News in Brief: Millions Stolen through Fake Romances. War Escalates in the Middle East

Yesterday's news summarized and substantial:

• Tigran Abrahamyan stated that US strikes on Iranian leaders and civilian targets create a dangerous precedent, leading to numerous casualties, including children.
• Tensions between Iran and the UAE are rising against the backdrop of potential attacks and military scenarios surrounding Iranian islands, according to Iran expert Vardan Voskanyan.
• The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps announced the 70th wave of "Real Promise 4" operation, striking more than 55 American and Israeli targets.
• UN Secretary-General Guterres noted that US-initiated peace mechanisms are insufficiently effective for addressing global challenges.
• The US has temporarily eased sanctions on Iranian oil for 30 days to curb rising oil prices.
• British media reports that the US is preparing for possible ground operations against Iran.
• Following airstrikes in Tehran, the Iranian Red Crescent is conducting search and rescue operations.
• Hezbollah announced that it has attacked an Israeli military base and struck 55 targets in one day.
• The Iranian Foreign Minister rejected calls for a ceasefire, demanding security guarantees and compensation for damages.
• Iran declared that the Strait of Hormuz is open and ready to ensure safe passage for vessels.
• For the first time, France has allowed American strategic bombers to pass through its territory en route to Iran.
• The European Commission called for a reduction in gas storage requirements against the backdrop of an energy crisis.
• The EU energy commissioner proposed that the gas storage target level be reduced to 80%.
• Global oil prices continue to rise due to unrest in the Middle East.
• Prices of precious metals and Western stock indices are declining amid market instability.
• According to the head of United Airlines, oil prices could reach up to $175, remaining elevated until 2027.
• Clashes occurred between worshippers and police in Jerusalem's Old City on Eid al-Fitr.
• The Armenian police have uncovered a criminal group operating under the "Romantic scam" scheme, confiscating equipment and evidence. The group transferred the stolen funds into cryptocurrency.