Iran and Israel have taken steps to ease tensions despite recent escalations. The United States approved new military aid for Israel amidst criticisms of its actions in Gaza.

Iran played down Israel's reported retaliation for a drone and missile attack, reducing fears of a broader conflict. An explosion at an Iraqi military base highlighted ongoing tensions, alongside Israeli strikes in Gaza and clashes in the West Bank.

The US House of Representatives approved $13 billion in military aid for Israel, focusing on defense systems like the Iron Dome. Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu praised the support, citing bipartisan backing and Western defense.

However, Palestinian leaders criticized the aid as an aggression against their people, foreseeing increased casualties.

Regarding Iran's actions, after launching missiles and drones at Israel, tensions rose. Israel warned of retaliation following an airstrike on the Iranian consulate in Damascus, linked to Israel.

Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian downplayed the reported Israeli retaliation in Isfahan, describing it as insignificant drone activity.

Meanwhile, violence involving Iran-backed groups intensified across the Middle East. An explosion at an Iraqi military base caused casualties, with no immediate claim of responsibility.

In Lebanon, three Hezbollah fighters died in an Israeli strike. The Gaza conflict continued with daily cross-border exchanges, while the West Bank faced heightened violence.

A 40-hour Israeli raid in a northern West Bank refugee camp resulted in casualties and clashes, highlighting the broader regional tensions.

The situation underscores complex dynamics in the Middle East, with multiple actors, ongoing conflicts, and the involvement of global powers like the US.

Iran and Israel have taken steps to ease tensions despite recent escalations. The United States approved new military aid for Israel amidst criticisms of its actions in Gaza.

Iran played down Israel's reported retaliation for a drone and missile attack, reducing fears of a broader conflict. An explosion at an Iraqi military base highlighted ongoing tensions, alongside Israeli strikes in Gaza and clashes in the West Bank.

The US House of Representatives approved $13 billion in military aid for Israel, focusing on defense systems like the Iron Dome. Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu praised the support, citing bipartisan backing and Western defense.

However, Palestinian leaders criticized the aid as an aggression against their people, foreseeing increased casualties.

Regarding Iran's actions, after launching missiles and drones at Israel, tensions rose. Israel warned of retaliation following an airstrike on the Iranian consulate in Damascus, linked to Israel.

Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian downplayed the reported Israeli retaliation in Isfahan, describing it as insignificant drone activity.

Meanwhile, violence involving Iran-backed groups intensified across the Middle East. An explosion at an Iraqi military base caused casualties, with no immediate claim of responsibility.

In Lebanon, three Hezbollah fighters died in an Israeli strike. The Gaza conflict continued with daily cross-border exchanges, while the West Bank faced heightened violence.

A 40-hour Israeli raid in a northern West Bank refugee camp resulted in casualties and clashes, highlighting the broader regional tensions.

The situation underscores complex dynamics in the Middle East, with multiple actors, ongoing conflicts, and the involvement of global powers like the US.