Iran War Escalates into Regional Conflict
Tensions across the Middle East have intensified within a week of the start of the U.S. and Israeli military operations against Iran. Despite extensive military attacks by land, sea, and air, the situation is rapidly escalating into a larger regional conflict.
Global Oil Prices Climb to Peak Not Seen Since 2023
Global oil prices have surged as escalating tensions in the Middle East raise fears of disruptions to global energy supplies. The growing geopolitical uncertainty has prompted traders and investors to closely monitor developments in the region.
Tehran Falls Silent, Slowly Turning Into a Dead City
The capital of Iran, Tehran, has almost turned into a deserted city amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. Busy streets in the city are largely empty, most shops are closed, and fear and uncertainty dominate the lives of residents. With the internet nearly shut down across the country, many citizens are accessing the outside world using VPNs. One such resident told the BBC that Tehran’s busy Iranshahr Street now appears as silent as it was during the days of the pandemic.
Six Kurdish Armed Groups That May Join the War Against the Iranian Government
Several Kurdish armed groups are preparing to join the ongoing military campaign by the United States and Israel against Iran. According to Middle East–focused news outlet Al-Monitor, they are waiting to enter Iran from the Kurdistan region of Iraq under a recently formed coalition.
Iran Closes Strait of Hormuz, Halts Vessel Traffic Amid Rising Tensions
Iran has closed the Strait of Hormuz, one of the most important maritime routes for oil transportation. An official from the European Union’s naval mission EUNAVFOR Aspides said that Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has announced that “no vessels will be allowed to pass through Hormuz.”
All Flights to the Middle East Temporarily Suspended by Biman Bangladesh Airlines
Due to the ongoing security situation in the Middle East surrounding Israel’s attack on Iran, Biman Bangladesh Airlines has temporarily suspended flights to all destinations in the region. All its flights to Middle Eastern destinations including Dammam, Jeddah, Medina, Riyadh, Sharjah, Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Kuwait and other regional destinations will remain suspended until further notice.
Israeli Attacks on Two Schools in Iran, More Than Half a Hundred Killed
At least 51 people have been killed in an Israeli attack on a girls’ school in the city of Minab in Hormozgan Province in southern Iran, according to state media. On the same day, another school was attacked east of the capital, Tehran.
Multiple Explosions in Bahrain, Abu Dhabi, Qatar and Saudi Arabia
Loud explosion sounds have been heard in Bahrain, United Arab Emirates capital Abu Dhabi, Qatar and Saudi Arabia. All of these areas host American military bases.
U.S. Naval Fleet Heads Toward Iran as Trump Issues Warning
U.S. President Donald Trump has said that an American naval fleet, or “armada,” has been sent toward Iran. However, he expressed hope that there would be no need to use this military force.
Khamenei Blames Trump for Instigating Deadly Protests in Iran
Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has blamed former US President Donald Trump for instigating the deadly anti-government protests that have been ongoing in Iran for several weeks.