Israel launched an airstrike on Beirut, targeting the commander of Hezbollah's Radwan force, a move that occurred despite a recent ceasefire. Simultaneously, U.S. military forces fired upon an Iranian-flagged oil tanker attempting to violate a blockade, according to U.S. Central Command. These escalations occurred as oil prices fell below $100, reaching $89, amid indications of a potential agreement between the U.S. and Iran to end a two-month conflict. Iran's parliamentary speaker satirized the pause of U.S. Operation Project Freedom, while the UAE asserted its foreign policy as a sovereign matter following Iranian criticism. Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu stated he and President Trump share common goals regarding Iran's nuclear capabilities.