Things are heating up in the Middle East, and the stakes have never been higher. Iran is making it very clear: if there is to be any agreement with the United States, it has to include a total end to attacks on all fronts—with a massive focus on Lebanon. 🌍⚡
The "Unbreakable" Bond 🤝
Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf recently had a phone call with his Lebanese counterpart, Nabih Berri. During the chat, Qalibaf stressed that Israel must stop its attacks on Lebanon immediately. He highlighted that Hezbollah and the Amal Movement are defending not just their own home, but the wider Muslim world. According to Qalibaf, the bond between Iran and Lebanon is simply "unbreakable."
Military Warnings and High Tension ⚠️
It's not just diplomatic talk. Iran's main military command, the Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters, sent a stern warning to Israel against bombing Beirut and the southern district of Dahieh. They even warned residents in northern Israel and settlers in the occupied Palestinian territories to evacuate if the attacks don't stop.
The "Broken" Truce? 📉
Iran's Foreign Ministry is also weighing in, pointing to "flagrant violations" of an April ceasefire by both the US and Israel. They claim the US has repeatedly attacked Iranian shipping, while Israel has ignored Lebanon's national sovereignty and territorial integrity.
The Israeli Response and the US Pivot 🛑
On the other side, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Israel Katz weren't holding back. They ordered military strikes on Beirut's southern suburbs, citing "violations" by Hezbollah. However, in a dramatic twist, Kan TV News reported that the Israeli cabinet postponed the attack after the US stepped in to intervene.
With a delicate balance of power and a lot of tension, the world is watching to see if a real ceasefire can actually happen. Stay tuned! ✨
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Iran's parliament speaker: Deal must include Lebanon ceasefire
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