The U.S. continues airstrikes on Iran, which retaliates against U.S. targets in the Gulf, escalating regional tensions. President Trump considers a "massive attack" as the UN warns of an unimaginable crisis. Oil prices fluctuate, and Houthi rebels attack Saudi tankers, drawing further threats.
Iran has declared the Strait of Hormuz closed following six days of hostilities with the US, reversing a recent agreement to restore maritime traffic. The IRGC announced the closure after aerial exchanges, though the US claims traffic is still flowing. This escalation follows tit-for-tat attacks and threatens global trade.
Following a day of escalating attacks, the US launched a new round of strikes on Iran, targeting military infrastructure and air defense systems. Iran confirmed retaliatory strikes on US bases in Kuwait and Bahrain, escalating tensions in the Strait of Hormuz.
US President Donald Trump declared the interim truce with Iran "over" following overnight US strikes on dozens of Iranian targets. The US military stated the strikes were in retaliation for Iran's attacks on three commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran responded by targeting US military sites in Kuwait and Bahrain, leading to sirens and reports of explosions in both nations.
Fresh violence in Manipur's Kamjong district saw over 20 houses torched across three villages, including a Kuki village and two Tangkhul Naga villages, in suspected retaliatory attacks. No casualties were reported, and investigations have been initiated.
The US conducted strikes on Iran after a drone attack on a Panama-flagged vessel in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran retaliated with missiles and drones at US infrastructure in Kuwait and Bahrain, leading to accusations of ceasefire violations.
VP JD Vance defended US strikes on Iranian military targets, stating "violence will be met with violence" after a drone attack on a cargo ship. Iran claims its response was "ceasefire management," not a violation.
Iran's retaliatory attacks on Wednesday targeted Kuwait, Bahrain, and Jordan, notably excluding allies UAE, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia. Experts suggest this is due to US military bases in Kuwait and Bahrain, and potential shifts in UAE, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia's diplomatic stances towards Iran.
Turkey's strategic flexibility is seen as an asset amidst regional chaos, making it a beneficiary. However, domestic economic weakness and regional rivalries limit its potential to become a hegemonic power, according to experts.
