Middle East Tensions Escalate Amidst BoP Talks and Iranian Executions

A renewed escalation in the Middle East has unfolded after Qatari PM called regional foreign ministry heads to discuss Hormuz and an MoU. This comes as Iran continues executing protesters, while Hamas delegation arrives in Cairo to discuss a Border Opening Protocol (BoP) deal. Israeli forces have reportedly diverted to the West Bank to combat settler extremism.

The US President Donald Trump has lauded the Mecca defense pact, dubbing it 'big, bold' and integral to Lebanon-Israel security process. The spokesperson added that Hezbollah must be disarmed and dismantled due to its sole responsibility for Israel's presence on Lebanese soil.

Furthermore, Iranian military chief has placed a $30,000 bounty on killed or captured US soldiers.