US President Donald Trump suggested further military action against Iran remained possible, while acknowledging potential political costs for Republicans in upcoming congressional elections. UN Secretary-General António Guterres urged diplomacy, warning that widening conflicts were disrupting energy markets, shipping and supply chains
US President Donald Trump warned of intensified strikes on Iran as tensions escalated in the Strait of Hormuz, where a tanker was hit and Kuwait reported drone attacks. Meanwhile, Israel launched heavy strikes on Gaza after Hamas announced plans to disarm under a US-brokered ceasefire.