Iran-US Economic Pressure: Trump escalated threats into “economic D-Day” against Iran, warning any country aiding Tehran could face “tremendous” consequences; oil prices jumped as Iran’s central bank chief said oil exports have fallen to zero amid sanctions and blocked foreign exchange. Gaza Accountability: Palestinian responder Rana Faqih says Israel’s probe into the killing of 5-year-old Hind Rajab is not enough, as Israel admits firing on her car and faces calls for an independent, transparent investigation. Iraq Militia Disarmament: Iraq’s government is pushing militia disarmament into public view ahead of a Sept. 30 deadline, using a blunt media campaign to argue who will protect the country without weapons. Iran Culture Under Crackdown: Singer Hiwa Seyfizade was sentenced to four years for a concert where men were present; Iran also moves to criminalise more foreign contact via a proposed media/visa restrictions bill. Israel-West Bank Settler Violence: US envoy Mike Huckabee warned extremist settlers against taking homes owned by Palestinian Americans, citing possible US sanctions. Syria-Pakistan Ties: Syria’s foreign minister Asaad Al Shibani visited Islamabad for talks aimed at strengthening trade and defence links after 19 years. Arts & Heritage: Haifa’s film festival will open with Avi Nesher’s “Our Loves,” while Türkiye unearthed 16,500-year-old turtle figurines and a mosaic-rich ancient Judaism site story highlights deep regional history.