Iran has reaffirmed that it will not engage in any discussions with the United States regarding the future of its highly enriched uranium stockpile. Ali Bagheri, deputy secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, restated this position during an interview with Fars News Agency on the sidelines of an international security conference in Moscow, Russia. He emphasized that the matter is not on the negotiation agenda.

Earlier, U.S. President Donald Trump had stated that Washington would not allow Iran to retain its 440 kilograms of highly enriched uranium, which remains one of the key unresolved issues between the two countries. Analysts note that uranium enriched up to 60 percent, though below the 90 percent required for weapons-grade material, can be upgraded relatively quickly to that level.

Observers suggest that Iran’s firm stance could further complicate ongoing ceasefire-related discussions between Tehran and Washington, as the enriched uranium issue remains a central point of contention.

Mohammad Akbarzadeh, the deputy political chief of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy, has warned that Iran’s southern coastline could become a graveyard for any aggressors. Speaking on May 27, 2026, he said that while the likelihood of a new war with the United States is low, Iran remains fully prepared to repel any attack.

Akbarzadeh stated that the weakness of Iran’s enemies makes renewed conflict unlikely, but emphasized that the country’s armed forces are on alert. His remarks came in response to a recent U.S. strike on Iran. Referring to the country’s long southern coast, he mentioned that the area stretching from Chabahar to Mahshahr would be turned into a burial ground for invaders.

The comments, reported by Al Jazeera, underscore Iran’s continued readiness to defend its territory amid ongoing tensions with the United States.

Palestinians performed Eid al-Adha prayers at the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound in Jerusalem on May 27, 2026. The mosque courtyard was filled with worshippers marking one of Islam’s most significant festivals, which commemorates Prophet Ibrahim’s willingness to sacrifice his son in obedience to God.

Eid al-Adha is traditionally observed with animal sacrifices and the distribution of meat among the poor and relatives. However, due to Israel’s restrictions on the entry of live animals into Gaza, the practice of sacrifice has been largely absent there for the past three years. The celebration comes amid ongoing devastation in Gaza, where, according to the territory’s health ministry, more than 880 people have been killed and over 2,645 injured since a ceasefire was declared on October 10 between Israel and Hamas.

The truce aimed to halt a conflict that began in October 2023, which has left over 72,000 Palestinians dead, most of them women and children, and caused massive destruction to civilian infrastructure.

The Israeli military has claimed responsibility for killing Mohammad Odeh, the military chief of the Palestinian group Hamas, in an attack in northern Gaza. The announcement was made through an official statement by the Israeli forces, following reports that first appeared in Israeli media late on Tuesday night. Hamas has not yet confirmed the death of Odeh.

According to the source, Mohammad Odeh was appointed as the head of Hamas’s military wing, the Qassam Brigades, after the previous commander, Izz al-Din al-Haddad, was killed in an Israeli strike in May. The latest development adds to the ongoing hostilities between Israel and Hamas, which have intensified in recent months.

The report did not include confirmation from Hamas or details about the circumstances of the attack, leaving uncertainty about the full impact of the strike and the current leadership structure within Hamas.

Iran has released ten Indian sailors who had been detained since July 2025. According to India’s Directorate General of Shipping, the sailors were aboard the oil tanker MV Harbor Phoenix when it was seized near Iran’s Jask port. Their release followed continuous diplomatic efforts between the two countries.

The Directorate confirmed that the sailors are safe and that arrangements are being made to bring them back to India as soon as possible. The vessel, identified by ship-tracking sites as a Palau-flagged oil tanker, had been detained by Iranian authorities, though no details were provided about the reason for its seizure or the arrests.

The release marks a resolution to a months-long detention case that had involved diplomatic engagement between India and Iran, though the underlying cause of the tanker’s detention remains undisclosed.

Israel has violated the Gaza ceasefire 3,005 times since it took effect last October, according to a statement from the Gaza Government Media Office. The violations reportedly include bombings, direct attacks on civilians, destruction of residential areas, repeated shootings, and incursions into populated zones.

The statement said that more than 910 civilians have been killed and 2,747 injured in these incidents. It also claimed that Israeli forces have abducted or arrested 82 people during the same period. The office further reported that Israeli restrictions have severely hindered humanitarian aid, preventing over 64 percent of relief supplies—including food, water, medicine, fuel, and other essentials—from entering the region.

The information was cited by Middle East Eye and highlights the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza amid continued restrictions and violence.

Israeli soldiers are using fishing nets to protect themselves from Hezbollah’s first-person-view (FPV) kamikaze drone attacks in Lebanon, according to a senior Israel Defense Forces (IDF) officer quoted by The War Zone on Monday. Due to a shortage of standard protective mesh, troops have been purchasing nets from fishermen in Tiberias on the Sea of Galilee, as well as from coastal areas such as Acre and Haifa. The officer described the drone threat as a nightmare for field units.

The report notes that after widespread use of FPV drones in the Ukraine war, the IDF has adopted similar netting to shield vehicles and equipment from explosions. However, Hezbollah’s use of fiber-optic-controlled drones and thermal cameras has limited Israel’s electronic warfare capabilities and allowed nighttime strikes. The combination has immobilized Israeli forces along the border and inside Lebanon, preventing them from targeting Hezbollah’s logistics networks.

The situation has been further complicated by political pressure from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for visible operations in southern Lebanon, while U.S. commitments have constrained military flexibility, creating what one officer called a “catch-22” scenario.

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan stated that Ankara is ready to promote peace and stability through dialogue. On Tuesday, he held separate phone conversations with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. During these calls, Erdogan emphasized Turkey’s commitment to supporting all efforts that yield positive outcomes from dialogue.

Erdogan told Pezeshkian that Turkey would continue to provide all kinds of support to ensure constructive discussions. He stressed that Ankara is cooperating with brotherly nations to secure regional peace and stability. Erdogan also remarked that the ongoing United States–Israel war against Iran has cast a shadow over the celebration of Eid al-Adha.

Expressing optimism, Erdogan said he believes the Iranian people will overcome these difficult times and regain security and stability. He also extended Eid al-Adha greetings to the Iranian president.

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) announced that 25 ships, including oil tankers, container vessels, and other commercial ships, crossed the Strait of Hormuz under the coordination of its naval forces and with Tehran’s authorization. The IRGC issued a statement warning that any act of aggression would be met with a strong response.

A senior spokesperson for Iran’s armed forces, Abolfazl Shekarchi, cautioned that if war resumes in the region, Iran’s retaliation would be far harsher and extend beyond regional boundaries. His comments were conveyed through the semi-official Fars news agency.

The statement and remarks underscore Iran’s continued emphasis on defending its maritime routes and asserting control over the strategic Strait of Hormuz, a key global shipping passage, amid heightened regional tensions.

Several African countries are showing interest in strengthening security cooperation with Turkey, following the ‘Somali model’ developed between Ankara and Mogadishu. Turkish Defense Minister Yasar Guler announced this during the ongoing Efes military exercise in western Turkey, noting that Ankara continues to provide training and technical support to African armed forces to enhance their capabilities. He added that multiple countries have requested similar arrangements to the one implemented in Somalia, and these requests are under review.

Turkey’s partnership with Somalia began in 2011 as a humanitarian mission and has since evolved into a comprehensive security and economic alliance. Turkey operates its largest overseas military base in Mogadishu and manages key infrastructure including hospitals, companies, the city’s port, and airport. The country has also invested heavily in protecting Somalia’s coastline and conducting offshore oil and gas exploration.

According to an internal source in Ankara, countries such as Niger, Burkina Faso, and Ethiopia may also seek Turkish security assistance in the near future.

Israel has ordered the seizure of land encompassing the Prophet Solomon (Sulaiman) Mosque and tomb site in the occupied West Bank. The decision, announced on Tuesday, involves the acquisition of 28 acres that include the Palestinian town of Beit Iksa and the historic mosque. The Israeli Civil Administration, under the Defense Ministry, stated that the area is being taken for 'public interest' and that a development project will be launched to preserve the archaeological site believed to be the tomb of Prophet Solomon.

Palestinian analysts have condemned the move as another example of the 'Judaization' of Islamic heritage sites. The Prophet Solomon site holds religious significance for Jews, Christians, and Muslims alike. Historically, the Byzantine Emperor Justinian ordered a church built there, and later Muslim rulers constructed various structures in Solomon’s memory. The current mosque features Ayyubid and Mamluk architectural elements and includes a tomb revered by Muslims as Solomon’s resting place.

Experts note that since Israel occupied the West Bank in 1967, it has gradually altered the area, including building a synagogue in the underground chamber believed to house Solomon’s tomb and reducing Muslim prayer space.

Eid al-Adha is being celebrated today across Saudi Arabia and many other countries with religious devotion and festive spirit. Muslims are performing Eid prayers, animal sacrifices, and completing Hajj rituals, marking one of Islam’s most significant religious occasions. The celebrations follow the completion of the key Hajj ritual, Wuquf at Arafat, where about 1.6 million pilgrims gathered in white Ihram garments, praying and seeking forgiveness until sunset.

The sermon at Arafat’s historic Namira Mosque was delivered by Sheikh Ali Al Hudaifi, Imam and Khatib of Masjid al-Haram, and broadcast live in 35 languages including Bengali. He emphasized unity among Muslims, the establishment of Islamic values, and the maintenance of global peace. After the sermon, pilgrims performed combined prayers and moved to Muzdalifah to spend the night under the open sky, collecting pebbles for the symbolic stoning of the devil in Mina.

Saudi authorities have implemented extensive security and transport measures to ensure smooth Hajj management, including water fountains, shaded areas, and around 24,000 special buses for pilgrims’ convenience.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has warned of intensifying military operations in Lebanon following recent Israeli strikes that killed 31 people, including women and children, and injured 40 others. The information was reported by Lebanon’s national news agency. Netanyahu stated in a social media message that despite a U.S.-brokered ceasefire in mid-April, Israeli forces had killed hundreds of Hezbollah fighters.

He said Israeli troops were conducting deep operations inside Lebanese territory, capturing and controlling several areas, and reinforcing a security zone. Netanyahu also mentioned a national effort to counter Hezbollah’s drones, which have recently tested Israel’s radar and interception systems. Hezbollah has reportedly deployed fiber-optic-controlled first-person-view drones that have proven deadly to Israeli forces.

Meanwhile, Hezbollah claimed responsibility for 32 attacks on Israeli troops in southern Lebanon. In Washington, President Donald Trump convened an unscheduled cabinet meeting as part of diplomatic efforts to end the conflict, while U.S. Secretary of State Rubio said talks in Qatar on a ceasefire agreement were ongoing and could take several more days.

Israel has intensified its military operations in southern Lebanon despite the existence of a US-mediated ceasefire. The Israeli forces have expanded forced evacuation orders in several towns and villages and recently carried out bombings in Nabatieh in southern Lebanon and Mashghara in the Bekaa Valley in the east.

According to Al Jazeera, security analyst and Responsible Statecraft contributor Ali Rizk stated that Hezbollah is not losing the war. He argued that Israel has been surprised by Hezbollah’s battlefield performance, which has increased internal pressure on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Rizk suggested that this pressure is driving Israel to escalate its attacks.

The developments highlight a growing intensity in the conflict zone even under an agreed truce, raising questions about the durability of the ceasefire and the political strain within Israel.

A large number of US military aircraft, including refueling planes, have been deployed at Israel’s Ben Gurion and Ramon airports, causing disruptions to civilian air traffic and airport capacity. The deployment has been described as unprecedented, according to Israel’s public broadcaster Kan, which reported that the presence of these aircraft is affecting normal aviation operations.

Kan’s report further noted that the US aircraft remain stationed in Israel even during the current ceasefire with Iran. The broadcaster added that under the present circumstances, these aircraft are not expected to leave Israel soon. The report cited Al Jazeera as the source of this information.

The continued presence of US military assets at Israeli airports highlights the close military coordination between the two countries and its impact on civilian infrastructure, though no official statement on the duration or purpose of the deployment has been provided.