Israeli forces have launched new strikes on Hezbollah command centers in Beirut along with Iranian targets. No sirens sounded in areas in Israel where long-range projectiles fired from Lebanon hit. 
Hezbollah fired several missiles from Lebanon in the attack, claiming to have targeted the IDF Home Front Command headquarters in Ramle. IDF has said that it was a private facility. IDF admits that it failed to stop Hezbollah rocket, calling it an isolated incident. 

Israeli Military Caught Off Guard, Hezbollah Rocket Strikes Breaches Iron Dome

Iran has vowed to move from "reciprocal hits" to continuous, relentless strikes against Israel and U.S. bases in the region, declaring that their retaliatory operations will not end until the "aggressors" are defeated. 


US-Iran War: Iran Vows To 'Continously' Strike US-Israel Targets

The Israeli military has announced that it has begun extensive waves of attacks on Beirut in Lebanon and Iran simultaneously. Lebanon is where Hezbollah is headquartered, and Beirut hosts many of their operation centres. The IDF claims that the Islamic Republic is firing missiles and drones from densely populated residential areas, endangering the people of Iran themselves. Israeli forces state that these actions are deliberate and directly expose Iranian civilians to danger, both during the use of these launches and during their destruction by the Israeli air force. This explanation comes as Israeli forces justify targeting what is being described as civilian areas. Earlier footage showed a projectile hitting a residential area in Beirut. The IDF also stated that due to the precision of their strikes, a bridge remains intact after the impact.


US-Iran War: Israel Launches Simultaneous Attacks on Iran, Lebanon

At least four people were ​killed when an Israeli strike hit an apartment ‌in the Ramada hotel building in central Beirut early on Sunday, with Israel saying it targeted Iranian commanders operating in the Lebanese capital.
The ​attack marked the first Israeli strike to hit ​the heart of Beirut since Israel-Hezbollah hostilities resumed last ⁠week.


US-Iran War: Iran Accuses Israel of Killing 4 Diplomats in 'Terrorist Attack'

The Strait of Hormuz—a narrow waterway between Iran and Oman—is the world’s most critical oil chokepoint. Around 20 million barrels of oil per day pass through it, accounting for roughly 20% of global oil consumption.


US-Israel War with Iran: how Strait Of Hormuz chokes global oil supply | 25% of seaborne oil at risk

Two drones crashed near Dubai International Airport in Dubai, leaving four people injured, according to the Dubai Media Office. Emergency teams responded quickly to the incident while authorities secured the area around the crash site.

Officials confirmed that despite the drone incident, air traffic operations at the airport continued normally with no major disruptions to flights. Investigations are underway to determine the origin of the drones and the circumstances that led to the crash.

US-Iran War: Two Drones Crash Near Dubai Airport, Four Injured, Flights Continue 

Iran has ruled out any ceasefire with the United States and Israel, warning that continued attacks will trigger a powerful retaliation. Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said the “aggressor must be punished and taught a lesson,” signalling Tehran’s intent to continue military operations.

Ghalibaf also warned that any strike on Iran’s infrastructure would be answered with a similar attack, declaring an “eye for an eye” response policy amid the intensifying conflict.

US-Iran War: Iran Rejects Ceasefire With US-Israel, Vows ‘Eye For Eye’ Retaliation

The United States military says it has destroyed 16 Iranian mine-laying boats in the Strait of Hormuz. The action targeted vessels believed to be capable of deploying naval mines in the strategic waterway. The U.S. military said the operation was aimed at protecting commercial shipping and preventing threats to maritime traffic passing through the strait. The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world’s most critical energy chokepoints, carrying a major share of global oil and LNG shipments.


US-Iran War: US Says it destroyed 16 Iranian mine-laying boats in Strait Of Hormuz 

Australia has granted asylum to seven members of the Iran women's national football team, including two additional players who recently sought protection after initially remaining behind. The group had traveled abroad for a tournament but refused to return to Iran amid fears of retaliation during the ongoing war climate.

Earlier, five players were granted asylum by Australia, while another player and a member of the coaching staff later chose to stay and apply for protection as well. The athletes reportedly faced intense backlash at home and were branded “war-time traitors” by hardline voices after their decision not to return.

US-Iran War: Iran Women Footballers Evacuated After Player Reveals Safe House Location

The United States has warned Russia against sharing sensitive intelligence with Iran that could help Tehran target American forces or assets in the region. U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff said Washington had strongly communicated its concerns to Moscow amid reports that Russia may have passed targeting information to Iran.
According to Witkoff, Russian officials told Donald Trump during a recent call that Moscow was not sharing intelligence about U.S. military assets with Iran. However, Washington indicated it would be deeply concerned if such cooperation were taking place.

US-Iran war: US warns Russia over sharing intelligence with Iran amid escalating war

Multiple explosions were reported across Doha, the capital of Qatar, as tensions from the widening West Asia conflict continue to escalate. Witnesses reported a series of loud blasts across the city while authorities confirmed air-defence systems were activated to intercept incoming missiles.

Qatar’s defence ministry said the country’s military intercepted a missile attack targeting its territory, as regional retaliation linked to the ongoing Iran-Israel war spread across the Gulf.

US-Iran War: Blasts Rock Doha as Iran Strikes Enter Day 12 

Iran has strongly condemned the latest strikes by the United States and Israel, accusing the two countries of targeting ordinary people and residential neighbourhoods across Iran. Iranian officials claim several civilian areas were hit during the attacks as tensions in the region continue to escalate.

An Iranian army spokesperson warned that Tehran would retaliate for what it described as attacks on civilians. The statement comes amid intensifying military exchanges and growing fears of a wider regional conflict.

US-Iran War: Iran Condemns US-Israel Strikes, Says Residential Areas & Civilians Targeted 

Democratic lawmakers in the United States have pushed back against President Donald Trump’s claims that the war with Iran is nearing its end. Critics say the situation on the ground remains volatile and caution against declaring victory too soon.


US-Iran War: Democrats challenge Trump’s Iran war claims, say Iran does not have Tomahawk missiles

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has claimed responsibility for fresh strikes targeting U.S. military facilities across the Middle East. Iranian media reported missile attacks on American bases in the UAE, Bahrain and Iraq’s Kurdistan region as part of Tehran’s retaliation campaign.


US-Iran War: IRGC targets US bases in UAE, Bahrain & Kurdistan 

Germany’s Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul has visited Israel amid the ongoing war involving Iran, marking the first visit by a senior foreign official since the air campaign began. During the trip, Wadephul met Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar and toured the site of a recent Iranian missile attack.


US-Iran War: Europe Split Over War But Stands By US Alliance 

The war between Iran and Israel has entered a dangerous new phase as Tehran deploys heavier ballistic missiles and vows to launch warheads weighing over one ton. Officials from the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps say future strikes will carry far larger explosive payloads, dramatically increasing their destructive power.


US-Iran War: Iran Unleashes Monster Missiles; Israel Launches Massive Strikes On Tehran |

As the Iran conflict raises fears of supply disruptions from the Gulf, there is an important detail often overlooked in the oil debate, not all crude oil is the same. Take a look at this next report for more.


US-Israel War With Iran: Replacing Gulf Crude Oil Is Not Simple

Escalating tensions in West Asia are beginning to ripple through India’s agricultural trade,
Disrupting key shipping lanes and putting billions of dollars’ worth of exports at risk.
Take a look at this next report for more.



US-Iran War: Indian Exports Face Disruption

 The war in west Asia is reshaping global energy markets, but it is also quietly influencing another major conflict thousands of kilometres away. Yes, Russia’s war in Ukraine. As supply disruptions spread across west Asia, Russia is emerging as a key beneficiary of the resulting energy shock

US-Iran War: how Russia benefits from war in West Asia

Iran has claimed to carry out its heaviest missile and drone strikes since the war began, targeting multiple Israeli cities and military-linked sites across the Middle East. Iranian state media said the barrage lasted several hours and involved large numbers of ballistic missiles and drones.

Air-raid sirens reportedly sounded in cities across Israel, including Tel Aviv, Haifa, and Jerusalem, as Israel activated its air-defense systems to intercept incoming missiles.

Israel-Iran War: Iran Launches Heaviest Missile Barrage On Israel, Strikes Targets Across Gulf

Rising tensions between Israel and Iran are triggering fears of a possible fuel price hike in India, leaving motorists and cab drivers worried about the impact on their daily earnings.

Drivers across major Indian cities say even a small increase in petrol prices could significantly affect their livelihoods, as fuel accounts for a major portion of operating costs for taxis and ride-hailing vehicles. Many drivers fear prolonged volatility in global oil markets could force oil companies to raise prices at the pump.

India imports nearly 85–88% of its crude oil, making the country highly sensitive to global supply disruptions and price fluctuations

Israel-Iran War Sparks Fuel Price Fears As Indian Drivers Brace

The conflict in the Middle East has escalated sharply as Israel Defense Forces launched a new wave of drone and air strikes across Lebanon, marking the second week of an expanding offensive against the Iran-backed group Hezbollah.

According to UN estimates, nearly 700,000 people have been displaced in just days as bombardments intensify across Beirut’s southern suburbs and southern Lebanon. The fighting has already killed hundreds of people and wounded more than a thousand, creating one of the largest displacement crises Lebanon has seen in recent years.

Israel-Iran War: Hezbollah Rockets Pound Israel, IDF Strikes Southern Lebanon Positions

Tensions in the Iran war have intensified after Tehran accused Washington of spreading “lies” about the conflict while secretly launching attacks from bases across the Gulf region. Iranian officials claim video evidence released by United States Central Command shows American HIMARS rocket systems being used from neighboring countries to strike Iranian targets.

The U.S. has not disclosed the exact location of these launch sites, fueling speculation that American forces could be operating from Gulf bases within range of Iran’s southern coast. Military analysts note that the HIMARS system can strike targets 300–500 km away, meaning launchers positioned along the Persian Gulf could hit strategic Iranian infrastructure.

US-Iran War: Iran Accuses US Of War ‘Lies’, Accuses US Of Using Gulf Bases 

The United States military says it has destroyed 16 Iranian mine-laying boats in the Strait of Hormuz. The vessels were believed to be capable of deploying naval mines in the strategic waterway.

U.S. officials said the operation was aimed at safeguarding commercial shipping and preventing threats to maritime traffic moving through the strait. The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world’s most critical energy chokepoints, carrying a major share of global oil and LNG shipments.

The strikes come amid the ongoing conflict with Iran, which has disrupted shipping in the region and heightened concerns over global energy supplies.

US-Iran War: US Central Command Releases Footage Of Minelayers Being Hit

A drone attack has struck a U.S. diplomatic facility in Baghdad, Iraq, in what officials suspect may be a retaliatory move by pro-Tehran militias amid the escalating regional conflict. The incident comes as tensions between Iran and the United States continue to rise.

Sources say the strike targeted a diplomatic support site linked to U.S. operations in Iraq. Security agencies are investigating the attack, while authorities have increased alert levels around American installations in the region.


US-Iran War: Drone Strikes US Diplomatic Facility In Iraq As Iran War Expands

The conflict in the Middle East has escalated sharply as Israel Defense Forces launched a new wave of drone and air strikes across Lebanon, marking the second week of an expanding offensive against the Iran-backed group Hezbollah.

According to UN estimates, nearly 700,000 people have been displaced in just days as bombardments intensify across Beirut’s southern suburbs and southern Lebanon. The fighting has already killed hundreds of people and wounded more than a thousand, creating one of the largest displacement crises Lebanon has seen in recent years

Israel-Iran War: Lebanon Under Massive Israeli Assault, Calls For Direct Talks With Israel 

US-Iran War: Germany Pushes For Talks Amid War; European Nations Fears Wider War

The escalating Iran war has now struck the heart of Gulf energy infrastructure. A suspected drone strike triggered a fire at the massive Ruwais Industrial Complex in the United Arab Emirates, forcing authorities to shut down the country’s flagship refinery as a precaution.

The facility is operated by Abu Dhabi National Oil Company and can process around 922,000 barrels of crude oil per day, making it one of the largest single-site refineries in the world. Emergency teams rushed to contain the fire after the strike, though officials say there were no reported injuries.

US-Iran War: Drone Strike Shuts UAE’s Ruwais Refinery As Iran War Hits Gulf Oil 

US-Iran War: US Destroys 16 Iranian Mine-Laying Boats In Strait Of Hormuz | WION

The United States military says it has destroyed 16 Iranian mine-laying boats in the Strait of Hormuz. The action targeted vessels believed to be capable of deploying naval mines in the strategic waterway.

The U.S. military said the operation was aimed at protecting commercial shipping and preventing threats to maritime traffic passing through the strait. The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world’s most critical energy chokepoints, carrying a major share of global oil and LNG shipments.

The strikes come amid ongoing conflict with Iran that has disrupted shipping and raised concerns over global energy supplies.

US-Iran War: US Says It Destroyed 16 Iranian Mine-Laying Boats In Strait Of Hormuz | WION

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