Iran-Israel Escalation: Iran fired missiles at Israel for the first time since the April ceasefire, triggering sirens across northern and central areas; Israel intercepted the barrage but then struck back with airstrikes on western and central Iran, defying US calls for restraint. Regional Airspace Disruptions: As the crisis spread, Syria shut its southern air corridors for 12 hours and suspended Damascus airport operations, while Iraq also closed airspace—moves aimed at keeping flights safe amid missile risk. Lebanon Trigger: The exchange followed Israeli strikes on Beirut’s southern suburbs tied to Hezbollah, with Iran framing its action as retaliation and warning of broader consequences if attacks continue. Damascus Security File: Syria arrested two former Assad-era officials accused of war crimes and massacres, including allegations tied to operations in Aleppo and Hama. Foreign Fighters Question: A new report highlights how Damascus is struggling to manage and integrate non-Syrian combatants after the war, as armed networks resist being dismantled. Türkiye-Syria Trade: A Gaziantep-Aleppo summit in Gaziantep will push new trade and logistics links between Türkiye and Syria, with officials discussing border production zones. Sports Disruption: Bahrain’s friendly against Syria was called off due to travel restrictions.