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Explosions in central Damascus on Tuesday killed one person and wounded at least 36 as French President Emmanuel Macron visited the city. Macron vowed to continue his visit, while Syrian authorities tightened security across the capital.
US President Donald Trump declared the ceasefire with Iran 'over' after fresh exchanges of fire, describing Iranian leaders as 'scum' and 'liars'. The remarks came amid US strikes on Iran and Iranian retaliation on bases in Bahrain and Kuwait, escalating tensions around the Strait of Hormuz.
As NATO leaders gather in Ankara, fresh tensions between the US and Europe over Ukraine are surfacing. The bloc is preparing a new military aid package for Kiev, while US President Donald Trump plans a meeting with Vladimir Zelensky. Meanwhile, Europe is increasingly becoming a production hub for Ukrainian military needs, and the global economy is adjusting to ongoing Strait of Hormuz crises.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has endorsed the recent US strikes on Iran as 'absolutely necessary,' citing Iranian violations of the ceasefire. The strikes came after attacks on tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, with other leaders urging diplomatic pressure alongside military action.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said Russia remains the main threat to the alliance and that it keeps him up at night. He also backed recent US strikes against Iran as 'absolutely necessary' and outlined summit priorities including support for Ukraine and increased defense production.
US President Donald Trump has expressed disappointment with NATO allies over their support during the war on Iran, calling the relationship 'one-sided' and labeling Spain a 'horror show.' He also declared the ceasefire with Iran over, vowing no negotiations. The statements came ahead of and during a NATO summit in Ankara, where Trump reportedly softened his tone.
Oil prices jumped over three percent as the US and Iran exchanged strikes following attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz. Washington revoked a sanctions waiver, while Iran accused the US of violating a memorandum of understanding. Regional alerts sounded in Bahrain and Kuwait, and Jordan reported shooting down Iranian missiles.
Iranian officials have accused the United States of violating the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding following a series of US strikes on Iran. Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi and Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf detailed specific breaches, while CENTCOM said the strikes were in response to alleged Iranian attacks on vessels in the Strait of Hormuz.
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth was expected to visit Israel on Wednesday to meet with Israeli leaders, but reports differ on whether the visit is still on. The backdrop is renewed US strikes against Iran, which Iran says have caused injuries and prompted retaliatory claims by its Revolutionary Guards.
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps announced strikes on dozens of US military facilities in Bahrain and Kuwait, citing retaliation for US attacks on Iranian territory. Reports also mention eight key infrastructure sites destroyed, with warnings of more decisive responses and potential revocation of agreements if the ceasefire is violated.
US forces conducted multiple rounds of strikes on Iranian targets near the Strait of Hormuz following attacks on commercial vessels, including a container ship. Iranian state media reported explosions in coastal towns, and Iran's Foreign Ministry accused Washington of violating a memorandum and threatened retaliation.
US Central Command has confirmed multiple rounds of strikes against Iranian military targets in response to attacks on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran reports at least 14 killed and has vowed to respond, while also launching drone strikes on US-linked sites.
The US military launched strikes on Iran in response to attacks on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, with Iran accusing the US of violating a ceasefire agreement. The US Treasury revoked a sanctions waiver on Iranian oil exports, and Qatar and Saudi Arabia denounced the attacks on their tankers.
In the aftermath of the US-Israeli war in Iran, regional powers are shaping a new security architecture. While the US pushes a track linking Iran's containment to Gulf security and the Abraham Accords, a regional autonomy track involving Pakistan, Turkiye, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt is gaining momentum, and China supports de-escalation through Saudi-Iranian rapprochement.
Three tankers, including a Qatari LNG vessel, were struck in the Strait of Hormuz, prompting Qatar to summon Iran's deputy ambassador and warn of legal responsibility. The US revoked a licence for Iranian oil sales amid rising tensions over navigation fees and regional security.
Iran has buried former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei after a week of funeral processions, with his son and successor Mojtaba Khamenei notably absent, reportedly due to injuries sustained in the same attack that killed his father. Three of Khamenei's other sons attended the ceremonies, which drew international dignitaries and large crowds across Iran and Iraq.
French President Emmanuel Macron made the first visit by a European head of state to Syria since Bashar al-Assad's fall, meeting President Ahmed al-Sharaa and signing 15 bilateral agreements, even as twin bomb explosions near his hotel underscored security challenges.
Two explosions near the hotel where French President Emmanuel Macron was staying in Damascus wounded at least 18 people, including four police officers. Macron's visit, the first by a Western head of state since 2024, continued scheduled meetings with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa. Syrian authorities said they have arrested a suspect cell, while TotalEnergies' CEO said security concerns still prevent onshore oil operations.
Two major UK house price indices tell different stories for June: Nationwide reports a second month of stagnation with the average home at £277,484, while Lloyds records the first monthly rise since February at £299,330. Both point to a market shaped by the aftermath of the Iran war, with mortgage rates elevated and regional variations pronounced.
NATO's 32 member states are holding two days of talks in Ankara, Turkey, to review progress since last year's summit in The Hague and address divisions over defence spending, the Ukraine war, and the Iran conflict. US pressure on allies to raise budgets to 5% of GDP, along with a fragile US-Iran ceasefire, dominate discussions.