- Iran reportedly closed the Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing Israeli attacks on Hezbollah in Lebanon, raising concerns about the ceasefire's stability.
- Sporadic attacks were reported between Iran and Arab Gulf countries, though broader Iran-related conflict has quieted.
- Israel contin
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