Iran’s Revolutionary Guards said they launched strikes at US bases in the region.

"A short while ago, the IDF identified missiles launched from Iran toward the territory of the State of Israel. Defensive systems are operating to intercept the threat," the military said.

The latest hostilities drove oil prices up more than 3% in early trading on Monday, with benchmark Brent futures back above $96 a barrel.

Somali referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan will not take part in this summer’s World Cup after he was denied entry into the United States, FIFA confirmed on Monday.

Somali referee Omar Artan won’t officiate in the World Cup after being denied entry into the United States.

Omar Abdulkadir Artan — who was named Africa’s best male referee last year — was stopped by immigration authorities at Miami International Airport and returned to Istanbul over the weekend.