Israel launched what media called its "heaviest airstrikes" on Gaza since the ceasefire began, with death toll estimates ranging from 220 to over 400 according to Palestinian sources. Hamas declared Israel had unilaterally violated the ceasefire, while Islamic Jihad confirmed its spokesperson Abu Hamza was killed in the strikes.
Iran officially warned the UN Security Council of "severe consequences" for any US aggression, responding to Trump's recent ultimatum holding Iran responsible for Houthi attacks.
By evening, Trump and Putin held a 90-minute call where they notably agreed "Iran should not be in a position to destroy Israel," signaling potential alignment on containing Iran despite their differences on Ukraine.
Meanwhile, the Iranian economy showed severe strain as the dollar reached 100,000 tomans, while Chaharshanbe Suri celebrations resulted in 15 deaths and 2,466 injuries nationwide. Parliament Speaker Qalibaf announced the hijab law had been suspended.