A high-stakes call between Benjamin Netanyahu and Donald Trump has added a fresh layer of urgency to an already volatile West Asia crisis. As Israel intensifies its military campaign across Iran and Lebanon, Netanyahu appears determined to consolidate battlefield gains, even as Washington signals a possible diplomatic opening with Tehran. Trump, meanwhile, has hinted at a narrow but critical window for a deal, one that could redefine the trajectory of the conflict. At the core of the standoff lies a familiar red line: Trump’s insistence on zero nuclear weapons capability for Iran, alongside strict limits on its missile program. Israel, on the other hand, continues to push for strategic guarantees while maintaining pressure through sustained military action. WATCH

Azerbaijan is preparing possible retaliatory measures after accusing Iran of sending drones across its border into the Nakhchivan exclave. Azerbaijani authorities say four drones entered their airspace, injuring civilians and damaging infrastructure, including the terminal building at Nakhchivan International Airport.