US-Iran tensions rise amid deadlocked talks: Iranian media said Tehran had rejected a new US proposal to end the war, saying it did not meet its demands over unfreezing its assets and the payment of compensation. Trump reiterated threats to resume the war earlier today if Iran does not agree to its conditions and re-open the Strait of Hormuz.
Iran announces new authority to control strait: Iran defied demands to re-open the strait, on Monday announcing a new agency - the Persian Gulf Strait Authority - responsible for managing traffic through the waterway. Tehran has insisted it has the right to impose transit fees in the strait and ruled out returning to the pre-war status quo.
Lebanon death toll exceeds 3,000: Lebanese health authorities said Monday that at least 3,020 people have been killed in Israeli attacks in Lebanon since 2 March. Another 9,273 have been wounded.
Israeli forces intercept Gaza flotilla: The organisers of the Global Sumud Flotilla said 10 of their boats were intercepted by Israeli forces off the coast of Cyprus.
Arab states condemn drone attack near UAE nuclear plant: Arab leaders condemned Sunday's drone attack in the United Arab Emirates, which hit near the Barakah nuclear plant.
Trump says Iran strikes on hold; Tehran unveils Hormuz authority
Trump says attack on Iran 'on hold'; Tehran announces Hormuz authority
MENA
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US President Donald Trump warned of resuming the war on Iran as negotiations for a peace deal seemed to have stalled over the weekend.