Escalating Tensions: US and Israel Intensify Strikes in Iran

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth announced that Tuesday could mark the most intense day yet of US military strikes inside Iran. The aim is to weaken Iran's military capabilities further and encourage a popular uprising against the Iranian government.

This announcement comes as regional tensions escalate, with Qatar intercepting a missile attack, and the UAE activating its air defences in response to potential Iranian strikes. Meanwhile, diplomatic communications signal potential mediation efforts by Russia to de-escalate the situation.

In the Persian Gulf, there are reports of heightened military activity, including possible attacks on ships, as Iran threatens to blockade oil exports. The US and Israeli military actions intend to dismantle Iranian influence, though it has led to unpredictable fluctuations in global markets.