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Hostilities escalate between Iran and Israel in blow to truce

Iran and Israel have exchanged strikes in the first time since the start of a truce on April 8, in a blow to the ceasefire and amid stalled talks between the US and Iran. US President Donald Trump has called for restraint, and has asked Iran to go back to the negotiating table FRANCE 24's. Noga Tarnopolsky has more from Jerusalem.

08 Jun 2026, 09:25 UTCSource: France24Original 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
Escalation63% model probability

Confirmation indicators

  • Increased activity on social media platforms from both sides, including inflammatory rhetoric and calls for action. A significant spike in global oil prices within the next 48 hours.
  • Time horizon: 7 days to two weeks
Horizon: 7–30 days
B
Status quo27% model probability

Confirmation indicators

  • Increased activity on social media platforms from both sides, including inflammatory rhetoric and calls for action. A significant spike in global oil prices within the next 48 hours.
  • Time horizon: 7 days to two weeks
Horizon: 7–30 days
C
De-escalation10% model probability

Confirmation indicators

  • Increased activity on social media platforms from both sides, including inflammatory rhetoric and calls for action. A significant spike in global oil prices within the next 48 hours.
  • Time horizon: 7 days to two weeks
Horizon: 7–30 days