Daily brief
French President Emmanuel Macron announced plans to significantly expand France's nuclear arsenal and offered a form of nuclear protection to European partners. He stated France would not hesitate to use its weapons to defend its vital interests, arguing a country must be feared to be free. The move comes amid European discussions on security guarantees.
A Saudi oil refinery was targeted, causing a fire, according to AFP reports.
Loud explosions were heard in Tehran, report AFP journalists.
Spain has refused to provide military support for a potential US attack on Iran and is distancing itself from the positions of France, Germany, and the UK.