The United States Department of State has updated its travel advisories amid rising tensions involving Iran, placing several countries under its highest warning level. Officials warned of risks including detention, violence and limited consular assistance, and urged travellers to remain vigilant abroad.

Israel struck nuclear-related facilities in Arak and Yazd, targeting heavy water and uranium processing sites. Officials said the operation aims to disrupt Iran's nuclear weapons development.

Senator Adam Schiff warned that media companies that settled lawsuits with President Donald Trump could face investigation if Democrats retake Congress. His remarks come amid scrutiny of recent network settlements and major media mergers.

United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio voiced concern over settler violence in the West Bank and said Israel would take action. Attacks have continued daily despite heightened attention and military redeployments.

The Israel Defense Forces said it struck Iran's Arak heavy water reactor again after identifying renewed reconstruction efforts. The military described the site as a key facility linked to potential plutonium production for nuclear weapons.

Hetero has launched exports of its generic semaglutide injections to over 75 countries to expand access to diabetes and obesity treatments. Further market rollouts and an India launch are planned following regulatory approvals.

Marco Rubio said the United States expects its operation in Iran to conclude within weeks, not months. He also indicated Iran could consider a toll system for the Strait of Hormuz.

Israel’s top military commander says expanded operations against Hezbollah are planned as forces continue their offensive in southern Lebanon. He vowed to maintain pressure until the threat to northern Israel is removed.

An Iran-linked hacktivist group claims it hacked a personal email account of Federal Bureau of Investigation Director Kash Patel and published private materials. The breach comes amid rising cyber tensions between the United States and Iran.

Reports claim Vladimir Putin sought financial support from oligarchs for the war in Ukraine, though the Kremlin denies making such a request. As Russia weighs budget cuts, Ukraine faces an urgent funding shortfall amid stalled international aid.

Israel’s military remains on high alert in Gaza, warning that Hamas is attempting limited rearmament during the ceasefire. Though significantly weakened, the group may still possess rockets and continues small scale weapons production.

A senior Russian official warned that the war involving Iran could trigger a nuclear conflict in the Middle East. He accused the United States of a strategic mistake as tensions rise and negotiations face setbacks.