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Tensions across the region remain high after Israeli forces intercepted more Gaza-bound aid boats, triggering protests and diplomatic criticism from several countries.
At the same time, Iran says US behaviour is damaging efforts to reach a diplomatic solution, while military activity continues in Lebanon and concerns grow over the wider regional fallout from the conflict.
Political pressure is also building in Washington as more Americans oppose further escalation with Tehran.
Here are the latest developments:
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Israel intercepts more Gaza-bound aid boats using what organisers described as a βfully equipped naval fleetβ
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Protests break out in Athens after Israeli forces seized flotilla vessels
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Iran says US behaviour is undermining diplomatic efforts to end the conflict
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Lebanese authorities say deaths from Israeli attacks have crossed 3,000
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Israel bombs Tyre in southern Lebanon after issuing displacement warnings
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Hezbollah claims drone and rocket attacks on Israeli army positions
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The New York Times reports Iran is moving missiles into mountain facilities
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Majority of US voters oppose war with Iran, according to a new survey
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US Senate Democrats push another vote aimed at limiting the Iran conflict
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India raises fuel prices again amid continued Strait of Hormuz disruption
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The Washington Post reports Iran wants the war to end before announcing any nuclear agreement
This article was sourced from Middle East Eye.
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