US-Iran Escalation: The US launched new airstrikes on Iran and Tehran retaliated by targeting US-allied countries in Bahrain, Kuwait and Qatar, threatening a fragile ceasefire as sirens sounded across the region. Iran Funeral Fallout: Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei was laid to rest in Mashhad after days of mourning, while Iran’s security chief vowed revenge and warned infrastructure attacks would trigger strikes. Assassination Plot Claims: Israel reportedly shared intelligence with the US about a new Iranian plan to assassinate Donald Trump, though some US officials doubt it; the reports add pressure as diplomacy over Iran remains shaky. Oil Shock Risk: Oil prices edged up as markets weighed Hormuz supply fears, while the IEA warned global demand could fall for the first time since 2020 if Hormuz disruption persists. Syria Diplomacy: Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani’s rapid push through regional capitals included a Damascus meeting with Macron and a Trump-linked step toward removing Syria from the terrorism list. Israel Domestic Tensions: Separate coverage highlights Israel’s pushback against High Court rulings and debate over civil marriage restrictions, underscoring internal political strain. Energy Deals in the Region: Turkey and Iraq are set to sign a one-year deal to keep the Ceyhan pipeline route running, aiming to prevent export disruptions. ISIS in Syria: Syrian authorities arrested suspects tied to attacks in Damascus, including blasts during Macron’s visit. US Jewish Safety Poll: A new AP-NORC survey says about 6 in 10 Jewish adults in the US feel less safe since Oct. 7, amid rising antisemitism and protest backlash.