Sep 6, 2026, 03:00 AM UTC

Tensions remain high around the Strait of Hormuz following recent military exchanges. Tehran claimed to have struck six vessels, including three American ships and three oil tankers, alongside targeting a U.S. aircraft carrier in response to recent Washington airstrikes. Iranian military sources also rejected U.S. assertions that recent strikes disrupted Tehran's minelaying operations, calling the claims "pure fantasy". Meanwhile, hardliners in Tehran are leveraging their position around the strategic maritime corridor to pressure Washington into fulfilling all provisions of June's 14-point memorandum, which includes lifting sanctions and unfreezing foreign assets. U.S. intelligence officials warned that Iranian forces may escalate the conflict further as hostilities persist.

Sources: ANSA, Corriere della Sera, Il Messaggero, La Repubblica

The United States military has executed a second round of airstrikes on Iranian positions within 48 hours following escalating confrontations near the Strait of Hormuz and strikes on American military facilities. In response to mounting regional pressure, Iranian leaders appointed a security hardliner to head the nation's Security Council.

Simultaneously, fighting flared up in Yemen as Houthi forces launched strikes against the port of Moca, resulting in 18 deaths over two days. Recognized government troops responded by targeting military installations in Marib province, threatening a fragile truce in place since 2022.

Meanwhile, reports from Afghanistan highlight a period devoid of major active warfare under Taliban rule, though the country continues to endure extreme poverty, food scarcity, and strict civil restrictions.

Sources: Canarias7, El Mundo, La Provincia, La Vanguardia

United States President Donald Trump has reiterated that no diplomatic negotiations are scheduled with Iran, stressing that Tehran must not obtain nuclear weapons. Following a maritime incident involving a struck vessel in the Strait of Hormuz, Washington warned of potential military action if American operations face disruption from Iranian or Omani forces. Iranian officials stated that their military posture would shift to offensive defense if diplomatic channels remain closed.

Concurrently, efforts to secure a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip remain stalled. Although Hamas expressed willingness to accept the second stage of a proposed peace agreement, Israeli authorities insist on the complete disarmament of the militant group before any military withdrawal occurs.

Sources: CDM.

Serbian lawmakers continued debate in an extraordinary parliamentary session focused on a proposed rebalance of the 2026 state budget alongside 58 additional agenda items.

Members of the ruling coalition supported the draft, asserting that higher state revenues will allow increased funding for social welfare programs, direct citizen aid, and major infrastructure development using domestic resources.

In contrast, opposition parliamentarians criticized the proposal, arguing that higher spending relies heavily on public debt ahead of upcoming elections. Opposition figures, including Green-Left Front MP Radomir Lazović, introduced amendments aimed at redirecting funding from high-profile construction, such as the National Stadium, toward student welfare, flood prevention, and regional infrastructure.

The session adjourned for the day and is set to resume tomorrow at 10:00 AM.

Sources: Tanjug, Danas, N1, Beta

US special envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner have arrived in Moscow to meet with Russian officials before traveling to Kyiv on Sunday. The delegation, met upon arrival by Russian presidential representative Kirill Dmitriev, is presenting a new proposal from US President Donald Trump aimed at resolving the conflict in Ukraine.

Kremlin adviser Yuri Ushakov stated that the discussions in Moscow were "extremely frank" and included suggestions regarding potential avenues toward a settlement. The White House noted that the talks involved "concrete plans for next steps," which are scheduled for public announcement in the coming weeks.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed on Telegram that he is set to meet with the US envoys following their discussions in Russia. Previous diplomatic efforts by Washington to negotiate an end to the war have yielded limited progress.

Sources: BBC News, Cyprus Mail, France24, Politico Europe (Defense), Sweden Herald