US Vice President acknowledges divergences with Israel amid ongoing Middle East conflict

The Middle East continues to experience reciprocal military actions and escalating rhetoric. The United States Vice President has acknowledged "divergences" with Israel amidst the ongoing conflict. Iran previously stated it targeted American bases in the Gulf, asserting these were responses to US strikes, which Washington described as "legitimate self-defense." Iran also proposed a conditional halt to its own strikes, contingent on Israel ceasing operations in southern Lebanon. However, Israel has continued its attacks in the region, with reports of at least 12 fatalities near Tyre and in southern Lebanon. Israel's Defense Minister affirmed the country "will continue to act" against Hezbollah, while the Israeli army chief of staff reiterated readiness "to return and deal a new heavy blow to Iran." Former US President Donald Trump also stated the United States would "strike Iran hard again" following reports of a destroyed US helicopter. Sources: Le Monde