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Beijing has called on the parties involved in the conflict surrounding Iran to ensure the safe passage of ships through the Strait of Hormuz. This is China's clearest public statement to date on maintaining trade through this strategic energy route.
The United Arab Emirates and Qatar are privately appealing to their partners to persuade US President Donald Trump to limit the duration of military operations against Iran. The countries are seeking a diplomatic resolution to the conflict in order to avoid regional escalation and prolonged shock to energy markets.
France is ready to join in defending the Persian Gulf states and Jordan in the event of further attacks by Iran. This was stated by French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot.
The US military has reported its first casualties during the operation against Iran. Three servicemen were killed and five more were seriously wounded.
Oil prices jumped 13% after shipping in the Strait of Hormuz was disrupted amid mutual attacks between Iran, Israel and the United States.
The British government reported missile launches from Iran and stepped up defence measures in the region.
Russian attacks over the past 24 hours have targeted the Zaporizhzhia, Kherson, Donetsk and Dnipropetrovsk regions, with civilians among the victims.
The exhibition was timed to coincide with the fourth anniversary of the start of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
Iranian media report dozens of child casualties following an attack on an educational institution in Hormozgan Province.
Three guided bombs destroyed residential buildings and caused a fire.
The Israel Defence Forces reported the launch of missiles from Iranian territory and the operation of air defence systems.
A fire broke out as a result of a night-time drone attack on a railway station.
