Satellite images show renewed activity at Iranian site struck by Israel
A report by the Washington-based Institute for Science and International Security, citing recent satellite imagery, points to renewed activity at the Minzadehi site northeast of Tehran, months after it was hit in an Israeli attack. Russian outlet RT described the site as heavily fortified and reported that the Israeli military said in March 2026 it is used for nuclear warhead research and development.
Why it matters The report revives debate over the state of Iran's nuclear program after the Israeli strikes and whether targeted sites have resumed work. Any fresh escalation over this file would bear directly on Gulf security and regional stability.
Saudi forces intercept Houthi missile aimed at Khamis Mushait as group claims strikes
Saudi Arabia's Defense Ministry said on Tuesday that it intercepted and destroyed a ballistic missile launched by the Houthis toward Khamis Mushait in the kingdom's southwest. The Houthi group said it carried out three military operations inside Saudi Arabia, claiming to have targeted King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, an Aramco refinery in Rabigh, Abha International Airport and the Khamis Mushait military base. The group also said it was tightening its hold on its gains; the available reports include no independent confirmation of its claims about the other targets.
Vance says Iran must sharply cut enrichment to end war
US Vice President JD Vance said Iran must substantially reduce its uranium enrichment capacity. He added that Washington wants to see concrete steps from Tehran before any agreement to end the war, which has lasted more than seven months between the two countries.
