Iran–US Escalation: The IRGC says it struck a US airbase in Kuwait after US forces hit a ground control station near Bandar Abbas and shot down four Iranian drones around the Strait of Hormuz, as Trump dismisses reports of a Hormuz compromise and warns he may “finish the job.” Hormuz Pressure & Sanctions: The US Treasury sanctions Iran-linked maritime oversight tied to Hormuz traffic, while Iran insists on “red lines” including uranium enrichment, control of the strait, and lifting sanctions. Gaza at Eid: Israel says it killed Hamas’ new military chief Mohammed Odeh in Gaza City; separate reports cite multiple Palestinian deaths in apartment strikes amid Eid al-Adha mourning. Lebanon Front: Israel orders evacuations and intensifies strikes in southern Lebanon as Hezbollah drones reportedly rattle northern areas. Iran Online Life: After 88 days of near-total blackout, limited internet returns—many users celebrate quietly, others call it a hollow, controlled “relief.” Culture & Community: Jerusalem’s East & West youth orchestra project spotlights Jewish-Arab musical collaboration, while Lebanese stand-up star John Achkar debuts an Arabic special on Shahid. Arts in the Gulf: Dubai Culture and AC Milan unveil an Eid Al Adha artwork blending Emirati Sadu patterns with the club’s identity. Human Stories: A boat sinks off Syria’s Tartous coast; six rescued, four missing.