Meanwhile, Iran closed the Strait of Hormuz in response to Israeli attacks on Lebanon, Iranian-state media reported. Iran is considering “deterrent operations” against Israel, claiming that it violated the ceasefire by attacking Hezbollah targets in Lebanon. Pakistan, which mediated the two-week ceasefire between the US, Israel and Iran, claims that the agreement includes Lebanon, but Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has disputed this. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has claimed the ceasefire is not covered by the peace deal. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed support for the United States’ suspension of strikes on Iran.

Source: Daily Mirror April 08, 2026 18:37 UTC