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Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps claimed it targeted US military facilities in Bahrain, Jordan, Kuwait, and Oman, as well as Amazon data infrastructure in Bahrain. The US military's Central Command said it hit dozens of targets in Iran. The claims come amid escalating hostilities between the two countries.
South Korea's industry ministry says the country's crude oil supply remains stable despite Middle East tensions, with reserves covering 110 percent of last year's levels for July and August and 90 percent for September. Separately, a South Korean oil tanker successfully transited the Red Sea, marking the 14th crude oil shipment to use the route.
Regional mediators have presented the US and Iran with a proposal for a 10-day ceasefire aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz and salvaging the collapsing memorandum of understanding. Both sides have responded, with Washington reportedly holding fire for two nights and demanding a longer truce, while some experts warn the ceasefire could be a US ploy to prepare a ground operation.
The Australian share market is poised to open lower, tracking a negative session on Wall Street driven by a sell-off in technology and AI stocks. Oil prices have surged amid renewed US strikes on Iran and Houthi threats against Saudi Arabia, while a Telstra outage has disrupted services for customers and public transport in several states.
The US and Iran have exchanged a new round of strikes, with Washington targeting Iranian military capabilities and Tehran hitting US assets in the Gulf. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian described the situation as a 'full-scale war,' while diplomatic messages reportedly continue through mediators.
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.
Iran has condemned US strikes on civilian infrastructure, including a children's cancer hospital, while Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi vowed Tehran 'fears no one.' The US has launched strikes for a 13th consecutive night, and Iranian leaders warn of retaliation targeting Gulf nations.
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.
Yemen's Houthi rebels have declared a naval blockade against Saudi Arabia, prompting several oil tankers to change course. The move threatens key Red Sea shipping lanes and global oil supplies, with multiple sources reporting on the immediate impact.
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.
Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei confirmed that Tehran has received proposals via mediators to end renewed fighting with the United States, while US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Washington remains open to diplomatic solutions. A senior Iranian official told Reuters that the proposal includes a 10-day ceasefire to revive an interim deal.
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.
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps claimed to have struck and destroyed US military sites and equipment in Bahrain and Kuwait, including a fuel terminal, a logistics center, and an air base. Kuwait confirmed missile and drone attacks and said its air defenses intercepted the strikes. The Strait of Hormuz would remain closed until the US abandons 'hostile acts' against Iran, the IRGC added.
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.
Taiwan is reviewing its LNG purchases from Papua New Guinea after Port Moresby announced the closure of Taiwan's representative office, citing its One China policy. China has welcomed the decision, while Taiwan says it will keep the office open and seek negotiations.
Iran has been targeting military and civilian infrastructure across Gulf states and Jordan in response to US strikes on Iranian territory, while deliberately avoiding attacks on US naval assets and Israel, according to Al Jazeera reporting. Analysts attribute this strategy to a desire to pressure Washington without provoking a devastating US response, as Gulf states deny allowing their territories to be used for attacks against Iran.
Andy Burnham has been appointed prime minister by King Charles III after Keir Starmer's resignation, promising a new political and economic model. He outlined plans to tackle the cost-of-living crisis, re-industrialise Britain, and decentralise power, while facing significant economic constraints.
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.
Andy Burnham has become the new UK prime minister, the seventh in a decade, after Labour leader Keir Starmer resigned in June. Burnham pledged to end rough sleeping and appointed John Healey as chancellor and Ed Miliband as foreign secretary.