Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has warned of a serious risk of radioactive contamination following U.S.-Israeli strikes near the Bushehr nuclear power plant amid escalating conflict. He criticised Western “double standards,” noting global concern over similar attacks elsewhere but limited reaction to strikes on Iran. A projectile reportedly hit near the facility, killing a security personnel member and damaging an auxiliary building, though core operations remain unaffected. Araghchi cautioned that any radiation leak could impact Gulf nations, highlighting the regional danger. International agencies have expressed concern, even as no radiation increase has yet been detected. (PC: X)

U.S. President Donald Trump announced a “massive” military strike on Iran, claiming that several top Iranian military leaders were killed in attacks targeting Tehran. He shared video footage showing explosions, highlighting the scale of the operation. The strike marks a major escalation in the ongoing U.S.-Iran conflict, which has already seen intense air raids, missile exchanges, and regional instability. Analysts note that while U.S. forces have inflicted significant damage on Iran’s military infrastructure, Tehran continues to resist and retaliate. With both sides refusing to back down, tensions in the Middle East remain high, raising fears of a prolonged and wider war.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said the military targeted Iran’s petrochemical facilities. He said these sites are a “cash machine” for funding attacks. “We will continue to strike them,” he added. The strikes follow earlier attacks on Iran’s steel plants. Iranian media reported at least five people were killed in the Mahshahr Petrochemical Zone. The developments come amid rising tensions between Israel and Iran. Earlier, a strike was also reported near the Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant, where one guard was killed. (PC: HT)

The UAE has asked Pakistan to repay a $2 billion loan due to rising tensions in the Middle East. Reports said the request followed the US-Israel conflict with Iran. The money was kept with Pakistan’s central bank as a deposit. Pakistan will return the amount by the end of this month. Officials said the country has been paying about 6 per cent interest. In the past, the UAE extended the deposit yearly. Pakistan has over $21 billion in reserves. However, it may need more external funding soon to manage its financial needs in the coming months. (PC: AFP)

US President Donald Trump has warned Iran that it has “48 hours before all hell” breaks out. He reminded Iran of a deadline to make a deal or open the Strait of Hormuz. Trump said “time is running out” as the deadline nears. He claimed Iran had asked for more time, and he extended it to 10 days. Iran has rejected the US proposal, calling it unfair. Trump also warned of possible attacks on energy infrastructure. Meanwhile, tensions remain high in the region. Iran’s parliament speaker hinted at action on another key shipping route, raising concerns over global trade disruption. (PC: AP)

A US F-15 fighter jet has been shot down over Iran. One pilot has been rescued, but another remains missing. Search operations are ongoing. Iran has reportedly offered a reward for the pilot’s capture. US President Donald Trump warned that “time is running out” for Iran to make a deal. He said Iran has 48 hours before strong action. Meanwhile, airstrikes near the Iran-Iraq border killed an Iraqi civilian and injured others. Iraq has closed a key border crossing after the attack. Gas supplies from Iran to southern Iraq have also stopped. Tensions continue to rise in the region.

A Russian drone attack hit a market in Nikopol, southern Ukraine, killing five people. At least 21 others were injured, including a 14-year-old girl. Officials said the strike happened in a “busy spot” on Saturday morning. Images showed damaged kiosks and debris across the market. Ukraine said the attack is being treated as a war crime. The town has faced frequent shelling since the war began. Meanwhile, Ukraine launched strikes on Russia, killing one person in Taganrog. Both sides reported heavy drone attacks overnight. Efforts to reach a ceasefire have stalled, with fighting continuing across multiple regions. (PC: Reuters)

A strike near Iran’s Bushehr nuclear plant killed one person on Saturday. Iranian media said the victim was a security staff member. This is the fourth strike near the site since the conflict began. A building was also damaged, but officials said there was no radiation leak. The IAEA chief warned that nuclear sites “must never be targeted.” He said even nearby buildings may hold critical safety systems. Iran’s foreign minister criticised the US and Israel over repeated attacks. He warned of serious regional risks. Russia has called for a temporary ceasefire to safely evacuate its workers from the plant next week.

Iran said it is open to mediation talks with the United States in Islamabad. Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said, “We have never refused to go to Islamabad.” He thanked Pakistan for its efforts. He added that Iran wants “a conclusive and lasting end” to the war. Reports earlier claimed Iran delayed the process. Pakistan rejected those claims, calling them “baseless” and a “figment of imagination.” Officials said there was a misunderstanding. Pakistan is trying to broker peace between the US, Israel, and Iran. Talks have not succeeded yet. Fighting continues, with attacks on key sites and rising tensions in the region. (PC: AP)

A major escalation in the Iran-Israel conflict saw Iran launch a ballistic missile carrying cluster munitions toward central Israel, striking areas near Tel Aviv. The attack caused a building collapse in Ramat Gan and widespread infrastructure damage, including power outages in nearby regions. Submunitions scattered across multiple locations, damaging roads, industrial zones, and civilian areas. Emergency teams rushed to defuse unexploded bomblets as fires broke out and residents took shelter in bunkers. Israeli defense systems were activated amid continued strikes, highlighting growing concerns over the use of cluster weapons and the intensifying scale of the conflict.