Khamenei Marks Nasrallah Anniversary as Oil Surges Past $107; Settlers Torch Vehicles Near Ramallah (Sep 28, 1131 UTC, 1431 Israel) (Evening Edition)

• Khamenei Nasrallah Message — Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei released a message marking the second anniversary of Hassan Nasrallah's killing, describing the Hezbollah leader as "unparalleled in Levant's history since the prophets and their successors" and saying Lebanon's current days are "glorious for Resistance fighters, humiliating for those relying on oppressors" Al-Manar TV. The IRGC issued a statement saying the path of resistance continues "in the pinnacle of glory and honor" Mehr News. Iran's Foreign Ministry denounced the assassination as "heinous" and demanded justice Middle East Eye.
• Hormuz Rejection Fallout — Oil prices surged more than 3% to top $107 a barrel after President Trump rejected Iran's seven-day proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz Al Jazeera English. Brent crude rose to $107.04, up 2.61% The National. The dollar firmed as US-Iran tensions lifted oil and hawkish Fed bets built Reuters.
• Iranian Military Posture — Rear Admiral Habibollah Sayyari, deputy chief of the Iranian Army for Coordination, described all Iranians as soldiers ready to defend the country, saying combat readiness "sends a clear message to enemies" IRNA. IranWire reported the Iranian Army declared "all Iranians" soldiers ready to defend the country in response to Trump's statements IranWire.
• Domestic Developments — The open-market dollar exchange rate crossed 240,000 tomans in Tehran, a historic record IranWire. Iran's Civil Aviation Organization is pursuing diplomatic and legal measures to restore suspended flight routes, including a formal complaint to ICAO IRNA. IranWire reported plans to replace Mojtaba Khamenei as leader after the war, citing two informed sources IranWire. Five security personnel were killed and 10 injured during Arbaeen duties IranWire. Iran's roads minister praised public resilience amid war and sanctions IRNA.
• Regional Diplomacy — Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian offered to mediate talks between Saudi Arabia and Yemen, saying Iran "doesn't believe Saudi Arabia and Yemen should fight" Middle East Eye. Iran called for a roadmap to deepen cultural ties with Russia IRNA.

• Nasrallah Anniversary — Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei released a message on the second anniversary of Hassan Nasrallah's killing, calling him "unparalleled in Levant's history since the prophets and their successors" and saying Lebanon's current days are "glorious for Resistance fighters, humiliating for those relying on oppressors" Al-Manar TV. The IRGC said resistance is alive and the path continues "in the pinnacle of glory and honor" Mehr News.
• Israeli Strikes Continue — Israeli artillery shelling targeted the village of Mansouri in southern Lebanon, according to Quds News Network Quds News Network.
• Lebanese Politics — Lebanese politician Gebran Bassil said history will vindicate "the understanding" and appreciate "Sayyed" Bint Jbeil News. Public Works Minister Fayez Rasamny called for in-kind assistance for Lebanon Bint Jbeil News. The Mechanism Committee granted permission to rehabilitate the Machghara–Sohmor road in Western Bekaa after prolonged closure due to strikes Bint Jbeil News.
• UNIFIL Mandate — Israel wants a US-led force to disarm Hezbollah in Lebanon, while the Lebanese government seeks an extension of UNIFIL or a European-led multinational force as the mandate expires December 31 Responsible Statecraft.

• IDF Kills Hamas Sniper — The IDF said it struck and eliminated Adi Adil Abd Al-Aaser, a Hamas sniper in the southern Gaza Strip, on Sunday. The military said he had been advancing attacks against IDF troops and Israeli civilians and operating to restore Hamas capabilities "in systematic violation of the ceasefire." The strike was conducted to "remove an immediate threat," with steps taken to mitigate civilian harm IDF Official. The killing was also reported by Times of Israel, Arutz Sheva, and Manniefabian Times of Israel Arutz Sheva Manniefabian.
• Kamal Adwan Hospital — The entire medical staff of Kamal Adwan Hospital in northern Gaza left the facility after Israeli tanks advanced toward the hospital, according to Quds News Network Quds News Network.
• Casualty Figures — Four Palestinians were martyred and 19 others injured in the past 24 hours, according to the Gaza Health Ministry Al-Manar TV.
• Satellite Imagery — New Google Earth satellite images show extensive destruction in Gaza, with entire districts reduced to rubble The National Mehr News.

• Settler Violence Near Ramallah — Palestinian reports said settlers torched cars and spray-painted graffiti in West Bank villages overnight. In Deir Abu Mashal, Hebrew messages read "Happy holiday from the happy Jews" and "Revenge Ein Raya," referencing a recent terror attack near Neve Tzuf. In Ras Karkar, settlers set fire to an agricultural tractor and spray-painted graffiti. A woman was reportedly assaulted in one village Times of Israel Haaretz Ynetnews Jerusalem Post.
• Smotrich War Call — Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich called for Israel to "go to war" in the occupied West Bank and "do there what we did in Gaza," as the country heads toward elections next month Middle East Eye.
• Ben-Gvir Prisoner Threat — Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir released a video threatening to kill imprisoned Hamas figure Hassan Salameh, who is serving multiple life sentences for his role in 1996 bus bombings. Ben-Gvir told Salameh, "I'm responsible for your hell." Hamas condemned the threat as "provocative" and a "flagrant violation of all international laws" Jerusalem Post Al Jazeera English Middle East Eye.
• Checkpoint Restrictions — Israel has shut occupied West Bank crossings for a week, further restricting Palestinian movement and holy site access Al Jazeera English.
• Al-Aqsa Incursion — Israeli settlers wore shirts bearing slogans calling for the destruction of Al-Aqsa Mosque and construction of the "Temple" on its ruins during an incursion into the compound Quds News Network.

• Saudi-US Talks — Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan arrived in Washington for talks with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, the Saudi state news agency said. The two will discuss bilateral ties and key regional and international developments amid escalating hostilities between Riyadh and Yemen's Houthis Reuters Times of Israel Iran International.
• Netanyahu UAE Visit — Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spent six hours in the United Arab Emirates, meeting UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan in Abu Dhabi. The meeting focused on Iran strategy, and the leaders spoke by phone prior to the trip. Netanyahu was accompanied by the Mossad chief and National Security Council head. The UAE had not issued an official statement about the visit Jerusalem Post Israel Hayom Middle East Eye Iran International.
• Iran Mediation Offer — Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian offered to mediate talks between Saudi Arabia and Yemen, saying Iran "doesn't believe Saudi Arabia and Yemen should fight, as they are both Muslims" Middle East Eye.
• UNIFIL Mandate — Israel wants a US-led force to disarm Hezbollah in Lebanon, while the Lebanese government seeks an extension of UNIFIL or a European-led multinational force as the mandate expires December 31 Responsible Statecraft.

Ethiopia Conflict — Ethiopia accused Sudan and Egypt of backing Tigray rebels as fighting raged in the Afar region. The Sudan army denied backing Tigray fighters, saying the rival paramilitary RSF was receiving support from within Ethiopia Al Jazeera English.

• UK Fuel Prices — Diesel prices in the UK reached an all-time high of 199.18 pence per liter, with petrol at 174.13 pence, amid the Iran war's impact on global oil markets N12 Chat.
• RAF Fairford Plot — UK police arrested five men near RAF Fairford, a US bomber base, in connection with a suspected terror plot. A local farmer encountered three white vans blocking a country lane and alerted authorities Behold Israel.
• Ireland-Israel Football — Irish players wore black armbands and bowed their heads during Israel's national anthem in a UEFA Nations League match, while Israeli fans chanted military slogans after the defeat IRNA Al Jazeera English.

• US-Iran Tensions — President Trump rejected Iran's seven-day Hormuz reopening proposal, telling Axios he expects negotiations to resume but adding Tehran must change its approach. Oil prices surged more than 3% to top $107 a barrel Al Jazeera English The National Middle East Eye.
• NFL Gesture — Houston Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair wore eye black with the names of slain Palestinian sisters Lana, 12, and Bana, 8, despite NFL sanctions Al Jazeera English.

• India Campus Unrest — Lovely University in India suspended classes for 10 days due to campus unrest over rape allegations denied by officials Al Jazeera English.
• Asian Games — Reyhaneh Karimi became the first Iranian woman to win a medal at the Asian Games, in weightlifting IRNA.

• Yemen — Three casualties were reported in Saudi aggression on Yemen's Amran province, according to the Yemeni health minister Al-Manar TV. Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman sought US support amid escalating Houthi hostilities Times of Israel.
• Saudi Lobbying — Michael Petruzzello, a lobbyist known for rehabilitating Saudi Arabia's image after 9/11 and the Khashoggi murder, is now registered as a foreign agent of the Saudi-backed government in Yemen Responsible Statecraft.