QtrendsRussian attacks kill 5 in Ukraine as Zelenskyy meets with US envoys. Israel pounds southern Lebanon despite US warnings, while Iran and Israel appear to pause direct strikes after their first exchange since April. Tensions grow between Netanyahu and Trump over the direction of the war with Iran. A US helicopter crashes near the Strait of Hormuz with all crew rescued.
Russian attacks on Ukraine have killed at least five people, as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy holds talks with US envoys. Zelenskyy described Russia as isolated and condemned what he called Putin's lies. Moscow acknowledged 'certain problems' with fuel supplies after Ukraine targeted Russian energy sites.
Israeli air strikes have heavily bombarded the southern Lebanese city of Tyre, triggering panic among residents. The strikes come despite warnings from the Trump administration. Iran had warned Israel to stop attacks. The renewed bombardment marks a significant escalation along Israel's northern border.
Israel and Iran appear to have paused direct military strikes against each other after trading fire for the first time since a fragile ceasefire was reached in April. Iran announced it was halting offensive operations against Israel, while Israel also indicated a stop to strikes. Both sides signaled a de-escalation for now.
Tensions are emerging between Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former US President Donald Trump over the conduct of the war with Iran. AP News reports they are 'at odds over the war they started together.' Trump told the BBC that Netanyahu did not defy him, but analysts question what comes next for the two allies.
A US military helicopter crashed near the strategic Strait of Hormuz. Trump confirmed the pilots are safe and have been rescued. The incident raises questions about military operations in the region amid heightened tensions between the US and Iran. No further details on the cause have been released.