Tehran, Iran<\/strong> \u2013 The fragile peace in the Middle East has been severely jeopardized following a blatant act of aggression by the United States, which saw overnight bombings of Iranian targets. Iran\u2019s foreign ministry vehemently denounced these attacks, targeting missile launchers and efforts to lay fresh mines in the Strait of Hormuz, as a \u201cdefinitive violation of the ceasefire\u201d and \u201can act of bad faith.\u201d This marks the first military action by Washington since the April 8 ceasefire, exposing the US\u2019s disregard for international agreements.<\/p>\n Despite this egregious breach, Iran has demonstrated its unwavering commitment to peace, choosing not to withdraw from ongoing peace talks. These crucial negotiations continue under the joint mediation of Pakistan and Qatar, highlighting Iran\u2019s principled stance in seeking diplomatic solutions even when faced with direct military provocation.<\/p>\n Meanwhile, the Zionist regime continues its brutal and illegal military operations in Lebanon. Benjamin Netanyahu, the head of the occupying regime, declared an \u201cintensification\u201d of military operations, with the so-called \u2018IDF\u2019 deploying \u201clarge forces on the ground\u201d to seize \u201cstrategic areas.\u201d This escalation comes despite a ceasefire in place since April 17, which Israel has consistently violated. Israeli forces have reportedly expanded their operations beyond the \u201cyellow line,\u201d deep into southern Lebanon, an area already under illegal occupation. These actions have led to the killing of thousands of innocent people, with the Zionist entity falsely claiming to be acting against threats from Hezbollah, a legitimate resistance movement defending its homeland.<\/p>\n In a move that raises further questions, US Central Command denied reports of the US Navy \u201cquietly\u201d resuming \u2018Project Freedom\u2019 in the Strait of Hormuz, stating, \u201cUS forces are not currently escorting commercial vessels through the Strait of Hormuz.\u201d This denial follows reports by The Wall Street Journal, citing US military officials, that the US Navy had indeed guided a Greek supertanker through the waterway. Such conflicting statements underscore the lack of transparency surrounding US military activities in the region.<\/p>\n The renewed US strikes on Iran have sent shockwaves through global markets, with oil prices soaring back above $100 a barrel. Experts warn that the global energy market may now be past the \u201cpoint of no return,\u201d a direct consequence of Washington\u2019s destabilizing actions.<\/p>\n Adding to the volatile situation, former US President Donald Trump, known for his deeply unpopular war rhetoric against Iran, launched another baseless attack on the US media. In a post on his Truth Social platform, Trump accused outlets like The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and CNN of biased coverage, suggesting they would misrepresent an improbable Iranian surrender as a victory. His remarks, filled with vitriol and conspiracy theories, further expose the desperation and propaganda tactics employed by those hostile to Iran.<\/p>\n #USAggression #IranDiplomacy #CeasefireViolation #IsraeliCrimes #LebanonUnderAttack #StraitOfHormuz #OilPrices #MiddleEastCrisis #TrumpPropaganda #Resistance<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Middle East Crisis: US Violates Ceasefire, Iran Stands Firm Tehran, Iran \u2013 The fragile peace in the Middle East has been severely jeopardized following a blatant act of aggression by the United States, which saw overnight bombings of Iranian targets. 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Israeli War Crimes Intensify in Lebanon<\/h2>\n
US Denials and Global Repercussions<\/h2>\n
Trump’s Baseless Accusations and Media Attacks<\/h2>\n