Sirens sound in Riyadh as conflict between Saudi Arabia and Houthis continues to escalate | LIVE BLOG
A senior Revolutionary Guards commander warned that Tehran would prevent other countries in the region from exporting oil if Iran’s own shipments were disrupted
Pakistan interior minister reportedly traveled to Iran to discuss Houthi escalation in Yemen and with Saudi Arabia.
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Saudi Arabia issues Riyadh alert as Houthi attacks escalate
Saudi authorities issued air-raid alerts for Riyadh and several other regions after explosions were reported in the capital amid intensified attacks by the Iran-aligned Houthis. Residents were advised to avoid crowds before officials later gave the all-clear, saying the danger had passed.
Iran’s Revolutionary Guards threaten regional oil exports
A senior Revolutionary Guards commander warned that Tehran would prevent other countries in the region from exporting oil if Iran’s own shipments were disrupted, declaring that “if Iran is insecure, there will be no safe spot in the region.” The official said the Strait of Hormuz remains under full surveillance by the Guards’ navy and called for tighter control of the strategic waterway to bolster deterrence.
Trump expected to spotlight Iran and Gaza at UN General Assembly
The US president is expected to tout his administration's efforts to prevent Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon and advance the Gaza peace plan, US Ambassador to the UN Mike Walz said. while holding talks with Gulf and other world leaders.
Pentagon puts cost of US war with Iran at $45.1 billion - report
The Pentagon has informed Congress that the US war with Iran has cost $45.1 billion, CNN reported, citing two people familiar with the matter. The total includes $43.6 billion in spending reported at the beginning of the month and an estimated $1.5 billion for additional fuel. It does not include repairs to damaged bases and infrastructure or a full accounting of indirect costs.