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Israel, Iran appear to pause strikes after trading fire for first time since ceasefire

Israel and Iran appeared to back away from further strikes on Monday, hours after they traded fire for the first time since the US agreed to a ceasefire with Tehran two months ago. Both countries warned that they were ready to launch retaliatory attacks if provoked. The renewed hostilities raised concerns that the Middle East could plunge back into a full-scale war. Since the US and Israel began striking Iran on February 28, the war has shaken the global economy, driven up energy prices around...

08 Jun 2026, 19:40 UTCSource: South China Morning PostOriginal source

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⚠️ This is a probabilistic forecast, not a guarantee. Accuracy is measured only on resolved scenarios; monitor confirmation indicators below.
A
Escalation— 87% model probability
Did not materialise

Confirmation indicators

  • ◆Footage of Israeli airstrikes on Iranian targets released by Israeli defense ministry.
  • ◆Public statements from US officials condemning the attacks as "unacceptable" with specific mention of potential retaliation.
  • ◆Increased military presence in the region by Saudi Arabia and UAE, including increased troop deployments and air force activity.
Horizon: 7–14 days
B
Status quo— 10% model probability
Did not materialise

Confirmation indicators

  • ◆Footage of Israeli airstrikes on Iranian targets released by Israeli defense ministry.
  • ◆Public statements from US officials condemning the attacks as "unacceptable" with specific mention of potential retaliation.
  • ◆Increased military presence in the region by Saudi Arabia and UAE, including increased troop deployments and air force activity.
Horizon: 7–14 days
C
De-escalation— 4% model probability
Did not materialise

Confirmation indicators

  • ◆Footage of Israeli airstrikes on Iranian targets released by Israeli defense ministry.
  • ◆Public statements from US officials condemning the attacks as "unacceptable" with specific mention of potential retaliation.
  • ◆Increased military presence in the region by Saudi Arabia and UAE, including increased troop deployments and air force activity.
Horizon: 7–14 days