"Blasts and sirens rang out across Israel, Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia on Friday as air defense systems tried to stave off Iranian drones and missiles. At least two refineries were set on fire by drone attacks or falling debris."
"Trump posted late Thursday on social media, 'Our military hasn't even started destroying what's left in Iran. Bridges next, then Electric Power Plants!' He emphasized the urgency for the new regime leadership to act quickly."
"The blockade has sent up prices of oil, gas and fertilizer. The Brent crude oil price went up by 7.8 percent on Friday, standing at US$109.03 per barrel, a surge of about 50 percent since the war in the Middle East began."
"Iran's Revolutionary Guard threatened to hit major bridges in the Gulf region in retaliation, indicating a potential escalation in the conflict following the destruction of one of Iran's largest bridges."
Air defense systems across Israel, Kuwait, the UAE, and Saudi Arabia engaged Iranian drones and missiles, resulting in fires at two refineries. President Trump reiterated threats against Iran, stating military actions would escalate. Iranian officials reported the destruction of a major bridge linking Tehran to Karaj. The conflict has disrupted the Strait of Hormuz, causing a significant rise in oil prices. The Brent crude oil price surged by 7.8 percent, reflecting a 50 percent increase since the war began. Iran's Revolutionary Guard threatened further retaliation against Gulf infrastructure.
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