National Security Council meeting underway
The National Security Council began a snap meeting on Sunday morning in response to Iran launching drone strikes at Israel.
Revolutionary Guards
Iran launches drone attack at Israel, expected to unfold ‘over hours’
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps launched drones and missiles at Israel, potentially escalating tensions. The U.S. has pledged to support Israel. Israel’s military is on high alert, preparing for potential attacks. Iran has vowed retaliation for an alleged Israeli strike on its consulate. The situation threatens to escalate into a direct conflict between Iran and its allies against Israel and the U.S. Iran also seized a Portuguese-flagged ship, prompting accusations of piracy from Israel.
Iran seizes cargo ship in Strait of Hormuz, Iranian media says
Iran’s Revolutionary Guards seized an Israeli-linked cargo ship, the MSC Aries, in the Strait of Hormuz. The ship is leased by MSC from Gortal Shipping, an affiliate of Zodiac Maritime, partly owned by Israeli businessman Eyal Ofer. Tensions are rising in the region since Israel’s campaign in Gaza, with threats and warnings being issued by Iran, the United States, and Israel. Iran has also threatened to close the Strait of Hormuz if necessary. Yemen’s Houthi group has been disrupting global trade by attacking ships linked to Israel in the Red Sea. The United States and Britain have responded with strikes against Houthi targets. The Joint Maritime Information Center has advised caution for vessels navigating the Strait of Hormuz.