Israel is reportedly attempting to remove historic artifacts from the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound under the pretext of security measures, according to a report published on June 10, 2026. The Palestinian group Hamas has issued a warning to Israel against this move, calling for urgent action to protect the site.

Hamas stated that Israel is targeting historical relics, including the Dome of Musa located in the southwestern part of the mosque compound. The group warned that such actions could further escalate tensions. It also accused the Israeli government of pursuing a policy of 'Judaization' that Palestinians would not accept.

Hamas urged Arab and Muslim nations to take immediate steps to stop what it described as violations against Al-Aqsa. The report cited Al Jazeera as its source.

A cargo ship was attacked southwest of Balhaf, Yemen, approximately 88 nautical miles from the coast, according to the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO). The incident occurred when six armed individuals approached the vessel in a small boat, leading to an exchange of gunfire between the attackers and the ship’s armed security team. The small boat later turned away, and authorities have launched an investigation into the incident.

UKMTO confirmed the event in a statement posted on social media platform X, noting that the confrontation ended when the attackers withdrew. No further details about casualties or damage have been released so far. Authorities have advised vessels operating in the area to maintain maximum vigilance.

The attack adds to ongoing security concerns for commercial shipping routes near Yemen, prompting renewed caution among maritime operators navigating the region.

At least 11 people were killed when a gold mine collapsed in northeastern Guinea on Monday, according to rescue workers. Several others remain missing, and authorities fear the death toll could rise. The incident occurred in a region where miners often work without safety measures, taking significant risks in search of gold.

A local Red Cross official told AFP that 11 people had died, four were injured, and several were still unaccounted for. Rescue teams are continuing efforts to locate those trapped under the debris. Heavy rainfall and a lack of adequate equipment have made the rescue operation difficult.

Authorities have strengthened security around the site to facilitate rescue operations and maintain control of the situation.

China and North Korea have adopted a long-term and far-reaching plan to enhance their bilateral relations, according to the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) on Wednesday. The plan was agreed during Chinese President Xi Jinping’s visit to North Korea on Monday. The visit took place at a time when North Korea’s ties with Russia have become closer than ever, with Pyongyang reportedly sending troops and military equipment to assist Moscow in the Ukraine war.

KCNA reported that North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and President Xi Jinping expressed satisfaction over the formulation of the plan aimed at strengthening bilateral relations. During the two-day visit, both nations reaffirmed their historical friendship and mutual cooperation, pledging to make their relationship one of the world’s strongest and most strategic partnerships.

In a letter to Kim Jong Un after the visit, Xi Jinping said both leaders held in-depth discussions on issues of mutual interest and reached several important agreements. He added that the meeting reflected their shared determination to reinforce traditional friendship, promote joint development and prosperity, and maintain regional and global peace and stability.

Millions of people are at risk of acute hunger due to the ongoing war in Iran, according to Carl Skau, acting executive director of the World Food Programme (WFP), in comments to CNN. The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has sharply increased fuel prices, making WFP operations significantly more expensive and driving up global food costs.

Instability in this vital waterway has also disrupted the supply of essential fertilizers from the Gulf region to countries such as Sudan, affecting crop production. The WFP, which relies heavily on government donations, is facing severe funding shortages. As of Monday, U.S. contributions for 2026 stood at about $731 million, compared with more than $4 billion in 2024.

Skau warned that when food prices rise by 20–30 percent in the world’s poorest countries, people consume 20–30 percent less food. The WFP had earlier cautioned that if oil prices remain above $100 per barrel, an additional 45 million people could face acute hunger by July. Even if the Strait of Hormuz reopens soon, Skau said the effects will persist for a long time.

Afghanistan has claimed that 13 people, including 11 children, were killed and 14 others injured in airstrikes carried out by Pakistan’s military. Taliban government spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid said the strikes targeted Kunar, Khost, and Paktia provinces late on Tuesday night, describing the incident as a humanitarian crime and an act of aggression. The attack was reported as the deadliest in recent weeks.

No immediate comment was issued by Pakistan’s military or government. However, security officials told Reuters that the strikes targeted militant hideouts and other locations. A local official in Khost province told AFP that nine people were killed and ten injured in a strike on a house in Spera district, while three civilians died in a separate attack in Barmal district of neighboring Paktika province.

Islamabad has accused militants of launching attacks into Pakistan from Afghan territory, a claim the Taliban government denies, insisting that militancy in Pakistan is an internal issue.

Iran carried out a drone attack on the Ali Al Salem Air Base in Kuwait, which serves as the United States’ main military installation in the country. Kuwait’s military claimed to have intercepted the assault. The incident occurred as part of a broader Iranian operation targeting 21 US military sites across the region, including air and naval bases.

According to Iranian state media, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) described the strikes as retaliation for recent US air raids in southern Iran. The IRGC also confirmed attacks on American bases in Bahrain and Jordan. The escalation follows earlier US strikes on Iranian territory after Washington accused Tehran of downing a US military helicopter.

Iranian media further reported multiple explosions in Qeshm Island, Jask, Sirik, and Bandar Abbas, indicating heightened military activity in southern Iran. The situation underscores rising hostilities between the two nations and growing instability across the Gulf region.

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) carried out drone attacks on 21 US military targets early Wednesday, including the headquarters of the US Fifth Fleet in Bahrain. The IRGC described the operation as retaliation for recent US airstrikes in southern Iran. In a statement broadcast by state media, the force warned that it would take harsher retaliatory measures if US military operations continued.

The IRGC also claimed to have shot down a US MQ-9 Reaper drone over Bushehr province and targeted Kuwait’s Ali Al Salem air base. Kuwait’s military confirmed the attack but said its air defense system successfully intercepted the drones. The escalation follows extensive US strikes on 20 Iranian targets, including a telecommunications tower, in southern Iran’s Jask, Sirik, and Qeshm Island areas.

According to the IRGC, several key facilities, including an F-35 hangar at a Jordanian air base, were destroyed during the operation, signaling a sharp rise in regional tensions.

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has warned the United States to leave the Middle East if it wants to remain safe, following a series of US attacks on Iran. In retaliation, Iran launched strikes on American military bases in Jordan and Bahrain. Araghchi issued the warning through a post on social media platform X, accusing the US of testing Iran’s resolve despite suffering defeats on the battlefield.

He further cautioned that Iran would respond to every US attack and referenced the Persian Gulf’s history of disastrous outcomes for foreign intruders. Iranian media earlier reported explosions and missile strikes in southern Hormozgan province, including Qeshm Island, Sirik, Minab, and Jask. Following these incidents, air defense systems were activated in Bandar Abbas, Qeshm, and Sirik.

The escalating exchange of attacks underscores rising tensions between Tehran and Washington, with the situation in the Persian Gulf remaining volatile according to the reports cited.

Iran has claimed to have shot down a US MQ-9 drone over the skies of Bushehr province, according to a report published on June 10, 2026. The incident follows a series of retaliatory attacks between the United States and Iran, including Tehran’s earlier downing of a US Apache helicopter near the Strait of Hormuz. In response, the United States reportedly carried out multiple strikes on Iran’s air defense and radar installations.

Al Jazeera reported that Iran’s air defense systems were highly active during the incident. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) stated through state media that it had launched retaliatory attacks on US military bases in Bahrain and Jordan, including a drone strike on the US Fifth Fleet in Bahrain and a long-range missile attack on a base in Azraq, Jordan.

The developments mark a sharp escalation in hostilities between the two countries, with both sides engaging in direct military actions across multiple fronts in the region.

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has claimed responsibility for a drone strike on the United States Fifth Fleet base in Bahrain. The IRGC stated that the attack was carried out in retaliation for US strikes on several locations in southern Iran, including Jask, Sirik, and Qeshm Island. The incident occurred amid ongoing hostilities between the two sides.

According to the IRGC, the US attacks damaged a telecommunications tower and destroyed two water tanks in Sirik’s Bemani district. The IRGC warned that more severe retaliatory actions would follow if what it called US military aggression continued. In Bahrain, warning sirens were activated, and the Interior Ministry urged residents to remain calm and move to safe areas.

Al Jazeera reported from Tehran that both the IRGC and the Khatam al-Anbiya headquarters confirmed strikes on several US bases in the Gulf region, though only the Bahrain base was specifically identified. The situation remains tense as both sides signal readiness for further escalation.

The United States carried out multiple airstrikes in Iran early Wednesday local time, following accusations that Iranian forces shot down a US military helicopter. According to Iranian state media, explosions were reported in Qeshm Island, Jask, Sirik, and Bandar Abbas. The US described the operation as a proportional response to what it called Iran’s unjustified aggression. Explosions were also heard along Iran’s Persian Gulf coast and near the Strait of Hormuz, raising fears of a wider regional conflict.

US Central Command (CENTCOM) stated on X that its forces used precision munitions from Air Force and Navy aircraft to strike Iranian air defense systems, ground control centers, and radar sites near the Strait of Hormuz. The strikes followed reports from US media that an Apache helicopter had crashed in the Strait of Hormuz on Monday. President Donald Trump claimed that Iranian forces shot down the helicopter, which fell into the Gulf of Oman.

The developments have heightened tensions in the Middle East, with concerns that the situation could escalate further if retaliatory actions continue.

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) announced that it launched long-range solid-fuel missiles at a Jordanian military airbase on June 10, 2026. The IRGC said the strike destroyed several key facilities, including an F-35 aircraft hangar and a main command and control center. The base reportedly hosts US military personnel.

According to the IRGC statement, the attack marked the final phase of a broader counter-operation in response to earlier US strikes. The group claimed to have targeted 21 American air and naval sites across the region and to have downed a US MQ-9 drone within Iranian airspace. The IRGC warned that any further US military action would be met with a “devastating and final” response, placing full responsibility for escalation on Washington.

Separately, Kuwait’s army reported that its air defense systems were intercepting hostile aerial targets and urged residents to follow safety instructions. The report cited Al Jazeera as its source.

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) announced that it carried out retaliatory attacks on US military bases in Bahrain and Jordan following a recent US strike. According to a statement published by Iranian state media on Wednesday, the IRGC said it launched a drone attack on the US Fifth Fleet in Bahrain and a long-range missile strike on a base in Azraq, Jordan.

After sirens sounded early Wednesday in Bahrain, the country’s Interior Ministry urged citizens and residents to move to safe locations. The ministry posted on social media platform X asking people to remain calm and seek nearby shelters. Meanwhile, semi-official Tasnim News Agency reiterated the IRGC’s claim that the attacks were in direct response to the latest US assault.

No immediate reports of damage or casualties were available, and neither Bahrain nor the United States had issued official comments on the IRGC’s claims. In neighboring Kuwait, sirens also sounded as its military reported that air defense systems were intercepting hostile aerial targets according to standard procedures.

Iran’s deputy foreign minister has stated that the country did not intentionally target the US Apache helicopter that crashed in the Strait of Hormuz. In an interview with Qatar-based Al Jazeera, the Iranian official said Iran had no involvement in the incident and suggested that the tense regional situation could have contributed to such occurrences.

According to the US Central Command (CENTCOM), the military helicopter went down while patrolling over the airspace near Oman’s coast and the Strait of Hormuz. Both pilots were rescued unharmed by a drone boat. Following the crash, US President Donald Trump directly blamed Iran and warned of an appropriate response.

The incident comes amid heightened tensions in the region, with both sides trading accusations over recent security events in the Gulf area.