Iran’s Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, wearing an IRGC uniform, accused the US of plotting a ground attack amidst ongoing aerial bombardments and diplomatic negotiations. He warned that Iran would punish American troops and their regional allies. Two explosions shook Tehran early Sunday, damaging buildings and causing civilian unrest. Strikes expanded to Gulf industry and the Red Sea region, raising concerns over broader conflict. In Lebanon, Israeli attacks resulted in the deaths of three journalists, escalating tensions further.
Missiles and drones hit aluminium producers in Bahrain and UAE, targeting industries linked to US military. Israeli strikes in Lebanon led to civilian casualties and condemned by Lebanese leaders as war crimes.