Iran’s new supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, narrowly escaped a deadly US-Israeli strike that killed his immediate family, including his father, Ali Khamenei. His leadership may centre on revenge, influencing both policy and regional stability. Further developments are anticipated.

An Air India Express Boeing 737 Max made a hard landing at Phuket airport, damaging its nose wheel. Passengers experienced a terrifying arrival as the aircraft left a trail of smoke on the tarmac. Emergency services attended to the situation, and flights resumed later that day.

EUROPE MORNING BRIEFING

This morning, Iranian forces escalated missile and drone attacks on regional targets, impacting NATO airspace. European nations remain vigilant as NATO enhances its defensive posture amid rising tensions and potential threats.

Saudi Arabia warns of ‘catastrophic consequences’ for global oil markets as Iran disrupts the Strait of Hormuz. Saudi Aramco’s CEO, Amin Nasser, cites the ongoing crisis as unprecedented. The situation could drastically impact the global economy; observe developments closely.

Six people have been killed in a bus fire in Kerzers, Switzerland, believed to have been started by a passenger who set himself alight. Three others sustained severe injuries. An investigation is underway by local authorities. Swiss President Guy Parmelin has expressed condolences.

Lost Nazi cipher manuals for the SG-41 machine, more advanced than Enigma, have been discovered in Prague after over 80 years. Researchers Eugen Antal, Carola Dahlke, and Robert Jahn found these documents in Czech archives and are analysing them to clarify the cipher’s operation.