US-Israel-Iran War Escalates, Gulf Under Attack

A rapidly escalating geopolitical conflict has erupted in the Middle East, primarily involving the United States, Israel, and Iran. The conflict began with US and Israeli strikes that killed Iran's supreme leader, Ali Khamenei, and other senior figures. Iran has retaliated with widespread missile and drone attacks targeting US embassies, military bases, and economic infrastructure in Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, and the United Arab Emirates. Israel has also pushed troops into southern Lebanon to combat Hezbollah, which has joined the fray in support of Iran. The war has led to significant civilian and military casualties, widespread displacement in Lebanon, and severe disruptions to global energy markets and shipping through the Straits of Hormuz. International bodies and nations like China and India have expressed deep concern over the humanitarian toll and economic consequences.