Israel and Iran engaged in long-range missile exchanges recently, marking the first instance of such actions since a ceasefire took effect two months ago. Despite both nations indicating a willingness to halt their attacks, these events have raised concerns about a potential escalation back to widespread conflict in the region.

Efforts are underway to prevent a return to full-scale hostilities. Former President Donald Trump, along with regional mediators, are actively working to salvage a peace agreement aimed at ending the war with Iran.

Report by Ali Rogin

Ali Rogin is known for her reporting on the Supreme Court and America’s judicial system for PBS News Hour. She earned a Peabody Award in 2021 for her contributions to the series on the COVID-19 pandemic’s global impact. Rogin has been recognized with two Edward R. Murrow Awards from the Radio Television Digital News Association. She has been part of teams nominated for an Emmy, including coverage of the fall of ISIS in 2020, the Las Vegas mass shooting in 2017, Barack Obama’s inauguration in 2014, and the 2010 midterm elections.

Coordinated by Winston Wilde

Winston Wilde serves as a coordinating producer at PBS News Weekend.