US-Israel Iran War Live Updates

Tonight, President Trump will take to the airwaves for a high-stakes address on the Iran conflict, marking his first prime-time speech since hostilities began. This move comes as his administration faces mounting pressure from a perfect storm of declining public approval and growing economic concerns. Although the White House has remained tight-lipped about the address’s specifics, it follows a claim by Trump that Iran had sought a temporary ceasefire, albeit with conditions that underscore the war’s uncertain trajectory.

Trump is scheduled to speak at 9pm, more than a month after the US and Israel initiated their military campaign against Iran. This delay stands in stark contrast to the typical practice of presidents delivering early addresses at the outset of major conflicts. Recent polls have revealed a significant slide in Trump’s approval ratings, with his disapproval numbers soaring above 55 percent as voters increasingly express dissatisfaction with both the war and its economic consequences.

Support for the Iran campaign remains lukewarm, with majorities opposing the offensive and independents turning decisively against it.

Following an earlier reported Iranian drone assault, Kuwait authorities have confirmed that a blaze in fuel storage facilities at the country’s main airport has been fully brought under control by local firefighting units.

In a series of swift counterattacks, Hezbollah forces have reportedly taken the initiative against Israeli military targets. According to the group, its fighters launched a missile strike against an Israeli artillery outpost recently established in Rabaa Thalathin, marking the latest in a string of confrontations.
Hezbollah also asserted that its forces successfully intercepted an Israeli reconnaissance drone in the skies above Ainata using a surface-to-air missile, and engaged an Israeli warplane in aerial combat over Bflay.
The Israeli military has yet to issue a formal response to these allegations.

Emergency responders in Israel have confirmed that a recent missile attack in the vicinity of Tel Aviv has left 14 individuals requiring medical attention.
Among those affected is an 11-year-old girl, who is currently in a critical state due to shrapnel injuries sustained during the incident.
Magen David Adom, Israel’s primary emergency service, provided treatment to the wounded in Bnei Brak before transporting them to a hospital for further care.
The service reported that a 13-year-old boy and a 36-year-old woman, both suffering from shrapnel injuries, are listed in moderate condition.
The remaining 11 individuals are reported to be in a relatively stable condition.
According to the Israeli military, the injuries were the direct result of an Iranian missile strike.

In a recent update, Kuwait’s Defence Ministry confirmed that its air defence systems have successfully intercepted a total of three Iranian cruise missiles and 15 unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) within a span of 24 hours. According to the ministry, the intercepts bring the overall count of neutralized Iranian projectiles to 312 ballistic missiles, five cruise missiles, and 651 drones since the start of Iran’s alleged aggression.

Lufthansa is taking proactive measures to mitigate potential jet fuel shortages outside of Europe, as the airline’s CEO, Carsten Spohr, has identified early warning signs in Asia stemming from the Iran conflict’s disruption of supply routes. According to Spohr, in an interview with the FAZ newspaper, shortages in kerosene supply are more likely to be felt first in regions outside of Europe. Furthermore, Spohr revealed that some Asian airports have begun to restrict additional flights due to limited fuel availability. Notably, Lufthansa has successfully hedged over 80 percent of its fuel requirements for 2026.

Reports from the Iranian state-run Mehr News Agency confirm a military strike targeted the western part of Tehran, resulting in significant damage to residential areas.

Reports from Mehr news agency indicate that Kashan Passenger Airport in Isfahan province has been targeted by a joint US-Israeli military operation, with the deputy governor confirming the attack occurred in the evening hours.

During a high-level meeting with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, the French head of state emphasized a shared commitment to the principles of international law, global stability, and democratic values.
Takaichi’s counterpart underscored the need for a swift return to tranquility, calling for an immediate ceasefire, free passage through the Strait of Hormuz, and an end to hostilities in the region.
The two leaders concurred on the imperative of rapidly defusing the conflict, safeguarding the critical waterway, and maintaining a steady flow of essential goods.
In a joint press briefing at the Akasaka Palace in Tokyo, Takaichi highlighted the significance of strengthening ties between Japan and France, particularly in the face of an increasingly challenging international landscape.

According to Rosatom chief Alexei Likhachev, a significant number of the corporation’s personnel – exceeding 200 individuals – are set to be temporarily relocated from Iran’s Bushehr nuclear power plant this week. In a statement to Rossiya-24 state television, Likhachev revealed that while a maximum of 50 Rosatom staff will remain at the facility, all of them have chosen to do so voluntarily. The decision comes amidst a recent escalation of attacks on Bushehr and other Iranian nuclear sites, launched by Israel.