US-Israel-Iran War Highlights: Netanyahu says fight against Iran not over yet as Tehran skips 2nd round of talks

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Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif held a phone conversation with Iran President Masoud Pezeshkian on Sunday evening, discussing the evolving regional situation, according to an official statement from the Pakistani prime minister’s office. The 45-minute call included what officials described as “detailed exchanges on the current regional situation”, reflecting ongoing engagement between the two countries amid rising tensions.

The statement did not mention any discussion related to potential talks between Iran and the United States.

Sharif also thanked Pezeshkian for sending an Iranian delegation to Islamabad earlier this month for discussions, signalling continued diplomatic contact despite uncertainty around future negotiations. Reaffirming Pakistan’s position, Sharif said the country would “remain fully committed to its honest and sincere efforts to advance regional peace and security”.

The United States ambassador to the United Nations has rejected claims that targeting Iranian infrastructure linked to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps would amount to a war crime. Speaking to CBS, Ambassador Mike Waltz described such accusations as unfounded, arguing that facilities associated with the IRGC fall within legitimate military targets.

“It is a false, fake and ridiculous notion” that attacking these infrastructures is “some type of war crime,” Waltz said, referring to bridges and power plants allegedly run by the IRGC.

In the same interview, Waltz expressed confidence that Iran would eventually abandon its pursuit of nuclear weapons. He said he believes Tehran will “finally give up their obsession with having a nuclear weapon”.

Iran has ruled out sending any enriched uranium to the United States, with Deputy Foreign Minister Saeed Khatibzadeh saying the issue is not open for negotiation. Speaking on the sidelines of a diplomatic meeting in Türkiye, Khatibzadeh said Tehran’s position on the matter remains firm. Iran’s state news agency IRNA reported his remarks, in which he dismissed the possibility of any uranium transfer to the US.

“Multiple messages have been exchanged between Iran and the United States, but (the US) insists on demands that Tehran considers excessive,” he said.

Iran has said it will not take part in the planned second round of talks with the United States in Pakistan, according to state media, dealing a setback to efforts aimed at extending a fragile ceasefire in a conflict nearing two months. State news agency IRNA reported that Tehran is unhappy with Washington’s approach to negotiations, accusing the US of making “excessive” demands, shifting positions and sending mixed signals. It also pointed to the US naval blockade of Iranian ports and what it described as “threatening rhetoric” as key obstacles to progress. These factors, IRNA said, have “so far hindered the progress of the negotiations”.

“In these circumstances, there is no bright prospect for fruitful negotiations,” the report said in a post on Telegram, without attributing the statement to a specific official or institution.

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has said the ongoing effort against Iran is far from finished, warning that further developments could unfold at any moment. Speaking alongside Argentinian President Javier Milei, Netanyahu said the situation remains fluid and unpredictable.

“Any moment could bring us new developments,” he said. “Who knows what tomorrow or the day after tomorrow will bring.”

He added that both the United States and Israel remain committed to their goals in the conflict. “The US and Israel shall achieve our objectives and achieve more hope more light for the free peoples of the world,” Netanyahu said.
 

Iran’s First Vice President Mohammad Reza Aref has praised the country’s negotiating team, saying they are firmly defending national interests amid ongoing talks. He said the Iranian delegation was showing resolve despite what he described as inconsistent positions from the opposing side. “The positions of the opposing side in the negotiations are volatile, begging when pressured and then adopting a stubborn approach,” he said.

“If we take control of the Strait of Hormuz, there will be no need to wait for the lifting of sanctions, and they will effectively become without impact,” Aref said.
 

Spain will push the European Union to suspend its association agreement with Israel, Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has said, citing alleged violations of international law. Speaking at a political rally in Andalusia, Sanchez said Madrid would formally present the proposal on Tuesday. “Spain’s government will present a proposal to the EU that the European Union break off its association agreement with Israel,” he said.

He added that Israel “violates international law” and therefore “cannot be a partner of the European Union … it’s as simple as that”.

The move comes amid growing pressure within Europe over Israel’s actions. Spain, along with Ireland and Slovenia, had earlier sent a joint letter to the European Commission on Friday, calling for the agreement to be discussed at the next meeting of EU foreign ministers.

Iran has not yet decided whether it will send a delegation to Pakistan for the next round of talks, as long as the US naval blockade remains in place, according to Tasnim News Agency. Citing its correspondent, the report said Tehran is holding back on committing to negotiations under current conditions.
 

French President Emmanuel Macron is set to meet Nawaf Salam in Paris on Monday, as a fragile 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah continues to hold.

According to a statement from the French presidency, the meeting reflects Macron’s push for “full and complete respect for the ceasefire in Lebanon”, alongside France’s continued backing of the country’s “territorial integrity”. The visit also comes amid rising tensions following the death of a French peacekeeper in Lebanon. France has blamed Hezbollah for the incident, adding strain to an already delicate situation.

Israel has warned it could take further military action if Lebanon fails to uphold its commitments under the ongoing ceasefire agreement. Defence Minister Israel Katz said the military remains prepared to act if Beirut does not meet its obligations, particularly in curbing activities by Hezbollah and other armed factions.

A 10-day ceasefire came into effect on Thursday evening. However, recent Israeli strikes and the establishment of a military boundary resembling the so-called “Yellow Line” in Gaza have raised questions over the durability of the truce.

Katz stressed that Israeli forces would not hesitate to act where threats are identified. “Any building or road in Lebanon suspected of containing explosive devices must be destroyed to protect our soldiers,” he said.

Around 150 residents from northern Israel have gathered outside the US embassy in West Jerusalem to protest against the recently announced ceasefire with Lebanon. The demonstrators, many of them from Kiryat Shmona near the Lebanese border, travelled to the city to voice their opposition to the truce, according to Al Jazeera.

The 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, announced by US President Donald Trump, came into effect on Friday. The agreement is intended to support a broader ceasefire framework involving the United States and Iran. Residents from northern Israel, who have faced repeated rocket fire from Hezbollah, expressed anger over the deal. Protesters argued that Hezbollah continues to pose a threat and has not been disarmed, raising concerns about the durability of the ceasefire.

Foreign ministers of Iran and Pakistan have held a phone conversation to discuss the ongoing conflict and broader regional developments, as diplomatic activity intensifies.

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and his Pakistani counterpart Mohammad Ishaq Dar reviewed the situation during the call, including the impact of the US-Israel war on Iran. According to a statement cited by Tasnim News Agency, the two sides “discussed and exchanged views on the latest regional and international developments and bilateral relations”.
 

US President Donald Trump has said Vice President JD Vance will not travel to Pakistan for the upcoming round of talks with Iran, citing security concerns. Speaking to ABC News, Trump said the decision was based solely on safety considerations, despite earlier indications that JD Vance would lead the US delegation in Islamabad.

Earlier in the day, US envoy to the United Nations Mike Waltz and Energy Secretary Chris Wright had suggested that JD Vance would head the negotiations. “It’s only because of security,” Trump said. “JD’s great.”

Iran has accused the United States of violating the ceasefire agreement through its naval blockade of Iranian ports, calling the move both unlawful and punitive. Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei criticised the blockade in a social media post, arguing that it breaches international law and existing commitments between the two sides.

Baghaei cited provisions of the United Nations Charter and a UN resolution, which he said prohibit the blockading of a country’s ports and coastline. He went further, accusing Washington of carrying out a war crime by “deliberately inflicting collective punishment on the Iranian population”, and described the действия as a “crime against humanity”.

US President Donald Trump has described the current negotiations as a “last chance” for Iran to agree to a peace deal, signalling a hardening stance as tensions persist.

Speaking to Fox News, Trump said Tehran must act quickly if it wants to avoid serious consequences.

The US president also drew a contrast with the approach of former President Barack Obama, whose administration signed a landmark nuclear agreement with Iran in 2015, indicating he would not follow a similar path. Trump issued a stark warning over the outcome of the talks. “If Iran does not sign this deal, the whole country is getting blown up,” he said.
 

US President Donald Trump has warned that the United States could launch sweeping strikes on Iran’s infrastructure, including power plants and bridges, if Tehran refuses to accept a proposed deal.

Posting on his Truth Social platform, Trump accused Iran of violating a ceasefire in the Strait of Hormuz.

US President Donald Trump has said American negotiators will travel to Pakistan on Monday to hold a second round of talks with Iran, as efforts continue to ease tensions between the two sides.

Speaking to The New York Post, Trump confirmed that his special envoys, Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, will arrive in Islamabad ahead of the next round of negotiations. 

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Iran’s government has announced plans to restore access to the global internet for a section of the academic community, according to a report by BBC Persian. Deputy Science Minister Mehdi Abtahi said authorities have already shared a list of university professors with the communications ministry. He added that access will be reinstated in phases, suggesting a controlled and gradual rollout rather than a blanket restoration.

The move comes after a prolonged nationwide internet shutdown that has lasted more than 50 days, as tracked by monitoring group NetBlocks. The restrictions have significantly limited access to global networks across the country. At present, connectivity remains tightly restricted. Only a limited category of users — often referred to as "white SIM" holders — along with certain pro-government groups, are able to access the internet.

Iran's Army chief Amir Hatami has said the armed forces will continue to safeguard the country's independence, territorial integrity, and security across land, air, and sea. He added that the military, along with other branches of the armed forces, remains ready to confront enemies decisively while strengthening its capabilities.

"Our forces will confront the enemy until the last breath with their finger on the trigger, ready for confrontation and to make sacrifices," news agency Reuters quoted Hatami as saying.