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The United States has launched another round of strikes against Iran, according to US Central Command, aiming to degrade Iranian capabilities used to attack shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. Explosions were reported in several Iranian cities, and air defense systems near a nuclear plant were activated.
The Intercept reports that the Pentagon's official casualty figures undercount the number of U.S. troops injured in recent Iranian attacks. A U.S. official said 'far more' personnel were wounded than acknowledged, and the Pentagon has admitted to nearly 100 injuries since July 7. The story also details specific troop deaths and ongoing discrepancies in the Defense Casualty Analysis System.
A Jerusalem Post analysis argues that Turkey, under President Erdogan, has transformed from a difficult partner into a leading anti-Israel regional actor, with support for Hamas and ambitions to lead the Sunni Muslim world, while Qatar’s dual role as US host and Hamas patron is highlighted.
The US has launched a ninth night of strikes targeting Iran following the deaths of American service members, with President Trump vowing Iran will 'pay.' Iranian officials warn of 'unforgettable lessons' as oil prices rise and regional tensions escalate.
The Pakistani government has announced successive changes to petrol and high-speed diesel prices in July, reflecting international market fluctuations linked to regional tensions. Petroleum Minister Ali Pervaiz Malik said the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority will take over daily price-setting based on weekly international averages, a step the government frames as improving transparency. Pump owners’ groups have raised objections and deferred strike action after talks.
Iranian Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni has arrived in Islamabad for an official visit, holding meetings with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, and Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi. The discussions focus on bilateral cooperation, regional security, and the ongoing US-Iran conflict, with Pakistan continuing its mediation efforts.
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has claimed a series of strikes on US military facilities in Kuwait, Bahrain, and Jordan, while the US says it remains 'locked and loaded' but open to talks. The attacks follow US airstrikes on Iran that both sides frame within a broader conflict over the Strait of Hormuz.
The US military has identified two soldiers killed in an attack in Jordan, with reports of a third believed dead. The deaths bring the toll of US service members killed in the war with Iran to at least 17–18, as both sides continue strikes.
Hamas has announced the election of Khalil al-Hayya as head of its political bureau, filling a vacancy left since Yahya Sinwar's death in October 2024. The vote came after a run-off between al-Hayya and Khaled Meshaal, with changes to the group's voting process due to security challenges.
Hundreds of activists and academics traveled to Central Australia to protest the Pine Gap joint Australian-US defence facility, demanding its closure and the return of land to Arrernte traditional owners. Organizers call it the largest protest at the site in nearly four decades.
An Iranian source says negotiations with Washington cannot resume while US attacks continue, warning of an offensive phase if strikes persist. Mediators have proposed a 10-day ceasefire to revive an interim deal, but Tehran remains skeptical.
The US has launched a ninth consecutive night of strikes on Iran after a US soldier was killed in a controlled detonation of unexploded ordnance from a downed Iranian drone in Iraq. Iran's IRGC reported oil tanker explosions in the Strait of Hormuz and claimed to have downed a US drone, while the US embassy in Bahrain warned of potential Iranian attacks.
The South Korean won has shown resilience against the U.S. dollar, edging higher on several trading days despite geopolitical risks. Analysts attribute the strength to dollar-selling by exporters and SK hynix's conversion of proceeds from its U.S. listing into won.
South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Hyun will meet with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi in Manila this week to discuss North Korea, trilateral security, economic cooperation, and the Middle East crisis. The meeting follows earlier talks on the sidelines of the NATO summit, where the ministers reaffirmed their commitment to denuclearization and signed a memorandum on small modular reactors.
South Korean stocks closed more than 4% lower Monday, driven by renewed concerns over global AI infrastructure spending and escalating Middle East tensions. The KOSPI plunged 304.33 points, with institutional investors leading the sell-off.
Oil prices jumped above $90 per barrel on Monday and extended gains midweek as the US and Iran exchanged airstrikes and attacks on commercial vessels around the Strait of Hormuz, raising fresh concerns about supply security from the critical waterway.
Pakistan may reintroduce fuel conservation measures amid rising Middle East tensions and declining foreign exchange reserves. Petrol and diesel prices will now be revised daily on working days only, while new enforcement mechanisms aim to curb hoarding.
The United States and Iran have exchanged strikes for a ninth consecutive night, with Iran attacking targets in several Gulf countries and US forces striking sites across Iran. Sirens sounded in Kuwait and Bahrain, and both sides reported casualties and damage.
A US service member was killed in northern Iraq during a controlled detonation of ordnance from a downed Iranian drone, bringing the total US military deaths in the Iran war to 17. The announcement came as the US and Iran continued trading strikes, with reports of civilian casualties in Iran and threats of a widening regional conflict.
Andy Burnham will become the sixth UK prime minister in a decade and is expected to warn that Britain must face its challenges honestly. He will appoint his first cabinet on Monday, with Shabana Mahmood and Ed Miliband tipped for top roles. Burnham is also examining proposals to cut household energy bills by £130 a year.