Iran War Live Updates: Iranian Strike on Saudi Base Injures 12 U.S. Troops, Officials Say

Key Points:

• The Houthis launched missile and drone attacks on Israel, significantly damaging at least two American KC-135 refueling planes, with no reported casualties; they vowed to continue attacks until what they call "aggression" ends, aligning with Iran and Hezbollah.
• The conflict has escalated across the Middle East, with U.S.-Israeli strikes targeting Iranian industrial and nuclear sites, Iranian missile attacks on Israel, and drone strikes on Kuwait and Oman; several Gulf countries are intercepting incoming drones and missiles.
• The war has severely impacted global markets, especially energy and shipping, due to Iran's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and Houthi disruptions in the Red Sea, causing increased shipping costs and threats to food security from fertilizer supply issues.
• Casualties from the conflict have been heavy, with over 1,492 civilians killed in Iran, more than 1,110 in Lebanon, at least 16 in Israel, and 13 American service members dead; U.S. troops have also suffered numerous injuries, including traumatic brain injuries.
• President Trump has issued ultimatums to Iran regarding the Strait of Hormuz and has conducted intensified strikes on Iranian civilian and dual-use infrastructure, while peace talks remain uncertain; meanwhile, private figures like Elon Musk have been unexpectedly involved in high-level discussions between U.S. and Indian leaders about the crisis.