US-Israeli air campaign widens, gas prices surge

The US-Israeli air campaign against Iran has widened, with Israel striking Lebanon after Hezbollah launched missiles and drones in support of Tehran. President Donald Trump warned a “big wave” of further attacks was imminent, as fighting disrupted Gulf shipping and air travel. In a major escalation, Kuwait mistakenly shot down three US F-15E jets during an Iranian assault, though all crew survived. Israel has targeted Hezbollah positions in Beirut, while Iran continues missile and drone strikes on Gulf states. Oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz have also been severely disrupted. European gas prices surged by up to 45% after […]