The Middle East is in crisis as the U.S. and Israel wage a large-scale military campaign against Iran, which has triggered widespread retaliatory strikes and global alarm .
· Heavy Casualties: At least 555 people have been killed in Iran by U.S.-Israeli strikes since Saturday. Six U.S. service members have also been killed .
· Iran Strikes Back: Iran has launched dozens of drones and missiles at U.S. bases in Kuwait, UAE, and Bahrain. A missile strike on the Israeli city of Be'er Sheva injured 15 people .
· Global Chokepoint Closed: Iran has closed the Strait of Hormuz and threatens to attack any vessel attempting to cross, threatening 20% of the world's oil supply .
· U.S. Ground Troops? President Trump has not ruled out sending ground troops into Iran, saying he doesn't have the "yips" about "boots on the ground" .
· Allies Hold Back: The UK and Germany have confirmed they will not join offensive strikes, stressing the need for a lawful plan .
🌍 Global Fallout & Other Headlines
· Energy Markets in Turmoil: Qatar has halted LNG production after attacks on its facilities, and oil prices have jumped over 8% . Thailand has banned petroleum exports to secure its reserves .
· Wider Middle East Conflict: Israel struck near Beirut's city center for the first time since 2024, killing dozens in Lebanon. Iraq has also been hit by over 70 strikes .
· Other World News:
· South Africa: A building collapse in Johannesburg killed six, with more trapped .
· U.S. Politics: A new CNN poll shows 59% of Americans disapprove of the strikes on Iran .
· Russia: President Putin warns Russia's naval power is "invincible" .