Iran-US truce on brink as Israel pounds Lebanon, Tehran warns of escalation
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A fragile Iran-US truce is jeopardized after Israeli strikes on Lebanon, prompting Iran to warn of escalation.
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A fragile two-week truce between Iran and the United States is imperiled after Israel launched heavy strikes on Lebanon, prompting Tehran to warn of escalation. This development threatens renewed hostilities between Iran and the US, despite both sides claiming victory in the recent truce. Lebanese authorities reported at least 182 people were killed and nearly 900 wounded in the strikes. The situation indicates a potential return to conflict in the region, with the truce now hanging in the balance.
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