Even the prospect of civil war cannot be ruled out,' an expert tracking growing violence in the West Bank told Newsweek.

DUBAI - Iranian authorities have arrested hundreds of people and executed half a dozen in a sweeping security crackdown that analysts say is aimed at exerting control after a brief but punishing war with Israel exposed Iran’s deep infiltration by Israeli intelligence.

The ceasefire between Iran and Israel, announced by President Donald Trump on June 24, has held as of July 2, despite early accusations of violations. Both nations are resuming normal activities like reopening schools and airspace.