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The war by the United States and Israel against the Islamic Republic of Iran is typically framed in strategic terms: deterrence, escalation, military pressure, missile capability, nuclear risk. While these elements are significant, they fail to capture the full narrative. To comprehend how Iran might fight and endure this conflict, one must look beyond military calculations and into the moral universe through which the Islamic Republic interprets power, loss, and, above all, resilience. This is not merely a state under assault, but one whose ideological core has long been shaped by a Shia political theology of martyrdom, sacrifice, and sacred resistance. This matters because wars are waged not only with weapons but with narratives and values; meaning itself can become a potent political resource.

While former U.S. President Donald Trump has allegedly stated his intent to eliminate the leadership of Iran, the situation surrounding negotiations between the two countries remains convoluted and unclear. The U.S. regime claims that talks have begun, but Iranian officials deny this. As discussed in Kun.uz's "Geopolitics" program, Tehran purportedly does not want to see Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner or his golf partner Steve Witkoff at the negotiation table.

The Russian Embassy in Yerevan announced the evacuation of 164 employees from the state corporation "Rosatom" from the Iranian Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant through Armenian territory. Alongside Russian nationals, citizens of Uzbekistan, Belarus, and Tajikistan were airlifted on a special flight from Yerevan to Moscow, highlighting the international scope of the operation amid escalating regional tensions.

Golfer Tiger Woods was released on bail late Friday, hours after his Land Rover clipped a truck, rolled onto its side, and he was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence, officials said. Woods was booked at the Martin County jail around 3 p.m. and released eight hours later, the minimum allowed under state law, according to Sheriff John Budensiek.

Yemen's Houthi rebels have claimed responsibility for a missile attack on Israel, their first such strike since the war began. Military spokesperson Yahya Saree stated the operation was in response to continued Israeli and US attacks on targets in Iran, Lebanon, Iraq, and Palestinian territories, vowing to continue until the “aggression” ends. The Israeli military reported intercepting the missile.

The 20th edition of Earth Hour has commenced in New Zealand and is set to gradually progress around the globe. This event aims to raise awareness about climate change through symbolic actions.

Manila – Transport workers in the Philippines staged a two-day strike and protests in the capital and major cities, voicing anger over soaring fuel costs and perceived government inaction. Jeepney driver Arturo Modelo, 52, said he has lost two-thirds of his daily income, stating, "I can’t even afford my kid’s lunch money." He joined the strike to make "a deaf government listen," highlighting the dire economic pressures on low-income earners.

The Indonesian government has implemented a ban on social media use for children under the age of 16, marking the first such measure in Southeast Asia. The regulation, which targets platforms deemed high-risk including YouTube, TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, Threads, X, Bigo Live, and Roblox, aims to protect young people from online harms such as pornography, scams, cyberbullying, and internet addiction. This move comes as US tech giants face increasing global scrutiny over youth safety.

Former US President Donald Trump has launched sharp criticism against the NATO alliance, stating he is "very disappointed" with its response to the US-Israeli war on Iran. Trump accused NATO of failing to support Washington despite years of US military spending on its allies, purportedly highlighting a lack of solidarity in the face of regional conflict. His remarks cast doubt on the alliance's cohesion and effectiveness in addressing crises.

Yemen's Houthi rebels announced a ballistic missile strike on Israel – their first such attack since the US-Israel war on Iran began. Houthi military spokesman Brigadier-General Yahya Saree declared the assault on Saturday via the rebels' Al-Masirah satellite television. Saree stated that strikes "will continue until the declared objectives are achieved, as stated in the previous statement by the armed forces, and until the aggression against all fronts of the resistance ceases."

Yemen's Houthi rebels have claimed responsibility for a missile attack on Israel, marking their first such strike since the war began. A military spokesman for the Houthis, Yahya Saree, announced the claim in a statement broadcast by the Al-Masirah satellite TV channel. The attack, allegedly part of a missile barrage, was launched in response to ongoing Israeli and US strikes on infrastructure in Iran, Lebanon, Iraq, and Palestinian territories, with operations purportedly continuing until the "aggression" ends. The Israeli military reported intercepting the missile.

The Customs Committee of Uzbekistan announced the conduct of rapid operations in Namangan and Andijan regions, as well as Tashkent city, aimed at curbing the illegal circulation of drugs and medical supplies. These operations resulted in the seizure of large quantities of counterfeit and uncertified products, highlighting serious issues with healthcare-related violations in the country and raising concerns about public safety and regulatory enforcement.