Watch: Iranians gather in Tehran following ceasefire announcement
Watch: Iranians gather in Tehran following ceasefire announcement
Following the US and Iran’s agreement on a two-week conditional pause in hostilities, residents in Tehran gathered, waving flags and chanting. The deal hinges on Iran granting safe passage for commercial vessels through the Strait of Hormuz, provided the US halts its airstrikes. This arrangement follows a month-long escalation of attacks between Israel and the US against Iran, which triggered retaliatory strikes across the Gulf region.
Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif played a key role in brokering the truce, claiming it took effect immediately. The ceasefire comes amid ongoing tensions, with Iranians recounting the challenges of daily life under constant bombardment and regime crackdowns. Meanwhile, the Royal Navy’s potential involvement in securing the strategic waterway has been scrutinized by BBC Verify, which analyzed footage of ship movements in the Gulf since the conflict began on 27 February.
Funeral Footage and Military Strikes
Amid the ceasefire, BBC reports from the funerals of three journalists killed in a targeted attack in southern Lebanon. Israeli forces were ordered to dismantle Hezbollah’s supply routes across the Litani River, as seen in footage from Russian state broadcaster RT. In one clip, correspondent Steve Sweeney is captured diving off-screen as a missile hits, highlighting the dangers faced by journalists.
“The ceasefire was effective immediately,” said Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif during negotiations.
Lebanon’s National News Agency confirmed at least 10 fatalities and 27 injured in the attack. As the conflict raged, displaced Palestinians in Gaza were advised to secure their tents against strong winds. Dan Johnson spoke with Iranians at a border crossing in north-west Iran, capturing their mixed feelings about the war and the ruling regime.
Verified Video Evidence
BBC Verify investigated a video showing flames engulfing an oil depot in Iran. The footage, verified as authentic, illustrates the disruption of trade at the Middle East’s largest port, which has suffered heavily since Iran’s blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper responded to President Trump’s critique of the UK’s stance, emphasizing the country’s efforts in the region.
Explosions rocked the capital overnight after its main airport was struck by airstrikes. A verified drone crash near the airport was captured by a witness, while social media clips depicted fiery scenes and smoke rising above Beirut’s skyline. Some residents in the Dahieh suburb fled their homes as Israeli air strikes continued.
Ongoing Conflict and Global Impacts
The Israeli military initiated “a wave of strikes” shortly after evacuating civilians from southern Lebanon. Iranians who fled the country shared harrowing accounts of life under relentless bombing and government pressure. As the situation evolves, the BBC’s Nick Marsh explores how Middle Eastern unrest may affect global living costs.
