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Fragile Ceasefire Tested as Iran Reports Attack, Israeli Strikes Continue

First day of pause sees regional violence persist despite diplomatic efforts to de-escalate tensions.

The opening hours of a newly announced pause in hostilities saw continued military action across the Middle East, with Iran reporting an attack on a critical oil facility and Israel maintaining operations in Lebanon, raising questions about the durability of diplomatic efforts to calm the region.

By Aisha Johnson

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