We will never abandon our Lebanese sisters and brothers: Iran warns Israel

Iranian president Masoud Pezeshkian said that Israel’s ongoing airstrikes in Lebanon constitute a “serious breach” of the ceasefire and could jeopardise ongoing diplomatic efforts.

In a post on X, he described the repeated attacks as a “troubling sign of dishonesty and lack of commitment,” warning that continued aggression would make negotiations meaningless. He also asserted that Iran would continue to stand by Lebanon.

“Israel’s renewed incursion into Lebanon is a blatant violation of the initial ceasefire agreement. This is a dangerous sign of deception and lack of commitment to potential agreements. The continuation of these actions will render negotiations meaningless. Our fingers remain on the trigger. Iran will never abandon its Lebanese sisters and brothers,” he said.

Meanwhile, Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf cautioned that any violation of the truce would invite a “strong and clear response,” urging an immediate end to hostilities. He warned that continued strikes, especially in Lebanon, risk escalating tensions and undermining fragile peace efforts.

Diplomatic engagement continued as Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud and Abbas Araghchi held their first conversation since the conflict began, discussing ways to de-escalate tensions and restore regional stability.

On the ground, Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed that Israeli strikes in Lebanon killed Ali Yusuf Harshi, a close aide to Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem, adding that operations against Hezbollah would continue wherever necessary.

At the same time, Lebanon moved to tighten control over weapons in Beirut, directing security forces to ensure arms remain under state authority following recent strikes.

Globally, concerns continued to rise. Donald Trump warned that US forces would remain deployed around Iran until full compliance with agreements is ensured, cautioning that failure could trigger stronger military action.

The situation has also impacted global trade, with disruptions reported in the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, where shipping movement remains restricted amid heightened tensions.