According to information provided by Al Arabiya, Israel conducted a ground operation in Iran.
This operation involved Mossad forces and special forces units, and it is claimed that it took place at night as part of a broader military plan.
The Significance of Iran Closing the Strait of Hormuz
The conflict between the US and Israel with Iran has affected the Strait of Hormuz—a key point for global energy supplies—leading to a sharp rise in oil prices.
On Monday, the commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps announced the "closure" of the strait, adding that any vessel attempting to pass through it would be destroyed.
On Tuesday, oil prices continued to rise for the third consecutive day, with Brent crude futures approaching $80 per barrel. Experts express concerns that the price could reach $100 in the coming days if the conflict continues.
The Strait of Hormuz, located between Iran and Oman, is an important route for global oil supplies, with about 20% of all oil supplied to the market passing through it.
Any disruptions in this region could lead to even higher oil prices and raise concerns about further escalation of the conflict.
According to the US Energy Information Administration, a significant portion of the oil passing through the Strait of Hormuz is directed to Asian countries, including China, India, Japan, and South Korea, which consume nearly 70% of these supplies.
In addition to oil, there is also a shortage of aviation fuel and liquefied natural gas supplies.
The Strait of Hormuz supplies about 30% of European aviation fuel and about 20% of global liquefied natural gas supplies.
The US Ordered Its Personnel to Leave Iraq.
The diplomatic mission updated its recommendations for its employees in Iraq, stating that those not involved in emergencies should leave the country "for security reasons."
The message also indicated that US government personnel in Baghdad are prohibited from using the international airport due to security threats.
A State Department representative, Mora Namdar, previously stated on X that US citizens need to "IMMEDIATELY LEAVE" more than ten countries, including Bahrain, Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Israel, the occupied West Bank and Gaza Strip, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Syria, the UAE, and Yemen, due to serious security risks.
Trump Criticized UK Prime Minister Starmer for Lack of Support for War with Iran.
President Trump sharply criticized UK Prime Minister Starmer for his refusal to support the war against Iran, stating that it jeopardizes the so-called "special relationship" between the countries.
"He hasn't provided any help... I never expected to see this from the UK," Trump said about Starmer.
He added that relations between the US and the UK have significantly changed.
"In fact, it's a completely different world. Relations with your country are now entirely different than they were before."
Trump noted that he never expected that the "strongest of all" alliances would come under such pressure.
The US president also suggested that Washington is no longer dependent on the UK for conducting wars in the Middle East.
"It doesn't matter, but [Starmer] should have helped... he should have," Trump concluded.
Israeli Defense Minister Announced Order to Take New Positions in Lebanon.
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz stated that he ordered the army to seize new positions in Lebanese territory.
"Netanyahu and I approved the deployment [of troops] and the seizure of additional territory in Lebanon to protect Israeli border settlements from shelling," he reported via X.
He added that the Israeli army continues to act against Hezbollah targets in Lebanon.
The Israeli armed forces confirmed that they have begun a ground invasion of southern Lebanon with the aim of creating a "security zone."
Australia Calls for Calm Amid Fuel Purchases Due to Conflict.
The Australian Minister for Energy urged citizens not to panic and hoard fuel amid the escalation of the conflict between the US and Israel with Iran, which raises concerns about global supply disruptions.
Chris Bowen reported that the country's gasoline reserves stand at 36 days, diesel fuel at 34 days, and aviation fuel at 32 days, the highest levels in the last ten years.
"Panic buying is unnecessary; it will only exacerbate the situation," he emphasized.
Oil prices continued to rise on Tuesday for the third consecutive day amid growing concerns that military actions in the Middle East could disrupt supply routes. Iran responded with attacks on the energy infrastructure of Gulf countries and on tankers passing through the Strait of Hormuz.
Funerals for Victims of School Attack Held in Iran.
In Iran, a mass memorial service was held for 165 victims, including students, from the attack on a girls' school in the southern city of Minab.
Iranian state television showed thousands of people gathered in a public square. One woman, identifying herself as the mother of a victim, held up printed portraits, which she called "evidence of American crimes."
The crowd shouted: "Death to America!", "Death to Israel!" and "No surrender!".
Iranian media blamed Israel for the attack. An Israeli army representative stated that they have no information about any strikes in the area.
Hezbollah Announced Attack on Three Israeli Military Sites.
The Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah announced an attack on three Israeli military sites "in response to Israel's criminal aggression against Lebanese cities and villages."
In three messages on Telegram, Hezbollah reported a "massive rocket strike" on the Nafah base in the Golan Heights and the Meron and Ramat David airbases in northern Israel using drones.
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