Middle East Tensions Escalate as Gaza Deal Rejected and Hormuz Remains Closed

The Israeli government has rejected a deal announced by US President Donald Trump for Gaza, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu saying Israel's military will not withdraw until Hamas disarms. The deal would have seen Israeli forces withdrawing from parts of Gaza as Hamas completed its disarmament. However, Netanyahu said that 'Israel rejects the 15-point document' and is still discussing plans for Gaza with Washington.

Iran has also made demands regarding the Strait of Hormuz, which was closed during the war between Iran and the US. The Supreme National Security Council in Tehran says the strait will not reopen until the US corrects its behavior and lifts sanctions on Iran. The US has been accused of threatening Iran and waging a naval blockade on Iranian ports.

In Yemen, the Houthi rebels have attacked an oil facility in Saudi Arabia and a port in Mokha, causing damage to buildings and supplies. The attack on the Aramco refinery was carried out with a drone, while the attack on the port involved missiles and drones. The Houthis said they targeted military forces and warehouses at the port.

The Pentagon is seeking to boost munitions production, citing a shortage of advanced missile interceptors due to the war between Iran and the US. The shortage has caused concern among allies such as Ukraine and Taiwan, which seek more US military support.