Middle East Conflict Escalates with Attacks and Airstrikes Across Region

The Middle East conflict has intensified with Hezbollah claiming rocket attacks on 47 Israeli positions, prompting Israeli airstrikes in southern Lebanon that killed four people and damaged buildings. Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps continues strikes across the region, including drone attacks in Iraq and missile strikes on the UAE's Port of Fujairah. Saudi Arabia intercepted drones allegedly launched by Iran toward Riyadh. Meanwhile, Hamas has urged Iran to halt attacks on neighboring countries to prevent further regional destabilization. Iran also proposed using the Chinese Yuan for trade through the Strait of Hormuz.