U.S. Demands Peace Deal ‘Shortly’ or Iran’s Energy Network Faces Destruction
In a major address, President Trump delivered an ultimatum to Iran: agree to a peace deal immediately or face the total destruction of its critical energy infrastructure, specifically targeting Kharg Island and key electrical and water plants. He declared the month-long bombing campaign to be only the beginning if terms are not met.
Regional Spillover: Drone Hits Dubai Tanker, Kuwaiti Utilities Targeted, Haifa Refinery Hit
The war expanded dramatically with coordinated attacks. A drone struck a Kuwaiti oil tanker in Dubai’s territorial waters, causing a massive fire. Simultaneously, Iran-backed groups disabled key water and electrical plants in Kuwait, while intercepted missile debris started a fire at a major Haifa, Israel, oil refinery.
High-Stakes Diplomacy Commences in Pakistan Amid Calls for Continued Fight
Mediators from across the globe have gathered in Islamabad, Pakistan, for critical peace talks aiming to de-escalate the month-long conflict. However, Gulf allies, led by Saudi Arabia and the UAE, are actively urging President Trump to ignore the talks and continue the war until Iran is decisively defeated.