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As a fragile ceasefire holds between the US, Israel, and Iran, Americans report rising gas prices, economic anxiety, and divided views on the conflict. Polls show broad opposition to the strikes, with partisan splits and concerns about military personnel and financial impacts.
The US-Israel-Iran conflict has expanded into the digital realm, with AI systems like 'The Gospel' and 'Lavender' playing pivotal roles in targeting and data analysis. Reports highlight Israeli strikes on data centres in the UAE and Bahrain, while the Pentagon's request to relax restrictions on Anthropic's Claude AI model underscores the growing reliance on commercial AI in warfare. Russian lawmakers have characterized AI as a 'main player' in the campaign, marking a potential first in military history.
President Trump has threatened NATO allies with punitive measures, including troop redeployments and halted military support, over their refusal to back U.S. military actions in Iran. Several European nations have resisted, leading to tensions within the alliance. NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte is attempting to bridge the divide.
A Pakistan-brokered ceasefire between the US and Iran is under strain as Israeli attacks on Lebanon continue, killing more than 300 people. Disputes over whether the truce covers Lebanon have led to sharp exchanges between Washington and Tehran, with diplomatic talks underway in Pakistan.
Pakistan has stepped up diplomatic efforts to preserve a fragile US-Iran ceasefire, as Israeli strikes on Lebanon threaten to derail planned talks. Islamabad has vowed support for both Washington and Tehran while condemning the attacks on Lebanon and hosting negotiations.
The health of Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei is in question following conflicting reports. A diplomatic memo cited by The Times suggests he is incapacitated, while Deputy Foreign Minister Saeed Khatibzadeh insists he is in good health and leading the country, deepening uncertainty during the ongoing US-Israel conflict.
Israel has escalated its bombing campaign in Lebanon days after a US-brokered ceasefire with Iran was announced, killing more than 250 people and deepening a dispute over whether the truce covers Lebanon. British and French foreign ministers have called for Lebanon’s inclusion, while the US insists it was not part of the deal. Iran has yet to lift its blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, and new peace talks are set to begin in Pakistan, but expectations for a swift resolution remain low.
A Pakistan-brokered ceasefire between the US, Israel, and Iran has halted 39 days of conflict, but the agreement leaves many questions unresolved. The death of Iran's supreme leader and significant military losses are confirmed, yet the war's long-term strategic impact and the potential for the Strait of Hormuz to become a permanent leverage point remain uncertain.
A New York Times report and former Secretary of State John Kerry's interview allege that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu persuaded President Donald Trump to launch a war with Iran, a plan previous US presidents rejected. The reports detail a February meeting where Netanyahu pitched attacking Iran, with the war beginning February 28 and a ceasefire later reached.
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese welcomed the two-week ceasefire between the US and Iran, calling it 'very positive,' while issuing a rare rebuke of President Trump's threatening language. The ceasefire, brokered with Pakistan's mediation, temporarily reopens the Strait of Hormuz, but missile alerts in the UAE and Bahrain suggest continued volatility.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer concluded a Gulf tour focused on shoring up the fragile US-Iran ceasefire and reopening the Strait of Hormuz, warning there is 'a lot of work to do.' He also defended NATO's relevance to US interests, pushed back on Trump's threats to leave the alliance, and voiced firm opposition to any tolling of the strait.
Hours after the US and Iran announced a two-week ceasefire, several Gulf nations reported missile and drone attacks on their territories. Saudi Arabia also said its oil production capacity had been reduced by about 600,000 barrels per day due to attacks on energy facilities, while restoring key pipelines.
Russia and China blocked a Bahraini-drafted UN Security Council resolution on navigation safety in the Strait of Hormuz, arguing it would escalate tensions and undermine peace efforts. The two nations proposed an alternative draft focused on dialogue and peaceful settlement, drawing praise from Iran.
The United States and Iran have agreed to a conditional two-week ceasefire, brokered by Pakistan, halting 40 days of US-Israeli attacks on Iran. The deal, which includes the temporary reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, comes hours after President Trump threatened to obliterate Iranian 'civilisation'. Both sides claim victory, but disagreements over the deal's scope, particularly regarding Lebanon, and dueling versions of Iran's 10-point proposal cast doubt on the truce's durability.
According to a Ukrainian intelligence assessment reviewed by Reuters, Russian satellites have conducted detailed imagery surveys of military sites across West Asia, potentially aiding Iranian strikes on U.S. forces and other targets. The report also alleges collaboration between Russian and Iranian hackers, with multiple sources corroborating intense Russian satellite activity in the region.
US President Donald Trump agreed to suspend bombing and attacks on Iran for two weeks, less than two hours before his deadline, following a request from Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. The ceasefire is conditioned on Iran fully reopening the Strait of Hormuz, and both sides have credited Pakistan's mediation. Details remain contested, including the scope of the ceasefire and the terms of Hormuz transit.
Russia and China vetoed a UN Security Council resolution aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz, with 11 votes in favor and two abstentions. The resolution, sponsored by the US and Gulf states, sought to address Iran's blockade of the strategic waterway, which has disrupted global oil shipments.
President Trump threatened that 'a whole civilization will die tonight' if Iran did not reopen the Strait of Hormuz by an 8 p.m. deadline, but later announced a two-week ceasefire and talks in Islamabad. The threat drew widespread criticism, including from Jewish groups and Senate Democrats, while Pakistan requested a deadline extension.
The U.S. State Department is urging Americans to leave the Middle East amid threats from Iran and its proxies against American universities. Embassies in Bahrain and Egypt have issued alerts, with Bahrain instructing citizens to shelter in place. Over 9,000 Americans have safely returned from the region, but officials warn commercial flights may soon be unavailable.
According to reports from Axios and The Wall Street Journal, the US military has prepared target lists for potential strikes on Iranian energy and transportation infrastructure. President Trump has extended the deadline for a deal with Iran, while US and Israeli airstrikes have reportedly hit bridges in northwestern Iran.