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Live Ticker: Middle East Conflict +++ 18:13 Intellectuals Urge Ceasefire & Uranium Enrichment Suspension
Stay updated as political and military escalations between Iran and Israel unfold! In this rapidly changing landscape, events are unfolding at a rapid pace. Here's the latest:
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18:13 Open Letter from Iranian IntellectualsNumerous Iranian civil society representatives—including Nobel laureates, filmmakers, and human rights activists—have called for an immediate ceasefire and suspension of uranium enrichment activities. In a joint appeal published in "Le Monde" on Monday, they stated:
Signatories include two Nobel laureates, Narges Mohammadi and Shirin Ebadi, as well as prominent filmmakers such as Jafar Panahi and Mohammad Rasoulof. The war not only destroys infrastructure and endangers civilian lives, but also poses a significant threat to the foundations of human civilization. The Iranian population must not be "sacrificed to the geopolitical and nuclear ambitions of an authoritarian regime."
17:55 Trump's Message to IranUS President Donald Trump has urged Iran to engage in negotiations over its nuclear program with Israel to put an end to the conflict. Trump said:
17:37 Israeli Attack on Irib State BroadcasterThe Israeli military reportedly struck the headquarters of Iran's state-run television and radio broadcaster Irib in Tehran, according to Iranian state media. The attack occurred during a live broadcast, and the host ultimately left the studio in the wake of the attack. There are currently no reports of casualties or damages.
17:32 Continued Negotiations with IranGermany, Britain, and France expressed their desire for renewed nuclear negotiations with Iran in the near future. German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul explained:
17:07 Disappearance of Irib State BroadcasterIsraeli Defense Minister Israel Katz announced that the Iranian state-owned television and radio broadcaster Irib is on the verge of disappearing.
16:40 Putin's Ally Reveals Potential War GoalsGerhard Mangott, a political analyst, suggests that the Kremlin may welcome Israeli war goals against Iran. Conversely, another war goal would be detrimental to the Kremlin's objectives.
16:16 Iran Signals Willingness to Talk to IsraelIran appears open to ending hostilities and resuming talks on its nuclear program, as indicated by messages sent via Arab intermediaries to both Israel and the US. Iran is prepared to return to the negotiating table, provided the US does not participate in attacks against it.
15:54 Possible Damage to Iranian Nuclear FacilitiesThe International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) reports no further damage to Iran's uranium enrichment facilities in Natanz and Fordow. However, tensions continue to rise in the region as Israel, Iran, and other Middle Eastern countries engage in military action.
This is an evolving situation, and we will continue to update you as more developments unfold. Stay informed and stay safe!
Previous developments can be found here.
[1] BBC News, Iran says ready to resume nuclear talks with US, June 13, 2023.[2] The Washington Post, U.S. seeks an agreement with Iran by the end of July. Here are the issues that remain unresolved, June 10, 2023.
- The Iranian intellectuals, including Nobel laureates and prominent filmmakers, have called for an immediate ceasefire and suspension of uranium enrichment activities, expressing concerns that both the conflict and uranium enrichment serve neither the interests of the Iranian people nor humanity at large.
- Amidst the Middle East conflict, politics and general news continue to play a significant role, with global leaders urging negotiations to end the hostilities and establish peace in the region.
