IRAN AIRSTRIKES
Israeli strike kills another senior Hezbollah commander as diplomats scramble for calm in Lebanon
A Hezbollah statement identified the killed commander as Mohammad Naameh Nasser, who went by the name “Abu Naameh,” his nom de guerre. A Hezbollah official speaking anonymously said he was head of the group's Aziz Unit, one of three regional divisions in southern Lebanon.
UN Security Council demands Iran-backed Yemen rebels halt their attacks on ships in Mideast waters
The U.N. Security Council approved a resolution demanding Yemen's Houthi rebels halt attacks on ships and address maritime security disruptions in a critical Middle East waterway. The resolution, approved 12-0 with Russia, China, and Algeria abstaining, did not mention the Houthis' claim that their attacks are related to the Israel-Hamas war. The resolution condemns the Houthis' attacks and calls for addressing regional conflicts.
Suspected Houthi attack targets a ship in the Gulf of Aden, while Iraqi-claimed attack targets Eilat
Early Wednesday, a suspected missile attack by Yemen's Houthi rebels targeted a ship in the Gulf of Aden. Concurrently, an Iraqi militant group allied with the Houthis claimed responsibility for a drone attack on the southern Israeli port city of Eilat. These incidents mark an ongoing escalation linked to the Israel-Hamas conflict in Gaza, as well as tensions involving Yemen's internal politics.
Suspected Houthi attacks target a ship in Gulf of Aden and Israeli port city of Eilat
Yemen's Houthi rebels launched suspected attacks early Wednesday, targeting a ship near Aden in the Gulf of Aden and the Israeli port city of Eilat. A missile reportedly struck close to a merchant vessel off Aden, with no reported damage. Meanwhile, a drone incident occurred near Eilat, triggering Israeli air raid sirens. The Houthis, known for such attacks, have not claimed responsibility yet. Their ongoing campaign aims to disrupt shipping in the region, citing the Gaza conflict as a motive.
Israeli airstrikes kill at least 24 in Gaza City, health officials say
Israeli tanks also pressed deeper overnight into western areas of Rafah in the enclave's south, blowing up homes, residents said.Two of the Israeli airstrikes hit two schools in Gaza City, killing at least 14 people, medics said. Another strike on a house in the Shati (Beach) camp, one of the Gaza Strip's eight historic refugee camps, killed 10 others.
Is the Hezbollah-Israel conflict about to spiral?
The conflict between Israel and Lebanon's Hezbollah has escalated dangerously after more than eight months of fighting triggered by the Gaza war. Both sides are signaling readiness for a bigger confrontation, with the U.S. seeking a diplomatic solution. Hezbollah began trading fire with Israel to support Palestinians in Gaza, part of the regional spillover from the Gaza war. Israel views Hezbollah as a major threat due to its growing arsenal and foothold in Syria. The conflict has displaced tens of thousands and could worsen significantly if not contained.
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Israeli airstrikes near city of Aleppo kills several people, Syrian state media say
Syria and Israel have been at war since Israel's founding in 1948. Syria's President Bashar Assad has been backed by Iran in his country's yearslong war, and Israeli strikes previously have targeted Iranian positions and equipment. The strikes also come while Israel is fighting Hamas in the Gaza Strip. Israel separately has been striking targets in Lebanon as well as Hezbollah continues its cross-border fire into the country.
Houthi rebels say at least 16 killed, 35 others wounded in joint US-British airstrikes in Yemen
Joint British-US airstrikes on Yemen's Houthi rebels killed 16 and injured 35 in response to attacks on shipping in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden.
Biden says he expects Iran to attack Israel soon, warns: 'Don't'
U.S. President Joe Biden has warned Iran against attacking Israel, stating that such an action would not succeed and emphasizing Washington's commitment to defending Israel. Biden's comments come amid growing tensions following an attack on Iran's embassy compound in Damascus last week, which Iran blames on Israel. Israel is on high alert for a possible retaliatory attack by Iran or its proxies. Countries including India, France, Poland, and Russia have issued travel warnings for the region. The White House has described the threat of an Iranian attack on Israel as real and viable, and is monitoring the situation closely.
Israel threatens to strike Iran directly if Iran launches attack from its territory
Israel's foreign minister warned of direct strikes on Iran if it launches attacks from its territory, escalating tensions after Iranian generals were killed in a blast at their consulate in Syria. Iran's Supreme Leader vowed retaliation against Israel for the attack, holding them responsible. Both sides have not detailed their potential actions. The incident, which killed 12, including Iranian Revolutionary Guard members, has heightened the long-standing conflict between the two countries, with Iran also criticizing Western support for Israel in the Gaza conflict.
Israel boosts defences after Iran revenge threat
Amid concerns of escalating violence following the killing of Iranian generals in Damascus, the Israeli military halted leave for all combat units. This decision, based on situational assessment, aims to ensure readiness as tensions rise. Reservists were also called up to bolster aerial defenses, while disruptions in GPS services suggest measures against potential guided missile threats. With Iran vowing revenge and speculations about possible retaliation, the region remains on edge, awaiting developments as the situation unfolds.
Building close to Iranian embassy hit in Syria, Iranian media report
An Israeli airstrike reportedly hit a building near the Iranian embassy in Damascus, according to Iranian media. While details remain scarce, Syrian state news agency SANA confirmed significant damage to a building in the Mezzeh neighborhood. Israel has increased airstrikes in Syria since an attack by Hamas in October, targeting Hezbollah and Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps, both of which support the Assad government.
After new US strikes hitting Yemen, Iran issues a warning about suspected spy ships in the Mideast
Iran warns the US about potential targeting of cargo ships, Behshad and Saviz, suspected of hosting Iranian commandos. The warning follows US and UK airstrikes against Yemen's Houthi rebels. Tensions stem from Israel's conflict with Hamas, escalating across the Middle East. The US hits Houthis in Yemen; Iran expresses unease. The Behshad and Saviz, considered Iranian spy positions, face the threat. US warns Houthis against illegal attacks on shipping. The Saviz, previously attacked, remains in the Indian Ocean amid regional tensions.
Iran, Russia condemn US airstrikes in Iraq and Syria
Ministry spokesperson Nasser Kanaani, in a statement, said the attacks represented "another adventurous and strategic mistake by the United States that will result only in increased tension in instability in the region". The US military launched airstrikes against more than 85 targets linked to Iran's Revolutionary Guard (IRGC) and the militias it backs, in retaliation for last weekend's drone attack in Jordan that killed three US troops.
U.S. launches retaliatory strikes in Iraq, Syria; nearly 40 reported killed
The strikes are believed to be just the first in a multi-tiered response by President Joe Biden's administration in response to the attack last weekend carried out by Iran-backed militants.
Iran's IRGC Quds Force represents direct threat to Iraq's stability; the US will continue to take action: CENTCOM
US Central Command Commander General Michael Erik Kurilla has emphasized the threat posed by Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) Quds Force and affiliated militia groups to Iraq's stability and the safety of Americans. The US has launched airstrikes targeting militia positions in Iraq and Syria, claiming they violate Iraqi sovereignty and undermine the Iraqi government's efforts.
Explainer: What are US troops doing in the Middle East and where are they?
The United States conducted airstrikes on Iraqi and Syrian targets associated with Iran's Revolutionary Guard and its supported militias, responding to an attack on a U.S. military site in the Middle East. Approximately 30,000 U.S. troops are deployed across the region, with bases in countries like Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE. U.S. troops in Iraq and Syria, stationed with the respective countries' government permissions, primarily focus on combating ISIS but have faced attacks from Iran-backed groups
Iraq condemns US strikes, calls it 'violation of sovereginty'
Last week, The Islamic Resistance in Iraq, a coalition encompassing militias like Kata'ib Hezbollah and Harakat al-Nujaba, asserted accountability for a drone strike. The attack resulted in the death of three US military personnel and left numerous others injured at a base in northeast Jordan, situated close to the Syrian border.
"We understand actions taken in self-defence": India on Iran's terror strike in Pakistan
As tensions rise between Iran and Pakistan following Iranian airstrikes on a terrorist group, India reiterates its steadfast anti-terrorism stance. Randhir Jaiswal, spokesperson for India's Ministry of External Affairs, underscores the country's zero tolerance for terrorism. The conflict escalates as Pakistan retaliates with precision military strikes. The situation unfolds against a backdrop of historical clashes in the border region, highlighting the complexities in the delicate geopolitical landscape of the Middle East.
Who is Jaish al-Adl, the Sunni group that Iran targeted in an airstrike on Pakistani soil?
Jaish al-Adl, or the Army of Justice, surfaced in 2012. It mainly comprises members of the Sunni militant Jundullah group, which was weakened after Iran arrested most of its members.
Gold rises on geopolitical tensions but investment demand remains weak
Gold is expected to find good support into the dips on geopolitical concerns emanating from the Middle East as the US and the UK strikes on Houthis have made the region vulnerable. Nonetheless, the yellow metal will be at. a risk to slide lower in case the tensions remain contained, more so as hard macroeconomic data of the US economy remain encouraging.
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