Tensions Escalate as Iran Strikes American Base Amid Middle East Conflict

In a bold military move, Iran targeted the Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar with a missile attack, escalating the ongoing crisis. Although no injuries resulted, President Donald Trump dismissed the assault as a "weak response" and reiterated calls for peace negotiations between Iran and Israel as tensions reached their 12th day.

The strike comes as a response to U.S. bombings of Iranian nuclear sites alongside Israeli forces. Iran, maintaining a stance of non-aggression, declared its readiness to act again if provoked. The advance notification provided by Iran to the U.S. was acknowledged by Trump as a positive gesture, sparing lives and potential casualties.

The situation has strained Iran's ties with neighboring Arab nations, who condemned the attack. Meanwhile, Israel steps up its offensive, hitting Tehran's political and security establishments. Despite threats affecting the global oil market, investor skepticism led to a decline in oil prices, signaling uncertainties in the conflict's escalation.

(With inputs from agencies.)