BREAKING: U.S. Thwarts DEADLY IRGC Hormuz Plot; Russia Aids Iran; Hamas Crisis UNFOLDS...

The United States pursued measures including blockade and sanctions to pressure Iran, resulting in direct fire exchanges near the Strait of Hormuz. Russia provided assistance to Iran during the period. Turkey formed a new regional bloc with Saudi Arabia and Pakistan, carrying implications for Israel in Syria.

The U. S. Treasury designated Palestine Action a terrorist organization, while new dating of the Siloam dam discovery was reported in Jerusalem's City of David.