The conflict in the Middle East showed no signs of easing as it entered its third week, with tensions escalating across multiple fronts. Iran announced fresh attacks on US bases in Saudi Arabia and vowed retaliation after strikes on its Kharg Island oil export hub.

The United States Embassy in Riyadh has issued a security alert urging American citizens in Saudi Arabia to consider leaving the country as tensions in the Middle East continue to escalate, warning of ongoing missile and drone threats.

Saudi Arabia and Iran are both accelerating oil exports, adding barrels to global markets at a time when the US is deploying military assets in the Middle East, creating uncertainty about future supply.

CBSE Exams Cancelled: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), has cancelled the Class 12 board examinations for students studying in its affiliated schools across seven Middle East countries,

Iran continues to launch missile and drone strikes across several Middle East countries as Trump warns over the Strait of Hormuz oil threats and orders an investigation into an alleged California drone plot.

Saudi Arabia’s East-West pipeline and the UAE's Abu Dhabi Crude Oil Pipeline are thought to be able to help partially offset the Strait of Hormuz blockage.

Lindsey Graham spoke of sending sons and daughters to the Middle East while launching into a tirade against Saudi Arabia for not joining the US to fight.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif landed in Saudi Arabia on Thursday for detailed deliberations on the situation in the Middle East with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. A statement on X by state broadcaster PTV News said the premier would stay in Saudi Arabia for a few hours and return after the meeting.