Jordan has claimed to have destroyed 20 missiles fired from Iran, according to the country's military. The missiles were intercepted and brought down near Azraq in Zarqa province, about 80 kilometers east of Amman. Military officials said debris from the missiles fell to the ground, but there were no casualties or damage to infrastructure. Engineering units were deployed to remove the remnants and ensure no explosives remained.

According to reports citing a Jordanian military official, the missiles were launched from Iran and targeted the Azraq area. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) of Iran had earlier stated that it fired 12 ballistic missiles at Jordan’s Al-Azraq airbase for the second consecutive night. The incident marks an escalation in regional tensions involving Iran and neighboring states.

No immediate reports indicated further military response or diplomatic engagement following the interception, and the situation remains under observation.

Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister for Legal and International Affairs, Kazem Gharibabadi, stated that a recent United States strike on Iran constitutes a complete and explicit violation of the ceasefire, effectively nullifying it. In a post on social media platform X, he said the US Central Command’s claim that the strike was an act of self-defense has no legitimacy under international law.

Gharibabadi emphasized that military aggression cannot be justified through wordplay and that an aggressor cannot evade responsibility by changing terminology. He warned that Iran’s armed forces will firmly defend every inch of the country’s territory and deliver a strong and regret-inducing response to any aggression. The Iranian diplomat also cautioned that the United States and any party involved, cooperating, or assisting in the attack must bear full responsibility for its consequences.

The report noted that the US strike has already heightened tensions across the region, with analysts warning that if the situation is not quickly contained, the conflict could expand further in the Middle East.

A fire broke out in the engine room of a tanker near the Strait of Hormuz off the coast of Oman, according to the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO). The cause of the fire has not been disclosed. Local authorities reported that the incident occurred about 21 nautical miles northeast of Sohar, Oman.

The incident comes shortly after Iran’s central military command declared the strategic Strait of Hormuz completely closed following recent U.S. attacks. Iran warned that any vessel attempting to pass through the waterway would be treated as a target. The Strait of Hormuz is a critical maritime route for global energy transport, and its closure has heightened regional tensions.

The timing of the tanker fire near the closed strait adds to concerns over maritime safety and the potential escalation of conflict in the region, though no link between the fire and the broader tensions has been confirmed.

Three Indian sailors were killed when US forces struck an oil tanker off the coast of Oman, according to India’s Minister of Shipping Sarbananda Sonowal. The minister described the incident as unfortunate and confirmed that the bodies of the three previously missing sailors had been recovered. The attack occurred on Tuesday evening on a vessel named 'Settebello', which the US Central Command (CENTCOM) said was carrying Iranian oil and had failed to comply with US instructions.

The tanker, flying the flag of Palau, had 28 crew members on board, including 24 Indians, two Pakistanis, one Ukrainian, and one Russian. Earlier reports indicated that 21 Indian sailors had been rescued, while three were missing. Following the incident, the Indian government summoned a senior US diplomat in New Delhi. The Ministry of External Affairs confirmed that Jason Meeks, the Deputy Chief of Mission at the US Embassy, was called in for discussions.

The event has drawn attention to tensions in the region’s maritime routes, with India seeking clarification from the United States regarding the strike and the loss of its citizens.

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has warned that any ship approaching the Strait of Hormuz will face severe consequences. The warning came shortly after a US attack in Iran early Thursday, prompting Tehran to close the strategic waterway. The country’s top military command, Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters, confirmed that the narrow passage has been completely shut down.

The IRGC Navy has instructed all oil tankers and commercial vessels currently operating in the Persian Gulf and the Sea of Oman to remain anchored. It stated that any movement toward the strait would be considered cooperation with the enemy. Citing a violation of ceasefire terms by US forces, the IRGC said the restriction will remain in place until further notice and urged ships to avoid the area for their own safety.

The IRGC described US forces in the region as a “terrorist army” and said the growing insecurity in the area necessitated the move. The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world’s most strategic chokepoints, through which about one-fifth of global petroleum supply passes.

U.S. President Donald Trump has announced plans to bring Iran’s Kharg Island, the country’s main oil export hub, under American control. In a post on Truth Social on Thursday morning, he warned that if tensions escalate further, the United States could launch a ‘very severe’ military strike against Iran as early as tonight. Trump described Kharg Island as vital to Iran’s economy, noting that most of its crude oil exports pass through the island.

He stated that the United States would soon take control of Kharg Island and other key oil facilities, citing Venezuela as an example of previous similar actions that he claimed produced positive outcomes. Trump also asserted that Iran’s navy, air force, radar, and air defense systems had already suffered major damage, significantly weakening the country’s military capacity.

Analysts believe Trump’s remarks could heighten existing U.S.-Iran tensions and inject new uncertainty into the global energy market, given Kharg Island’s central role in Iran’s oil exports. International media reports indicate that both nations have recently exchanged attacks, stalling diplomatic efforts and raising fears of a wider Middle East conflict.

At least two people, including a child, were killed when Taliban security forces opened fire on a rare protest in Herat province, western Afghanistan. The demonstration erupted after authorities began mass arrests of women and girls accused of wearing 'improper hijab.' Witnesses said around 70 people gathered in Jibrael district on Tuesday, chanting slogans for education, employment, and freedom, and against arbitrary detentions.

Local sources reported that three others were injured and at least 13 people were beaten and detained. The United Nations confirmed that one of the dead was a child. A video obtained by The Guardian showed armed Taliban fighters firing at protesters as a woman’s voice shouted 'Azadi' amid gunfire. Human Rights Watch’s Fereshta Abbasi said families were protesting what they saw as violations of privacy following the arrests.

Amnesty International’s Samira Hamidi noted that male participation in the protest reflected growing public anger over five years of systematic repression of women and girls. A Taliban spokesperson in Herat denied that any women had been detained over hijab issues, calling such reports baseless.

The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) reported that at least 117.8 million people globally, or one in every 70 individuals, have been forcibly displaced. The report, released in 2026, noted that for the first time in a decade, the global rate of forced displacement declined. In 2025, the number of displaced people fell by about 4 percent, though this progress was offset by Lebanon’s worsening displacement crisis, where over one million people were uprooted due to Israeli attacks. Additionally, 3.2 million people were internally displaced within Iran.

According to the report, 68.6 million people remain internally displaced due to conflict or other crises, while 28.5 million refugees fall under UNHCR’s mandate. Another nine million are asylum seekers awaiting decisions, and 7.2 million people require international protection. Six million Palestinian refugees are under UNRWA’s mandate. Nearly 72 percent of all refugees come from just seven countries: Venezuela, Palestine, Ukraine, Syria, Afghanistan, Sudan, and South Sudan.

The report also identified the top host countries for refugees: Colombia, Germany, Turkey, Uganda, Iran, Chad, and Pakistan, with most refugees in Iran and Pakistan originating from Afghanistan.

Iran has carried out attacks on 18 United States military installations located in Kuwait, Jordan, and Bahrain, according to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). The targeted sites reportedly include Kuwait’s Ali Al Salem and Ahmad Al Jaber bases, as well as Bahrain’s Sheikh Isa base. In Jordan, Iran launched 12 ballistic missiles at the Al-Azraq airbase, striking the control center and key facilities used by US forces.

The IRGC stated that the strikes also targeted American F-35, F-15, and F-16 fighter aircraft. Additionally, the US Fifth Fleet’s Patriot system and communication facilities in Bahrain were attacked on Wednesday. The report was sourced from TRT World.

The incident marks a significant escalation in regional tensions, with multiple US military assets in the Middle East coming under direct Iranian attack, though the report did not mention any casualties or US response.

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) attacked two ships in the Strait of Hormuz, according to Iranian state and semi-official media reports published on June 11, 2026. Iran claimed the vessels attempted to cross the strategic waterway without authorization, prompting the IRGC Navy to take action. The semi-official Tasnim news agency reported that the ships violated navigation rules, while Al Jazeera noted it could not independently verify the incident.

BBC reports indicated that the attacks followed recent U.S. strikes against Iran, suggesting a possible escalation in regional tensions. Iranian state media later confirmed the IRGC’s involvement and announced a complete suspension of all maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz. Following this announcement, oil prices reportedly rose slightly.

The closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a key global shipping route, could have immediate implications for international energy markets if the disruption continues, though the duration of the shutdown remains unclear.

The United States issued a security alert following an Iranian missile strike on Jordan’s Al-Azraq airbase. Authorities instructed residents to take immediate shelter indoors and follow local announcements and warnings. The US Embassy in Jordan stated it would continue monitoring the situation and provide updates as needed.

Earlier, Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) claimed responsibility for launching 12 ballistic missiles at the Al-Azraq airbase. The IRGC said the attack targeted the airbase’s control center, US military F-35, F-15, and F-16 fighter jets, and other key facilities used by American forces. The report cited Al Jazeera as its source.

The alert underscores heightened regional tensions following the strike, with US authorities maintaining close observation of developments in Jordan and the broader Middle East.

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) launched 12 ballistic missiles targeting the Al-Azraq airbase in Jordan, according to reports on June 11, 2026. The IRGC stated that the strikes hit the base’s control center and key facilities used by the United States military. The attack also reportedly targeted American F-35, F-15, and F-16 fighter jets stationed at the site.

Following the assault, Iran’s central military command announced the complete closure of the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz. The command warned that any vessel attempting to pass through the waterway would be treated as a target. The move came after recent US military actions, signaling a sharp escalation in regional hostilities.

The closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a major global oil transit route, could have significant implications for international trade and energy markets if the situation continues to deteriorate.

A tense situation erupted on Wednesday at the Bakshiganj border in Jamalpur after an alleged attempt by India’s Border Security Force (BSF) to push an Indian national into Bangladesh. The incident occurred near pillar 1082 at the Ramrampur border, where the BSF reportedly left a 60-year-old man in the no-man’s land after failing to push him in due to resistance from the Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) and local residents. Later, when the man tried to enter Bangladesh, he was stopped and returned to the neutral zone.

A flag meeting between BGB and BSF failed to resolve the issue, as neither side agreed to take responsibility for the man. The situation escalated in the afternoon when residents from both sides engaged in chasing and counter-chasing across the barbed-wire fence. Locals said the BSF frequently attempts push-ins, leading to repeated tensions. BGB’s 35 Battalion Commander Lt. Col. Hasanur Rahman urged citizens not to cross the zero line and to cooperate with border guards.

The incident has heightened local tension, though no casualties were reported.

An Indian Muslim man, about 60 years old, has been stranded for several days in the no-man’s land between India and Bangladesh near the Dewanganj border in Jamalpur. According to local sources and the Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB), members of India’s Border Security Force (BSF) from Assam’s Nandirchar camp allegedly tried to push the man, a resident of Chennai, into Bangladesh through the Jhaudanga border. BGB personnel and local residents intervened to prevent the push-in, but the man became trapped between the two borders, living under harsh conditions without food or shelter.

BGB’s Jamalpur-35 Battalion Commander Lieutenant Colonel Hasanur Rahman said BSF had been attempting illegal push-ins in recent days and that BGB, along with locals, was maintaining heightened vigilance. Human rights activist Jahangir Selim stated that forcing any person across borders without verifying citizenship violates international law and human rights principles. Local residents claimed similar incidents have occurred recently, mostly involving poor and marginalized Indian Muslims.

The incident has raised questions about citizenship, humanity, and state responsibility, as the stranded man’s plight symbolizes the human cost of border disputes and exclusionary policies.

Kuwait has temporarily closed its airspace following Iranian attacks, according to an announcement made on Thursday. The Kuwaiti authorities stated that the closure began at 4:50 a.m. local time, with flights being redirected to alternative airports. The decision was taken as a precautionary measure to ensure the safety of civil aviation in the region.

In a statement, Kuwait’s Directorate General of Civil Aviation said the move was prompted by the Iranian assault on Kuwaiti territory and the potential risks it posed to civilian air traffic. The authority emphasized that the airspace would remain closed until the situation stabilizes and relevant assessments confirm that the threats have been eliminated.

Officials added that once conditions are deemed safe, Kuwait will reopen its airspace and resume normal flight operations based on the evaluation of the concerned authorities.