U.S. and Israel Weigh Renewed Strikes on Iran

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The prospect of renewed U.S. or Israeli action against Iran is the most consequential developing international story because it could rapidly expand beyond a bilateral confrontation. Iran has warned that it would resist U.S. warships entering the Persian Gulf, while fighting involving Saudi Arabia and Yemen’s Houthi movement is already intensifying. Any direct strikes could endanger shipping, oil facilities, civilian populations and diplomatic efforts across the region, with consequences for global energy markets and security.

Sources: Associated Press, The New York Times, Anadolu Agency, Xinhua News Agency