US-Israel-Iran War Latest News: The situation in the region of West Asia became extremely tense following the bombing of Iranian military bases at the Mehrabad airport of Tehran amid preparations for voting in the UN Security Council regarding the resolution that deals with the threat to the Strait of Hormuz. The ongoing six-week-old conflict has been growing both spatially and financially.
US-Israel-Iran War Latest Update: Airstrikes Hit Mehrabad Military Air Base
The First Tactical Air Base of Iran at Mehrabad International Airport, an important military airbase in the capital city of Tehran, is said to have been attacked in new airstrikes and this base is an important part of Iran’s air defence system and other military operations. According to some military experts, attacking such installations may cause a major impact on the readiness of military operations and increase the likelihood of retaliation against attacks and more importantly, this move also indicates that airstrikes will penetrate deeper into Iran’s territory.
US-Israel-Iran War Latest Update: Strait of Hormuz Emerges as Global Energy Flashpoint
Strait of Hormuz is still the key factor in the ongoing confrontation with more than one-fifth of the global supply of oil and gas travels through the channel on a daily basis. Threats made by the Iranian government regarding limiting traffic there have already caused an increase in oil prices around the world. It has been said that this strait has faced “irreversible strategic changes” making people concerned about further problems and it has been claimed by energy experts that the price of a barrel of oil might go beyond $120.
US-Israel-Iran War Latest Update: UN Security Council to Vote on Resolution
The UN Security Council is likely to consider a draft resolution asking Iran to cease its aggression against shipping and guarantee freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz. Sources familiar with the negotiations have revealed that while the resolution does not authorize any military action, it does ask for de-escalation. The UN Secretary-General, António Guterres, was alarmed by the increasing level of rhetoric and feared any escalation would be illegal under international law.
US-Israel-Iran War Latest Update: Saudi-Bahrain Bridge Closed Amid Threats
As a result of the threats from Iran regarding its air raids on Saudi Arabia, authorities have stopped all forms of movement on the 25-kilometer long King Fahd Causeway that links both Saudi Arabia and Bahrain. This causeway is very important strategically as it links Bahrain, which houses the Fifth Fleet of the US Navy, to the Arabian Peninsula.
US-Israel-Iran War Latest Update: Missile Interceptions & Regional Escalation
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia officially disclosed the fact that their air defence systems managed to intercept seven ballistic missiles directed at the eastern part of the country. At the same time, explosions took place in Damascus after the interception of the missiles and it is expected that Iran might attack infrastructure facilities in Israel and other countries.
US-Israel-Iran War Latest Update: Trump’s Ultimatum & Military Warnings
The US President Donald Trump gave a fresh ultimatum to Iran to open the strait of Hormuz, saying the country’s important infrastructure, such as bridges and power stations, could become a target of the attacks. The president said that Iran could “disable its own infrastructure in one night,” if it fails to respond to the ultimatum within the specified period of time.
US-Israel-Iran War Latest Update: Oil Prices Surge Amid Escalating Middle East Conflict
The cost of oil climbed due to the response of the market to supply concerns and energy investors were aware that any disruption in Hormuz would result in more than 21 million barrels of oil daily being affected. The stock market was also varied with the price of energy stocks rising while the rest of the market was uncertain.
US-Israel-Iran War Latest Update: Diplomatic Efforts Continue Behind the Scenes
Despite escalating tensions, negotiations continue. According to reports, Oman, Pakistan and Egypt are said to have started negotiations behind closed doors in an attempt to open the Strait of Hormuz HOWEVER, analysts caution that continued attacks and threats could complicate negotiations.
Disclaimer: This article is based on publicly available information and evolving developments. Situations may change rapidly and readers should follow official updates.
