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Who calls the shots? Trump tries to rein in Netanyahu, salvage Iran deal

The US president believed those who insisted he could wrap up hostilities by the end of March, long before the November midterms. If not, the off-ramp would be easy to find. But did Donald Trump factor in that his main ally in the war against Iran was also gearing up…

France 24 · Jun 8

Israel and Iran step back from renewed conflict after Trump calls for halt

Netanyahu acknowledges pause in fighting in TV speech but vows forceful response to future attacks

The Guardian - UK · Jun 8

'Almost got into a fight’: Donald Trump-Netanyahu tensions flare over Lebanon

US President Trump reportedly clashed with Israeli PM Netanyahu over recent military actions in Lebanon and Iran. A senior US envoy suggested a near confrontation, with Trump urging restraint to avoid derailing diplomatic efforts with Iran. Trump publicly called for an immediate ceasefire, emphasizing his role in brokering a deal.

The Times of India · Jun 8

Iran’s attacks on Israel were an attempt to shape the region on its own terms – and it might just do so

Iran fired barrages of missiles at Israel for the first time in two months on June 7. The initial trigger was an Israeli strike against a Hezbollah target in the Lebanese capital of Beirut earlier that day, an attack that Donald Trump had only recently asked the Israeli prime minister,…

The Conversation · Jun 8

Netanyahu Just Told Donald Trump to Pound Sand and Responded to Iranian Missile

Israeli strikes on Iran after a missile attack have fuelled claims that Donald Trump has 'lost control of the war in Iran,' after he insisted Benjamin Netanyahu 'doesn't call the shots.'

International Business Times UK · Jun 8

First Thing: Netanyahu orders Iran strikes despite Trump claiming ‘I call all the shots’

Direct exchange of fire between warring nations in apparent defiance of Trump was in response to an Israeli attack on Beirut, and breaks April’s ceasefire. Plus: incredible pictures of the Beatles’ final tour of the US

The Guardian - UK · Jun 8

Trump claims Israel, Iran ‘looking to do immediate ceasefire’, says final peace talks underway

President Trump announced that both Israel and Iran are seeking an immediate ceasefire, with final peace negotiations underway. He stated the blockade will remain until a final deal is reached, suggesting rapid developments. This comes amid heightened regional tensions and exchanges of fire, though no official confirmation from either nation…

The Economic Times · Jun 8

Israeli paper: Trump is 'desperate for a deal with the devilish Tehran regime'

PRESS REVIEW – Monday, June 8: Papers discuss the latest exchange of strikes between Iran and Israel and analyse 100 days of war. In France, papers are covering the "failure" of the country's judicial system amid the Lyhanna affair. Finally, the completion of Barcelona's Sagrada Familia divides both tourists and…

France 24 · Jun 8

Israel and Iran must immediately stop 'shooting', says Trump as Mideast boils again

U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday urged Israel and Iran to halt hostilities immediately after renewed exchanges of fire escalated tensions in the Middle East. Calling for de-escalation, Trump said both sides must stop “shooting” as regional instability deepened following the latest flare-up in violence.

The Economic Times · Jun 8

US Military Personnel in Israel Found Secret Spyware on Their Phones as Congress Pushes US-Israeli Military Merger

Pentagon's DIA raised Israel's espionage threat to 'critical' after US defence personnel in Israel found secret communications-intercepting software on their phones.

International Business Times UK · Jun 8