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US forces attacked locations near Iran's Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant on Wednesday, according to Iran's Al Alam television channel. Concurrently, President Donald Trump announced plans to resume strikes on Iran, stating the ceasefire is no longer in effect and that he does not intend to engage in talks.
Reports from Iranian media and international outlets describe US strikes on Iranian cities along the Strait of Hormuz, with at least three killed and 15 injured in Sirik, and power outages in Chabahar.
Jordanian air defense units intercepted missiles launched from Iran, according to the country's armed forces, with reports varying on the number intercepted. Al Jazeera reported sirens in several Jordanian cities and confirmation of at least eight missiles, while TASS cited Jordanian military statements saying ten missiles were destroyed without casualties.
The United States has launched a second day of strikes against Iran, targeting sites near the Strait of Hormuz, after President Donald Trump said the interim agreement to end the war was over. Iran has retaliated against US bases and accused Washington of violating the truce, while oil prices have surged and global economic forecasts have been cut.
Iran has held a funeral for Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Mashhad following his reported assassination in February. While a giant portrait of Mojtaba Khamenei has appeared in Tehran, France 24's reporting does not confirm he has taken on the role of Supreme Leader.
The US and Iran have exchanged their most intense series of strikes since the June 17 memorandum of understanding, with the US hitting about 90 targets and Iran retaliating against Gulf states. The attacks have raised concerns about the durability of the ceasefire and the prospects for ongoing negotiations.
The United States has launched a second barrage of air attacks on Iran, killing at least 14 people over two days, as fragile peace talks appear at risk of collapsing. Iran has fired back at US assets in neighbouring Gulf countries, and President Trump has declared the memorandum of understanding with Iran 'over'.
Australia and India have finalised arrangements for uranium exports during Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Australia. The deal, announced alongside a civil nuclear agreement, aims to support India's clean energy goals under IAEA safeguards.
Iran's Foreign Ministry stated that President Trump's comments on the end of the ceasefire regime with Tehran demonstrate US non-compliance with a bilateral Memorandum of Understanding. Separately, Iranian sources say Iran has not asked to resume negotiations and sees no near-term talks, despite Trump's claim that Washington agreed to continue at Iran's request.
US officials believe the latest round of strikes on Iran could last from a day to a month, depending on Tehran's actions. The escalation follows President Trump's declaration that the June ceasefire memorandum is void, with both sides signaling continued confrontation. Reports highlight economic and political pressures on both nations that could limit further escalation.
The United States has conducted multiple rounds of strikes against Iranian military targets, prompting retaliatory attacks by Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps on US facilities in Bahrain, Kuwait, and Oman. Meanwhile, Iran's Parliament Speaker declared an end to 'one-sided deals,' and commercial traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has dropped to a minimum.
US President Donald Trump said he believed Israel would withdraw troops from southern Lebanon, citing a deal with Lebanon and discussions with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Defense Minister Israel Katz rejected the claim, stating Israel would remain in security zones until Hezbollah is disarmed, highlighting a rift between the allies.
Seoul shares closed higher on Thursday, buoyed by institutional buying that offset heavy retail selling, while the Korean won weakened against the U.S. dollar. The KOSPI gained 45.12 points, or 0.62 percent, to 7,291.91, despite concerns over geopolitical tensions and AI demand uncertainty.
The United States and Iran have exchanged fire for a second consecutive night, with US forces striking 170 targets in 48 hours and Iran launching retaliatory attacks on US bases in the region. President Trump declared the ceasefire over, while Iran's top negotiator vowed to keep the Strait of Hormuz under Iranian control.
Pakistan's Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi held a series of bilateral meetings on the sidelines of the UN Chiefs of Police Summit 2026, including with UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres, who appreciated Pakistan's role in promoting peace. Naqvi also met his Russian and Chinese counterparts to discuss security cooperation, and with Sri Lanka's public security minister to boost coordination on narcotics and police training.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has received multiple foreign honours during diplomatic visits, including a controversial Seychelles award created just for him, complete with a certificate containing spelling errors. Reports detail a pattern of awards, raising questions about their significance and diplomatic implications.
The International Monetary Fund has downgraded its 2026 global growth forecast for the second time this year, citing the lingering effects of the war in the Middle East on energy markets. The IMF now expects the world economy to grow 3% this year, with an AI-driven technology boom only partly offsetting the shock.
Recent exchanges of fire between the US and Iran have put the fragile ceasefire and the Islamabad MoU at risk, with both sides accusing each other of violations. Analysts and officials call for restraint and renewed diplomatic efforts to prevent a wider conflict.
Rahm Emanuel, a veteran Democrat and potential 2028 presidential candidate, delivered a speech at Tel Aviv University criticizing Netanyahu's policies and calling for a new US-Israeli alliance. He argued that unconditional support has led to a prime minister who ignores American concerns, and he proposed a 23-state solution while warning against West Bank annexation.
The United States and Iran have traded multiple rounds of strikes over the Strait of Hormuz, with Iran launching attacks on US military facilities in Kuwait and Bahrain in retaliation. The exchanges threaten a fragile ceasefire and a memorandum of understanding signed in June.