Iran-US war risks renewed escalation across the Middle East

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The standoff has become the most consequential active global crisis in current coverage because renewed US-Iran hostilities could rapidly widen across the Middle East. President Donald Trump said it was approaching decision time on negotiations with Tehran, while Iranian and Houthi threats against Americans continued. Saudi Arabia reported injuries and property damage from debris after intercepting Houthi missiles, underscoring the risk of spillover beyond the main confrontation. UN Secretary-General António Guterres called for maximum restraint and diplomatic solutions.

Sources: FDD, UN News, Anadolu Agency