The Shadow Foreign Affairs Minister has defended Israel’s right to continue its military operation in Lebanon, despite an MOU between the US and Iran which commits to an end to the war.

Vance said Israeli leaders shouldn't attack "the only powerful ally" it has "left in the entire world"

The US vice president said the 60-day period to reach a final deal is underway and each side is honoring its commitments so far. Follow for live updates.

Israel has rejected calls to withdraw troops from southern Lebanon, which it invaded in March in response to rocket fire by Hezbollah.

"If I was in the Cabinet of the Israeli government, I might not be attacking the only powerful ally that I have anywhere left in the entire world," Vance said.

India, June 20 -- US-Israel-Iran War Latest News: The Middle East situation took a dramatic turn over the weekend when Israeli attacks were reported from various parts of Lebanon, despite diplomatic efforts being pursued between the US and Iran in Switzerland.

Iran accused the U.S. and Israel of violating the memorandum of understanding by Israeli troops not withdrawing from southern Lebanon. however, U.S. central command took to social media maintaining

Peace talks between the US and Iran in Switzerland have been urgently expanded to include the Israel-Hezbollah conflict, marking a significant shift in US strategy. The Strait of Hormuz remains a point of contention,