Despite a ceasefire lasting more than two weeks between Iran and the United States, regional tensions remain high. On the 63rd day of the conflict, U.S. President Donald Trump again hinted at possible military action, while Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian described the American naval blockade of Iranian ports as intolerable. Reports from Tehran indicated activation of air defense systems targeting small drones and aircraft. In Lebanon, despite a ceasefire, Israeli attacks in the south killed at least 15 people, including women and children, while two Israeli soldiers were injured in retaliatory strikes.

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth told the Senate that 1,701 civilians, including 254 children, have died in the war so far, though he said the Pentagon is taking measures to minimize civilian casualties. Trump is also considering withdrawing troops from Italy and Spain due to opposition to the Iran war. The United Arab Emirates has banned travel to Iran, Lebanon, and Iraq, urging citizens already there to return home.

The conflict has pushed global oil prices to a four-year high, with Brent crude rising 7 percent to $126.41 per barrel. Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz warned that further action might be needed to prevent Iran from posing renewed threats.