US-Israel-Iran War Latest Live News: Loud explosions were heard in Yemen’s capital Sanaa on Friday evening, according to a report, as fighting involving Iran-aligned Houthi forces and Saudi-backed forces adds another layer to the wider regional conflict.
The latest developments come as Iran faces continued military, political and economic pressure, while officials in Tehran make fresh statements on the country’s missile programme, energy production and relations with the United States.
Here are the latest updates:
Loud Explosions Heard In Yemen’s Capital Sanaa
Loud explosions were heard in Sanaa, Yemen, according to a report from the city. Sanaa is controlled by the Iran-aligned Houthi movement, and the reported blasts come amid a renewed escalation in fighting between Houthi forces and Saudi-backed forces.
The recent fighting has also raised concerns about the security of the Red Sea and Bab el-Mandeb, an important maritime route for global shipping.
Iran Executes Siavash Jamshidi Over Protest-Related Charges
Iran has executed Siavash Jamshidi Kheirabadi after he was convicted on charges including moharebeh, or “enmity against God”, according to Iran’s judiciary. Authorities accused him of firing at security forces during January protests in Shahrekord.
Reuters reported that the judiciary said Jamshidi fired at police on January 8 and was arrested two days later. Iranian authorities also accused him of activities related to national security.
The case has drawn attention as Iran continues to carry out executions involving people convicted in connection with the unrest. Details concerning the proceedings and defence were not independently established in the Reuters report.
Iran Says War-Damaged Satellite Infrastructure Restored
Iran has said that infrastructure used for satellite development and damaged during the war has been restored sufficiently for work to resume.
Nader Makari, acting head of the Iranian Space Research Center, said the infrastructure had been restored quickly, although the facilities were not necessarily operating at their previous full capacity.
The development comes as Tehran continues efforts to maintain its space programme despite damage caused during the conflict.
IRGC Spokesman Says Trump Should ‘Learn’ From Yemen
An Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps spokesman has said US President Donald Trump should draw lessons from Washington’s previous confrontation with Yemen and accept Iran’s conditions.
IRGC spokesman Hossein Mohbi argued that the United States had failed to achieve its stated objectives in Yemen and said Trump should apply what he described as those lessons to Iran. His comments were reported by Iran International, citing remarks to Defa Press.
The remarks represent the Iranian side’s assessment of the conflict and should not be taken as an independent assessment of US military or political objectives.
Iran’s IRGC Says Missile Industry Has Reached ‘Maturity’
Brigadier General Ali Balali, a senior IRGC commander and adviser to the IRGC Aerospace Force, has claimed that Iran’s missile industry has reached a level of maturity that allows the country to develop weapons based on its own requirements.
Speaking to Iran’s Fars News Agency, Balali said Iran’s weapons-building capabilities were based on operational requirements and described the country as no longer needing outside assistance for its missile industry. The remarks were also reported by other regional media.
The statements are claims by an Iranian military official and do not independently establish the technical capabilities of Iran’s missile programme.
Iran Completes South Pars Phase 11 Gas Development
Iran has announced the completion of Phase 11 of the South Pars gas field, with the project reaching a production capacity of about 1 billion cubic feet of gas per day, equivalent to roughly 28.3 million cubic metres.
Iran’s Mehr News Agency reported that the project was completed using Iranian engineering expertise after foreign companies exited the development. Iranian officials said the additional production would help reduce domestic energy imbalances and strengthen supplies ahead of winter.
South Pars is a major component of Iran’s natural-gas system, making additional production significant for domestic energy supplies.
Kayhan Editor Criticises Iran Leaders Over Hijab Enforcement
Separately, Kayhan editor Hossein Shariatmadari has criticised the heads of Iran’s three branches of government over the enforcement of the country’s compulsory hijab rules.
Shariatmadari rejected arguments that wartime conditions justified delaying enforcement against women appearing without the compulsory head covering. His comments were published in an editorial and reported by Iran International.
The remarks reflect the position of the hardline newspaper editor and are not an announcement of a new government policy.
Three In Four Yemeni Households Struggle To Meet Food Needs
The humanitarian situation in Yemen is also deteriorating amid the renewed fighting. The United Nations World Food Programme said nearly three in four households in areas where it can operate are unable to meet their basic food needs.
WFP monitoring found that about 74% of households in accessible government-held areas were struggling to obtain enough food, the highest level recorded there this year. More than 152,000 people have also been displaced in recent weeks, according to a UN briefing.
The agency warned that continued fighting, disrupted supply routes and rising food prices could deepen the humanitarian crisis.
Iraq And Türkiye Begin Oil And Gas Talks
Iraq and Türkiye have also started negotiations on a framework agreement covering cooperation in oil, gas and energy infrastructure.
The talks come as Baghdad seeks to strengthen energy cooperation and explore alternative routes for Iraqi oil exports amid disruptions affecting regional shipping. Iraqi officials said the discussions included oil and gas infrastructure, petrochemical industries and energy trade.
The negotiations add an economic dimension to the wider regional tensions, particularly as disruptions around major Middle Eastern shipping routes continue to affect energy security.
US-Israel-Iran War Latest Live News: What The Latest Iran War Developments Mean
The latest developments highlight how the conflict is affecting several fronts beyond direct military operations involving Iran. Yemen is facing renewed fighting and a worsening food crisis, while Iran is highlighting developments in its missile, satellite and energy sectors. At the same time, regional countries including Iraq and Türkiye are discussing ways to strengthen energy cooperation and maintain alternative trade routes as uncertainty continues across the Middle East.
Disclaimer: The information in this report is based on available reports and statements from officials and news agencies. Some claims, particularly military statements and battlefield developments, could not be independently verified at the time of publication and may change as more information emerges.
