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The US has reportedly agreed to unfreeze Iranian assets held in Qatar and other countries, linking the move to Strait of Hormuz security and ongoing talks.

Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei is recovering from severe injuries after an airstrike killed his father, as questions grow over his ability to lead.

Israel and Lebanon's ambassadors to the US will meet next Tuesday in Washington to engage in direct talks, while Israel's deadly attacks continue

A drone crashed near US diplomats at Baghdad airport during an escort for freed American journalist Shelly Kittleson, as Washington condemns escalating attacks.

China is set to join Pakistan-hosted US-Iran talks, as Islamabad presses Tehran to drop preconditions and engage in negotiations.

US and Iranian officials have held face-to-face talks in Pakistan, the most significant diplomatic engagement since 1979.

Israel "agreed to begin formal peace negotiations" with the Lebanese government, with which it has no diplomatic relations, Israel's envoy to the US has said.

US President Donald Trump's 'Board of Peace' has only received money from three of its donors, according to sources, with funds currently under $1 billion.

Haaretz reported Shin Bet chief David Zini has downplayed attacks on Palestinians as “friction”, as former Israeli security leaders warn of settler violence.

Syria’s Foreign Minister backs Hezbollah disarmament, condemns Israel’s Lebanon strikes and blames Iran for devastation in Syria.