Iran issues an ultimatum to the United States to accept the conditions of the peace plan
The cost of the war with Iran is approaching $29 billion, about $4 billion more than estimated two weeks ago, the Pentagon indicated.
TL;DR
- Iran has issued an ultimatum to the US, demanding acceptance of its 14-point peace plan.
- The EU is considering extending its naval mission Operation Aspides to the Strait of Hormuz.
- The Pentagon estimates the cost of the war with Iran has reached $29 billion, with a subsequent rise in oil prices and inflation.
- An Israeli attack in Nabatiye, southern Lebanon, killed two rescuers.
- Israel reportedly sent anti-aircraft systems to the United Arab Emirates during the war.
- Iran's Revolutionary Guard conducted military drills in Tehran amid threats of renewed hostilities.
- Qatar's Prime Minister stated that Iran cannot use the Strait of Hormuz as a weapon for blackmail.
- Kuwaiti authorities arrested four individuals allegedly belonging to Iran's Revolutionary Guard attempting to infiltrate the country.
- Lebanon reported 380 deaths from Israeli attacks since a fragile ceasefire on April 17.
- Hezbollah's chief vowed to turn the battle into 'hell for Israel'.