Iran-US Economic Escalation: Trump’s “Economic D-Day” campaign ramps up with new sanctions threats aimed at isolating Iran and punishing any “lifeline” providers; Iran vows a “devastating” response while officials argue the U.S. is shifting from military to “economic and cognitive” warfare. Hormuz Shipping Shock: Strait of Hormuz traffic hits a historic low, with only seven cargo vessels transiting as uncertainty and security fears disrupt crude and LNG flows. U.S. Naval Claims: CENTCOM says it helped move hundreds of millions of barrels through Hormuz despite Iran’s blockade, underscoring the standoff over who controls the route. Iraq Under Pressure: Washington’s push is spilling into Iraq’s power sector, where Iranian gas has long fueled electricity generation and payments. Iran Domestic Crackdown: Iran’s parliament advances harsher penalties for any contact with foreign media, with prison terms unless permission is granted. Israel-West Bank Tensions: Britain threatens sanctions over Israel’s E1 settlement housing bids, while settlers return to Kadim near Jenin after a 20-year gap, heightening fears for the two-state path. Human Rights & Courts: Trial begins for detained Iranian documentary filmmaker Sepideh Abtahi; Israel admits it fired on Hind Rajab’s vehicle and opens a criminal probe. Turkey Watch: Turkey seeks Interpol permission to arrest Netanyahu over the “Global Sumud” flotilla case, and maps Turkish military cemeteries abroad across 48 countries.