Pakistan Army Chief Visits Tehran as U.S.-Iran Talks Continue

Pakistan's army chief, Field Marshal Asim Munir, arrived in Tehran on Friday as diplomatic efforts to reach a peace agreement between Iran and the United States continued. " The spokesperson added that a positive diplomatic atmosphere alone is "not enough" to secure a deal.

Iran said fees and tolls for transit through the Strait of Hormuz are part of a "security service" provided to vessels. Iranian officials reported that more than 30 vessels passed through the strait in coordination with the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps navy over the past day.

An Iranian official stated that stopping the war "on all fronts" is a necessary condition for any future negotiations with the United States. U.S. blockade, and ensuring stability in the Strait of Hormuz remain Tehran's main priorities.

The United States said "some progress" has been made in talks with Iran, though major differences remain over Tehran's enriched uranium programme and control of the Strait of Hormuz. Secretary of State Marco Rubio warned that Washington still has "other options" if diplomacy fails.

France has drafted a United Nations Security Council resolution proposing an international mission to restore shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. -Bahraini proposal faces resistance from Russia and China. Washington imposed sanctions on nine individuals in Lebanon, including two military officers accused of links to Hezbollah.

Israeli attacks across southern Lebanon killed at least 11 people, including several healthcare workers and paramedics.