Iran war and no end: attacks, blockades, ceasefire

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Lerato Khumalo

June 14th

The USA and Iran agree on a framework agreement that will extend the ceasefire and pave the way for further negotiations. The Strait of Hormuz should be reopened.

June 18th

Trump signs the framework agreement at the Palace of Versailles, where he is greeted by France’s head of state Emmanuel Macron was received at the end of the G7 summit.

June 19th

According to US government information, Israel and the Lebanese Hezbollah militia have also agreed on a new ceasefire. The following day, however, there were new fights between the parties.

June 20th

Citing the fighting in Lebanon, Iran announces it will close the Strait of Hormuz again. Weeks of uncertainty follow, with both sides giving contradictory information about the status of the shipping route.

June 24th

The US Senate passes a resolution ordering Trump to end the war against Iran or seek congressional approval for further military action. The decision is considered a symbolic sign.

June 27th

For the first time since the framework agreement was signed, the US military is reporting attacks against Iran again. Tensions and attacks are increasing in the Gulf region, talks between Washington and Tehran rest.

4th of July

Millions of people in Iran take part in the funeral ceremonies for the slain Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. After ceremonies in various cities, he will be buried in his hometown of Mashhad on July 9th.

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Mourners carry the coffin of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei during his funeral procession in Karbala. (Source: Ameer Al-Mohammedawi/dpa/dpa-bilder)

July 8th

At the NATO summit in Ankara Trump attacks his allies harshly: Because of the lack of support in the Iran war, he wants trade relations with them Spain finish. He also counts Germany among the countries that have let the USA down.

July 10th

Trump declares the ceasefire in the Iran war is over. The USA has made it unmistakably clear that the ceasefire is “OVER”, he writes on social media. At the same time, he leaves the door open for discussions.