The Israeli military said it launched a wave of large-scale attacks on western Iran and strikes on Beirut, while Israel and Gulf Arab states reported new missile and drone attacks today (Sunday) after Iran threatened to expand its campaign and as the Middle East war enters its third week.
What we know so far
The US and Israel continue their attacks on Iran, with missiles also hitting several locations in the central province of Isfahan. At least 15 people have been killed.
Iraq has warned that drone strikes near Baghdad airport are endangering a prison where Islamic State suspects recently transferred from Syria are being held.
Explosions were heard in Bahrain’s capital Manama, while the country said it had intercepted hundreds of missiles and drones since the start of the Iranian attacks.
US President Donald Trump says Iran wants to reach a deal to end the war, but he does not want that at the moment “because the terms are not good enough”. At the same time, Iran says it is ready to assist in investigating attacks on civilians in the Gulf countries and welcomes initiatives to end the war.
All eyes are on the Strait of Hormuz as US President Donald Trump reiterates his call for other countries to help with the presence of warships to secure the passage. The strait is closed only to enemies, says Iran’s foreign minister.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed fears that the war in the Middle East could reduce US support for Ukraine in its war with Russia, stressing that Kiev is willing to help the US with its expertise in drones.
Source: ertnews.gr
