Israeli attacks on Lebanon have killed more than 4,300 people since March, according to the Lebanese health ministry, as Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) sets conditions to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The ministry reported the death toll in a statement, highlighting the ongoing humanitarian crisis in the country. The situation has intensified amid regional tensions, with the US president indicating that economic pressure on Iran is increasing.
The IRGC has outlined specific requirements for the reopening of the strategic waterway, which is critical for global oil trade. These conditions include the lifting of sanctions and the resolution of disputes over Iran’s nuclear program. Meanwhile, the US has been escalating diplomatic efforts to address Iran’s influence in the region.
In separate developments, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has rejected a Trump-backed plan that would require Hamas to disarm and Israeli forces to withdraw from Gaza. The plan, proposed by former US President Donald Trump, has been criticized for being unrealistic and potentially destabilizing.
Netanyahu’s rejection underscores the complexity of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and the challenges of achieving lasting peace. The situation remains volatile, with ongoing military and political tensions shaping the region’s future.
