Smoke near the US Embassy in Kuwait came amid drone interceptions and a military plane crash as Iranian retaliation escalated across Gulf states.

Analysts say Iran strikes may push Kim Jong Un to reassess talks as North Korea links US action in Iran to the value of its nuclear deterrent.

Trump warns Iran against retaliation as Iranian officials vow self‑defense while heavy US-Israeli strikes continue and casualties rise.

Israel expands strikes to Tehran and Hezbollah as Trump signals the US‑Israeli offensive on Iran may continue for weeks.

Trump says three US troops were killed and warns more casualties may follow as he vows to continue military operations until all objectives are met.

Oil markets surge and investors flee to safe assets as Khamenei’s killing sparks uncertainty in Iran and raises fears of wider economic fallout.