Gulf Tensions Soar: Explosions in Dubai, Doha; Israel Strikes Iran Cities; US Casualties Mount

• Gulf tensions escalate with loud explosions in Dubai, Doha, a missile alert, and a tanker strike off Fujairah; UAE briefly closed airspace due to Iranian threats.
• Day 18 of Iran war sees Israel launch extensive strikes on Tehran, Shiraz, and Tabriz, marking a significant escalation.
• Donald Trump criticizes UK PM Keir Starmer's stance and pressures NATO allies for stronger Strait of Hormuz protection, noting global leaders' reluctance.
• European leaders resist military escalation, with the EU declining naval expansion despite Trump's criticism; diplomatic channels with Iran remain stalled.
• Tensions rise in Lebanon as Israel expands operations, prompting warnings from UK, Canada, France, Germany, Italy over potential humanitarian fallout; US Central Command reports ~200 American personnel wounded.