Iran strikes two US destroyers with ballistic missiles inflicting significant damage on the ships

 Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has reported successful ballistic missile strikes on two US destroyers.

Two Iranian tankers have been struck off Kharg Island, while a third was hit near Jask

An Iranian retaliatory response is expected within the next few hours. 

Saudi Arabia issues emergency alerts in southwestern regions

Saudi Arabia's Civil Defense issued emergency alerts on Tuesday in Jazan, Najran and Abha in the country's southwest before announcing minutes later that the danger had passed.

EU welcomes derogation allowing Ukraine to purchase key Patriot air defense products

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on Tuesday welcomed EU member states' agreement to grant Ukraine a derogation allowing it to purchase crucial products needed for Patriot air defense systems.

Stocks fall as Middle East attacks send oil towards $100 a barrel

Markets are declining after a volley of attacks on energy facilities drove oil to near $100 a barrel.

Moscow to retaliate harshly, painfully to Budapest’s expulsion of diplomats

Moscow will give a harsh and painful response to Hungary for expelling Russian diplomats, Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova stated.