Israel and Lebanon signed a US-brokered framework agreement in Washington aimed at restoring Lebanese state authority and disarming non-state armed groups. Hezbollah was not part of the deal, and Israeli leaders say troops will remain in southern Lebanon until the group disarms.
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The United States announced a framework agreement between Israel and Lebanon after four days of talks in Washington. Details remain scarce, and major disputes persist over Israeli withdrawal and Hezbollah’s disarmament.
Ships continued to pass through the Strait of Hormuz after the Ever Lovely was struck near Oman, while Iran warned vessels not to use routes it has not approved. The dispute has become a key test of the U.S.-Iran memorandum of understanding on safe passage through the waterway.
Brent crude has fallen to levels last seen before the Iran war as shipping through the Strait of Hormuz gradually resumes. The rebound in traffic follows a U.S.-Iran memorandum setting up 60 days of negotiations, though disputes over fees and vessel authorization remain.
IAEA chief Rafael Grossi said inspections in Iran will take place under a preliminary US-Iran agreement. Tehran says access to damaged nuclear sites and materials depends on a final deal and sanctions relief.
Three congressional candidates endorsed by New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani won Democratic primaries, including two challengers who defeated sitting House members. The sweep marked a major victory for the city’s democratic socialist movement and a setback for establishment Democrats.
Former New York City Comptroller Brad Lander defeated two-term Rep. Dan Goldman in the Democratic primary for New York’s 10th Congressional District. The race exposed party divisions over Israel, immigration and how Democrats should confront President Trump.