Overview
- External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar said Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi phoned him to discuss the evolving situation in and around Iran.
- India issued a fresh advisory asking its nationals in Iran to depart using available commercial options and to avoid protest areas if they remain.
- Rights groups say at least 2,586 people have been killed in a sweeping security crackdown, a figure that underscores the severity of the unrest.
- U.S. President Donald Trump has warned of potential intervention and "very strong action," as the United States adjusted some regional military posture and Qatar confirmed limited personnel departures from Al Udeid Air Base.
- Iranian authorities accused the United States and Israel of fomenting the protests, and officials warned that regional bases hosting U.S. forces could be targeted if Washington intervenes.