Former Pentagon adviser Douglas MacGregor has warned that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu could be dragging the United States deeper into the ongoing conflict in West Asia.

MacGregor said the war is likely to continue for weeks as tensions between Israel and Iran escalate and regional actors become increasingly involved.

He also warned that any move to close the Strait of Hormuz would be a “disaster” for global trade and energy markets. The strategic waterway is one of the world’s most critical oil shipping routes, carrying a significant portion of global crude exports.

US-Iran War: Douglas MacGregor Says Netanyahu Dragging US Into War | Gravitas

Democrats have begun pushing back against President Donald Trump’s decision to join Israel in military strikes on Iran, challenging his authority to wage war without United States Congress approval. Democrats are calling for votes on war powers resolutions to require congressional authorization and rein in unilateral executive action — though the Senate vote is expected to face steep odds.

Iran War Day 5: Democrats Challenge Trump's War Authority

Israel has warned that whoever becomes Iran’s next Supreme Leader could become a “target for elimination” if they continue hostile policies against Israel. The warning comes as Iran prepares to choose a successor after the killing of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.


US Strikes Iran: Israel Warns Iran’s Next Leader Could Be ‘Target For Elimination’ | WION 

As tensions escalate across West Asia, former Pentagon adviser Douglas MacGregor has said that India could play a crucial role in helping bring the conflict to an end.

MacGregor, who previously served as an adviser to the US Secretary of Defence, said India’s diplomatic influence may be key in efforts to de-escalate the widening crisis in the region.

US- Iran War: Douglas MacGregor Says India’s Role Crucial To Ending Escalating West Asia War | WION 

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has said the United States is “winning decisively” in the ongoing conflict with Iran.

Hegseth also said that the United States and Israel are moving towards achieving complete control of Iranian airspace. The remarks come amid escalating military tensions in the Middle East and continued operations involving US and Israeli forces.

US vs Iran: Pete Hegseth Says US ‘Winning Decisively’ As US And Israel Eye Control Of Iranian Skies

Iranian missiles and Lebanese rockets have simultaneously targeted central Israel, marking a significant escalation in the widening Middle East conflict. Sirens blared across major cities including Jerusalem and Tel Aviv as air defenses intercepted incoming barrages. The joint barrage — involving missiles from Iran and rockets from Hezbollah — has caused injuries and heightened tensions on multiple fronts.

Israel Strikes Lebanon: 11 Killed In Strikes On Southern Lebanon

The United States and Israel have carried out strikes targeting parts of Iran’s nuclear infrastructure, including facilities linked to the Natanz Nuclear Facility and the Isfahan Nuclear Technology and Research Center.

According to the UN nuclear watchdog, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), there has been no spike in radiation levels following the attacks. The agency said facilities containing nuclear material were not damaged and there is currently no risk of a radiological release.

US-Iran War: US And Israel Strike Iran’s Isfahan, Natanz Nuclear Sites; IAEA Says No Radiation Spike

Explosions have been reported across Iraq amid a widespread blackout, according to initial reports.

Security sources say drones were intercepted near Baghdad International Airport in the Iraqi capital, Baghdad.

US-Israel Strike Iran: Explosions Reported Across Iraq As Drones Intercepted Near Baghdad Airport

Iran’s armed forces have warned they may target Israeli missions around the world amid escalating tensions in the Middle East.

In a statement, Iran’s military said it could be “forced to target Israeli embassies” globally as the conflict with Israel intensifies. The warning signals the possibility of attacks on Israeli diplomatic facilities overseas.

US-Iran War: Iran Armed Forces Threaten To Target Israeli Missions And Embassies Worldwide | WION

Following border closures amid the escalating West Asia war, fuel and food supplies in the Gaza Strip are critically low, threatening hospitals, water systems, and daily life. Humanitarian agencies warn shortages could lead to a severe crisis, compounding years of war, displacement, and skyrocketing prices for essential goods, leaving civilians in Gaza particularly vulnerable.

Gaza Slides Toward Humanitarian Breakdown As West Asia War Disrupts Supplies | GRAVITAS

U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth says Operation Epic Fury is “laser-focused” on destroying Iran’s offensive missile systems, missile production facilities, naval assets, and security infrastructure. U.S. forces under United States Central Command have targeted Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps command centers, air defenses, drone launch sites, and airfields as the conflict intensifies.

Iran War Day 5: US Defence Secretary Hegseth Issues Remarks

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said President Donald Trump “has a vision here” regarding the ongoing  US–Israel military campaign against Iran, urging critics to step back. Bessent’s comments are seen as a strong endorsement of Trump’s war decisions as strikes continue across Tehran and the Gulf, even amid rising geopolitical tension and doubts about the conflict’s long-term strategy. 

US-Israel Attack Iran | 'Trump Has A Vision Here': Bessent Backs Iran War Decision 

The Israeli military said it was striking targets in central Tehran after clearing the path to the capital Saturday. Earlier, Iran fired missiles at targets in Israel and Gulf Arab states after vowing massive retaliation for the killing of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei by the United States and Israel.


Iran-Israel War: Explosions Rocks Northeastern Tehran

Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) have reportedly killed 50 people in Lebanon since Monday, as airstrikes continue across the country. Fresh strikes targeted a hotel and residential building in Beirut, causing damage and panic among civilians. The escalation comes amid ongoing regional tensions and retaliatory attacks, with Lebanese authorities warning of further potential casualties. Residents describe sirens, explosions, and heavy smoke as the conflict intensifies.

US-Iran War: IDF Strikes Kill 50 in Lebanon | Fresh Attacks Hit Beirut Hotel, Residential Building

A suspected Iranian drone strike hit near the U.S. Consulate in Dubai, causing a fire in the consulate parking area that was quickly contained, with no reported injuries. The strike comes amid a wave of Iranian drone and missile attacks across the Gulf, targeting U.S. diplomatic missions and allied locations, including sites in Saudi Arabia and Kuwait. Officials confirmed consulate personnel are safe and accounted for. The escalation highlights rising regional tensions, with Washington monitoring developments closely.


US-Iran War: US Shuts Embassies In Saudi Arabia, Kuwait & Beirut 

Israeli officials confirmed that multiple incoming projectiles were successfully intercepted by the country’s air defence systems amid ongoing regional escalation. Sirens were activated in several areas as defensive batteries engaged the threats. Authorities said the situation remains under assessment, with emergency services on standby.

Israel-Iran War: Israeli Officials: Multiple Projectiles Shot Down Amid Escalation

The Israel-Lebanon war is escalating as Israel has vowed to expand its strikes inside Lebanon following fresh rocket and drone fire by Hezbollah toward northern Israeli towns. The Israeli military says it will intensify operations against Hezbollah positions, infrastructure and launch sites to prevent further cross-border attacks.


Israel-Lebanon War: Israel Vows to Expand Lebanon Strikes After Hezbollah Fire

On Day 4 of the escalating Iran war, Israel reportedly launched major airstrikes targeting a presidential bureau and key leadership facilities in Iran. The Israeli Air Force is said to have struck parts of Iran’s leadership complex in Tehran, marking a dramatic escalation. With regional tensions soaring, fears of retaliation and wider Middle East conflict continue to grow.


Iran-Israel War: Fresh Wave of Strikes Across Iran, Key Sites in Tehran Hit 

The Israel-Hezbollah war continues to escalate as the **Israeli military says it will persist in striking Hezbollah positions across Lebanon in response to repeated rocket and drone attacks on northern Israeli communities. Israel’s defence forces have carried out air and artillery strikes against suspected Hezbollah military infrastructure and leadership compounds, warning that operations will continue until the group’s offensive capabilities are significantly degraded.


Israel-Hezbollah War: Israel Says it Will Continue to Attack Hezbollah in Lebanon

On Day 4 of the escalating Iran war, Israel reportedly launched major airstrikes targeting a presidential bureau and key leadership facilities in Iran. The Israeli Air Force is said to have struck parts of Iran’s leadership complex in Tehran, marking a dramatic escalation. With regional tensions soaring, fears of retaliation and wider Middle East conflict continue to grow.

Iran in state of national mourning after a missile or airstrike hit the Shajareh Tayyebeh girls’ elementary school in Minab, southern Iran, killing more than 100 children and dozens more injured amid the widening US–Israel–Iran war. Funeral processions filled Minab’s streets as Tehran condemned the attack and called for international action, with the reported toll rising as rescue operations concluded.

Iran Mourns Death Of Over 100 Children Killed In Israeli Strike On Schools

Viral clips and reports show an Iranian missile — believed to be a hypersonic or highly maneuverable variant like the Fattah-2 — evading multiple interceptor rockets and penetrating Israel’s Iron Dome and layered air defenses amid the ongoing Iran–Israel conflict. While exact missile types and locations aren’t independently verified, analysts note advanced Iranian missiles are testing the limits of regional defense systems and could pose new strategic challenges.

Iran Hypersonic Missiles Breach Iron Dome, Strike Israel

Qatar on Tuesday denied claims that it carried out strikes inside Iran over the past 24 hours in retaliation to recent Iranian drone and missile attacks on the Gulf country.



Reports: Qatar Carried Out Strikes in Iran; Says Iran Didn't Warn of Missile Attacks

U.S. President Donald Trump has sharply criticised Democratic leaders for their response to the ongoing Iran conflict, saying they oppose him “whatever I do” and are politicising issues of national security. Trump’s comments come as Democrats in Congress label recent strikes on Iran as “illegal” and push for votes to restrict his war powers, arguing that only lawmakers can authorise military action.


Iran-Israel War | Democrats: Trump's Iran War Without Approval of Congress

Iran-Israel War: IDF Claims Striking Iran's Strategic Complex

Amid fears of prolonged disruptions to Middle Eastern oil, liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), and liquefied natural gas (LNG), Russia has offered to continue its energy supply to India. Diplomatic sources say, "Russia ready to full fill India's energy demands in case of continued disruption on energy supplies due to the West Asia crisis."


Iran-Israel War: Russia Says It Can Meet India's Energy Supplies Amid War

IDF Claims Attack on Iran's 'Command And Control' Systems

Iran-Israel War: Fresh Wave of Strikes Across Iran, Key Sites in Tehran Hit

Iranian drones struck the United States Embassy in Riyadh, sparking a fire as Tehran widened retaliation in the escalating war involving the United States and Israel. At the same time, Israeli troops moved into southern Lebanon as Hezbollah fired missiles at northern Israel. President Donald Trump said U.S. strikes destroyed Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps command facilities, marking a dramatic regional escalation.


Iran-Israel War: US Embassy in Riyadh Warns of a Fresh Attack 

Israel's Foreign Minister Gideon Saar has called on nations to sever ties with Iran. The appeal came during a virtual meeting with around 60 envoys stationed in Israel. Saar stated that Iran's actions against its neighbours and its own people necessitate global isolation. This push for diplomatic severance highlights Israel's ongoing military campaign against the Islamic republic.


Israel Holds Meeting With 60 Envoys Stationed in Israel; Calls To Cut Ties With Iran

Israel Attacks Iran's 'Leadership Complex'

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