Here are the latest developments related to the war in the Middle East on Tuesday:
– Oil prices are rising in Asia, with WTI up 1.45% at $97.77 and Brent up 1.38% at $109.72 at 4:15 GMT. – The bombing on the first day of the war at the Minab school in southern Iran, one of the most dramatic events of the conflict, resulted in 155 deaths including 120 children, revised from the previous count of 175, according to Iranian state television on Tuesday. – The Lebanese Ministry of Health reported that Israeli strikes in the south of the country killed four people, including a woman, and injured 51, including three children, despite the ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon. – Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated on Monday that the dual threat of rockets and drones from the pro-Iranian Hezbollah required continued military action in Lebanon. – French Foreign Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian stated that Iran must make “major concessions” in peace talks to end the war in the Middle East. – Israeli Defense Minister, Israel Katz, warned on Monday that Hezbollah’s opposition to direct negotiations between Lebanon and Israel would lead Lebanon to disaster. Katz also cautioned that Hezbollah and Lebanon would face consequences if they continue to play with fire. – The head of the UN maritime agency reiterated on Monday that there is no legal basis for Iran’s proposal to impose fees in the Strait of Hormuz for international navigation.
Context: This article covers updates on the ongoing war in the Middle East, including changes in oil prices, casualties from bombings, political statements, and diplomatic negotiations. Fact Check: Please verify the accuracy of the casualty numbers and political statements from the involved parties.
