US-Israeli strikes hit a heavy water reactor in central Iran, Iranian media reported on Friday.
Earlier, Iran's Isfahan came under attack.  Iran's largest atomic scientific center, located south east of Isfahan city.
Air strikes struck multiple areas of Tehran also, with explosions reported across several districts and nearby towns. The Israeli military also announced a new wave of attacks targeting the Islamic Republic, after which explosions were heard across central, western, eastern and northern parts of the capital.

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Israel Defence Minister Israel Katz announced that IDF will intensify its strikes on Iran. This came after Tehran continued its retaliatory attacks on Tel Aviv as well as U.S. bases in West Asia. On the other hand, IRGC reiterated that Strait of Hormuz will remain closed to U.S. and its allies.

Israel Attacks Isfahan Which Houses Nuclear Site, Tehran Issues Hormuz Warning

From diplomacy to deployment, signs of a further escalation in West Asia are growing stronger. As talks stall, U.S, Iran and Israel are shoring up its forces raising fears of a further prolonger war.


US-Iran War: Iran Ready With 1 Million Soldiers, IDF 'Could Collapse' Says Israeli Army Chief

Amid the ongoing Israel–Iran war, reports suggest Israel’s military chief has warned Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of serious strain on the IDF, citing manpower shortages and operational pressure. The warning highlights concerns over long-term readiness as the conflict expands across multiple fronts and intensifies regional tensions.

Israel-Iran War: Israel's Chief of Staff Cautions Netanyahu of Potential IDF Collapse

Israel has launched a fresh wave of airstrikes targeting military infrastructure in Tehran and Isfahan, marking a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict. Reports indicate multiple sites were hit as part of efforts to weaken Iran’s capabilities, raising fears of further retaliation and wider regional instability.

Breaking: Israel Carries Out Fresh Wave of Strikes on Tehran, Isfahan 

Group of Seven foreign ministers met on Friday in France to discuss the Russia-Ukraine conflict, with deep divisions apparent over the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran, following U.S. President Donald Trump’s repeated complaints that America’s allies have ignored or rejected requests for help in the military operation and in confronting Iran’s retaliatory attacks, including the closure of the Strait of Hormuz to most international shipping.


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Israeli forces have advanced deeper into southern Lebanon amid the ongoing war with Hezbollah, resulting in hundreds of deaths and a massive humanitarian crisis. Over a million Lebanese civilians have been displaced, infrastructure damaged, and desperate families seek shelter as regional tensions spread.

Israel Pushes Deeper Into Lebanon, Hundreds Killed, Millions Displaced as Lebanon Bears War Cost

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman met Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in Jeddah for talks on regional developments and the ongoing Ukraine conflict.

The meeting focused on the broader regional escalation and the situation in Ukraine. Photos released from the meeting showed both leaders holding bilateral talks with officials present.


Saudi Crown Prince Meets Zelensky In Jeddah, Discusses Ukraine War | WION

Israeli defence forces scrambled to intercept a record barrage of rockets and missiles fired by Hezbollah amid escalating tensions in the region. The unprecedented attack marks one of the most intense exchanges in recent years, raising fears of a broader military escalation.

Hezbollah Fires Record Barrage of Rockets and Missiles: Israeli Defences Scramble For Safety

Israeli airstrikes have pounded buildings in Beirut’s southern suburbs, leaving large swaths of the city devastated and contributing to a deepening humanitarian crisis in Lebanon. As part of the broader 2026 conflict involving Israel and Iranian‑backed Hezbollah, more than 1,000 civilians have been killed and over one million people displaced from their homes, according to local authorities and international reports.


Israeli Airstrikes Hit Building in Beirut's Suburbs |Over 1000 Killed, More Than 1Mn Displaced

Israeli Defences Scramble as Hezbollah Fires Record Barrage of Rockets and Missiles

Reports indicate that interceptor missile stockpiles in both the United States and Israel are under immense strain due to prolonged conflict with Iran. Military analysts warn this could impact defensive capabilities and require urgent resupply or production increases as regional tensions escalate.

US-Iran War: U.S. And Israel's Interceptor Stockpiles Are Reportedly Under Immense Strain

At least three soldiers from Israel were killed during fighting against Hezbollah along the border with Lebanon, as clashes continue to intensify between the two sides. The incident underscores the growing risks of escalation along Israel’s northern frontier amid ongoing cross-border exchanges of fire.


Israel-Hezbollah Conflict: Three Israeli Soldiers Die During Fight Against Hezbollah

Researchers have alleged that Israel used white phosphorus munitions over civilian-populated areas during its conflict with Lebanon, raising fresh concerns about humanitarian risks in the ongoing border fighting. White phosphorus can be used for smoke screens and illumination, but its deployment near civilian zones remains highly controversial under international humanitarian law.


Israel-Lebanon War: Researchers Say Israel Used White Phosphorous Over Civilian Areas

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is trying to avoid snap elections by securing passage of the national budget, as recent polls show no clear gain from the Iran war for his coalition.

Israel Election: Netanyahu Seeks to Avoid Snap Vote as Iran War Fails to Boost Polls

Israeli troops have pushed deeper into villages in southern Lebanon as ground operations against Hezbollah continue to expand along the border region. The Israeli military says the operation aims to push Hezbollah fighters away from northern Israeli communities and dismantle militant infrastructure near the frontier. The advance marks a significant escalation in cross-border fighting, raising concerns of a wider regional spillover as clashes intensify across multiple fronts in West Asia.


Israeli Troops Push Deeper Into Southern Lebanon Villages 

India’s External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar has pushed back against suggestions that India could mediate in the US-Iran conflict.

Speaking at an all-party meeting, Jaishankar said India cannot act as a “broker nation,” rejecting comparisons with Pakistan’s offer to facilitate talks between Washington and Tehran.

He emphasised that India follows an independent foreign policy and is focused on de-escalation rather than inserting itself as an intermediary.

The remarks come amid ongoing diplomatic manoeuvres in the region, with Pakistan offering to host talks and position itself as a mediator in the conflict.

US-Iran War: Indian EAM Jaishankar Counters Opposition, Says India Not a 'Broker Nation' | WION

The US military has claimed it carried out strikes targeting Bandar Abbas, a key port city in southern Iran.

Bandar Abbas is a strategic hub near the Strait of Hormuz, making it a critical location for Iran’s military and energy infrastructure.

US-Israel Strike Iran: US Military Claims Strikes on Bandar Abbas in Iran | WION

In a major geopolitical signal, Iran has said the Strait of Hormuz remains open—but only for “friendly” nations like India.

Amid ongoing conflict, Tehran has allowed select vessels to pass while restricting access for countries it considers hostile. Iranian officials have emphasized that nations not supporting aggression can still benefit from safe passage—under their terms.

For India, this is crucial.

US-Iran War: Tehran Says 'Strait Of Hormuz Open' For Friendly Nations Like India | WION 

Iran has rejected US claims that negotiations are underway, with Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stating there are no talks taking place and that exchanges via intermediaries do not amount to negotiations.

The White House, however, continues to insist that discussions with Tehran are ongoing and “productive,” despite Iran’s public denial.

Tensions escalated further after the White House warned that President Donald Trump is prepared to “unleash hell” if Iran refuses to accept a deal to end the conflict.

Iran has also rejected a US-backed proposal to end the war, saying any resolution must be on its own terms, even as indirect channels remain active through mediators.


Iran-US War: Trump Warns to “Unleash Hell” If Iran Refuses Deal | WION

At the UN, Danny Danon sidesteps a reporter’s question on Israel’s nuclear weapons, reigniting debate over nuclear double standards in the Middle East.

Why can Israel have nukes? UN Reporter presses Israeli Ambassador Danny Danon on double standards

US-Iran War: US Military Claims Strikes on Bandar Abbas in Iran | WION

Iran has launched missiles and drones targeting the United Arab Emirates, marking another escalation in the widening regional conflict.

The UAE Ministry of Defence confirmed that its air defence systems were activated in response to incoming threats, intercepting missiles and drones over its territory.


Iran Strikes Back: Iran Launches Missiles, Drones at UAE as Air Defences Intercept Attack | Breaking

The ongoing Gulf crisis is reshaping global energy priorities, as countries increasingly prioritise energy security and affordability over decarbonisation goals.

Disruptions in oil and gas supplies, particularly around key routes like the Strait of Hormuz, have triggered renewed reliance on fossil fuels amid rising volatility.

As governments scramble to stabilise supply and control prices, the path to net zero is facing fresh uncertainty, raising questions about the future of climate commitments.

US-Iran War: Energy Security Replaces Decarbonisation as Top Priority | World Business Watch

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