Benchmark Brent crude spikes over 7% to $126.41 as a US naval blockade on Iran deepens. International Energy Agency warns of a major energy and economic challenge.
President Pezeshkian says any attempt to impose maritime restrictions is contrary to international law. He warns it will fail to enhance security and will disrupt lasting stability in the Persian Gulf.
Trump confirms a “daring” helicopter rescue of the down F-15E pilot from Iran; a critical 48-hour ultimatum for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz is now active.
Millions of children face “food security time bombs” in Lebanon and Iran as ongoing military strikes, infrastructure damage, and naval blockades paralyze aid delivery.
Global leaders are demanding an urgent UNSC investigation into attacks on peacekeepers in Lebanon, while widespread airspace closures across the region severely disrupt all international travel.
Trump confirms a “daring” rescue of a missing US pilot “behind enemy lines” after Iran downed an F-15E; a 48-hour ultimatum for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz is in effect.
Displacement and casualties climb in Lebanon as Israeli strikes continue, and in Iran, millions of children face a “food security time bomb” due to infrastructure damage and the naval blockade.
Indonesia calls for an urgent UNSC probe into attacks on peacekeepers in Lebanon, as global leaders attempt to manage the escalation while widespread airspace closures disrupt travel and aid.