Iran missiles enter Jordan; U.S. and Iran trade strikes; Kuwait closes airspace

The United States and Iran conducted air attacks against each other for a second consecutive day, with President Trump warning of additional strikes if Tehran does not accept a peace deal without delay. The U.S. Embassy in Jordan urged Americans to shelter after reported Iranian missiles and drones entered Jordanian airspace in retaliation for U.S. strikes on southern Iran. Kuwait temporarily closed its airspace due to the attacks, forcing flight diversions, the country's civil aviation authority said.

U.S. Embassy in Jordan urges Americans to shelter after reported Iranian missiles, drones enter Jordanian airspace

The U.S. Embassy in Amman issued a security alert urging American citizens to shelter in place after reported Iranian missiles and drones entered Jordanian airspace. The embassy said the projectiles were launched in retaliation for U.S. strikes on southern Iran. No casualties or damage were immediately reported in Jordan.

U.S. and Iran exchange air strikes for second day; Trump vows more attacks unless Tehran agrees to peace deal immediately

The United States and Iran conducted air attacks against each other for a second consecutive day. President Trump warned of additional strikes if Iran does not accept a peace deal without delay. The exchange marks an escalation in hostilities between the two countries.

Kuwait temporarily closes airspace amid Iranian attacks, forcing flight diversions

Kuwait temporarily closed its airspace due to Iranian attacks, forcing flight diversions, according to the country's civil aviation authority. The closure affected commercial flights in the region. No further details on the duration of the closure were provided.

Explosion in China's Guangxi region kills seven, state media reports

An explosion in China's Guangxi region killed seven people, state media reported. The cause of the blast was under investigation. Authorities did not immediately provide further details on the incident.

FIDE temporarily suspends Russian Chess Federation membership over Ukraine war violations

The International Chess Federation (FIDE) temporarily suspended the Russian Chess Federation's membership, a move tied to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. The suspension bars the Russian federation from participating in FIDE events until further notice. FIDE cited violations related to the war in Ukraine as the basis for the decision.

What to Watch

Diplomatic channels remain active as the U.S. and Iran continue air strikes. The closure of Kuwaiti airspace may expand to other Gulf states if the conflict escalates. Investigators in China are expected to release more details on the Guangxi explosion in the coming hours.