03:25 AM
Global oil markets showed extreme volatility amid the ongoing conflict. US crude (WTI) dropped to around $88.50 per barrel, while Murban crude fell sharply by 11%. In contrast, Brent crude surged past $104, reflecting geopolitical uncertainty and supply fears.
03:27 AM
Donald Trump declared that the war has effectively been “won,” insisting that Iran is eager to reach a deal. He suggested that new Iranian leadership had made a “significant gesture,” but did not disclose which officials the US is engaging with.
04:36 AM
Iranian drones struck a fuel storage tank at Kuwait International Airport, triggering a fire. Authorities confirmed no casualties, and emergency teams quickly contained the situation.
04:45 AM
Kuwait activated its air defense systems to intercept incoming missiles and drones. Officials confirmed that defensive operations were underway to protect critical infrastructure.
05:45 AM
Saudi Arabia reported intercepting multiple aerial threats, including drones targeting its Eastern Region, as regional spillover of the conflict intensified.
05:57 AM
Narendra Modi held a phone call with Donald Trump, urging immediate de-escalation. Modi emphasized the importance of keeping the Strait of Hormuz open and secure for global stability.
06:06 AM
Saudi air defenses successfully intercepted and destroyed five additional drones, continuing efforts to neutralize aerial threats.
06:21 AM
Economic effects of the war are beginning to reach households globally. Rising fuel and transport costs are expected to gradually increase prices of food, goods, and services, especially if disruptions persist around the Strait of Hormuz.
06:47 AM
Iran announced it would maintain control over the Strait of Hormuz, allowing only non-hostile vessels to pass under strict coordination. This signals continued pressure on one of the world’s most critical energy routes.
07:15 AM
Iran’s Revolutionary Guard confirmed missile and drone strikes targeting Israel and US military bases in Kuwait, Jordan, and Bahrain, marking a significant escalation in regional hostilities.
07:28 AM
US Central Command reported that over 9,000 Iranian military targets have been destroyed under “Operation Epic Fury,” significantly degrading Iran’s military capabilities.
07:40 AM
Vietnam recorded a sharp rise in fuel costs, with diesel prices increasing by more than 105% since late February. Petrol prices also surged nearly 68%, reflecting the global economic ripple effects of the conflict.
07:53 AM
Saudi Arabia announced the interception of 16 drones and one ballistic missile in its Eastern Region. Since the conflict began, it has reportedly destroyed 723 drones and 58 missiles.
08:50 AM
Questions continue to surround alleged US–Iran negotiations. Reports suggest a 15-point US proposal was quietly delivered to Iran via Pakistan, though details remain unclear and officials have not publicly confirmed the scope of talks.
09:30 AM – Latest
Donald Trump reiterated that Iran is ready to make a deal, maintaining that the conflict is nearing resolution, despite ongoing strikes and regional instability.
