With the Gulf region witnessing a surge in missile and drone strikes aimed at Kuwait, diplomatic efforts between Iran and the U.S. hit roadblocks. Israel's ongoing military operations in Lebanon add to the chaos, severely impacting shipping channels and obstructing the flow of humanitarian assistance.

Oil prices, which have risen sharply since the start of the war, gained more than 3% on Monday after the strikes.

Tensions flare as the US strikes Iran following an Iranian drone shootdown. Iran retaliates with missile fire towards Kuwait, targeting US forces. These exchanges test a fragile…

Iran struck a US air base following American strikes on its military sites. Kuwait also reported missile and drone attacks. These actions have heightened regional tensions and…