New Delhi: The conflict involving Iran, Israel and the United States entered its 32nd day with tensions intensifying across West Asia. Fresh attacks launched by Iran reportedly targeted locations linked to Israel as well as regional states including Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar and Bahrain, signalling a widening scope of the confrontation.
Military, diplomatic and economic pressures have continued to shape developments in the conflict, with no immediate signs of a breakthrough. Over the past 24 hours, the situation has remained volatile as governments and global markets reacted to the escalating hostilities.
Former US President Donald Trump is expected to address the nation regarding the situation in Iran. The announcement comes shortly after he suggested that the conflict could conclude within two to three weeks. Speaking earlier, Trump indicated that the United States may soon scale down its military operations in Iran, saying the country could withdraw from the campaign in the near future.
He also commented on disruptions to global oil supply routes, stating that Washington would not intervene in the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. The narrow waterway is a crucial corridor for global energy shipments, carrying a large share of the world’s oil and gas exports. Any disruption in the region has immediate consequences for international energy markets.
The conflict has already begun to affect fuel prices worldwide. In the United States, the average cost of gasoline has climbed to around four dollars per gallon, reaching its highest level since 2022. While there are expectations that prices may fall if military operations wind down, analysts suggest that energy markets may remain volatile for some time.
Beyond the battlefield, the tensions have also expanded into the technology sector. Iranian authorities have warned that American technology firms could face retaliation if further Iranian leaders are targeted. Reports indicate that companies such as Apple, Microsoft, Google, Meta, IBM, HP, Intel and Tesla were among several firms named in warnings issued by Iranian sources.
As the conflict continues, the situation remains highly unpredictable, with regional security, global energy markets and international diplomacy all closely tied to the unfolding developments.
