A new Maariv poll reveals that Israel’s wartime political coalition has lost its early surge in public support, even as the Likud remains the largest party in voter preference. The results suggest that initial rally‑around‑the‑flag sentiment may be cooling, and domestic politics are once again in focus amid the ongoing conflict.

Israeli Coalition Loses Wartime Boost | Likud Still Largest in New Poll

Operations at the Port of Fujairah, one of the world’s key oil storage and bunkering hubs, have been partially suspended following a reported drone attack. Authorities in the Fujairah confirmed that some port operations were halted as a precaution while security assessments are underway.

Iran Drones Hit Key UAE Oil Port | Fujairah Suspends Operations

Iran’s Abbas Araghchi has issued a strong warning to the United States and American companies operating in the Gulf region, amid the ongoing Middle East war involving Iran and U.S. military action. Tehran has threatened that U.S. firms and infrastructure tied to American interests in the Gulf could be targeted if the conflict escalates and U.S. forces continue offensive operations.

Breaking: Iran Threatens to Hit U.S. Companies in Gulf 

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has claimed that multiple U.S. military bases in the region have been hit in a fresh series of attacks, underscoring the intensifying conflict between Tehran and Washington amid the ongoing Iran war. Iran’s leadership has also indicated that the country is prepared for a longer war and aims to impose sustained costs on its adversaries in response to foreign military pressure

US-Iran War | IRGC: Multiple U.S. Bases Hit in Fresh Attacks | Tehran Prepares for Longer War

The Speaker of Iran’s Parliament has accused the United States of making the Middle East a battleground by placing U.S. military bases across the region, claiming that Washington has sacrificed its allies in favor of Israel’s strategic goals. Iranian officials argue that the presence of foreign military installations has increased the likelihood of attacks and instability, and has made American bases and partners legitimate targets in the ongoing conflict.

Breaking: Iran Parliament Speaker: U.S. Sacrifices Allies for Israel

New reports and a video circulating online suggest that missiles may have been launched from Bahrain toward Iran, fueling speculation about whether the United States is using bases in the Gulf for strikes. The footage appears to show launches from the HIMARS rocket system, which is operated by the United States Central Command. While the video has not been independently verified, it has triggered fresh debate about the widening scope of the Iran conflict and the possible involvement of Gulf-based US military assets.


Iran War: US Launching Iran Strikes From Gulf? Video Shows Missiles Fired From Bahrain

The United States Department of Defense has provided new details on major U.S. strikes against Iran’s strategic Kharg Island, where American forces destroyed more than 90 Iranian military targets in a large‑scale air operation. President Donald Trump described the assault as one of the most powerful bombing raids in Middle Eastern history and emphasized that oil export infrastructure was intentionally spared for now.

Breaking: U.S. Strikes Over 90 Targets on Iran’s Kharg Island | Pentagon Details

Amid escalating tensions in the Gulf, Australia is deploying a Boeing E‑7A Wedgetail AEW&C aircraft along with air-to-air missiles to the region to support allied operations alongside the U.S. and Israel. This move is part of efforts to strengthen air defense capabilities and protect strategic shipping lanes and energy infrastructure amid the ongoing conflict with Iran.

Breaking: US-Israeli War on Iran | Australia sending E-7A Wedgetail & Air-to-Air Missiles to the Gulf

Iran has issued a serious warning to the United Arab Emirates, saying it could target ports, docks, and facilities linked to the United States amid ongoing regional tensions. The announcement raises concerns about maritime security in the Gulf and potential disruptions to shipping and energy trade.

Breaking: Iran Warns UAE That It Will Target Ports, Docks & "American Shelters"

Yemen’s Iran‑aligned Houthi rebels have publicly signaled their readiness to support Tehran in the broader Middle East conflict, expressing solidarity amid rising tensions between Iran and the U.S.–Israel coalition. While the group has not yet launched direct military intervention, its statements reflect deep political alignment with Iran’s position and show how regional alliances may be shifting.

Israel-Iran War: Yemen’s Houthis Back Tehran Amid Rising Middle East Tensions 

U.S. President Donald Trump has acknowledged that his vision for how the conflict with Iran should conclude may differ from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s expectations, highlighting emerging strategic differences between Washington and Jerusalem.

U.S.-Israel Rift? Trump’s Iran Strategy May Diverge From Netanyahu 

Speculation regarding the whereabouts and status of Esmail Qaani, the commander of Iran's elite Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Quds Force, has intensified following his absence from high-profile public events, including Quds Day, amid reports suggesting he may have been detained or executed over alleged espionage links to Israel. 


Quds Force General Qaani's 'Quds Day' Absence Fuels Speculation

US President Donald Trump has rejected a proposal from Russian President Vladimir Putin to move Iran’s uranium stockpile to Russia, according to an Axios report.

The proposal reportedly suggested transferring Iran’s uranium to Russian territory as part of efforts to manage the nuclear issue amid the ongoing conflict.

However, Trump declined the offer, the report said, underscoring continued tensions and competing diplomatic approaches over Iran’s nuclear programme during the war.

US-Iran War: Trump Rejects Putin Proposal To Move Iran’s Uranium To Russia: Report | WION Breaking

All six crew members aboard a US KC-135 refuelling aircraft that crashed in western Iraq have been confirmed dead, according to US Central Command.

The aircraft went down during a mission supporting the US campaign against Iran. Two KC-135 tankers were involved in the operation, but the second aircraft landed safely. Officials say the crash occurred in what the military described as “friendly airspace.”

US officials have said the incident was not caused by hostile or friendly fire, and the cause of the crash is under investigation.

The loss of the tanker and its crew highlights the risks facing US forces as the war with Iran continues to escalate across the region.


Iran War Latest: All 6 US Crew Confirmed Dead After KC-135 Refuelling Plane Crash In Iraq

The United States has announced a reward of up to $10 million for information on leaders of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC).

Authorities say individuals who provide credible information could receive financial compensation as well as relocation assistance. The offer is part of efforts by US officials to gather intelligence on IRGC leadership and activities.

The announcement comes amid heightened tensions involving Iran and its regional network. US officials say the reward programme is aimed at encouraging sources to share information that could help authorities identify and track key IRGC figures.

US Announces $10 Mn Reward For Information on IRGC Leaders

Saudi Arabia’s stock market has climbed despite escalating tensions in the Gulf, with the Tadawul All Share Index (TASI) now trading higher than its level before the war began.

Market gains suggest investor confidence in Saudi Arabia’s economic resilience even as conflict in the region disrupts energy markets and shipping routes.

US-Iran War: Saudi Stocks Rise Despite Gulf Turmoil; Tadawul Index Higher Than Pre-War Levels | WION

US President Donald Trump says American forces carried out what he described as one of the most powerful bombing raids in the history of West Asia, targeting military installations on Iran’s Kharg Island.

Trump said US forces “totally obliterated” military targets on the island but deliberately avoided hitting its oil infrastructure. Kharg Island is a strategic hub that handles a large share of Iran’s crude oil exports.

The US president also warned that Iran’s oil facilities on the island could be targeted in the future if Tehran interferes with shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most critical energy routes.

The strike marks a major escalation in the ongoing conflict between Iran and the US-Israel alliance.


US-Iran War: Trump Says US Bombed Iran’s Kharg Island In ‘Most Powerful Raid In West Asia’ | WION

US President Donald Trump says American forces carried out what he described as one of the most powerful bombing raids in the history of West Asia, targeting military installations on Iran’s Kharg Island.

Trump said US forces “totally obliterated” military targets on the island but deliberately avoided hitting its oil infrastructure. Kharg Island is a strategic hub that handles a large share of Iran’s crude oil exports.

The US president also warned that Iran’s oil facilities on the island could be targeted in the future if Tehran interferes with shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most critical energy routes.

The strike marks a major escalation in the ongoing conflict between Iran and the US-Israel alliance.

US-Iran War: Trump Says US Bombed Iran’s Kharg Island In ‘Most Powerful Raid In West Asia’ |Breaking

US President Donald Trump has said American forces deliberately avoided targeting oil infrastructure during strikes on Iran’s Kharg Island.

Speaking after the raid, Trump said the United States chose not to attack the island’s oil facilities even as military targets were hit during the operation. Kharg Island is a key hub for Iran’s crude exports and sits near the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global energy shipping route.

Trump also warned that oil infrastructure could become a target if shipping through the Strait of Hormuz is disrupted during the ongoing conflict.

US-Iran War: Trump Says US Spared Oil Facilities In Strike On Iran’s Kharg Island | WION Breaking

Explosions have been reported in Doha, Qatar, after authorities evacuated key areas in the city.

Witnesses reported loud blasts across parts of the capital following the evacuation, though details about the cause and damage remain unclear. Officials have not yet released full information on the incident.

US-Iran War: Explosions Heard In Doha After Key Areas Evacuated Amid Rising Gulf Tensions | Breaking

US President Donald Trump has claimed that Iran is “about to surrender” as the war between Iran and the US-Israel alliance enters its 14th day. The remark was reportedly made during a call with G7 leaders, according to officials familiar with the discussion.

Meanwhile, US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth said American and Israeli forces have struck more than 15,000 targets across Iran since the conflict began, averaging over 1,000 strikes a day.

Airstrikes have targeted multiple Iranian cities including Tehran, with missile launchers, air defence systems and weapons facilities among the reported targets. Iran has continued retaliatory drone and missile attacks as the conflict intensifies across the region.

US-Iran War: Trump Claims Iran “About To Surrender” As War Enters Day 14 | WION

The United States and Israel have struck more than 15,000 targets inside Iran since the war began, according to US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth. Officials say the joint campaign has averaged over 1,000 strikes per day, targeting military infrastructure across the country.

The strikes are part of a coordinated US-Israeli military campaign against Iranian military facilities, missile launchers and defence systems as the conflict intensifies across the region.

The announcement underscores the scale of the ongoing air campaign as Iran continues retaliatory missile and drone attacks against Israeli and US interests in the region.

US-Iran War: US-Israel Hit 15,000 Targets In Iran As War Intensifies | WION

Iran has launched a new wave of missiles and drones toward Israel, according to the Israeli military. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) said it detected incoming projectiles and activated its defensive systems to intercept the threat.

Iran Strikes Back: Iran Launches New Wave Of Missiles, Drones At Israel | WION Breaking

US President Donald Trump has reportedly declined a proposal from Russian President Vladimir Putin to relocate Iran’s uranium stockpile to Russia, according to a report by Axios.

The proposal involved moving Iran’s enriched uranium to Russian territory as part of efforts to address concerns surrounding Tehran’s nuclear programme amid the ongoing conflict.

However, Trump rejected the idea, the report said, highlighting continued disagreements over how to manage Iran’s nuclear issue during the escalating war.

Iran-US War: Trump Turns Down Putin Proposal To Transfer Iran’s Uranium To Russia: Report | Breaking

Iran has launched missiles and drones at targets across the Gulf, including Saudi oil facilities and cities in the United Arab Emirates, as the regional war continues to escalate.

Saudi Arabia said its air defences intercepted several drones heading toward strategic energy infrastructure, including the Shaybah oil field, while other missiles were also shot down.

In the UAE, air defence systems intercepted incoming missiles and drones aimed at the country, with debris from interceptions causing damage in parts of Dubai.

The attacks come as Iran expands its retaliation campaign against Gulf states seen as hosting US military assets or supporting the US-Israel war effort.


US-Iran War: Iran Launches Missiles And Drones At Saudi Oil Sites, UAE Cities As War Spreads 

The United States is preparing to deploy additional Marines to help secure the Strait of Hormuz as tensions in the region continue to escalate.

US-Iran War: US To Deploy More Marines To Secure Strait Of Hormuz Amid Rising Tensions | WION

A growing number of supertankers are reportedly building up in the Red Sea as Saudi Arabia races to bypass the Strait of Hormuz amid rising regional tensions.

The shift in shipping routes comes as energy exporters look for alternatives to the strategic waterway, one of the world’s most critical oil transit chokepoints. Increased tanker movement through the Red Sea highlights the impact of the ongoing conflict on global energy logistics and maritime trade.

Energy markets are closely watching developments as changes in tanker routes could affect oil supply flows and shipping costs worldwide.

US-Iran War: Supertankers Build Up In Red Sea As Saudis Race To Bypass Strait Of Hormuz | Breaking

France and Italy have reportedly opened diplomatic channels with Iran to discuss the safety of commercial ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz, according to media reports.

The talks aim to secure guarantees for European vessels navigating the strategic waterway, a critical global oil chokepoint disrupted by the ongoing Iran war.

Shipping traffic through the strait has slowed sharply since US-Israeli strikes on Iran triggered retaliatory threats and attacks, pushing oil prices higher and raising fears of a global energy crisis.

However, Italian officials have denied negotiating a special deal with Tehran, saying diplomatic contacts are focused on broader de-escalation rather than arrangements for specific ships.

US-Iran War: Reports: France, Italy Dial Iran Seeking Safe Passage For Ships Through Hormuz | WION

India is repatriating 183 Iranian sailors who had been sheltered in Kochi.

Indian authorities had been hosting the crew of the vessel IRIS Lavan in Kochi. Arrangements are now underway for their return to Iran.

US-Iran War: India Repatriating 183 Iranian Sailors Sheltered In Kochi | WION

Six countries have requested drone combat assistance from Ukraine, according to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.

Zelensky said Ukraine has already sent experts to three countries to help share battlefield experience and expertise in drone warfare.

US-Iran War: Six Countries Seek Ukraine Drone Combat Help, Zelensky Says Experts Sent Abroad | WION

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