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The US military struck Iranian missile and drone storage facilities and coastal radar sites after an Iranian drone attack on a commercial vessel in the Strait of Hormuz. Tehran warned Washington of consequences, while the latest exchange put the fragile ceasefire under renewed pressure.
Donald Trump reportedly assured Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that any agreement with Iran would address Tehran’s nuclear programme, missile capabilities and support for Hezbollah. Reports say Trump made clear that there would be no deal unless key Israeli security concerns were covered.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan accused Israel of escalating tensions through attacks in Syria and Lebanon, saying the silence of the international community had emboldened Israel. He warned that regional instability could threaten peace, security and Turkey’s own interests.
Taiwan fired US-supplied HIMARS rockets from its western coast into waters facing China for the first time during a live-fire military drill. The exercise demonstrated Taiwan’s “shoot-and-scoot” capability and how the island could respond to a possible Chinese invasion.
The Israeli Air Force struck military targets in western and central Iran after missile fire from Tehran, according to the Israeli military. Iranian media reported explosions in Tehran, Tabriz and Isfahan, while airspace around Tehran’s main airport was closed after the attack.
Israel came under renewed missile threats as Iran fired ballistic missiles and alerts were triggered over projectiles from Yemen’s Houthis. The IDF said defensive systems were working to counter the threat, while Home Front Command instructed people in affected areas to remain in protected spaces.
Tensions in the Gulf escalated sharply after Iran reportedly launched missile and drone attacks toward Kuwait and Bahrain. The Kuwaiti Army said its air defense systems were engaging incoming threats, while US Central Command stated that American forces carried out strikes against Iran in self-defense. Explosions were also reported on Iran’s Qeshm Island as the situation continued to develop.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Italy on Tuesday for key talks with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni. The meeting in Rome highlights growing India-Italy ties and comes amid increasing global focus on economic and strategic partnerships.
Russian President Vladimir Putin’s Beijing visit and his meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping come at a crucial time for global politics. The talks reflect stronger China-Russia ties amid rising tensions with the United States and the ongoing Ukraine war.
A shooting incident was reported near the White House, prompting an immediate response from the United States Secret Service. Officials confirmed that a suspect was shot by an agent after gunfire was detected in the vicinity of the high-security zone.
A drone strike has been reported in Fujairah in the United Arab Emirates, where an oil depot and a nearby tanker were affected, triggering a fire. According to initial reports, three Indian nationals sustained injuries and have been admitted to hospital for treatment.
The United States has announced an operation named “Project Freedom” to assist ships stranded in the Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing regional tensions. President Donald Trump said the initiative is intended to ensure safe navigation and support vessels affected by disruptions in the critical maritime route.
