Key facts
- Israel reported a suspicious aerial target fell in southern Lebanon with no casualties.
- Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif anticipates a US-Iran deal finalisation within 24 hours.
- Israeli military actions, including air raids and displacement orders, continue in southern Lebanon.
- Iran has announced funeral dates for its late Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei, in July.
- Israel expresses significant concern over the potential US-Iran agreement.
Israel's military reported the fall of a suspicious aerial target in southern Lebanon, with no casualties, following an air raid alert for a hostile aircraft. This incident occurred amid ongoing Israeli military actions in southern Lebanon, including renewed air raids and artillery shelling in the Tyre and Nabatieh districts, and expanded forced displacement orders for residents of several towns and villages.
Despite the continued military activity, Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced that a US-Iran agreement is likely to be finalised within the next 24 hours, with electronic signing to follow. He expressed confidence that the deal would establish a foundation for lasting peace.
However, concerns remain about the potential impact of the US-Iran deal on Lebanon. A reporter noted that military activity has not ceased, and discussions about Lebanon's inclusion in any deal are ongoing. The situation is described as a "moment of danger," referencing a past instance where escalating Israeli actions followed discussions about a deal.
Communication challenges in Iran due to security concerns and the ongoing conflict are reportedly slowing down the approval process for the deal. An analyst suggested that Israeli aggression could disrupt negotiations, and that both Iran and the US might not act enthusiastically if Israeli actions continue.
Israel is reportedly "very worried" about the impending memorandum of understanding between the US and Iran, as its strategic goals for the region may differ from an agreement that maintains the current Iranian government. The issue of Lebanon is considered particularly critical for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, impacting the ability of residents in northern Israel to remain in their homes and potentially influencing elections.
Separately, Iranian state media reported that the funeral for the country's late Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei, is scheduled to begin in July, with ceremonies planned in Tehran, Qom, and Mashhad.