The US military conducted extensive airstrikes on Iran, marking the first such action in days and leading to a broader regional crisis involving Egypt for the first time. An Egyptian port experienced a fire on a US-owned vessel following a drone strike, the first incident of its kind during the ongoing crisis. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps of Tehran warned of retaliation against the US for targeting numerous Iranian military sites.
In parallel, Saudi Arabia joined the US in striking Iranian proxies in Iraq, after months of avoiding direct involvement in the conflict. The US retaliated with a series of strikes following an attack on one of its bases in Jordan, targeting various military installations in southern Iran. Amid the escalating tensions, reports indicated casualties on both sides and threats of further escalation involving neighboring countries.
Ongoing discussions between Oman and Iran focus on the situation in the Strait of Hormuz, according to the Iranian Foreign Ministry. Meanwhile, Israeli forces clashed with Palestinians in Gaza, resulting in casualties including children. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps of Iran claimed responsibility for attacks on US military installations in Kuwait and Jordan, in response to perceived US aggression.
The IRGC reaffirmed its control over the Strait of Hormuz and warned against foreign interference in the region. The US justified its recent strikes as a response to Iranian provocations, setting the stage for continued tensions and potential further military actions.