Trackers
Developing situations in the region, each followed through a few signals: a state for each, set by the stories on their own, with a sentence on what they report.
Saudi Arabia
Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia
5 of 5 happening
- Missiles reach Saudi citiesHappening
Coalition reports intercepting Houthi missiles and drones aimed at Riyadh, Makkah region and Eastern Province.
- Deaths on Saudi soilHappening
Health Ministry clarifies a Dammam airport attack death; Houthis say a Saudi strike killed 12 in Riyadh.
- Airports or oil sites hitHappening
Ansar Allah says oil pumping stations and Riyadh airport were attacked; Riyadh airport resumes flights.
- Foreign militaries join the defenceHappening
UK Ministry of Defence says Typhoon jets will be sent to Saudi Arabia against Houthi attacks.
- Flights haltedHappening
Air India, IndiGo and Air France extend Riyadh, Dammam, Jeddah suspensions; India-bound Riyadh services resume.
Palestine
Gaza: the ceasefire
1 of 4 happening
- Deadly strikes inside GazaHappening
Reports describe Israeli airstrikes, bombardment and artillery fire in Gaza killing people and injuring others, including in Rafah.
- Evacuation ordersEarly signs
Israel is reported to have demolished two houses after evacuation orders, displacing dozens of families in Gaza.
- Aid cut or blockedEarly signs
Egypt's committee says Cairo foiled a starvation plan via flour convoys; Hamas seeks an Arab League meeting.
- Strikes more frequentEarly signs
Iran, United Arab Emirates, Oman
Strait of Hormuz shipping
3 of 3 happening
- Ships hitHappening
Reports describe fires, explosions and attacks on tankers and ships in the Strait of Hormuz, with Iran claiming some attacks.
- Naval minesHappening
Reports cover tankers hitting sea mines east of Hormuz, and CENTCOM saying main routes are free of mines.
- Navies move inHappening
Reports cover Iranian navy statements on closing Hormuz to vessels, and Iran warning of Israeli military action in the Gulf.
States follow the stories on their own, and every signal points the same way.