The missile exchange marked a major escalation in the already tense region. But Israel and Iran both say they will stop attacking each other, with conditions.

(Corrects to show agreement waives U.S. sanctions on Iran, not international sanctions, in paragraph 10) By Steve Holland and Jihed Abidellaoui EVIAN-LES-BAINS, France/NABATIEH, Lebanon, June 17 (Reuters) - The U.

As it braces for a possible U.S.-Iranian peace deal, Israel now knows that if it responds forcefully to attacks by Hezbollah, Iran may strike Israel with missiles.

Israel and Iran agree to stop strikes for now as President Trump says there's a "good chance" for a deal with Tehran in the coming days.

The Iranian missile hit Soroka Medical Center, a major hospital in southern Israel, and about 80 people suffered minor injuries, hospital officials said.

The conflict between Israel and Hezbollah, an Iranian-backed militia, is complicating efforts to end the war in Iran.