The seventh day of the war has been marked by new waves of airstrikes, missile attacks and intense international concern over energy security. The US president escalated his rhetoric by calling for “unconditional surrender” from , as oil prices soared on fears of a severe global supply disruption.
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Read in today’s tovima.gr everything that happened and was said around this dangerous war
Military operations expanded across the region, with heavy bombing in Iran and Lebanon, while Israel came under renewed missile and drone attacks. The death toll is rising daily, with more than 1,400 dead across the Middle East.
Trump’s tough message: “Only unconditional surrender”
The American president said that any prospect of an agreement with Tehran passes only through “unconditional surrender” of the Iranian leadership.
In a post on social media, he hinted that the war will continue until this goal is achieved, while he reiterated that he wants to have a say in the formation of the next political leadership in Iran.
White House spokeswoman Carolyn Leavitt argued that “unconditional surrender” could occur even without formal acceptance from the Iranian side, if military pressure leads to the collapse of power structures.
Heavy bombing in Iran and Lebanon
At the same time, Israeli fighters launched new waves of raids on targets in Tehran and in the southern suburbs of Beirut. Attacks also occurred in southern and eastern Lebanese cities.
According to Iranian media, rockets hit two schools in the city of Parad, southwest of the capital.
Iran Media shared CCTV footage of the US-Israel missile attack near a boys’ school in Qazvin.
— MR (@MRA10cya)
For its part, Iran launched a new wave of retaliation with missiles and drones against Tel Aviv and Gulf countries that host US military bases, including the United Arab Emirates, Qatar and Bahrain.
Heavy toll of casualties
Casualties mount as the fighting continues. According to official data:
- At least 1,230 people have been killed in Iran by US and Israeli strikes.
- More than 200 dead have been recorded in Lebanon.
- About a dozen people have been killed in Israel by Iranian attacks.
- Six US soldiers have lost their lives in operations in the area.
At the same time, the US military announced that it had hit an Iranian ship transporting drones, which was engulfed in flames after the attack, according to a video released by the US Central Command.
U.S. forces aren’t holding back on the mission to sink the entire Iranian Navy. Today, an Iranian drone carrier, roughly the size of a WWII aircraft carrier, was struck and is now on fire.
— U.S. Central Command (@CENTCOM)
A new energy crisis is just around the corner
The war causes strong shocks in the international energy markets. , with Brent above $92 a barrel — the highest level since 2023.
US West Texas Intermediate crude temporarily topped $90, rising more than 11%.
Analysts attribute the rise to the disruption of production and exports of hydrocarbons from the Persian Gulf, but also to increased risk to the region’s energy infrastructure.
Attacks on oil installations
Of particular concern is the situation in the Strait of Hormuz, through which about 20% of the world’s oil trade passes. The partial interruption of navigation creates .
At the same time, the authorities of the autonomous Kurdistan region in Iraq announced that production has been suspended at an oil field operated by the American company HKN Energy, following an attack on energy facilities.
Analysts at ING estimate that each day of disruption in oil flows leads markets to revise their estimates of global supply, raising the possibility of further price rises.
The US is considering potential leaders for Iran
Speaking to reporters, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said Washington is considering potential candidates for Iran’s leadership, a day after President Trump said the US should participate in choosing Iran’s next leader.
“I know there are a number of people that our intelligence agencies and the United States government are looking at, but I won’t go into details,” he added.
Greek citizens repatriated from Oman
The repatriation flight of approximately 90 Greek citizens (including an infant) from Oman to Athens arrived in the afternoon on “Eleftherios Venizelos”. The flight took place with a SKY express aircraft, in collaboration with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Although SKY express does not operate regular flights to destinations in the Middle East beyond Tel Aviv, it immediately responded to the relevant request, contributing to the repatriation of Greek citizens.
The flight took place from Muscat International Airport in Oman to Athens “Eleftherios Venizelos” International Airport, with the company’s Airbus A320neo aircraft and a flight duration of approximately 6 hours.
“The initiative was implemented on behalf of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, as part of the actions for the safe return of Greek citizens to Greece. SKY express responded immediately, confirming once again its readiness and operational capability to support critical missions, when this is required,” the company said in a related statement.
Saudi Arabia in direct talks with Iran to end war
According to Bloomberg, Saudi officials have recently used a diplomatic backdrop to reach out to Tehran with greater urgency to try to de-escalate tensions and prevent the conflict from escalating.
Arrests in London for spying for Iran
Alongside the military operations, European authorities are stepping up security measures. London police have announced the arrest of four men on suspicion of providing aid to Iran through espionage activities.
According to the Metropolitan Police, an Iranian national and three British-Iranian dual nationals are among those arrested, while inquiries are continuing with a focus on Jewish community monitoring activities.
The conflict, which is already affecting global markets and security in the Middle East, is entering a phase of increased uncertainty, with the risk of further geopolitical expansion remaining high.
