Israel and Iran trade strikes: what does this mean for peace deal? – The Latest

Israel and Iran trade strikes: what does this mean for peace deal? – The Latest

June 8, 2026 · 10 min

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The episode discusses the recent military strikes between Israel and Iran and their implications for peace in the region.

Israel and Iran have exchanged direct strikes for the first time since a ceasefire was reached in April, raising fears of a return to a full-scale regional war. The Israeli strikes are in apparent defiance of Donald Trump, who told Israel’s prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, not to retaliate against Iran, in order to avoid derailing peace talks. Nosheen Iqbal speaks to the Guardian’s senior international correspondent Julian Borger – watch on YouTube . Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus

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