Iran Seeks Regional Calm as President Issues Rare Apology Amid Escalating Conflict
An explosion on Beirut's southern suburbs after an Israeli strike, following an escalation between Hezbollah and Israel amid the US-Israeli conflict with Iran, Lebanon, March 6, 2026. As the war enters its second week, Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian has issued an unusual public apology to neighbouring countries affected by Tehran’s recent military actions. He acknowledged the impact of Iranian strikes across the region and pledged that Iran would refrain from targeting nearby states unless attacks on Iran originate from their territory. Despite the conciliatory tone, the conflict continues to intensify. Israel and Iran have exchanged fresh strikes, with missiles and drones still hitting cities across the Gulf. Iran’s temporary leadership council has reportedly approved suspending attacks on neighbouring states, but only conditionally, as tensions with the United States and Israel remain high. The apology appears aimed at easing regional anger after Iranian proj...

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