The day began with reports that Saudi Arabia had blocked Trump's Hormuz operation, forcing a pause. By mid-morning, Iran was expected to respond to the US proposal, with some sources seeing a breakthrough. Hezbollah drone attacks continued wounding Israeli soldiers. In the afternoon, the elimination of Hezbollah's Radwan commander in Beirut dominated coverage, with northern Israel canceling events amid fears of retaliation. By evening, explosions were reported near the Strait of Hormuz; Iran initially blamed the UAE. Late in the day, a US official confirmed American strikes on Iranian targets in Bandar Abbas and Qeshm Island, stating it was not a resumption of war. The strikes overshadowed all other stories, including domestic political developments and the ongoing Iran nuclear talks.