The FIFA World Cup begins in Mexico this evening as students in the Netherlands await their exam results. Overnight, the United States launched further attacks on targets within Iran, following prior announcements of “severe responses” due to stalled negotiations. Iran has responded by claiming to have closed the Strait of Hormuz – a claim disputed by the US – and alleges retaliatory strikes against American bases in the region, triggering sirens in Bahrain. President Trump stated Israel was not involved in the attacks. Currently, there are no reports of casualties. In sports news, tennis legend Serena Williams made a successful return to competition at the Queen's Club tournament in London, winning her doubles match.