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Iran has rejected a US ceasefire proposal delivered by Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi, according to reports, but Iraq's government denies the claims. Iranian officials said the proposal failed to address control of the Strait of Hormuz. The developments come amid heightened tensions and threats of a massive US attack.
The Pentagon's official casualty list for the Iran war has not been updated to include four US service members killed over the weekend, even as their remains are set to be honored in a ceremony. The discrepancy has raised questions about the accuracy of the count, with the Pentagon attributing it to temporary data issues.
Multiple explosions were heard in several Iranian cities and on Qeshm Island, with reports attributing the blasts to US strikes. The Jerusalem Post and TASS — English report different locations and details, including claims of intercepted missiles and specific village impacts.
US President Donald Trump has said Iran is not yet ready for an agreement with Washington and that the United States must continue combat operations against Tehran. Trump also said he avoids setting deadlines for strikes, while Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth said the military remains prepared for strikes at levels unseen since World War II.
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have issued stark warnings to Iran, saying any attack on Israel would trigger a powerful military response. The statements follow a security assessment and come amid ongoing tensions, with reports of possible US strikes on Iran.
US President Donald Trump has warned of major military punishment for Iran after Houthi fighters struck two Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea, sending Brent crude above $100 a barrel for the first time since May. International leaders, including UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, expressed alarm over the escalating conflict.
The US House of Representatives passed a war powers resolution directing President Trump to halt military action against Iran, but the Senate voted to block a similar measure. The votes reflect growing bipartisan frustration with a conflict that has dragged on beyond initial predictions.
Oil prices have surged past $100 a barrel for the first time since May, driven by escalating attacks by Yemen's Houthis on Saudi oil tankers and continued US-Iran hostilities. The conflict threatens key shipping routes, raising concerns about global supply disruptions and economic impact.
Iran has launched repeated attacks on Kuwait's power plants and desalination facilities, sparking fires and injuring emergency workers, according to Kuwait's Ministry of Electricity, Water and Renewable Energy. With Kuwait relying on desalination for 90% of its drinking water and using cogeneration for both water and power, the strikes have heightened concerns about water security. Tehran justifies the attacks by citing the US military presence in Kuwait, which hosts around 13,000 American troops.
Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, addressing the 33rd Asean Regional Forum ministerial meeting in Manila, highlighted eight challenges to global peaceful coexistence, including the Kashmir dispute and India's placement of the Indus Water Treaty in abeyance. He also noted Pakistan's role in facilitating a US-Iran ceasefire, condemned terrorism from Afghan soil, reaffirmed the One-China principle, and underscored climate change as a common threat.
US President Donald Trump has warned that Iran and Yemen's Houthi rebels will face 'major military punishment' if the Houthis attack ships again. The warning follows Houthi strikes on two Saudi oil tankers and the group's announcement of a naval blockade on Saudi Arabia. The European Union has also condemned the attacks and called for an end to actions endangering international shipping.
The Houthi movement has declared a maritime blockade on Saudi shipping in the Red Sea, escalating a years-long conflict and raising concerns about global energy supplies. Attacks on Saudi tankers and threats to close the Bab al-Mandeb Strait have prompted warnings of force from the Saudi-led coalition. The move comes amid heightened US-Iran tensions and follows a recent dispute over flights to Sanaa airport.
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul concluded an Africa tour with stops in Nigeria and South Africa focused on trade, investment and energy cooperation. Discussions covered economic partnerships, the Just Energy Transition and South Africa’s exclusion from a G20 summit. Bilateral trade figures and company presence underscore Germany’s commercial interests on the continent.
The United States and Saudi Arabia have signed a nuclear cooperation agreement that could allow the kingdom to enrich uranium. The deal, signed by US Energy Secretary Chris Wright and Saudi Energy Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman, includes a bilateral safeguards agreement and is expected to expand American nuclear exports, but it has drawn criticism over nonproliferation concerns and faced potential conditions from President Trump.
Yemen's Houthis said they attacked two Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea, while the U.S. carried out strikes on Iranian targets for a 12th consecutive night. The incidents mark an escalation in the Middle East conflict, with oil prices surging and several countries responding to threats.
The US has carried out consecutive nights of strikes against Iran, while Iran has retaliated against US assets and allies in the Gulf, including UAE-flagged oil tankers. Explosions have been reported across Iranian provinces, and oil prices have risen sharply.
easyJet has reported a 70% drop in pre-tax profits due to soaring fuel costs and later bookings linked to the conflict in Iran. Ryanair also saw a 34% decline in profits, with both airlines facing headwinds from higher oil prices and consumer hesitancy.
South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Hyun called on North Korea to respond to Seoul's offers for dialogue at the ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) in Manila, marking the second consecutive year Pyongyang skipped the meeting. Cho emphasized the need for peace and stability on the Korean Peninsula, while participants voiced concerns over the North's nuclear and missile programs.
The United States Central Command has rejected Iran's assertion that it controls the Strait of Hormuz, insisting that the waterway remains open for transit. Tensions have escalated with Iran's Gulf neighbors attacked and the strait's closure announced, while the US military says it has helped hundreds of ships transit since May.
At the 27th ASEAN Plus Three Foreign Ministers' Meeting in Manila, South Korea, China, and Japan agreed to strengthen cooperation on supply chains and food and energy security amid the Middle East crisis. South Korea also reaffirmed its partnership with ASEAN, unveiling new initiatives in AI and cultural industries.