Morning update

Morning update Good morning Middle East Eye readers, A sharp escalation across the Middle East is driving rising casualties, expanding strikes and growing regional instability, with major developments spanning Iran, Israel, Lebanon and Gulf states overnight. Rescue operations, infrastructure hits and civilian tolls continue to shape the conflict. Here are the latest updates as major developments continue to unfold rapidly: US rescue operation: The second crew member of a downed F-15E fighter jet has been rescued, with President Donald Trump saying the officer is injured but “will be fine.