Live : Key Updates from the Middle East Conflict

Regional Developments: Key Updates from the Middle East Conflict

• Missile Strike in Qatar: An Iranian ballistic missile struck the Al Udeid Air Base, according to the Qatar Ministry of Defence. Two missiles targeted Qatar; one was intercepted by air defence systems, while the second hit the base without causing casualties.

• Spy Cells Dismantled: Qatari authorities announced the dismantling of two spy cells linked to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, according to state media reports.

• Tennis Tournament Cancelled in UAE: An ATP Challenger Tour event in Fujairah was cancelled after play was disrupted due to drone activity in the region. Other sporting events were also postponed.

• Missile Alerts in Israel: Explosions were heard over Jerusalem following a new wave of missiles launched from Iran.

• Israeli Strike on Iranian Nuclear Site: The Israel Defense Forces said it struck an underground nuclear facility in Iran, alleging scientists were covertly developing nuclear capabilities there.

• Hezbollah–Israel Clashes: The militant group Hezbollah said it targeted several Israeli military bases and tanks in response to Israeli strikes on its strongholds in Lebanon, including areas near Sidon and Tyre.

• Drone Shot Down in Iraq: Iraqi authorities reported that a drone was intercepted near Baghdad International Airport. No casualties or damage were reported.

• Strikes Across Tehran: U.S. and Israeli strikes targeted multiple sites in Tehran, as the conflict entered its fourth day.

• Trump Warns Iran: Donald Trump said it was “too late” for Iran to seek negotiations after the escalation of hostilities.

• US to Escort Oil Tankers: Trump announced the United States Navy could escort oil tankers through the Strait of Hormuz if necessary to ensure global energy flows.

• Israel to Reopen Airspace: Israel’s transport minister said the country would gradually reopen airspace between Wednesday and Thursday after closures caused by the conflict.

• Mass Travel Disruption: Governments and airlines are working to repatriate travellers stranded across the region as several countries closed airspace. More than 12,900 flights were cancelled between Saturday and Monday, affecting over one million passengers, according to aviation analytics firm Cirium.

• Global Markets React: Global and U.S. equities fell as oil prices surged amid fears of disruption to shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, which carries about 20% of the world’s crude oil supply.