Israel and Lebanon agreed to extend a ceasefire and hold expanded talks on a political settlement, the United States announced Friday, even as Israel carried out new strikes that it insists are not subject to the truce.

Israeli forces set up a temporary post in the Iraqi desert during the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran, according to officials.

Tensions persist in the Middle East as the US blockade on the Strait of Hormuz continues. US President Donald Trump said he allowed three Chinese tankers with Iranian oil to exit the vital strait as the blockade has sent global energy markets soaring.

Israel and Lebanon have agreed to extend a ceasefire, which was set to expire Sunday, and to hold expanded talks on a political settlement, the US announced after two days of talks in Washington.

An analysis of oil export data offers clues about which nations have benefited from higher prices, and which have lost a lot of revenue.

Experts say UAE taking pragmatic view that Israel is 'like any other country,' sees it as partner for security, while Riyadh and other Gulf capitals view Jerusalem as a rogue actor The post UAE chooses to deepen ties with Israel amid war with Iran,

As concerns mount that Israel’s parallel war with Lebanon could jeopardize progress in U.S.-Iran negotiations, here’s what to know about the conflict, its key players, and the steeped history behind the clashes.

The announcement came just a day after the U.S. ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee revealed that Israel had sent Iron Dome air-defense weapons and personnel to operate them to the UAE.