Iran-backed Houthi rebels have launched missile strikes targeting Israel, opening a new front in the conflict and raising the stakes across the region. At the same time, the United States has deployed nearly 2,500 Marines, signaling a significant military buildup as tensions spiral. In a major development, an Israeli strike has hit the Al Araby TV office in Tehran, forcing the network off-air. Visuals emerging from the site show shattered glass, debris scattered across the streets, and clear signs of blast damage, highlighting how media infrastructure is now caught in the crossfire. The situation is rapidly expanding beyond isolated flashpoints. The Strait of Hormuz remains under intense scrutiny, with fears that any disruption could choke global oil supply routes and trigger a fresh wave of price shocks. WATCH

An Iranian missile landed near Israel’s largest power station in Hadera, with smoke seen rising close to the Orot Rabin facility. Authorities said the impact occurred in an open area and confirmed no damage to the power infrastructure. At the same time, multiple Iranian missile waves triggered air raid sirens across Tel Aviv and central Israel, forcing residents into shelters. Interceptions were carried out by Israeli air defences, with debris reported across several locations. The near miss at a critical energy hub has raised concerns over infrastructure becoming a target amid escalating tensions.