Iran says it is halting attacks on Israel Israel will also halt attacks on Iran, source says Trump told both sides to 'stop shooting' Israel hits petrochemical plant in Iran Explosions heard in Tehran DUBAI/JERUSALEM,

Iran and Israel declare a halt to fighting as President Trump says both are seeking an "immediate ceasefire" after a major escalation in the 101-day war.

Iran also still has many cards in its pocket. These range from expanding the scope of energy and desalination targets it hits across the Gulf to activating the Houthis to block energy traffic in the Red Sea. The Houthis have announced a ban on Israeli shipping in the Red Sea following the latest escalation.

Iran launches missiles at Israel after Beirut strikes Israeli defenses intercept Iranian projectiles Trump says he will tell Netanyahu not to retaliate, seeks to keep peace talks on track Hezbollah and Iran vow further response,

India, June 28 -- US Israel Iran War Latest News: The United States carried out military strikes against Iran for the second consecutive day after a commercial oil tanker was attacked while passing through the Strait of Hormuz.

United States President Donald Trump has criticised Israel for launching an attack on Lebanon's capital, Beirut, on the day he has said a deal to end the US-Israel war with Iran could be signed.

Israel and Iran traded attacks on Monday for the first time since a fragile ceasefire agreement was struck in April, sparking concerns of a resumed conflict in the Middle East. Israel said it struck petrochemical facilities in Mahshahr that produce “unique materials that serve as critical components for the development of ballistic missiles.

The missile exchange marked a major escalation in the already tense region. But Israel and Iran both say they will stop attacking each other, with conditions.