Iran’s Joint Military Command has announced a halt to offensive operations against Israel while warning that retaliation will resume if hostilities continue. In an official statement, the Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters claimed recent strikes were carried out in response to aggression in southern Lebanon and the Dahiyeh region, describing them as a “painful response” to Israel and its allies. Despite the pause, Iranian officials stressed that military forces remain on high alert and ready for a stronger response if needed. The development comes amid renewed exchanges of fire and heightened regional tensions across the Middle East.

TEHRAN -- Iran's main military command, Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters, announced on Monday the cessation of the Iranian armed forces' operations against Israel, the…

Iran on Monday said it was ending its latest military operation against Israel after the first exchanges of fire between the foes since a shaky ceasefire began, but warned it…