Iran said the Strait of Hormuz remains open to global shipping but not to vessels linked to its “enemies”. Iran’s representative to a UN maritime agency shared the position. The statement came amid rising tension with the US. President Donald Trump had warned he would “obliterate” Iran’s power plants if the strait is not reopened. Iran’s military command Khatam Al-Anbiya said it may expand strikes if its energy sites are hit. “All energy, information technology, and desalination infrastructure belonging to the US and the regime in the region will be targeted,” it said. The situation has raised concerns over shipping security in the Gulf. (PC: X)

At least 8 rocket and drone attacks targeted a US-used diplomatic and logistics facility at Baghdad International Airport overnight, Iraqi officials said Sunday. A senior official told AFP the strikes went on until dawn. Some rockets landed near the site. No clear details on damage were shared. Another official reported 6 strikes, showing early differences in count. A police source said a rocket launcher was found in a nearby district. This suggests the attacks were launched from inside Baghdad. Authorities have not said who carried out the strikes. Security has been tightened around the airport after the incident. (PC: HT)

Dimona, known as Israel’s “Little India”, was hit by Iranian missile strikes that injured 33 people. The city lies close to a key nuclear site in southern Israel.   The town has a 7,500-strong Indian-Jewish community. Shops sell chaat, jalebi and other Indian snacks. Marathi and Hindi are commonly heard.   Many residents trace roots to Maharashtra, Kerala and Kolkata. Immigration mainly took place in the 1950s and 1960s, the Indian embassy said.   Israel’s military said some missiles were not intercepted. Iran said the strike followed an earlier attack on its Natanz site, calling it a “new phase of the battle.” (PC: NDTV)

A video of Donald Trump walking down Air Force One steps has sparked fresh talk about his health. The 79-year-old was seen holding the railing and moving slowly. He paused briefly before reaching the ground.   Another clip showed him steadying himself before sitting down at an event. Both videos spread widely online and drew mixed reactions.   Some users raised concerns over his condition. Others said the clips were being overinterpreted.   Trump has earlier dismissed such claims. He cited a past medical remark calling him the “healthiest president.” There is no official update suggesting any change to his schedule. 

US President Donald Trump has given Iran a 48-hour deadline to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. He warned the US would “hit and obliterate” Iran’s power plants if the route is not opened.   Trump said the strait must be opened “without threat” within the set time. The waterway carries about 20% of global oil and LNG shipments.   Iran responded by warning it would target US-linked energy sites across the Gulf if attacked.   Tensions have risen after Iran blocked the route and targeted ships. This has pushed global oil prices higher in recent weeks. (PC: NDTV)

Bilal Arif Sarafi, a commander of Lashkar-e-Taiba, was stabbed and shot dead by his family members in Pakistan on Saturday. The incident took place after Eid prayers near Muridke, sources said. The exact reason is not clear. Intelligence sources suspect a family dispute. Those involved in the killing have been arrested. Videos claiming to show the scene surfaced online, but their authenticity is not confirmed. Sarafi was linked to recruitment activities at the group’s Muridke centre. He was accused of identifying and training young men. Officials said he was not wanted in India. (PC: NDTV)

Iran fired missiles that struck near Israel’s nuclear research area, with blasts reported in Dimona and Arad. More than 100 people were injured, medics said. At least two missiles got past Israeli air defence systems. This is the first such breach near the nuclear site.   Videos showed large explosions and damage to homes. Some buildings were badly hit, with a few at risk of collapse. Rescue teams said at least 64 people were taken to hospitals.   The attack came hours after Iran’s Natanz nuclear site was struck. UN officials said there were no reports of damage or radiation at the Israeli facility. (PC: HT)

Oil tanker Aqua Titan carrying Russian crude reached Mangaluru port on Saturday evening. The vessel was earlier heading to China. It is the first of seven tankers now arriving in India. A Bloomberg report said at least seven ships changed course towards India. These tankers were initially bound for China. Ship-tracking firm Vortexa monitored the movement. The shift comes as India looks to secure energy supplies during disruptions linked to the Iran war. New Delhi also received a temporary US waiver. This allows it to buy Russian oil that is currently stranded at sea. Officials have not shared details on further deliveries yet. (PC: India Today)

Former Pakistan High Commissioner to India Abdul Basit has triggered controversy after suggesting that Pakistan could target Indian cities like Mumbai and New Delhi if the United States attacked its nuclear facilities. Speaking during a discussion on a hypothetical conflict, Basit said Pakistan would have “no other option” but to retaliate against India in such a scenario. He described the situation as unlikely but repeatedly referenced striking major Indian cities. The remarks have drawn widespread attention due to his past diplomatic role and come amid heightened regional tensions, though no official response from India has been reported yet. (PC: India Today)

Multiple explosions were reported across Tehran as Israel escalated its air campaign, targeting Iranian military and strategic sites in a major intensification of the ongoing conflict. At the same time, Iran launched fresh waves of ballistic missiles and drones across the region, including toward the United Arab Emirates. UAE air defence systems successfully intercepted several incoming threats, with loud blasts reported as interceptions occurred. The widening conflict now spans multiple countries, disrupting energy infrastructure and global oil flows, while raising fears of a broader regional war involving the US and its allies. (PC: X)