ceasefires in Iran, Lebanon — The Hindu — Top
- ▪ Middle East Live: New strikes threaten ceasefires in Iran, Lebanon — France 24 (EN)
- ▪ Israel strikes in Lebanon escalate tensions, Iran condemns US actions — Crypto Briefing
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| Publication time | Wed, 27 May 2026 07:04:00 +0800 |
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New strikes threaten ceasefires in Iran, LebanonSign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inboxTehran on May 26 accused Washington of breaching their ceasefire and warned it was ready to retaliate after overnight US strikes.PHOTO: AFPPublished May 27, 2026, 07:04 AMUpdated May 27, 2026, 07:04 AMTEHRAN - Tehran on May 26 accused Washington of breaching their ceasefire and warned it was ready to retaliate after overnight US strikes, while Israeli bombardment in Lebanon left dozens dead, threatening an increasingly fragile truce there.The Brent benchmark oil price jumped up by more than three per cent after US Central Command (CENTCOM) announced the new wave of bombings targeting Iranian missile sites and mine-laying boats, while China urged both sides to respect the truce and to…
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