US President Donald Trump stated that a proposed agreement between the United States and Iran, aimed at ending ongoing hostilities, was delayed by several hours due to a recent Israeli attack. Speaking to Axios by phone, Trump said the strike disrupted the process and postponed the signing, which had been scheduled to occur shortly before the attack. He expressed surprise after being briefed by advisers and criticized Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for the timing of the assault.

In an earlier interview with Fox News, Trump said the deal could be finalized within two to three hours. Reuters cited an official involved in the talks saying mediators remained optimistic that the US-Iran understanding was “very close to the final stage.”

Diplomatic efforts have intensified to prevent a wider regional conflict and to restrain Israel’s military operations. However, Tehran remains unwilling to accept any conditions that would allow Israel to continue its military actions across the region.

At least three people were killed and 16 others injured in an Israeli airstrike on Ghobeiri, a southern suburb of Beirut, Lebanon, on Saturday, June 14, according to the country’s Ministry of Health. The ministry warned that the number of casualties could rise as rescue operations continued. The information was released through a statement by Lebanon’s National News Agency.

The Health Ministry’s latest figures show that between March 2 and June 14, Israeli attacks across Lebanon have killed a total of 3,783 people and injured 11,699. Authorities said the ongoing strikes have caused extensive humanitarian damage in multiple regions of the country.

The ministry’s update underscores the escalating toll of the conflict and the growing strain on Lebanon’s health and emergency services as violence persists.

U.S. President Donald Trump expressed concern over Israel’s recent attack on Beirut, saying such an assault should not have occurred. In a social media message, he urged all parties involved to exercise restraint and avoid further escalation. Trump described the initial incident that prompted Israel’s response as minor and insignificant, noting that no one was killed, injured, or harmed, and that it should not disrupt the ongoing peace process.

He added that a peace agreement was close to being finalized, which could help establish stability not only in Lebanon but across the broader region. Trump emphasized that Israel should refrain from launching any further attacks in Lebanon, while groups such as Hezbollah and others should also avoid new offensives against Israel.

Calling for calm, Trump warned that the opportunity for peace should not be wasted, highlighting the importance of maintaining momentum toward a regional settlement.

A 47-year-old Palestinian prisoner, Imad Rajeh Sarhan, has died in an Israeli prison, according to his family. Israeli authorities informed the family that Sarhan died of a heart attack while in custody. He had been imprisoned in Gilboa Prison since 2001 and was serving a life sentence. Sarhan was a resident of Haifa.

The Palestinian Prisoners’ Affairs Commission and the Palestinian Prisoners Club stated that Sarhan had been subjected to prolonged interrogation and systematic torture early in his detention, leading to serious and chronic health problems. They also alleged that he was repeatedly held in solitary confinement for extended periods. Over the years, Sarhan reportedly suffered from heart disease, arterial complications, and high blood pressure, requiring the use of a wheelchair in recent years.

The two organizations described Sarhan’s death as a result of medical negligence and systematic abuse in Israeli prisons, claiming such practices have intensified since the onset of the ongoing violence in Gaza. Israeli authorities have not yet issued a response to these allegations.

The Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) and local residents prevented an attempt by India’s Border Security Force (BSF) to push nine people, including women and children, into Bangladesh through the Roumari border in Kurigram on Sunday morning. The incidents occurred at the Goytapara border in Shaulmari Union and the Bhundurchar border in Roumari Sadar Union, creating tension along the frontier.

According to BGB and locals, BSF personnel from Jhalarchar Camp in Assam’s Dhubri district tried to push six people near international boundary pillar 1060-1S at Goytapara. BGB took a firm stance, and locals chased the BSF members, forcing them to retreat. The six individuals remained about 50 yards inside Indian territory. Another attempt to push three men near pillar 1066 at Bhundurchar was also thwarted by BGB and locals.

Lieutenant Colonel Hasanur Rahman, commanding officer of BGB’s 35 Jamalpur Battalion, confirmed the incidents and said a flag meeting was requested but BSF had not responded.

Ali Akbar Velayati, senior adviser to Iran’s Supreme Leader, declared that the “zero hour” had arrived and launchers were being prepared, signaling heightened readiness amid escalating tensions in Beirut. In a post on social media platform X, he said a miscalculation in Beirut had exhausted Iran’s patience and that necessary orders had been issued. Velayati emphasized Hezbollah’s key role in the resistance axis and warned that if unrest in Lebanon continued, the Strait of Hormuz and Bab al-Mandeb could be used to choke off economic lifelines.

His remarks were widely viewed as a strong warning from Tehran amid rising regional instability. Meanwhile, U.S. President Donald Trump expressed concern over recent attacks in Beirut, urging all parties to exercise restraint. He said Israel’s recent strikes had delayed the signing of a proposed U.S.-Iran peace agreement by several hours but remained hopeful it would be finalized on Sunday.

According to Reuters, mediators believe the U.S.-Iran deal is nearing completion, though Tehran remains unwilling to accept terms that would allow Israel to continue military operations across the region.

An Israeli attack on southern Beirut has intensified tensions across the Middle East, with analysts warning it could severely undermine ongoing efforts toward a potential agreement between the United States and Iran. Sami Nader, director of the Levant Institute for Strategic Affairs, described the strike as a critical test for US-Iran negotiations, noting that Israel seeks to keep the Hezbollah conflict separate from the talks while Iran insists on linking the two issues.

In an interview with Al Jazeera, Nader said Israel is pushing to isolate the Hezbollah front from diplomatic discussions, whereas Iran views the connection as essential to advancing any deal. He added that the incident could completely derail the potential agreement. Nader also pointed to Israel’s internal political dynamics, where right-wing factions have criticized Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for not taking a tougher stance against Hezbollah and for aligning with US President Donald Trump’s position on avoiding escalation in Lebanon.

Analysts believe Iran’s response to the Beirut strike will determine whether regional tensions escalate further or if diplomatic channels remain open.

Israeli warplanes carried out an airstrike on the southern suburb of Lebanon’s capital, Beirut, on June 14, 2026. According to the Israeli Broadcasting Authority, two fighter jets launched four guided missiles targeting the area. There were no immediate reports of casualties or damage, but authorities expressed concern that the attack could result in significant loss of life.

Following the strike, Israel heightened its nationwide alert level amid fears of retaliation. The country’s Home Front Command stated that the alert was raised to the highest level due to potential responses from Iran and Hezbollah, Tehran’s close ally. The escalation has prompted widespread concern about renewed instability across the Middle East.

Regional observers warned that the latest strike could further inflame tensions in an already volatile region, with both Israel and its adversaries preparing for possible follow-up actions.

An Indian sailor has died aboard the vessel Celestial, which was anchored at Duqm port in Oman. The Indian Embassy in Muscat confirmed the death on Saturday night, stating that the sailor suddenly fell ill while on board and later passed away. The embassy added that arrangements are being made to repatriate the body to India as soon as possible.

According to Indian government data, more than 300,000 Indian sailors are currently employed on commercial ships worldwide, including over 18,000 working in various Middle Eastern countries. The incident follows the recent deaths of three Indian sailors in a U.S. strike on a tanker off the coast of Oman, which had already heightened concern in India.

The report also noted that opposition parties in India have urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to raise the tanker attack issue with U.S. President Donald Trump during the upcoming G7 summit. India’s foreign ministry has summoned U.S. diplomats twice to express strong concern and lodge a formal protest over the attack on civilian vessels.

The death toll from ongoing Israeli military operations in Gaza has reached 72,996, according to a statement from Gaza’s Health Ministry released on June 14, 2026. The ministry also reported that 173,246 people have been injured since the conflict began. In the past 24 hours alone, three people were killed and sixteen others wounded in new attacks.

The statement added that many individuals remain trapped under rubble and along various roads, with rescue teams unable to access several areas. As a result, officials fear the actual number of casualties could be higher than currently recorded. The health authorities noted that damaged infrastructure and obstacles to rescue efforts are preventing timely documentation of deaths and injuries.

The ministry warned that these challenges are worsening the humanitarian situation in Gaza, as the conflict continues to cause widespread destruction and strain emergency response capabilities.

Iran’s threats to block or control the Strait of Hormuz serve as a major bargaining tool similar to its nuclear program, according to former Austrian defense attaché Wolfgang Pusztai. In an interview with Al Jazeera, he described the strait as a powerful strategic weapon that allows Tehran to exert pressure on the United States, other Middle Eastern nations, and indirectly on Israel. He emphasized that Iran has no intention of easily giving up this leverage.

Pusztai further noted that even if Iran were to declare the strait open to all without tariffs or fees, such a statement would not guarantee a permanent policy shift. Analyzing the ongoing tensions, he observed that the three key actors involved—the United States, Iran, and Israel—often change their positions, making future actions unpredictable.

The remarks highlight the continued strategic importance of the Strait of Hormuz in regional power dynamics and underline the uncertainty surrounding diplomatic commitments among the involved nations.

According to a new analysis by Oxfam, 1,244 Palestinians, including 268 children, have been killed in the occupied West Bank over the past three years in attacks by Israeli forces and settlers. Citing United Nations data, the organization said this figure exceeds the total from the previous 17 years, when 1,036 Palestinians, including 225 children, were killed in the same region.

During the same three-year period, 43 Israeli settlers, including 10 children, were killed in attacks by Palestinians, compared to 86 deaths, including 12 children, over the prior 17 years. Oxfam also reported that nearly 46,000 Palestinians were displaced in the past three years, up from about 13,000 over the previous 14 years, due to military operations, settler violence, home demolitions, and movement restrictions.

The report noted that in the first three months of this year alone, there were more than 540 settler attacks, 33 Palestinians killed, and over 2,200 displaced. Oxfam official Bushra Khalidi described the civilian killings in the West Bank as horrific and said violence there has sharply increased alongside the conflict in Gaza.

The United Kingdom has seized a Russian oil tanker from what it described as the country's 'shadow fleet' while the vessel was attempting to cross the English Channel. Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced the operation on Sunday through a post on social media platform X, calling it another blow to Russia. He said the move serves as a warning to those fueling President Vladimir Putin’s war in Ukraine, emphasizing that they would not be allowed to hide anywhere.

The UK Ministry of Defence confirmed the seizure, with Defence Secretary Dan Jarvis praising the professionalism, skill, and courage required for such missions. He expressed respect for the armed forces and all those involved in the operation.

According to the report, Russia relies on its shadow fleet to finance its ongoing conflict in Ukraine, and the UK’s action is positioned as part of efforts to disrupt that network.

Bangladesh has been ranked the fourth most peaceful country in South Asia in the Global Peace Index (GPI) 2026, published on June 9 by the Australia-based Institute for Economics and Peace (IEP). The country is placed 117th globally among 163 nations and territories, with an overall score of 2.226 out of 5, categorized under the 'medium' level of peace. Bangladesh outperformed India, Pakistan, and Afghanistan in the regional ranking.

The GPI evaluates peace using 23 indicators across three domains: societal safety and security, ongoing domestic and international conflict, and militarization. Bangladesh scored 2.579 in safety and security, 2.237 in ongoing conflict, and 1.615 in militarization. Bhutan retained its position as South Asia’s most peaceful nation, ranking 16th globally, followed by Sri Lanka and Nepal. The report noted that South Asia experienced the largest regional decline in peace in 2026, with an average deterioration of 2.3 percent due to internal instability and border tensions.

The report also highlighted Bangladesh’s economic vulnerability to the Iran war, citing high LNG prices and reduced global demand as potential risks. It warned that prolonged disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz could raise Bangladesh’s energy import costs by up to 2.5 percent of GDP.

The European Union’s new Asylum and Migration Pact officially took effect across all member states on June 12, 2026, following prolonged discussions and debates. The reform aims to manage irregular migrant inflows like those seen in 2015, strengthen control at the EU’s external borders, and establish a fair solidarity mechanism for sharing responsibilities among member countries.

Under the new system, anyone arriving at EU borders without a valid visa or residence permit will not be allowed direct entry. Their identity, security, and health will be screened within seven days. Applicants will then be divided into two tracks: a fast-track border process for those with low chances of asylum or security risks, and a regular asylum process for those with stronger claims, which can take up to 20 months. The concept of “safe third countries” has been expanded, allowing transfers even without prior links.

The pact also extends biometric data collection to children aged six and above and enforces stricter rules to prevent secondary movement between EU states. A return order issued by one member state will now apply across the entire EU.