Here are the latest developments in the U.S.–Israel–Iran war on Friday at 9:30 AM ET, as the conflict enters its fourteenth day.

US Says Iran Still Poses Commercial Shipping Threat

General Dan Caine said Iran remains capable of threatening commercial shipping and US-allied forces, while US operations continue targeting Iran's mine-laying. He described the Strait of Hormuz as a complex tactical environment and noted that most personnel who sought medical treatment have returned to duty.

US CENTCOM Appoints General To Probe School Attack

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth said US Central Command has appointed an external general officer to lead a full investigation into the attack on an Iranian girls' school that killed over 170 people, noting the probe will take as long as needed to address all aspects of the incident.

Saudi Arabia Downs Nearly 50 Drones

Saudi Ministry of Defense said its air defenses intercepted 10 additional drones heading toward the kingdom's Eastern and Central provinces, bringing the total to nearly 50 drones shot down within a few hours—an unusually large aerial threat, reported Fox News.

Macron Condemns Iraq Drone Attack Killing French Soldier

Emmanuel Macron called the drone attack that killed a French soldier in Iraq "unacceptable" and ordered a full military review, emphasizing France's defensive role in the Middle East and criticizing Russia for its stance on ceasefires.

Iraqi Airspace Shuts Down

The Iraqi Civil Aviation Authority announced that Iraqi airspace will stay closed until Monday, 09:00 GMT as a temporary precaution due to regional security concerns, reported Al Jazeera.

Israel Strikes Iran On Al Quds Day

Strikes were reported in Tehran near crowds attending the annual Quds Day march, where senior Iranian officials, including Ali Larijani and police chief Ahmad-Reza Radan, were present. IDF had earlier issued a warning for evacuation.

Al Quds Day is an annual international rally held in support of Palestinians on the last Friday of the holy month of Ramadan.

Israel Says 250+ Iranian Drones Destroyed

Israel Defense Forces (IDF) Spokesperson Nadav Shoshani said it has destroyed over 250 drones and neutralized hundreds of launchers since the start of Operation Roaring Lion, part of a joint operation with the United States in Iran, targeting the country's UAV infrastructure and launch teams.

US Refueling Plane Down In Iraq

A U.S. KC‑135 refueling plane crashed in Iraq while supporting operations related to Iran, the U.S. CENTCOM confirmed on Thursday. Two aircraft were involved; one crashed in western Iraq while the other landed safely.

Rescue efforts are underway, and the military confirmed the crash was not caused by hostile or friendly fire.

Explosions Shake Dubai After Drone Scare

On Friday, loud explosions rattled buildings in Dubai, sending a thick plume of smoke over the city center. This followed Thursday’s "minor drone incident" in the Al Bada area near Burj Khalifa, with authorities reporting no injuries.

Missile Strike In Israel’s Zarzir Injures 58

A missile attack on Zarzir, near the Lebanon border, injured 58 people—one moderately and 57 with minor glass-shard injuries, according to Israel's Magen David Adom, reported AP News.

IRGC Warns Israel Gas Fields At Risk

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) warned that Israel's Leviathan and Karish gas fields in the eastern Mediterranean could become targets, signaling potential retaliation against regional energy infrastructure if Iran faces attacks.

US Misread Iran's Nuclear Proposal-Aragachi

Seyed Abbas Araghchi argues that Iran offered a proposal aimed at ensuring it wouldn't pursue nuclear weapons, but U.S. negotiators dismissed it partly due to a misunderstanding of key technical details of the offer.

Qatar Denies Halting LNG To Sway US

Qatar denied Israeli media claims that it halted LNG production to influence U.S. energy prices, calling the reports divisive and emphasizing it prioritizes safety over political or economic interests.

Seoul Proposes Energy Vouchers For Households

South Korea plans energy vouchers for vulnerable households. It plans to limit naphtha exports to ease the impact of rising energy prices amid the Middle East crisis, as the country depends heavily on imported fossil fuels.

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