On Qeshm Island in the Strait of Hormuz, Iranian provincial authorities reported that loud sounds heard were due to air defenses engaging drones. No explosions or damage were reported.
Hossein Alizadeh, an analyst of international affairs, suggested that the UAE may have advised former US President Donald Trump to temporarily halt the Freedom project in the Strait of Hormuz.
The White House announced that the United States will not deploy mid-range cruise missiles in Germany and may withdraw 5,000 military personnel from bases in Bavaria, amid tensions over the Iran war between the United States and Germany.
The Italian government has expressed solidarity with the United Arab Emirates against attacks on the country, stating that these attacks must be stopped immediately. The government also emphasized that freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz is a fundamental principle of international law and crucial for the global economy.
Iranian activist Goldie Ghamari emphasizes that Iran should not be conflated with the Islamic Republic regime, which she says has controlled the country for 47 years. Ghamari expresses gratitude to U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio for recognizing this distinction.
Iranian provincial authorities say loud sounds heard on Qeshm Island in the Strait of Hormuz were caused by air defenses "confronting" drones. No explosions or damage reported.
