Trump warns Israel of losing backing after Iran hits
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- Trump warned Israeli leader Netanyahu that Israel could lose Washington’s backing if it launches another strike on Iran, according to US media reports.
- Iran announced it had concluded its military operations against Israel but warned of a harsher response if strikes resume on Lebanon or Iranian territory.
- Dow Jones fell 67 points (0.13%) as markets slipped after Israel and Iran exchanged missile attacks.
- Guterres expressed deep alarm over the renewed Middle East escalation, urging all parties to respect ceasefires and reopen Gaza crossings.
- Amir Saeid Iravani said Iran and the United States continue to exchange views through Pakistan to finalise a deal, even though a final text is not yet reached.
- Israel Katz said the Israeli military will persist with strikes against Hezbollah in Lebanon and will target Beirut if Israel is attacked.
- Tehran airport resumed operations, with Hajj pilgrimages underway.
Why it matters: Israel risks losing a key ally’s backing, which could constrain its military options, while the U.S. faces pressure to curb escalation; investors reacted with a modest Dow decline, reflecting heightened market nervousness, and diplomatic channels remain open, offering a narrow path to de‑escalation.
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