Israeli forces shot and killed a seven-month-old baby in Hebron, located in the occupied West Bank, according to the Palestinian Health Ministry. The ministry reported that Israeli troops opened fire on a vehicle south of Hebron, injuring three members of the same family, including the infant, who later died.

Palestinian news agency Wafa stated that several attacks occurred across the occupied West Bank from Friday night through Saturday. These included assaults by illegal settlers and Israeli military operations. In Atuf village, southeast of Tubas, settlers reportedly attacked a group of Palestinian farmers and took them away. A local official said the attackers were dressed in Israeli military uniforms.

In Deir Dibwan, near Ramallah, settlers forced entry into Palestinian homes. When residents resisted, Israeli forces entered one of the houses, confined the occupants to a room, and ordered the removal of surveillance cameras.

The United States has claimed responsibility for downing four Iranian drones and striking radar installations near the Strait of Hormuz. According to the US Central Command (CENTCOM), the drones were one-way attack models approaching the area, and coastal surveillance radar sites were also targeted. CENTCOM stated on social media that the drones posed an immediate threat to regional maritime traffic.

In response to the US actions, Iran reportedly launched seven ballistic missiles targeting Kuwait and Bahrain. The exchange follows a temporary ceasefire between the United States and Iran that began on April 8, which has failed to produce a lasting end to hostilities.

The renewed confrontation underscores the fragility of the ceasefire and the continuing volatility in the Gulf region, where both nations have struggled to maintain stability amid repeated military escalations.

Amnesty International Secretary General Agnès Callamard has called on Israel to end what she described as 'cruelty' and to release Dr. Husam Abu Safiya, director of Gaza’s Kamal Adwan Hospital. Her appeal followed reports that Abu Safiya had been placed in solitary confinement at Israel’s Nafha Prison.

In a post on social media platform X, Callamard questioned the reasons behind such treatment, asking why those with the power to hold Israeli authorities accountable for their actions continue to fail. She emphasized that Dr. Abu Safiya should be with his loved ones and serving the many people who depend on his care, not confined in isolation.

Callamard leads Amnesty International’s global human rights advocacy, campaigns, and strategic direction. The statement was reported by Al Jazeera and shared by the Bangladeshi outlet Amar Desh.

At least 21 people were killed in Israeli airstrikes on southern Lebanon, according to the state-run National News Agency (NNA). The report said the dead included a municipal councilor from Sidon, two Syrian children riding a motorcycle with their father in Nabatieh, and a paramedic in Zebdine. The NNA added that an ambulance was targeted in Zebdine while attempting to deliver bread to a family described as being under blockade.

Lebanon’s Ministry of Health condemned the attack in a statement, saying that targeting paramedics during rescue operations constitutes a violation of international humanitarian law. The ministry’s remarks followed reports that the ambulance strike occurred during a humanitarian mission.

The incident underscores the growing civilian toll in southern Lebanon amid ongoing cross-border hostilities, with Lebanese authorities calling attention to the protection of medical and rescue personnel in conflict zones.

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has directed his country’s navy to enhance its nuclear deterrence capabilities. According to a report published by state media on Saturday, Kim issued the order while overseeing a naval operation test aboard the warship Kang Kon. The directive comes just days before Chinese President Xi Jinping’s planned visit to North Korea from June 8 to 9, jointly announced by Beijing and Pyongyang.

Kim emphasized that the navy must quickly become a reliable component of the nation’s nuclear deterrence system, capable of delivering “deadly strikes” both above and below water. Strengthening naval power is one of the main goals of the ruling party’s current five-year defense development plan. State media photos showed Kim accompanied by senior military and government officials, as well as his daughter Ju Ae.

The report also recalled that Kim had previously supervised the failed launch of the Kang Kon destroyer in May last year, which was later repaired and relaunched. Analysts cited in the report noted that Kim’s ties with Russia have deepened amid the Ukraine war, bolstering his international standing.

The Border Security Force (BSF) of India attempted to push ten Indian nationals into Bangladesh through the Auliarhat border in Patgram upazila of Lalmonirhat on Friday night. The Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) intervened and prevented the entry, forcing the BSF to retreat. The incident occurred near the 846/1-2 S border pillar under the jurisdiction of the 65 Bari Border Outpost.

According to BGB and local sources, members of the BSF’s Mahanadi camp under the 98 Battalion tried to push in ten people, including women and children, under the cover of darkness. BGB personnel and local residents resisted the attempt and kept the group on the Indian side of the zero line. Following strong protests, the BSF took the ten individuals back into Indian territory early Saturday morning.

BGB officials stated that their firm stance and local resistance compelled the BSF to withdraw and return the pushed-in individuals, marking a resolution to the overnight border tension.

Six Bangladeshi peacekeepers who lost their lives while serving under the United Nations flag in Sudan’s Abyei region have been posthumously awarded the prestigious Dag Hammarskjöld Medal. The medals were presented at a ceremony at the UN Headquarters in New York on the occasion of International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers. UN Secretary-General António Guterres handed the medals to Bangladesh’s Permanent Representative to the UN, Ambassador Muhammad Abdul Muhith, on behalf of the fallen peacekeepers.

The honor recognizes their courage, dedication, and sacrifice in the cause of international peace and security. The six honorees—Corporal Md Masud Rana, Privates Md Jahangir Alam, Md Sabuj Mia, Md Mominul Islam, Shamim Reza, and Santo Mondol—were killed in a drone attack on December 13, 2025, while serving with the UN Interim Security Force for Abyei in Kadugli, Sudan. This year, 68 military, police, and civilian peacekeepers from 33 member states received the medal posthumously.

During the ceremony, the Secretary-General observed a minute of silence in memory of nearly 4,500 peacekeepers who have died since 1948 and acknowledged the contributions of over 50,000 personnel currently serving in missions worldwide.

The United States has approved the sale of weapons worth $1.98 billion to Kuwait, according to a statement from the U.S. Department of State. The announcement comes as Kuwait, one of the Gulf countries affected by Iranian attacks during the Middle East conflict, seeks to strengthen its defense capabilities. The sale includes drone defense technology to be purchased from Anduril, a defense technology company founded by a supporter of U.S. President Donald Trump.

The State Department said the proposed sale aligns with U.S. foreign policy and national security objectives. It emphasized that the deal would enhance the security of a major non-NATO ally and support political stability and economic progress in the Middle East. The statement framed Kuwait as an important force for regional stability and development.

The approval underscores Washington’s continued defense cooperation with Gulf partners, reflecting its strategic interest in maintaining regional balance and countering emerging threats.

Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff, envoys of US President Donald Trump, met with technology experts at a national research laboratory in Tennessee on Thursday, according to Axios citing a US official. The meeting took place as the United States resumed attacks on Iran while simultaneously engaging in talks aimed at limiting Tehran’s nuclear program.

Scott Roker, vice president of the Nuclear Materials Security Program at the Nuclear Threat Initiative, said the laboratory has a history of removing highly enriched uranium worldwide. He told CNN that the facility has the expertise to handle, convert, and transport such materials safely, but noted that no one in the US has experience retrieving uranium buried underground. Intelligence assessments indicated that a June 2025 US strike on Iran’s Isfahan complex buried much of Tehran’s enriched uranium stockpile without destroying it.

Roker described the meeting as an encouraging sign, suggesting it was necessary to involve US government experts in the ongoing discussions. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said earlier this week that the talks with Iran are technical and could take several months.

US President Donald Trump stated that Iran has only about 21 to 22 percent of its missile capability remaining following a US military operation. In an interview with NBC News, Trump said American forces had completely destroyed Iran’s military infrastructure, leaving the country with a fraction of its previous missile strength.

However, his remarks appear to contradict a report published by The New York Times citing US intelligence agencies. That report indicated Iran had regained operational access to 30 of its 33 missile bases along the Strait of Hormuz and retained roughly 70 percent of its pre-war missile stockpile.

The differing assessments highlight a significant gap between the US administration’s public statements and intelligence evaluations regarding the extent of damage to Iran’s missile program.

Chinese President Xi Jinping will travel to North Korea next Monday for a two-day state visit, marking his first trip there in nearly seven years. The visit comes as North Korean leader Kim Jong Un strengthens his strategic partnership with Russia to ease economic isolation. Analysts say Xi aims to present a united front against the West while reaffirming Beijing’s influence over Pyongyang, which has recently leaned closer to Moscow.

Kim is expected to use his improved ties with Russia to seek greater economic benefits from China, while maintaining balance between his two powerful neighbors. North Korea’s renewed defense pact with Moscow and its supply of arms to Russia in exchange for oil, food, and technology have reduced its dependence on Beijing, raising concerns in China about losing regional leverage.

The summit may also touch on nuclear issues, though Kim has ruled out talks with Washington over his nuclear program. Analysts note that Beijing’s stance on North Korea’s nuclear ambitions appears to be softening, viewing Pyongyang’s arsenal as a potential strategic advantage against the United States and its allies.

Bahrain has urged residents to move to safe shelters after Iran launched attacks on Kuwait and Bahrain in response to US strikes. Early Saturday morning, warning sirens sounded across Bahrain, prompting authorities to issue an alert for citizens and residents to remain calm and seek nearby safe locations. The Ministry of Interior announced the advisory through a message on social media platform X at around 4:15 a.m. local time.

Earlier in the week, Bahrain reported that its air defense system had intercepted and destroyed three missiles and several drones. The recent escalation follows a series of retaliatory actions between Iran and the United States, with Bahrain now taking precautionary measures to protect its population.

Authorities have not yet provided further details on the extent of the attacks or any casualties, but the alert indicates heightened security measures and ongoing regional tension.

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) announced that it carried out a missile strike on what it described as an 'enemy base' in the Middle East. According to a statement published by Iran’s semi-official Tasnim news agency, the attack was launched in response to U.S. military aggression near Iran’s Sirik city and Qeshm Island in the Strait of Hormuz.

The U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) reported that Iran fired seven ballistic missiles targeting Kuwait and Bahrain. In a separate statement, the U.S. military said it had struck radar installations in southern Iran after shooting down four Iranian drones that were launched toward the Strait of Hormuz. The radar sites hit were located in Goruk and Qeshm Island.

The exchange of strikes marks a sharp escalation in military activity between Iran and the United States in the region, raising concerns about further instability in the Gulf area.

Iran launched seven ballistic missiles targeting Kuwait and Bahrain just hours after US forces struck Iranian radar sites and intercepted attack drones near the Strait of Hormuz, according to the US Central Command (CENTCOM). The US military said six of the missiles were intercepted midair and the seventh failed to reach its target. CENTCOM confirmed there were no American casualties and dismissed Iran’s claim of damaging the US Navy’s Fifth Fleet headquarters in Bahrain as false.

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) stated that it attacked ‘enemy bases’ across the Middle East using aerospace missiles. The semi-official Tasnim News Agency reported that the strikes were carried out in response to what Iran described as US aggression near the strategic Strait of Hormuz, particularly around the Iranian city of Sirik and Qeshm Island.

The exchange marks a sharp escalation in military tensions between Iran and the United States in the Gulf region, with both sides issuing conflicting accounts of the attacks and their outcomes.

The United States military has claimed responsibility for airstrikes on radar installations in southern Iran. The announcement came on Friday, when the US Central Command stated that four Iranian drones had been shot down after being launched toward the Strait of Hormuz. Following the interception, US forces targeted coastal surveillance radar facilities on Goruk and Qashem islands.

According to the Central Command, the Iranian drones posed a threat to regional maritime navigation, prompting the strikes to prevent further attacks. The incident marks another escalation between the two countries despite a temporary ceasefire declared on April 8, which was brokered by Pakistan.

Efforts to achieve a lasting end to hostilities have so far failed, with both sides continuing to exchange proposals and counterproposals for peace. Leaders from both nations have also indicated their readiness to resume attacks if necessary, underscoring the fragile nature of the current truce.