Morning update
Good morning Middle East Eye readers,
Diplomatic activity around the Iran conflict is intensifying as Donald Trump heads to Beijing for talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping, saying he wants a “good deal” with Tehran while ruling out an Iranian nuclear program.
China is also pushing Pakistan to continue mediation efforts between Washington and Tehran, even as fighting and military pressure continue across the region.
Meanwhile, Lebanon remains under Israeli attack, and international concern over shipping security in the Strait of Hormuz continues to grow.
Here are the latest developments:
Trump travels to China for talks with Xi Jinping focused on Iran and trade.
China urges Pakistan to intensify mediation efforts between Iran and the US.
Israeli strikes in Lebanon kill at least 15 people, including paramedics and a soldier.
UK pledges warship and fighter jets for Hormuz security mission.
UN resolution on the Strait of Hormuz gains backing from 112 countries.
Hezbollah says it repelled an Israeli advance near Wadi al-Ain in southern Lebanon.
Trump says the US is prepared to deal with Iran “by any means necessary”.
Chinese supertanker reportedly transits the Strait of Hormuz despite tensions.
Oil prices fall as markets monitor ceasefire developments and US-China talks.
US offers $15m reward for information linked to Iranian oil transfer networks.