US-Iran Economic Escalation: Trump renewed threats of “economic D-Day” against Iran and any country aiding Tehran, with oil prices jumping as Iran calls it a diversion and warns of backfire. West Bank Settlement Push: Israel advanced an E1 housing tender that critics say could bury the two-state solution, while settlers moved back into Kadim after a long closure. Palestinian Civilian Harm: In Gaza, attacks on police sites reportedly killed around 10; in the West Bank, a Palestinian nurse was shot and an ambulance pelted with stones by settlers, and rights groups warn of rising violence against journalists and forced displacement. Israel’s Death Penalty Drive: Israel’s far-right minister posted plans for gallows with viewing booths for Palestinian executions, while the Palestinian Prisoners’ Society urged international action to stop executions. UK vs Israel Over E1: UK Foreign Secretary Miliband condemned Israel’s E1 settlement bid as destructive to the two-state solution, drawing a sharp response from Israel. Turkey-Syria Tensions: Turkey denied any military presence at an Israeli-struck air base in north Syria, as Israel and Syria trade accusations over Abu al-Zuhur. Afghanistan UN Staff Released: Taliban authorities released two UN staff detained in Herat, with reasons still unclear. Türkiye Maritime Tech Showcase: TEKNOFEST Blue Homeland opened in Türkiye, spotlighting naval modernization and youth tech competitions.