US-Iran Escalation & Oil Shock: The US says it has begun striking IRGC targets in Iran after attempted attacks on shipping near the Strait of Hormuz, as Iran warns of retaliation; oil prices jumped above $90 and markets slid on renewed inflation fears. Regional Diplomacy: Russia and Turkey called for a ceasefire in the Persian Gulf to restart talks toward a long-term agreement, while Iran said it sees no threat in a Saudi-Turkey-Pakistan defense pact. Gaza Update: Netanyahu said Israel captured the head of Hamas’s internal security apparatus in Gaza, amid reports of strikes in western Gaza. West Bank & Holy Sites: Qatar urged international action over Israeli occupation moves, and Sheikh Ekrima Sabri warned Al-Quds/Al-Aqsa could face a dangerous phase around upcoming Jewish holidays. UK-Labour Israel Policy: Ed Miliband pledged a “comprehensive reset” with Israel and hinted at steps to stop UK financing of new West Bank settlements, drawing an Israeli warning of retaliation. Iraq Energy Protests: Workers and generator owners protested in Basra, Al-Anbar and Kirkuk over electricity tariffs, crude pricing and jobs. Israel-Economy: Bank of Israel cut rates for a third straight time to 3.25%. US Domestic/Community: ADL’s JLens launched a workplace tracker ranking 100 US companies on Jewish employee support.