Iran war live: Vance sees ‘progress’, Tehran says ‘ball is in US court’

Author: Mahmoud Sayed, Ahmad ElmounieryPublished on: November 3, 2026Country: Iran

World / International

Iran war live: Vance sees ‘progress’, Tehran says ‘ball is in US court’

In Gaza, an Israeli drone struck a civilian vehicle, killing at least one Palestinian man and wounding five, while increased drone activity is deepening residents’ fear. In southern Lebanon, Israeli drones flew over the Tyre district as artillery struck several locations and machine-gun fire and flares were reported. In Beijing, Chinese President Xi Jinping and Omani Sultan Haitham bin Tariq called for Middle East peace talks, a diplomatic end to the conflict and safe passage through key waterways.

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