At 18:07, Trump Calls on Iran to Do What is Smart:
Donald Trump has urged Iran to “do what is smart,” adding that he did not want to intervene and “kill people.” “They should do what is smart, because we don’t want to go in and kill people. I don’t want to do that,” declared the American president during an exchange with journalists in the Oval Office.
Defense Systems Activated Against Iranian Drone and Missile Attacks:
The United Arab Emirates stated that their air defenses intercepted missiles and drones fired from Iran for a second consecutive day, despite the fragile ceasefire in the Middle East conflict since April 8.
Washington Not Seeking to Fight in the Strait of Hormuz:
Washington “does not seek to fight” with its operations to protect commercial ships crossing the Strait of Hormuz, stated U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. “We are not looking to fight. But we also cannot let Iran block an international navigation route for innocent countries,” the secretary said at a Pentagon press conference.
Spain Calls for Release of Pro-Palestinian Activist:
Spain once again demanded the “immediate release” of Spanish national Saif Abu Keshek, a member of the “Flotilla for Gaza,” after his detention extension until Sunday in Israel by an Ashkelon court.
Macron Says He Will Speak to the Iranian President:
French President Emmanuel Macron announced Tuesday that he would speak to his Iranian counterpart Massoud Pezeshkian following increased tensions between Iran and the United States in the Strait of Hormuz.
Iran Denies Starting Standoff with the United States:
The influential Iranian Parliament Speaker, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, warned that Iran had not yet begun the standoff with the United States, after clashes in the Strait of Hormuz.
India Condemns Drone Attack in the UAE:
New Delhi condemned the drone attack on the Fujaārah oil tanker site in the UAE, which injured three Indian nationals on Monday, and called for the opening of the Strait of Hormuz.
Maersk Announces Departure of Ship from Hormuz:
Danish container shipping giant Maersk announced that one of its ships, the Alliance Fairfax, under American flag, had left the Strait of Hormuz safely.
First Oil Delivery to Japan Since the Start of the War:
A Russian crude oil cargo arrived in Japan on Monday, marking Moscow’s first delivery to the country since the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz began.
Macron Condemns “Unacceptable” Iranian Strikes:
French President Emmanuel Macron described the Iranian strikes on the UAE as “unacceptable,” calling for a diplomatic solution in the Middle East.
Starmer Calls for De-escalation in the Middle East:
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer condemned the Iranian attacks on the UAE and called for a diplomatic solution in the Middle East.
Recap: Key News Highlights at 6:15:
– Saudi Arabia warns against further military escalation in the Gulf and urges continued mediation efforts between Iran and the United States. – Drone attack on the UAE oil site injures three Indians as Iran denies targeting the UAE and condemns U.S. military adventurism. – U.S. President confirms no “damages” in the Strait of Hormuz, except shots fired at a South Korean vessel. The U.S. also claims to have destroyed seven Iranian boats, while the Navy mentioned six.
Two Foreigners Injured in Attack in Oman, Hezbollah Reports Clashes in Southern Lebanon:
Two foreigners were injured in an attack on a residential building in the coastal city of Bukha, Oman, while the pro-Iranian Hezbollah reported ongoing clashes in a border town in southern Lebanon with Israeli forces, despite the ceasefire.
