Trump has warned that the US blockade of Iran’s ports would continue until a deal was reached, although Tehran denied that ships from its harbors were being turned back

Iran swiftly reversed course in the Strait of Hormuz, tightening control and signalling continued restrictions unless the US lifts its port blockade. Following Iran's reversal 14 India bound ships were reportedly intercepted and attacked by IGRC.

Iran claims over 3,400 deaths from the recent conflict with the US and Israel, according to the Foundation of Martyrs and Veterans Affairs. The announcement comes in the midst of a two-week ceasefire in the conflict, which erupted in late February with US-Israeli strikes on Tehran.

Israeli and Lebanese officials this week met in Washington for direct talks between two nations, which have technically been at war since 1948.

The Israeli military killed four Lebanese rescue workers and wounded six others in three consecutive, targeted strikes Wednesday, paramedic groups said, a stark illustration of the human cost of the

Israel has escalated its attacks against Hezbollah in Lebanon after the U.S. and Iran announced a tentative ceasefire.

As concerns mount that Israel’s parallel war with Lebanon could jeopardize progress in U.S.-Iran negotiations, here’s what to know about the conflict, its key players, and the steeped history behind the clashes.

“Even if the cease-fire holds, Iran’s most vulnerable people will suffer the long-term consequences of this 40-day conflict.”