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President Donald Trump declared the U.S. does not require allied naval support to patrol the Strait of Hormuz, contradicting his own earlier call for international assistance amid escalating Iranian threats. Allies including the UK, France, and Australia had pledged vessels just weeks ago.
Israel struck an Iranian military compound early Saturday, killing Ali Larijani, Iran’s powerful security chief and a key architect of Tehran’s regional strategy. His death leaves Iran’s leadership scrambling during a period of heightened regional tensions and internal instability.
The UAE's largest oil port and Dubai International Airport were hit by drone attacks, marking a significant escalation in Iran's targeting of Gulf infrastructure. The strikes disrupted operations and raised regional security concerns.