Iran has officially closed the Strait of Hormuz, according to Iranian media reports, with the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps announcing that all vessels transiting the strategic waterway are now prohibited.

Iran’s Fars News, reports that at least 70 people, including around 60 children, were killed after US–Israeli strikes hit a girls’ elementary school in Minab during school hours.

Circulating video is said to show Iranian suicide drones continuing to attack the US Fifth Fleet headquarters in the Juffair area of Bahrain.

The UAE President and the Saudi Crown Prince held their first phone call since the onset of the crisis between the two countries. They discussed regional developments and described the Iranian attacks on the UAE and the wider region as blatant.

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Footage shows part of the reported Iranian strike that hit a residential building in Bahrain tonight.

The top Democrat on the US House Armed Services Committee says he does not believe President Trump has clearly stated that this is a full scale war aimed at regime change in Iran, “but it certainly appears that way.”

Circulating video is said to show an explosion in Dubai caused by an Iranian suicide drone.

Circulating video is said to show the moment of an explosion caused by a missile impact in Dubai.

Qatar announces it has successfully intercepted a third wave of Iranian missiles.

Breaking | The UAE’s state news agency reports that one person has been killed after missile debris fell on a residential area in Abu Dhabi.

The United Arab Emirates says it has intercepted an Iranian missile.

Reports indicate that Jurf Al-Sakhar in Iraq has been hit by airstrikes, resulting in Iraqi casualties.

Qatar Airways announces the suspension of its flights to and from Doha following the closure of Qatari airspace.

Iranian authorities are urging residents to leave Tehran.

According to Saudi state-owned Al Ekhbariya channel, Iran says it has targeted four military bases in Bahrain, Qatar, Kuwait, and Abu Dhabi.

Iranian forces have reportedly launched ballistic missiles targeting U.S. military facilities in the Gulf, including a logistics center linked to the U.S. Navy in the Kingdom of Bahrain.

Reports indicate a service facility linked to the US Fifth Fleet in Bahrain has been targeted.

Iran’s Foreign Ministry says the United States and Israel have attacked a number of military and defense targets, as well as civilian infrastructure in several cities across the country.

Fox News reports that the initial strikes targeted Iran’s Parliament building, the Supreme National Security Council, the Ministry of Intelligence, and the Iranian Atomic Energy Organization, accompanied by a cyberattack.

Doha( QNA): Qatar’s Ministry of Interior has urged the public to stay away from the vicinity of military sites and remain indoors, whether at home or elsewhere, and to avoid movement except in cases of extreme necessity to prevent exposure to potential risks.

Several European airlines announce the suspensies of flights to Dubai.

Breaking | The Israeli military announces the start of a wide-scale bombing operation inside Iran.

Reports of explosions being heard in Kuwait.

Breaking: Explosions are being heard in Manama, the capital of Bahrain, according to initial reports.

Sirens are sounding in Bahrain.

Qatar’s Ministry of Defense announces it has intercepted an Iranian missile.

Circulating footage shows the aftermath of reported strikes on the city of Tabriz in northwestern Iran.

Circulating footage reportedly shows scenes from the Israeli-US strikes on Tehran and other Iranian cities.

Breaking | Iran’s Tasnim News Agency reports that air defense forces in Tehran are continuing to engage hostile targets in central parts of the city and other areas of the capital.

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Breaking | The Israeli military says an additional barrage of missiles has been launched toward Israel, with air defense systems detecting the threats and working to intercept them.

Breaking | Iran’s state news agency IRNA reports explosions heard in western and southern areas of the city of Ilam in western Iran.

Breaking | Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu urges Israelis to follow Home Front Command instructions and remain patient and steadfast amid the escalating situation.

The US Embassy in Israel has implemented shelter in place procedures for all personnel and is advising all American citizens to do the same until further notice.

Circulating image reportedly shows smoke rising on the horizon of Tabriz, in northwestern Iran.

Iranian state broadcaster reports that Iran’s armed forces are preparing to respond to Israel.

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According to The New York Times, Iran’s state TV says Iranian armed forces are preparing to retaliate against Israel following the attack on Iranian territory. Meanwhile, sirens are now sounding in Haifa.

According to CNN, the planned US attack on Iran is expected to last several days, citing two sources familiar with the matter.

Breaking: Israel’s Home Front Command says it has detected signals indicating missile launches from Iran.

According to CBS News, the current US military campaign could last around 10 days, citing a source familiar with the matter.

Israel has launched military strikes against Iran, with explosions reported in Tehran and other areas. The US is said to be involved in the operation. Israel has declared a state of emergency as tensions escalate rapidly across the region.

Israeli newspaper Haaretz: Israeli tech companies have developed surveillance tools capable of hacking into vehicle systems, including microphones and cameras, turning connected cars into potential intelligence collection platforms.

A reporter asked Donald Trump whether he would intervene in the dispute between Saudi Arabia and the UAE. Trump replied he could resolve it very easily, acknowledging a rift but describing it as an easy one, adding that he has settled many conflicts between countries.