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Iran live updates: Oil tankers halted in Hormuz after Israeli strikes on Lebanon

President Donald Trump announced "major combat operations" against Iran on Feb. 28, with massive joint U.S.-Israeli strikes. Grouped from 22 articles across 8 sources.

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ABC NewsApr 8, 2026, 6:50 PM

Iran live updates: Oil tankers halted in Hormuz after Israeli strikes on Lebanon

President Donald Trump announced "major combat operations" against Iran on Feb. 28, with massive joint U.S.-Israeli strikes.

Al JazeeraApr 8, 2026, 5:03 PM

Lebanon PM welcomes US-Iran ceasefire as Israeli strikes hit Beirut

Lebanon's PM Nawaf Salam expressed optimism in de-escalation hours after Tehran and Washington struck a ceasefire deal.

Al JazeeraApr 8, 2026, 2:39 PM

Israeli attacks across Lebanon kill at least 254 after Iran-US ceasefire

Israel’s army says it carries out the largest coordinated strike across Lebanon since its renewed war on the country.

DWApr 8, 2026, 12:31 PM

What's next after the US-Iran ceasefire?

The US, Israel and Iran have agreed to cease hostilities for two weeks after Islamabad mediated a temporary truce. The deal is a major achievement for Pakistan, but what comes next is likely to be even more complicated.

Al JazeeraApr 8, 2026, 9:29 AM

Lebanon excluded from ceasefire as Israeli strikes continue

Israel has backed a ceasefire between the US and Iran but made clear it does not extend to Lebanon.

BBC NewsApr 8, 2026, 2:14 PM

What we know about the two-week ceasefire between the US and Iran

The provisional truce comes more than a month after the US and Israel launched coordinated attacks on Iran.

ABC AustraliaApr 8, 2026, 1:39 AM

What we know about the US-Iran ceasefire deal

These are the key moments that lead up to a two-week ceasefire agreement between the US and Iran, and what is on the table to permanently end the fighting.

Al JazeeraApr 8, 2026, 4:23 AM

World welcomes US-Iran ceasefire, urges lasting peace in the Middle East

Countries urge full commitment to two-week ceasefire, praise Pakistan for role in facilitating truce.

Al JazeeraApr 8, 2026, 3:17 AM

Netanyahu says US-Iran ceasefire ‘does not include Lebanon’

Israeli prime minister welcomes US decision to suspend attacks on Iran, but says the truce does not apply to Lebanon.

The Straits TimesApr 8, 2026, 8:10 AM

EU welcomes US-Iran ceasefire, urges efforts to create lasting agreement

It is a step back from the brink and a step closer to peace, say European leaders.

ABC AustraliaApr 8, 2026, 1:54 PM

Hundreds killed in 'barbaric' wave of Israeli strikes in Lebanon

Israeli and Lebanese media are citing the Lebanese Red Cross in reporting the death toll could be as high as 300, with many more injured.

Al JazeeraApr 7, 2026, 9:53 AM

US-Israeli strikes destroy buildings in northern Iran

Video shows widespread destruction in Pardis, northern Iran. The Israeli military said they bombed Iran on April 7.

Al JazeeraApr 8, 2026, 2:18 PM

Lavan refinery blaze continues hours after US-Iran ceasefire agreement

Black plumes of smoke from an oil refinery on Iran’s Lavan Island were seen.

Fox NewsApr 7, 2026, 5:54 PM

China aiding Iran missile program amid US-Israeli strikes, reports say

China is reportedly sending missile fuel materials to Iran to help rebuild its missile program amid continuing U.S.-Israeli strikes aimed against the Tehran regime.

Al JazeeraApr 8, 2026, 8:21 AM

Tehran celebrates as Iran, US agree to two-week ceasefire

Iran hails the pause in hostilities as a 'victory', crediting national unity and patience for the agreement.

Al JazeeraApr 8, 2026, 10:43 AM

Saudi Arabia, UAE, Kuwait, Bahrain report attacks after Iran-US ceasefire

Several strikes reported across the Gulf region hours after the US and Iran announce a ceasefire for two weeks.

The Straits TimesApr 8, 2026, 9:21 AM

Major reaction to news of Iran ceasefire

April 8 - The U.S. and Iran have confirmed a two-week ceasefire following mediation by Pakistan.

Al JazeeraApr 8, 2026, 8:24 AM

GCC, other Middle East nations react to Iran-US ceasefire announcement

Countries in the region welcome the temporary truce and urge negotiations for the war's permanent end.

The Globe and MailApr 8, 2026, 2:12 AM

The U.S.-Iran ceasefire, full of uncertainty, brings relief to both sides

For Iran it may mean an end to the carnage, and for the U.S., a halt to a sharply divisive military campaign

BBC NewsApr 7, 2026, 5:15 PM

Tracking recent US-Israeli strikes on Iranian infrastructure

Attacks have targeted bridges, steel plants and pharmaceutical facilities, verified videos show.

Al JazeeraApr 7, 2026, 6:45 PM

Tehran synagogue destroyed as US-Israeli strikes kill over a dozen

A synagogue in Tehran was struck in a wave of US-Israeli attacks overnight.

Al JazeeraApr 8, 2026, 12:06 AM

White House confirms two-week suspension of strikes on Iran

The White House has confirmed the US has agreed to suspend all bombing and military attacks on Iran for two weeks.

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