Rising tension over Tehran's nuclear programme and Lebanon-Israel border row



Renewed tension over Tehran’s nuclear programme has raised fears that Israel may strike Iranian atomic facilities this year. Israel and Lebanon have agreed to hold negotiations to settle border disputes and release more Lebanese detainees. Hamas has said it is waiting for next steps from talks in Doha for implementing the second phase of a ceasefire with Israel.

On today's episode of Trending Middle East:

Iran’s nuclear programme is imminent challenge for Trump amid fears of Israeli strike

Israel releases Lebanese detainees amid pledge to hold peace talks

Israel's free hand and the fallout of a 'secret agreement' Lebanon acknowledged but never signed

Hamas confirms start of new round of Gaza ceasefire talks in Doha

This episode features Bob Tollast, Mohamad Ali Harisi and Amr Mostafa.

Updated: March 13, 2025, 2:00 AM

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