Middle East Conflict Updates
Russia maintaining dialogue with Iran and Israel
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19:22: Russia is in negotiations with Israel, Iran, and the US, attempting to mediate the ongoing conflict between the two Middle Eastern nations. According to reports from Tass, the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs is actively engaging in talks to maintain peace.
19:02: The Israeli army expects a new wave of rocket attacks from Iran, targeting the northern region of Israel. The alert was issued after warning sirens were activated in several areas, urging residents to seek shelter immediately. On Friday, Israel launched a massive attack on Iranian nuclear facilities and military installations, resulting in numerous casualties.
18:41: German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is reluctant to accept a mediation role proposed by Russian President Vladimir Putin, despite the conflict's presence at the G7 summit in Canada.
18:13: Iranian intellectuals and Nobel laureates, including Shirin Ebadi and Jafar Panahi, urge both sides to end the violence and halt Iran's uranium enrichment, fearing its destructive impact on civilization. They believe a peaceful transition is crucial for the well-being of the Iranian population.
17:55: US President Donald Trump calls on Iran to negotiate with Israel regarding their future nuclear program, urging both parties to end the conflict before it's too late.
17:37: The Israeli army reportedly hits the headquarters of the Iranian state-run TV and radio broadcaster IRIB in Tehran, resulting in apparent casualties and damages. The broadcaster was reporting on the crisis when the attack occurred.
17:32: Germany, Britain, and France are eager to resume and expedite talks with Iran over its nuclear program. The three countries aim to resume the talks previously held with Tehran and emphasize the urgency of reaching a contractual agreement to avoid further military conflicts.
17:07: Israel announced the "disappearance" of the Iranian state-run TV and radio broadcaster IRIB, which serves as a platform for Iranian propaganda. Residents in the area surrounding the broadcaster's headquarters were urged to evacuate.
16:40: Iran signals openness to resuming talks with Israel and the US, sending messages to both parties via Arab intermediaries. Iran is reportedly willing to negotiate as long as the U.S. does not participate in attacks against it.
15:54: Israel carries out more airstrikes in Tehran, causing explosions in both the western and eastern parts of the city. The targets of the attacks are currently unknown, but a large number of civilians may have been affected.
15:28: Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan offers to mediate between Israel and Iran in a bid to end the conflict and return to nuclear talks. Erdogan also accused Israel of endangering the entire region with its actions.
14:58: A hospital in the western Iranian city of Kermanshah was reportedly hit by an Israeli airstrike, with video footage showing a damaged intensive care unit and a blood-soaked bed. The Israeli military is investigating the reports.
14:35: Military expert Ralph Thiele discusses the capabilities and limitations of Israel's Iron Dome missile defense system, suggesting it may struggle to intercept all incoming Iranian missiles.
14:16: A hostile drone flying over northern Israel with a course towards the coastal city of Caesarea, where Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's private residence is located, was intercepted by Israeli forces. The drone apparently did not target Netanyahu's home.
13:54: The German government denies reports that German air force planes have refueled Israeli fighter jets during attacks on Iran.
13:28: The German Foreign Office advises all Germans in Israel, Iran, and surrounding countries to register with the crisis preparedness list "Elefand" for quick communication in case of an emergency.
13:01: Iran is preparing to withdraw from the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty, citing violations by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and continued accusations of Iran's pursuit of nuclear weapons.
12:31: Due to ongoing Israeli air strikes, residents of Tehran are fleeing the city in droves, causing traffic congestion, fuel shortages, and mass evacuations to the east and north of the country.
12:08: The IAEA reports that there have been no signs of further damage to Iranian uranium enrichment facilities in Natanz and Fordow following recent attacks. Inspections in Iran will continue as soon as security conditions permit.
11:42: Israel claims to have destroyed one-third of Iran's ground-to-ground missile launch sites, with more than 50 fighter jets and aircraft involved in the operation. Missile depots and facilities for missile production were also targeted.
10:22: An unconfirmed report states that a missile launched from Yemen failed to reach Israeli territory, marking the involvement of the Houthi rebels in the ongoing air war between Israel and Iran for the first time.
09:57: German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul believes the U.S. is unlikely to participate in the conflict between Israel and Iran.
09:29: The US is reportedly sending the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz towards the Middle East, with a planned stop in Danang, Vietnam, now cancelled due to an "urgent operational requirement."
08:53: Iran executes a man accused of spying for Israel, marking the third execution in recent months on similar charges.
08:33: ntv reporter Raschel Blufarb describes the state of emergency in Israel, with schools closed, businesses barely operational, and hundreds of thousands of people seeking shelter as the conflict...[reader can track previous developments here]
Source: ntv.de, toh/chr/rog/dpa/AFP/rts
- The European Union, in light of the escalating Middle East conflict between Iran and Israel, is committed to the development of a common foreign and security policy that encourages diplomacy and mediation to maintain peace, following updated news reports on the crisis.
- As political tensions and war-and-conflicts between Iran and Israel continue, general news outlets are keeping a close eye on ongoing negotiations, military actions, and the potential for more war-and-conflicts, providing the latest updates to the public.
