Day 67 | US and Iranian militaries trade shots as Strait of Hormuz tensions escalate

Tensions escalated as US and Iranian military forces exchanged fire in the Strait of Hormuz, raising fears of a wider regional conflict. US President Trump issued a stern warning to Iran, and global markets reacted with concern, leading to a surge in oil prices. The conflict is also intensifying in Lebanon, with Hezbollah and Israeli forces exchanging fire, increasing the risk of further expansion.