Iran warned Israel of a larger attack on its territory if it retaliates against Tehran’s drone and missile attack. The attack was in response to Israel bombing Iran’s consulate in Syria, resulting in the death of seven members of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. Iran also threatened to target U.S. bases if Washington supports any Israeli military action against Iran.
Iran warned Israel of a larger attack on its territory if Israel retaliates against Tehran’s overnight drone and missile attack. Iran also warned Washington not to back Israeli military action, stating that any support would result in U.S. bases being targeted.
Iran launched over 300 drones and missiles at Israel overnight, with 99% of them being shot down by the Israeli military. The armed forces are still fully operational and are considering next steps. Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari called Iran’s actions “very grave” and warned that they could escalate tensions in the region.
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 launched a retaliatory drone and missile attack on Israel. Biden cut his weekend trip short to consult with his national security team and meet with top U.S. officials. The United States pledged full support for Israel’s defense against threats from Iran.
British fighter jets have been deployed from Akrotiri bases in Cyprus to help with Israel’s defence against Iran’s attack.
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.
An attacker fatally knifed six people in a Sydney mall before being shot dead by police in Bondi. Australia has implemented some of the world’s toughest gun laws following major violent attacks such as the Port Arthur shooting in 1996 and the Melbourne attack in November 2018.
The situation on the eastern front in Ukraine has worsened, with Russia intensifying its armoured assaults and battles for control of a village near Bakhmut. Vital U.S. military aid expected by Kyiv remains stuck in Congress. Colonel General Oleksandr Syrskyi stated that Russian forces were taking losses but also making tactical gains. Ukraine’s military is facing challenges and is calling for better training for soldiers. Ukraine’s parliament passed a bill to overhaul how civilians are drafted into the armed forces, with the draft age lowered to 25.
Relief for aid-stricken Palestinians in the Gaza strip could reach about 1,500 tonnes a week once a U.S.-built jetty is operational, with international donors coming forward to finance the infrastructure, including a million donation from the United Arab Emirates to the Amaltheia Fund.