Key facts
- The US is not directly briefing Israel on its discussions with Iran.
- Israeli officials are reportedly skeptical of US diplomatic efforts concerning Iran.
- President Donald Trump indicated progress in negotiations with Iran.
- The US, Iran, and Oman are nearing an interim deal concerning the Strait of Hormuz.
- An Iranian official cited US interference and threats as reasons for deal delays.
- The Israeli army conducted a bombing in southern Lebanon.
The United States has not been directly briefing Israel on its ongoing discussions with Iran, leading to increased skepticism in Tel Aviv regarding US diplomatic efforts, according to an Israeli Channel 12 report. One Israeli official expressed doubt over President Donald Trump's approach to Iran.
President Donald Trump told Fox News that Washington is having "very good discussions" with Iran, insisting that Tehran is keen on signing the deal. He also threatened that Iran would be "hit very hard" unless the Strait of Hormuz is reopened "very soon". The US, Iran and Oman are getting closer to an interim deal aimed at reopening the strategic Strait of Hormuz as well as restoring the ceasefire between Washington and Tehran, Axios reported. The announcement of the pact is expected as early as Wednesday.
An informed Iranian official said that the primary reasons behind the delay in reaching a deal with Oman regarding the Strait of Hormuz is due to US "interference and Trump's threats". The official told the state-affiliated Sepah News that "Iran will not make any agreement under the shadow of threats".
The Israeli army carried out a new bombing in the southern Lebanese town of Haddatha, Bint Jbeil district. The attack is the latest in a series of many have criticised as Israeli violations of continued ceasefire discussions between with the two states.