ISRAELI MEDIA:

• Five missile waves launched from Iran overnight targeting Haifa, Greater Tel Aviv, and southern areas.
• Cluster-type missiles struck over 20 locations in central Israel.
• Impacts reported in Tel Aviv, Ramat Gan, Petah Tikva, and Bnei Brak.
• Explosive warheads detonated over central regions, causing widespread damage.
• Direct building hit reported in Tel Aviv.
• Injuries reported, including at least one serious case.
• New missile launches detected toward Beersheba, Dimona, and Arad.
• Sirens sounded across the Negev, Beersheba, and central areas.

Haifa Strike Aftermath: Casualties Confirmed, Bodies Recovered

ISRAELI MEDIA:

• Two bodies recovered from under rubble in Haifa following earlier missile strike.
• Additional injuries reported in the latest Iranian bombardment.

Lebanon Under Intensified Israeli Strikes

AL MAYADEEN / LEBANESE SOURCES:

• Four Israeli airstrikes hit Mashghara, Zalaya, Qalya, and Sohmor in the western Bekaa.
• Three people killed and three injured in Mashghara.
• Three killed in an Israeli strike on Burj Rahhal in Tyre district.
• Casualties also reported after a strike on a vehicle in Kfarreman.
• Final toll from Beirut (al-Jnah) strike: five killed and 52 wounded.

Iran: Widespread Damage to Health Infrastructure

IRANIAN HEALTH MINISTRY:

• Eight hospitals in Tehran evacuated since the start of the war.
• 54 emergency centers, 46 medical units, and 216 healthcare facilities damaged.
• 41 ambulances also damaged in US-Israeli attacks.

Damage Reported at Sharif University

SHARIF UNIVERSITY PRESIDENT:

A university building was damaged in a US-Israeli strike in Tehran.

Oil Prices Continue to Rise

MARKETS: US crude rose to $114 per barrel amid ongoing war-related disruptions.

Al-Aqsa Mosque Remains Closed for 38th Day

PALESTINE: Israeli authorities continue closure of Al-Aqsa Mosque, preventing worshippers from entering.

ISRAELI MEDIA:

• Cluster-type warheads struck Haifa and surrounding areas, including Kiryat, Nesher, and Kiryat Ata.
• Severe damage reported to buildings and vehicles.
• Fires broke out at multiple locations across the city.
• Multiple impact sites confirmed in Haifa.
• Two bodies recovered from under the rubble of a building hit in the previous strike.
• Sirens sounded in Haifa and surrounding areas after new missile launches from Iran.

ISRAELI HOME FRONT COMMAND: New missile launches detected from Iran.

Strike on Residential Area in Tehran Kills 13

AL MAYADEEN:

• A US-Israeli strike targeted a residential neighborhood in Baharestan, Tehran.
• 13 people were killed.

South Korea Warns of Risks in Middle East Oil Imports

SOUTH KOREAN PRESIDENT: President Lee Jae-myung said risks must be accepted when importing oil from the Middle East.

ISRAELI MEDIA / CHANNEL 12 / IRANIAN STATE TV:

• More than 10 missiles were launched from Iran in the last three waves, reportedly carrying cluster warheads.
• IRGC aerospace forces launched three missile waves within 20 minutes.
• New missile wave detected toward central Israel.
• Sirens sounded across Tel Aviv and the central regions.
• Explosions reported in Tel Aviv, with impacts in Holon, Tel Aviv, and Bnei Brak.
• Cluster-type missiles reported in Bnei Brak, Ramat Gan, Rishon LeZion, and Shoham.
• Additional explosions reported across central areas.

Hezbollah Expands Rocket Fire on Northern Israel

HEZBOLLAH:

• Rocket salvos targeted Nahariya.
• Rocket fire also targeted Shlomi.
• Additional rockets launched toward Liman as part of earlier warnings.

US-Israeli Strike Targets Tehran University, Civilian Casualties in Qom

AL MAYADEEN / IRAN:

• A US-Israeli strike targeted Sharif University in Tehran.
• Five civilians were killed in an attack on Qom, with the toll expected to rise.

Drone Alerts and Sirens Across Northern Front

ISRAELI MEDIA:

• Sirens sounded in Upper Galilee and Western Galilee.
• Drone infiltration alerts triggered sirens in the occupied Golan.
• Sirens also activated in Nahariya and surrounding areas.

MARKETS / REUTERS:

• WTI crude jumped above $115 per barrel.
• US crude rose $2 to $113.6 as the US-Israel war on Iran continues to disrupt global supply.

Israeli Shelling Targets Eastern Khan Yunis

PALESTINIAN MEDIA: Israeli artillery shelled eastern Khan Yunis in southern Gaza.

Israeli Media Accuses Army of Misleading on Hezbollah Capabilities

YEDIOTH AHRONOTH: Reports say the army coordinated with the government in misleading assessments on Hezbollah’s capabilities and disarmament.

Iraqi Hezbollah Warns on Hormuz and Regional Security

KATAIB HEZBOLLAH IRAQ:

• Either security for all or no security for anyone.
• Attempting to force open Hormuz would leave no oil or gas platforms intact.

LEBANESE HEALTH MINISTRY: Two people were killed and two injured after an Israeli airstrike targeted a car in Toul.

Explosions Reported in Shiraz, Southern Iran

IRANIAN MEDIA: Explosions were heard in Shiraz in Fars province.

Israeli Strikes Hit Multiple Areas in South Lebanon

AL JAZEERA:

• Airstrikes targeted Deir al-Zahrani.
• Two strikes hit Nabatieh al-Fawqa.
• Additional strikes targeted Arzoun and al-Sultaniyah.

Rocket Fire Toward Galilee

AL JAZEERA: Rockets were launched from southern Lebanon toward the Galilee.

Sirens Across Northern Israel

ISRAELI HOME FRONT COMMAND: Sirens activated in multiple towns after rocket launches from Lebanon.

Hezbollah Targets Base Near Acre

HEZBOLLAH: A drone strike targeted a military base north of Acre.

Heavy Casualties in Beirut Strike

LEBANESE HEALTH MINISTRY: Five killed and 52 injured in an Israeli strike on al-Jnah in southern Beirut.

Hezbollah Targets Israeli Forces Near Border

HEZBOLLAH: A drone strike targeted Israeli forces near the Marj site opposite Markaba.

Haifa Mayor: Incident Was Complex

YEDIOTH AHRONOTH: Haifa’s mayor said the situation was complex but systems remain operational.

Three Killed in Mount Lebanon Strike

LEBANESE HEALTH MINISTRY: Three killed and three injured in an Israeli strike on Ain Saadeh.

Second Drone Strike Targets US Site Near Baghdad

AL JAZEERA: A second drone attack within an hour targeted a US logistical base west of Baghdad.

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US President escalates rhetoric on Strait of Hormuz, while Iranian officials maintain calibrated messaging amid rising regional tensions.

‘Open the F*cking Strait’: Trump Issues Profane Hormuz Threat to Iran

ISRAELI HEALTH MINISTRY: The number of wounded in Haifa has risen to 11, including one in critical condition.

Ahvaz Airport Hit for Third Time in One Day

IRANIAN LOCAL OFFICIAL (KHUZESTAN):

• Ahvaz International Airport was bombed for the third time in one day.
• Western areas of Ahvaz were also targeted for the fourth time within hours.

Iran Says Power Secured for Critical Facilities

IRANIAN ENERGY MINISTER:

• Electricity is being secured for all sensitive sites.
• Iran currently has a surplus in power supply.

Trump: No Immediate Need for Ground Troops in Iran

ABC NEWS:

• Trump said he does not see a need to deploy ground forces at this stage.
• He did not rule out the option if no agreement is reached.

Hezbollah MP: Israeli Withdrawal Key to Calm in South Lebanon

AL JAZEERA:

• MP Ali Fayyad said Israeli withdrawal is the fastest path to stability in southern Lebanon.
• He said Hezbollah is fighting with purely Lebanese objectives.
• He added the group did not oppose diplomacy, but rejects concessions.

Explosion Rocks Ahvaz

IRANIAN MEDIA: A powerful explosion was reported in Ahvaz, southwest Iran.

Air Defenses Activated in Tehran

MEHR: Air defenses were activated in Tehran to counter potential hostile targets.

IRANIAN FOREIGN MINISTRY: Iran will respond to any attacks on its infrastructure by targeting equivalent US-linked sites.

Iranian Parliament Speaker Warns of Regional Escalation

IRAN:

• Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said US actions could ignite the entire region.
• He warned Trump’s moves would drag the US into widespread conflict.

Israeli Army: Disarming Hezbollah Is Top War Goal

ISRAELI CHANNEL 12: Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir said disarming Hezbollah is a primary objective in southern Lebanon.

Missing Persons in Haifa Rise to Four

ISRAELI BROADCASTING AUTHORITY: Four people are now missing at the Haifa missile impact site.

Israeli Strikes Continue in Southern Lebanon

AL JAZEERA: Two airstrikes targeted the towns of Shaabiya and Mahrouna in southern Lebanon.

Storming UAE embassy in Damascus reveals Syria’s streets rejecting genocide in Gaza and normalization with Israel.

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REUTERS:

• Donald Trump signaled he may extend the deadline given to Iran until Tuesday evening (US Eastern Time).
• Earlier, he told ABC he did not want to discuss extending the deadline, saying Iran already has enough time to reach a deal.
• The conflicting statements reflect uncertainty in the US position amid tensions over Hormuz and regional security.

IRGC Blocks Ships in Strait of Hormuz, Downs US Drone

IRANIAN STATE TV: The IRGC blocked several vessels from entering and exiting the Strait of Hormuz due to lack of permits.

IRANIAN ARMY: Air defenses shot down a US drone near Kharg Island.

🚨🇮🇱 MAARIV / ISRAELI BROADCASTING AUTHORITY:

The Israeli army acknowledged launching interceptors but failed to stop the Iranian missile that struck Haifa.

Police are continuing search operations for three missing persons at the Haifa impact site. pic.twitter.com/PegpgIhY5a

— The Palestine Chronicle (@PalestineChron) April 5, 2026

OPEC+ Increases Output, Stresses Maritime Security

OPEC+:

• Eight countries agreed to raise production by 206,000 barrels per day.
• The group stressed the importance of protecting international shipping routes to ensure uninterrupted energy flows.

Drone Explosion Reported Near Acre

ISRAELI CHANNEL 12: Initial reports indicate a drone exploded near the city of Acre in northern Israel.

Building Hit in Western Galilee, Missing Persons in Haifa

ISRAELI BROADCASTING AUTHORITY:

• A missile struck a building in western Galilee without casualties.
• Police continue searching for three missing persons at the Haifa impact site.

Trump Warns Iran Over Strait of Hormuz

WALL STREET JOURNAL:

• Trump warned Iran would lose all power stations and key infrastructure if it keeps Hormuz closed.
• He said the war could end soon, stressing the US is in a strong position.
• He added rebuilding Iran could take 20 years, “if a country remains at all.”

Israel Admits Failure to Intercept Missile Over Haifa

MAARIV: Israeli army acknowledged launching interceptors but failed to stop the missile that hit Haifa.

Israeli Strikes Hit Multiple Towns in South Lebanon

AL JAZEERA:

• Airstrikes targeted Aita al-Shaab and Qabrikha.
• Another strike hit the town of Sarafand in southern Lebanon.

Hezbollah Announces Multiple Attacks on Israeli Targets

HEZBOLLAH:

• Detonated an explosive device against Israeli forces near Shamaa, causing confirmed casualties.
• Launched rockets at Nahariya as part of a warning to settlements.
• Targeted Israeli troop gatherings in Aitaroun.
• Struck Mount Meron base for surveillance and air operations.
• Hit the settlement of Metula with rocket fire.

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ISRAELI MEDIA:

• Ten people were injured, one seriously, after a missile struck Haifa.
• A ballistic missile hit a multi-storey building.
• Severe damage reported, fires broke out, fears of people trapped under rubble.

Trump: Iran War Must End Within Days

ABC NEWS:

• Trump said the war should end within days, not weeks.
• Warned that failure to reach a deal would lead to destroying Iran entirely.

Abu Obeida: Enemy Expanding Aggression Across the Region

AL-QASSAM BRIGADES:

• Abu Obeida said Israel is expanding its aggression across the region.
• Described actions as military aggression violating international law.
• Warned attacks on Al-Aqsa and prisoners will not go unanswered.
• Called for mass mobilization in Palestine and demonstrations worldwide.
• Expressed support for Lebanon and allied forces in the region.

6 Injured in Explosion Southeast of Baghdad

AL JAZEERA: Six people were injured after a projectile explosion southeast of Baghdad.

Israeli Shelling Hits South Lebanon

AL JAZEERA: Israeli artillery struck the town of Dbaybin in southern Lebanon.

Iran Launches New Missile Wave

IRANIAN STATE TV: A new wave of missiles launched toward Israel.

Damage and Debris Reported in Haifa

ISRAELI BROADCASTING AUTHORITY:

• Missile debris fell in Haifa.
• Buildings damaged, rescue teams searching affected areas.

Iran Links Hormuz Reopening to War Compensation

MEHR: Iran says Strait of Hormuz will reopen after compensation through transit revenues.

Explosions Heard in Haifa

ISRAELI MEDIA: Explosions reported across Haifa.

Missile Launches Trigger Nationwide Sirens

ISRAELI HOME FRONT COMMAND:

• Missiles launched from Iran toward north and south.
• Sirens activated across multiple regions including Beersheba.

Israeli Strike Hits Southern Lebanon

AL JAZEERA: Airstrike targeted the town of Al-Abbasiyeh.

Kuwait Extinguishes Fires After Drone Attack

KUWAIT FIRE FORCE: Two fires contained at government and oil facilities.

Israel Deploys New Reserve Brigade

ISRAELI ARMY: New reserve brigade joins operations in southern Lebanon.

Rockets Fired from South Lebanon

AL JAZEERA: Three rockets launched toward Israel.

Iran Targets Sites Near Dimona and US Base

IRANIAN ARMY:

• Drones hit industrial facilities near Dimona.
• Also targeted US military equipment site in Kuwait.

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ASSOCIATED PRESS:

• Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky warned that a prolonged war with Iran could reduce support for Ukraine.
• He said Ukraine is no longer the priority today.
• He added that if the war with Iran does not end, the US Patriot package for Ukraine will shrink day by day.

Rocket Fire and Drone Alerts Across Northern Israel

ISRAELI HOME FRONT COMMAND:

• Sirens sounded in Arab al-Aramsheh and towns in western Galilee after a drone was detected coming from Lebanon.
• Sirens also sounded in Kfar Giladi in Upper Galilee after rocket salvos were detected from Lebanon.
• Further sirens were activated in Yiftah and al-Malkiya in Upper Galilee after rockets were launched from southern Lebanon.
• Sirens also sounded across Upper Galilee after additional launches.

AL JAZEERA: Two rockets were launched from southern Lebanon toward Upper Galilee.

Hezbollah Announces New Attacks on Israeli Targets

HEZBOLLAH:

• We shelled gatherings of Israeli soldiers in the al-Sadr area and Ghadmatha Hill in Aitaroun.
• We targeted Israeli military infrastructure in the settlement of Karmiel.
• We struck an Israeli troop gathering at the al-Malkiya site with a drone and achieved a direct hit.
• We also shelled Israeli military infrastructure in Katzrin in the occupied Syrian Golan.
• We targeted Israeli military infrastructure in the occupied city of Safed.
• We launched a rocket barrage at a gathering of Israeli occupation soldiers in the al-Malkiya site.

Israeli Media Reports Casualties in Northern Israel

ISRAELI MEDIA: Six people were wounded after a Hezbollah rocket hit Deir al-Asad in northern Israel.

Basra Oil Exports Halted Due to Hormuz Closure

BASRA OIL COMPANY:

• Exports have stopped because of the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
• The strikes on our oil facilities negatively affected operations.
• We are producing 900,000 barrels per day for domestic needs.
• Most foreign companies working in the oil fields have withdrawn and their nationals have been evacuated.

China and Russia Discuss Middle East Situation

XINHUA:

• Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi discussed the situation in the Middle East with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov.
• Wang said China has always called for resolving regional and international crises through dialogue and negotiation to ensure peace and stability.

Iranian Officer Killed in US-Israeli Attacks

MEHR: Brigadier General Masoud Zare, commander of the Iranian Army’s Air Defense College, was killed in US-Israeli attacks on Iranian territory.

Lebanon Death Toll Rises

LEBANESE HEALTH MINISTRY: The Israeli assault on Lebanon since March 2 has killed 1,461 people and wounded 4,430.

US Central Command Says It Is Destroying Iranian Drones

US CENTRAL COMMAND: We are destroying Iranian drones used against our forces and civilians in neighboring countries.

Trump Threatens Wider Destruction if No Deal Is Reached

FOX NEWS:

• Donald Trump said he believes a deal with Iran could be reached by tomorrow, but if not, “we will hit everything.”
• He said bridges and power stations across Iran would collapse.
• He also said that if Iran does not reach an agreement quickly, he is considering “blowing everything up” and seizing Iranian oil.

Attack Targets Iranian Red Crescent Vehicle

TASNIM: A US-Israeli attack targeted a Red Crescent relief vehicle in فارس province in southern Iran, with no casualties reported.

Abu Dhabi Says Fires at Borouge Plant Contained

ABU DHABI MEDIA OFFICE:

• Emergency teams brought three fires under control at the Borouge petrochemicals plant.
• The incident caused damage at the site but no injuries.

OPEC+ Expresses Concern Over Attacks on Energy Infrastructure

OPEC+ DRAFT STATEMENT:

• The Joint Ministerial Monitoring Committee expressed concern over attacks on energy infrastructure.
• Restoring damaged energy assets to full capacity will take a long time and will affect supply availability.

An Iranian missile struck the Neot Hovav industrial complex near Beersheba in southern Israel on Sunday, according to Israeli army radio.

The site—considered one of the most sensitive industrial zones in the south—was hit for the third time since the start of the war, Israeli media reported.

Iran Strikes Key Israeli Industrial Site as Wave 96 Hits Energy Targets

LEBANESE ARMY: Soldier killed in airstrike on Kfar Hatta.

Israel Claims Strikes on Iran’s Military Production

ISRAELI DEFENSE MINISTER: Says Israel hit core of Iran’s weapons and missile production capabilities.

UAE Reports Large-Scale Interceptions

UAE DEFENSE MINISTRY: Handled hundreds of missiles and drones since escalation began.

Missiles Impact Southern Israel Industrial Zone

ISRAELI MEDIA: Missile hits Neot Hovav industrial complex.

Iran Launches Back-to-Back Missile Waves

IRANIAN STATE TV: Two missile barrages fired within minutes toward Israel.

Israeli Strike Targets Beirut

AL JAZEERA CORRESPONDENT: Airstrike hits Al-Jnah area in southern Beirut.

Sirens Sound Near Gaza Border and Negev

ISRAELI HOME FRONT COMMAND: Alerts activated in Zikim, Beersheba, and Negev after rocket launches.

Missile Hits Factory Near Beersheba

ISRAELI RADIO: Rocket strikes industrial facility south of the city.

Drone Attack Hits Kuwaiti Oil Facilities

Israel Claims Killing of IRGC Oil Official in Tehran

ISRAELI ARMY: Says it killed Reza Kahi, IRGC oil trade official, in Tehran two days ago.

US Rejects Iranian Control Over Strait of Hormuz

BLOOMBERG (citing White House official):

• US will not allow Iran to establish control over Hormuz.
• Claims 44 Iranian mine-laying vessels destroyed.

Sirens Sound in Safed and Upper Galilee

ISRAELI HOME FRONT COMMAND: Alerts triggered after rocket launches from Lebanon.

Israeli Forces Demolish Homes in South Lebanon

AL JAZEERA CORRESPONDENT: Israeli army demolishes houses in Aita al-Shaab.

Iraqi Oil Tanker Crosses Hormuz After Exemption

BLOOMBERG: Iraqi tanker passes through Strait of Hormuz after Iran grants exemption.

Attacks Target US Diplomatic Facilities in Iraq

US EMBASSY IN BAGHDAD:

• Two attacks carried out by Iran-aligned groups targeting US diplomatic sites.
• Described as assassination attempts on US diplomats.

Casualties Rise After Beirut Airstrike

LEBANESE HEALTH MINISTRY: Four killed and 39 wounded in Israeli strike on Al-Jnah, south Beirut.

Israeli Army Reports Troop Casualties in Lebanon

ISRAELI ARMY:

• 375 soldiers wounded since renewed ground fighting.
• 27 critically injured, 56 moderately.

Trump Threatens Massive Strikes on Iran

DONALD TRUMP: Warns Iran to open Hormuz or face major attacks on infrastructure.

Drone Crashes West of Baghdad

IRAQI POLICE SOURCE: Drone falls in Radwaniyah area without exploding.

Casualties Reported in Beirut Strike

LEBANESE CIVIL DEFENSE: One killed and 25 wounded in initial toll from Al-Jnah strike.

Israeli Sirens Activated Across Upper Galilee

ISRAELI HOME FRONT COMMAND: Alerts sounded in multiple northern settlements after rocket fire.

Israel Assisted in US Pilot Rescue Operation

REUTERS (citing Israeli official): Israel provided intelligence during US rescue mission in Iran.

Iran Launches New Missile Wave

IRGC: New missile barrage targeted Israeli military sites in response to previous strikes.

KUWAIT PETROLEUM CORPORATION: Drone strike causes fires and significant damage at oil and chemical facilities.

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HEZBOLLAH: A naval cruise missile hit an Israeli vessel 68 miles off the Lebanese coast.

Israel Orders Evacuation in Beirut’s Southern Suburbs

ISRAELI ARMY: Evacuation warning issued for seven locations in Beirut’s southern suburbs ahead of planned strikes.

Five Killed in Overnight Strikes in Southwest Iran

IRANIAN LOCAL OFFICIAL:

Five killed in attacks on Boyer-Ahmad province.

Sirens Sound in Upper Galilee After Rocket Fire

AL JAZEERA CORRESPONDENT:

Sirens activated in Ma’alot area following launches from Lebanon.

Iran: Strikes on Infrastructure Amount to War Crimes

IRANIAN FOREIGN MINISTRY:

Araghchi says targeting infrastructure, nuclear sites, hospitals, and civilian facilities constitutes war crimes.

Fire at Bahraini Petrochemical Facility After Drone Attack

BAHRAIN NEWS AGENCY: Fire breaks out at Gulf Petrochemical Industries Company following Iranian drone strike.

IRGC Reports Casualties in Northern Iran

IRGC: Four members and one army soldier killed in US-Israeli strikes in Ardabil province.

US Concern Over Potential Capture of Pilot

WALL STREET JOURNAL: US feared Iran could extract major concessions if pilot captured.

Evacuation at Ben Gurion Airport

YEDIOTH AHRONOTH: Staff evacuated after smoke detected from suspicious package.

Missile Interception Over Northern Israel

ISRAELI CHANNEL 12: Missile from Iran intercepted; explosions reported in Haifa Bay and Kiryot.

Israel Denies Naval Vessel Was Targeted

ISRAELI ARMY RADIO: Denies Hezbollah claim of strike on Israeli warship off Lebanese coast.

Sirens Activated Across Northern Israel

ISRAELI HOME FRONT COMMAND: Residents instructed to enter shelters immediately.

Israeli Casualties Reach 6,833 Since War Began

ISRAELI HEALTH MINISTRY: Total number of wounded rises to 6,833.

Israeli Strike Hits Southern Lebanon

AL JAZEERA CORRESPONDENT: Airstrike targets outskirts of Al-Khiam.

Missile Alerts in Haifa and Golan

ISRAELI HOME FRONT COMMAND: Early warnings issued after launches from Iran.

Lebanese President Condemns Israeli Attacks

LEBANESE PRESIDENCY: Calls for ceasefire and diplomatic pressure on Israel.

Iran Vows to Defend Itself

REUTERS (citing Araghchi): Iran determined to defend itself by all means.

Fires Reported in Abu Dhabi After Interceptions

ABU DHABI MEDIA OFFICE:

• Fires broke out at petrochemical site after falling debris from interceptions.
• Operations temporarily suspended.

Iran Claims Downing of US Aircraft

IRGC: US aircraft entering Iranian airspace were shot down.

Iran Targets US Aircraft in Isfahan Region

KHATAM AL-ANBIA HQ: Helicopters and military transport aircraft targeted south of Isfahan.

Sirens in Northern Israel After Rocket Fire

ISRAELI HOME FRONT COMMAND: Alerts activated east of Kiryat Shmona.

US Destroyed Its Own Aircraft During Rescue Operation

WALL STREET JOURNAL:

• Two MC-130 aircraft destroyed during pilot rescue mission.
• US drones reportedly targeted Iranians approaching pilot.

CBS: US Pilot Rescued Without Injuries

CBS NEWS:

• US forces engaged Iranian troops during rescue.
• No US casualties reported.

US intelligence says Iran retains significant missile capacity despite strikes, raising doubts about core war aims, the New York Times reports.

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PALESTINIAN MEDIA: Four killed in Israeli airstrike targeting civilians at Al-Shawa Square in Al-Daraj, central Gaza.

Al-Aqsa Mosque Closed for 37th Consecutive Day

PALESTINIAN MEDIA: Israeli authorities continue closure of Al-Aqsa, preventing worshippers from entering.

Deadly Israeli Strike in South Lebanon

NATIONAL NEWS AGENCY (LEBANON): Three killed and several wounded in second airstrike on Siddiqin.

Iran Claims Downing of US C-130 Aircraft

IRANIAN SECURITY FORCES: Special operations unit says it downed a US C-130 south of Isfahan.

Hezbollah Targets Israeli Barracks with Drones

HEZBOLLAH: Drone swarm struck Zar’it barracks.

Airstrike Targets PMF Unit in Iraq

POPULAR MOBILIZATION FORCES: Fourth regiment of Brigade 52 hit by US-Israeli airstrikes in Tuz Khurmatu.

Iran Reports Large Number of Intercepted Drones

IRANIAN ARMY: Air defenses have downed 162 drones since the start of the escalation.

Iran Downs Israeli Hermes 900 Drone

IRANIAN ARMY: Israeli Hermes 900 UAV shot down over Isfahan.

Drone Infiltration Triggers Sirens in Northern Israel

ISRAELI MEDIA: Sirens sounded in Rosh HaNikra after drone crossed from Lebanon.

IRGC: Trump Facing ‘Clear Failure’ in War

IRGC: US efforts now aimed at covering up major losses on day 38 of war.

Iran Claims Downing of US Aircraft Searching for Pilot

IRGC: US aircraft searching for the missing pilot was destroyed south of Isfahan.

Iran Downs Multiple US MQ-9 Drones

IRGC: Four advanced MQ-9 drones were shot down over Isfahan in the past five days.

UAE Intercepts Missiles and Drones

AFP: Air defenses activated to counter missile and drone attacks.

Iran reports destroying US aircraft during failed rescue operation, while Washington says pilot was successfully retrieved in complex mission.

Conflicting Claims: Iran Says US Rescue Failed, Washington Says Pilot Retrieved

TASNIM:

• Spokesman Ibrahim Zolfaghari warns escalation against Iranian infrastructure will “open the gates of hell”.
• He says US claims of defeating Iran have turned into a “quagmire.”

REUTERS: Authorities working to contain blaze at oil installation in Bahrain.

ISLAMIC RESISTANCE IN IRAQ: We carried out 19 operations using dozens of drones targeting US bases in Iraq and the region.

Iran Downs Israeli MQ-9 Drone Over Isfahan

IRGC PUBLIC RELATIONS: Israeli MQ-9 drone shot down over Isfahan in central Iran.

Hezbollah Launches Drone and Rocket Attacks on Israeli Targets

HEZBOLLAH:

• Drone swarm targeted Zar’it barracks.
• Rocket fire hit Israeli troop gatherings in Aitaroun and near Al-Malkiya settlement.

Iran Launches New Missile Barrage Toward Northern Israel

IRANIAN STATE TV / ISRAELI MEDIA:

• New wave of missiles fired toward northern Israel.
• Sirens sounded from Haifa to the occupied Syrian Golan.

Explosions Reported Across Northern Israel

ISRAELI MEDIA:

• Large explosions heard following Iranian missile strikes.
• Settlers fled to shelters across northern regions.

TASNIM / AL MAYADEEN:

• Iranian sources say US warplanes struck areas in Kohgiluyeh province in an attempt to kill a downed pilot after failing to rescue him.
• Multiple airstrikes were reportedly carried out overnight based on suspected pilot locations.
• Sources claim US forces have “lost hope” of finding the second pilot alive.
• Authorities say US efforts to locate the missing pilot have failed so far.
• One pilot was rescued, while the second remains missing.
• Armed forces urged civilians to help locate and capture the US pilot alive.
• Three civilians killed and two wounded after US missile strikes in Kohgiluyeh and Boyer-Ahmad province.

AL MAYADEEN CORRESPONDENT:

• Airstrike targeted Kfar Hatta in Sidon district.
• Additional strikes hit Batouliyeh and Siddiqin in Tyre district.

Fire Erupts at Kuwaiti Oil Facility After Drone Attack

KUNA: Fire broke out in Shuwaikh oil sector complex following drone strike.

Israeli Media Criticizes War Narrative

YEDIOTH AHRONOTH:

• War rhetoric on defeating Hezbollah and Iran likely to end in disappointment.
• Hezbollah will not be disarmed despite escalating Israeli statements.

US Requests Satellite Image Blackout

ROTTER NET: US government asked private satellite companies to block imagery related to Iran war indefinitely.

Explosions Reported in Dimona and Beersheba

ISRAELI MEDIA:

• Multiple explosions heard in Dimona and Beersheba.
• Sirens activated across Negev region.

Israeli Strike Kills Two in Gaza

PALESTINIAN MEDIA: Two killed and others wounded after Israeli strike near Al-Shawa Square in Al-Tuffah neighborhood, Gaza.

Iran Launches New Missile Wave

IRANIAN STATE TV: New wave of missiles launched toward Israeli territory.

Israel Detects Incoming Missiles from Iran

ISRAELI HOME FRONT COMMAND:

• Missile launches detected from Iran.
• Residents are instructed to immediately enter shelters.

Iranian Commander Warns US Forces

ISMAIL QAANI:

• Says US aircraft carrier Gerald Ford fled the Red Sea.
• Warns retreat will be the fate of all US forces in the region.

US Strike Kills Civilians in Western Iran

IRANIAN LOCAL OFFICIAL: Three civilians killed and two injured in US strike on Kohgiluyeh and Boyer-Ahmad province.

Airstrike Targets Iraqi Military Site

AL MAYADEEN CORRESPONDENT: Airstrike hit Popular Mobilization Forces site at Haliwah Airport in Salah al-Din province.

TASNIM (citing Iranian military source):

• US forces reportedly striking areas in southwest Iran where the missing pilot may be located.
• Source claims the US is attempting to kill the pilot after losing hope of recovery.

Kuwait Intercepts Missiles and Drones

AL JAZEERA CORRESPONDENT:

• Air defenses activated as sirens sounded across Kuwait.
• Missiles and drones intercepted.

Israeli Assessment: Hezbollah Prepared for Prolonged War

ISRAELI CHANNEL 12:

• Hezbollah ready for a long-term confrontation.
• Group retains hundreds of launch platforms north of the Litani River.
• Capable of sustaining around 200 operations daily for up to five months.

Drone Attack Hits Iraqi Oil Field

IRAQI OIL MINISTRY: Storage facilities at the Bazarkan oil field targeted by unidentified drones.

Hezbollah Targets Israeli Troops in South Lebanon

HEZBOLLAH: Rockets and artillery struck Israeli troop positions in Aitaroun and Al-Biyada.

KHATAM AL-ANBIA COMMANDER ALI ABDOLLAHI:

• Warns of continuous, large-scale attacks on enemy infrastructure if Iran is targeted.
• Says escalation would “open the gates of hell.”

Diplomatic Efforts Stall Amid Deepening Distrust

MS NOW (citing sources):

• Efforts to end the war face growing mistrust, conflicting agendas, and lack of credible mediators.
• Pakistani mediation limited to indirect message exchanges with no formal talks.

Trump Claims US Strikes Killed Iranian Military Leaders

DONALD TRUMP:

• Says US strikes in Tehran killed multiple Iranian military leaders.
• Describes them as having mismanaged Iran’s military.

Israel Issues Evacuation Warning in South Lebanon

ISRAELI ARMY / AL JAZEERA:

• Residents of Kfar Hatta told to evacuate ahead of planned strike.
• Airstrike also reported on Al-Sawana in Marjayoun.

Hezbollah Targets Israeli Positions

HEZBOLLAH: Says it struck Israeli troop positions in Maroun al-Ras and Al-Biyada with rockets.

Explosion Reported in Ahvaz

IRANIAN MEDIA: Blast and fighter jet activity reported over Ahvaz in southwest Iran.

Iran Adds Israeli Power Plants to Target List

TASNIM (citing military sources): Two Israeli power stations added to target bank in response to threats against Iranian infrastructure.

Five Killed in Israeli Strike on Southern Lebanon

LEBANESE HEALTH MINISTRY: Airstrike on Ma’rakah killed five people and wounded others.

Lebanon Evacuates Border Crossing After Israeli Threats

AL JAZEERA (citing security source):

• Authorities evacuated Masnaa crossing.
• Hundreds of trucks stranded amid fears of Israeli strike.

US Moves Toward Targeting Iranian Energy Sites

WALL STREET JOURNAL (citing US officials):

• Trump administration increasingly views energy infrastructure and bridges as legitimate targets.
• Legal concerns raised over strikes on civilian infrastructure.

Vast crowds rally across Iraq against the US-Israeli war on Iran in one of the largest mobilizations since February 28.

Iraq Rises Against Iran War – Sadr Brings Vast Crowds Into the Streets