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War & conflict

Military developments, their reported scope and the consequences for civilians, transport and essential services.

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Ordered by reported development. Each article describes what was known at the time shown.

US-Iran confrontation escalates around the Strait of Hormuz

New reports indicate covert U.S. naval mine-clearing activity in the Strait of Hormuz, further Iranian missile attacks on U.S. warships and additional reported losses among U.S. military aircraft. The reports indicate widening direct military action and disruption risk around a critical oil route.

Netanyahu vows to defeat Iran

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed to defeat Iran in remarks from Mount Hermon. The supplied information does not specify a new military action.

Clashes reported near the Thailand-Myanmar border

Fighting has reportedly erupted near the Thai border between Karen rebels and Myanmar's military junta. The supplied information gives no casualty or displacement figures.

Militant violence expands in Pakistan’s Balochistan

Violence is reported to be spreading into Balochistan’s Pashtun belt as Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan and Baloch militants expand attacks. The development indicates a widening militant-security challenge within Pakistan.

Taiwan weighs rapid expansion of drone capabilities

Taiwan is assessing whether it can build sufficient drone capacity before it may need it in a conflict. The issue concerns military preparedness and potential cross-strait escalation.

White House warnings indicate the Iran war could last years

Internal White House warnings reportedly caution that the Iran war could continue for years. Donald Trump has also said oil prices may not fall until after the US midterm elections, without announcing a ceasefire or de-escalation.

Violence is rising in the West Bank

The supplied report examines developments in the West Bank and why violence is increasing. No specific new attack or casualty figure is provided.