U.S. President Donald Trump warned that the war with Iran might end only if its military and leadership are wiped out. Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One, Trump said, "At some point, I don't think there will be anybody left maybe to say, 'We surrender.'" He showed no interest in negotiating an end to the conflict, which has disrupted oil markets, business, and global travel.

Israel Conducts Fresh Strikes on Iran

Shortly after Trump’s comments, Israel launched airstrikes across Iran. The military said the attacks targeted missile sites, command centers, and fuel storage depots, hitting critical infrastructure. Israel also warned that it would pursue any successor to Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed early in the conflict.

Iran Moves to Name New Supreme Leader

Iran’s clerical Assembly of Experts could meet as soon as Sunday to select Khamenei’s successor. Ayatollah Mohammadmehdi Mirbaqeri told Iranian media that a majority consensus has mostly been reached. Iran’s president, Masoud Pezeshkian, dismissed Trump’s demand for unconditional surrender as "a dream" but said Iran’s temporary leadership council agreed to suspend attacks on neighboring countries unless strikes on Iran came from their territories.

Iranian Strikes Hit Gulf Countries

Iranian drone attacks hit Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, the UAE, and Bahrain, with a fire engulfing a government office in Kuwait. The U.S. embassy in Oslo, Norway, also suffered minor damage from an explosion. Saudi Arabia warned Tehran that continued attacks on its energy sector could provoke retaliation. Pezeshkian’s apology aimed to ease tensions, but hardliners criticized the statement, and Iran reaffirmed its military would respond to attacks from U.S. bases.

Rising Casualties Across the Region

The U.S.-Israeli strikes have killed at least 1,332 Iranian civilians and injured thousands, according to Iran’s U.N. ambassador, Amir Saeid Iravani. Iranian attacks have killed 10 people in Israel and struck U.S. bases in Kuwait, where at least six American service members died. U.S. officials told Reuters that a recent strike on an Iranian girls’ school, which killed many children, was likely caused by U.S. forces, though Trump blamed Iran without providing evidence.

Israel Warns Lebanon Over Hezbollah

Israel launched new attacks in Lebanon after Hezbollah fired across the border. Israeli authorities warned Lebanon of a "very heavy price" if Hezbollah was not restrained. Lebanon’s death toll from the strikes has risen to around 300.

Economic Impact: Oil and Global Markets

Iran’s strategy of maximum disruption has raised energy prices and disrupted trade and travel. Kuwait’s national oil company cut output, following reductions from Iraq and Qatar. The Strait of Hormuz, a key oil route, has been effectively shut, pushing global oil prices to multi-year highs.

U.S. Plans for Iran’s Nuclear Sites

Trump and Israeli officials have discussed sending special forces into Iran to secure its highly enriched uranium. Asked about ground troops, Trump said it was possible "later on." Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth stated that investigations continue into recent strikes and their targets.