Iran has threatened a strong response to expanded U.S. sanctions, with its Foreign Ministry spokesperson warning that any escalation would have consequences. The new head of Iran's top security body stated that any country supporting the sanctions will be seen as declaring war. Israel claimed responsibility for killing a Hamas commander in Gaza and alleged an assassination attempt on one of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's sons, though details remain scarce. Meanwhile, Syrian and Israeli officials met in Jordan over the weekend to discuss regional tensions, with Syria asserting its right to develop an army and establish alliances freely. In a separate development, Israeli air strikes in Gaza resulted in casualties, including two children, while Israel also claimed it struck Hamas weapons storage facilities in mosques. The escalating tensions in the Middle East continue to pose challenges for regional stability and international diplomacy. Full coverage can be found here.