Iran: Strikes Severely Damage Pasteur Institute in Tehran
“The attack on the Pasteur Institute of Iran, a century-old pillar of global health and a member of the International Pasteur Network, constitutes a direct attack on international health security,” said Health Ministry spokesperson Hossein Kermanpour in a message posted on X. He released images of the site showing the building severely damaged, with some parts reduced to rubble.
US Embassy in Baghdad Warns of Attacks in Next 48 Hours
<p"Iranian terrorist militias allied with Iran could carry out attacks in central Baghdad in the next 24 to 48 hours," stated the US Embassy in Baghdad, urging Americans in Iraq to leave the country immediately.
Beijing Calls for “Immediate” End to Hostilities After Trump’s Remarks
Beijing reiterated its call for an immediate halt to hostilities in the Middle East, asserting there is no military solution to the conflict, following President Trump’s promise to continue striking Iran for several more days.
“Fundamentally, the problem cannot be solved by military means, and an escalation of hostilities is not in the interest of any party,” said Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning.
<p"We once again urge the parties concerned to immediately cease military operations and promptly engage in peace talks," she stated during a regular press briefing in Beijing.
35 Countries to Discuss Reopening of Strait of Hormuz
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced talks with dozens of countries to discuss the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, as the US-Israeli war against Iran has effectively closed this vital Gulf maritime route. He mentioned that UK Foreign Minister Yvette Cooper would host a virtual meeting of 35 countries to assess measures to reopen the strait “once the fighting is over.”
Iran Vows “Crushing” Strikes Against US and Israel After Trump’s Threats
The Iranian military pledged “crushing” attacks against the US and Israel after President Trump threatened to bring Iran back to the “stone age” with massive bombings in the coming weeks.
<p"With the confidence in Almighty God, this war will continue until your humiliation, your dishonor, your final regrets, and your surrender," stated Army operational commander Khatam al-Anbiya in a statement broadcasted by state television. "Expect even more crushing, wider, and more destructive actions."
