Ukrainian drones set Russia's Afipsky refinery ablaze and hit Port Kavkaz, while U.S. strikes on Kharg Island military sites escalate regional war. Global energy prices surge amid supply fears.
U.S. Central Command conducted a massive bombing raid on military targets on Kharg Island. While 90% of Iran's oil exports pass through the hub, Trump has opted not to strike oil assets—for now.
A U.S. KC-135 tanker crashed in western Iraq during an operation. While a second plane landed safely, authorities are investigating the cause of this fourth aircraft loss in the current conflict.
The UN Security Council voted 10-2 to hold a critical meeting on reimposing Iran sanctions, overriding objections from Russia and China as tensions over Tehran's nuclear activities reach a peak.
An Italian military base in Erbil, Iraq, was struck by a missile overnight. The Ministry of Defence confirmed all 300 personnel are safe after taking shelter in bunkers during the attack.