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A Reuters report claiming explosions in Dubai caused concern, but the Dubai media office denied it, leading to Reuters withdrawing the story. Meanwhile, the US military has launched continuous strikes on Iran, targeting two regions and allegedly killing one civilian. Iran has retaliated by targeting US Army bases in the Gulf, and the IRGC's Khatam-al-Anbiya Brigade warned of retaliatory attacks on civilian infrastructure if Iranian civilian facilities are targeted. The Houthis are also threatening a Red Sea blockade.
Professor Robert A. Pape suggests the war could escalate to a ground invasion of Iran, with a 70% likelihood. He emphasizes that the conflict is fundamentally about who controls the Strait of Hormuz, dictating regional and global power dynamics. The video links US strikes to a meeting between Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and an unnamed individual, implying the strikes were influenced by Israeli interests.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt addressed perceived contradictions between President Trump and Vice President Pence's statements on Iran, attributing them to different stages of the conflict and the effectiveness of 'Operation Epic Fury' in fragmenting the Iranian regime. Separately, Secretary of War Pete Hegseth announced a new program to screen US soldiers over 30 for testosterone deficiency, with optional treatment, to optimize their performance and resilience.
Sky News reporter Dominic Waghorn detailed his harrowing investigation into a school attack in Minab, where 120 children and 26 teachers died, with evidence suggesting it was a tragic mistake by the US military. President Trump has repeatedly denied US involvement, despite ongoing investigations. Additionally, the Iranian judiciary publicly debunked Trump's social media claim about the release of an American prisoner, stating no such event occurred.
Andy Burnham, the potential next UK Prime Minister, gave his first interview to pro-Palestine football legend Gary Lineker. Burnham had previously apologized for his Labour party's stance on Gaza, acknowledging mistakes and criticizing the disproportionate nature of actions in the conflict. This interview has reportedly angered the Zionist lobby in the UK due to Lineker's known pro-Palestine views.