US-Israel Iran War Live Updates

Iran’s Foreign Minister, Araghchi, has categorically denied any ceasefire proposal from his country, dismissing reports of a five-point plan as unfounded media speculation.

Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Ismail Baghaei has asserted that the US involvement in the conflict stems from a grave miscalculation and incitement by Israel, according to an interview published in Al-Masry Al-Youm newspaper and reported by Iran’s IRNA news agency.

Baghaei’s scathing critique of American diplomacy maintains that the US has consistently employed negotiations as a precursor to imposing its will or resorting to force. The Iranian official further stated that the nation’s new leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, is in robust health, and his absence from public appearances is attributed to the ongoing conflict.

Baghaei emphasized that the Iranian public remains unconvinced about the prospect of negotiations with the US, citing past instances where Washington used diplomacy as a ruse to assert its dominance. He cited the devastating strike on Shajareh Tayyebeh Girls’ School in Minab, which resulted in the loss of at least 170 lives, as a stark example of the atrocities perpetrated by the US in the past month.

The Israeli Defense Forces are conducting a large-scale campaign of airstrikes against numerous Iranian government facilities, the military disclosed.
In a coordinated effort, the air force is actively engaging potential threats across the entire territory, according to the military’s statement.

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy has confirmed that his country is engaging in meaningful security partnerships with key Gulf and Middle Eastern nations.
In a recent statement posted on Telegram, Zelenskyy highlighted the far-reaching implications of the regional situation, emphasizing its impact on global markets, living costs, and technological hurdles that necessitate a unified response.
According to Zelenskyy, Ukraine has established significant security ties with Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Qatar, with ongoing discussions in place with Jordan. The country is also maintaining open lines of communication with Bahrain, Kuwait, and Iraq.
Zelenskyy reported that Ukraine’s military expertise has already begun yielding tangible results, with interceptors demonstrating effectiveness. Furthermore, several long-term agreements on cooperation and mutual support have been secured, and new solutions are currently being developed.

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.