Strait of Hormuz: Trump Threatens Takeover| Iran Strikes German Base| NATO under Attack

Tensions across the Middle East are intensifying with major geopolitical consequences. US President Donald Trump has issued a strong wa ing to Iran, threatening to take control of the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz if Tehran escalates attacks on American or Israeli targets. The wa ing briefly shook global oil markets, as nearly 20% of the world’s oil supply flows through the narrow waterway. Meanwhile, Iran has expanded the conflict beyond Israel and the Gulf. Iranian ballistic missiles struck the Al-Azraq military airbase in Jordan, a facility hosting German and US personnel. Although no casualties were reported, the strike raises serious conce s about the widening scope of the confrontation. At the same time, Iran is undergoing a dramatic inte al transition. Following the death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the Assembly of Experts has named his son Mojtaba Khamenei as the new Supreme Leader. The move could reshape Iran’s domestic politics and its approach to regional conflict. China has already signalled diplomatic backing for the new leadership, while Israel and the United States continue to watch developments closely. As military tensions rise and leadership changes unfold, the battle over Iran’s future and the balance of power in the Middle East is entering a critical phase. Watch the full report with Pankaj Mishra on World News.