Israeli intelligence officials have made the explosive claim that Iran's Supreme Leader is dead, as Tehran unleashed a devastating aerial assault on Western targets in Dubai. The retaliatory strikes, which included missiles and suicide drones, injured at least four people at a luxury hotel on the iconic Palm Jumeirah, sparking terror among tourists and social media influencers caught in the crossfire.
Chaos in Dubai as Iranian Retaliation Escalates
The Iranian Revolutionary Guard launched a coordinated blitz on Dubai in response to recent US air strikes on Iranian positions. Among those affected were high-profile celebrities and influencers, including Hofit Golan, Luisa Zissman, and Vicky Pattison, who were staying at the five-star hotel when it was struck by a Shahed drone. Footage from the scene showed flames erupting from the building as emergency services rushed to the area.
Operation Epic Fury: Trump's Mar-a-Lago Command Centre
Meanwhile, the White House has released unprecedented images from inside Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate in Florida, revealing the former president monitoring the strikes on Iran in real-time. Dubbed "Operation Epic Fury," the US military action was reportedly planned with strategic deception to catch Iranian forces off guard. Trump has offered Iran an "off ramp" while urging the Iranian people to overthrow their leadership.
International Reactions and Regional Fallout
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has urged against further escalation after confirming the UK did not participate in the US air strikes. He has held emergency talks with French and German counterparts following a Cobra meeting. In a dramatic development, Iran has blocked the Strait of Hormuz, with Revolutionary Guard forces informing ships they are "not allowed" through the world's most vital oil export route.
The situation remains fluid, with unverified reports suggesting celebrations in parts of Tehran as US missiles struck the Supreme Leader's compound. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has stated there are "signs" confirming the Supreme Leader's death, though Iranian authorities have not officially commented. The crisis has sent shockwaves through global markets and raised fears of a broader regional conflict.
