IIran claimed it launched missile attacks on U.S. military facilities in Qatar, the UAE, and Jordan in response to American strikes, while Gulf states said their air defense systems intercepted incoming missiles and drones. The claims come amid escalating tensions following U.S. attacks on Iran linked to the Strait of Hormuz crisis.
Bannu Police in Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province has released a list of 40 wanted militants and announced total rewards of Rs158.5 million for information leading to their arrest. Police said the suspects are wanted in cases involving attacks on security forces, bombings, extortion, kidnapping, and targeted killings.
Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei vowed revenge for the killing of his father, former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, while U.S. President Donald Trump warned Tehran of severe consequences if Iran attempts to target him. The statement came after funeral ceremonies for Ali Khamenei, who was reportedly killed in a U.S.-Israeli airstrike.
Syrian state media reported that Israeli forces entered villages in Quneitra province, setting up temporary checkpoints and conducting searches before withdrawing. The reports said the incursions included searches of homes and facilities, while Israel has not issued an immediate comment.
The U.S. military has launched the third phase of strikes against Iran, saying the operation is a response to the IRGC's alleged attack on the container ship JFS Galaxy in the Strait of Hormuz. Iranian media reported airstrikes on multiple southern cities, while U.S. officials said the campaign aims to reduce Iran's ability to threaten commercial shipping.
U.S. President Donald Trump has issued a warning to Iran, claiming that 1,000 missiles are “locked and loaded” and that thousands more could follow if Tehran attempts to target the U.S. president. Trump said military orders have already been issued, while Iran has not yet responded to the statement.
The United States has imposed new Iran-related sanctions targeting businessman Ali Ansari and 13 other individuals and entities, accusing them of supporting financial networks linked to Iran’s ruling elite and the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). The move comes amid renewed tensions between Washington and Tehran following attacks in the Gulf.
North Korea has announced plans to strengthen its nuclear capabilities and expand the role of its military intelligence agency focused on South Korea-related operations, amid continued tensions between the two countries.
