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US President Donald Trump warned Iran that 'a whole civilization will die tonight' if Tehran does not reopen the Strait of Hormuz by his deadline. The threat drew condemnation from Pope Leo and raised international law concerns, as the US and Israel continued strikes on Iranian infrastructure. A two-week ceasefire was later announced.
Experts and UN officials say President Trump's threats to destroy Iran's civilian infrastructure could constitute war crimes under international law. While Trump and his UN ambassador argue such attacks are justified due to dual-use purposes, legal scholars warn of severe violations and the dilemma facing US military officers.
The UN Security Council is set to vote on a Bahrain-drafted resolution addressing the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, as the US-Iran conflict disrupts global energy supplies. Reports also detail the downing of a US F-15E and ongoing efforts to recover a missing crew member.
Israeli forces conducted large-scale strikes on multiple airports in Tehran overnight, targeting assets linked to Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. The strikes, part of an ongoing campaign against Iranian military infrastructure, also reportedly killed two senior IRGC Quds Force commanders. Meanwhile, regional tensions remain high amid reports of civilian casualties and attacks on energy facilities.
US President Donald Trump has warned that Iran could be 'taken out' in a single night, as the conflict between the US, Israel, and Iran continues to escalate. Iran has responded with missile and drone attacks on Israel and Kuwait, while Israel has bombed Iranian petrochemical facilities and struck targets in Lebanon. The situation has raised fears of a broader regional war.
Iran has reportedly rejected the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz in exchange for a temporary ceasefire, while a senior Iranian diplomat offered conditional passage if the US ends its Middle East aggression. The US and Iran appear close to talks, with Pakistan mediating.
Iran's state-imposed internet blackout, now exceeding 888 hours, is the longest nationwide shutdown ever recorded, according to NetBlocks. The blackout has severely restricted access to information, disrupted businesses and education, and drawn international attention as the war with the US and Israel continues.
South Korea is dispatching five vessels to Saudi Arabia's Red Sea port of Yanbu and sending special envoys to secure crude oil as the Strait of Hormuz remains effectively closed amid the US-Israeli conflict with Iran. The country, which imports about 70% of its crude from the Middle East, is also considering diversifying imports from the US and Kazakhstan.
US President Donald Trump has once again extended his deadline for Iran to accept a deal, setting a new ultimatum for Tuesday 8pm Eastern Time. The announcement comes amid escalating threats to destroy Iranian infrastructure, with negotiations reportedly at an impasse and Iran rejecting ceasefire proposals. Multiple regional and international actors continue to push for a diplomatic solution as the conflict enters its sixth week.
US President Donald Trump has issued a new ultimatum to Iran, threatening to destroy its power plants and bridges if the Strait of Hormuz is not reopened by Tuesday evening. Iran has dismissed the threats, with officials vowing retaliation and regional tensions continuing to escalate.
Iranian missile and drone attacks have hit critical infrastructure across the Gulf, including energy facilities in the UAE, Bahrain, and Kuwait, with reports of injuries and damage. Saudi Arabia said it intercepted seven ballistic missiles, while Kuwait recorded drone launches and reported civilian casualties. The strikes are the latest in an escalating conflict following US and Israeli actions against Iran.
Iranian drones struck Kuwait's oil infrastructure, causing fires and damage at key facilities, while Opec+ met to discuss output amid the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. The attacks, which also affected Bahrain, the UAE, and Saudi Arabia, come amid escalating US-Israel-Iran tensions and threats from President Trump.
Kuwaiti authorities say Iranian drone attacks damaged two power and water desalination plants, causing significant material damage but no injuries. The UAE also reported its air defences responding to missile and drone threats, while Bahrain reported fires. The attacks come amid ongoing US and Israeli strikes on Iran, with Gulf states bearing the brunt of Tehran's retaliation.
US President Donald Trump has issued a new 48-hour ultimatum to Iran, demanding it make a deal or open the Strait of Hormuz or face severe consequences. Iran has rejected the threat, and both sides continue military operations, including downed aircraft and strikes on economic targets, as regional conflict intensifies.
The UAE has condemned riots and vandalism at its embassy in Damascus after dozens of protesters gathered outside, with some chanting 'the Zionist embassy.' The incident occurred after a pro-Palestinian demonstration nearby, and Syria's foreign ministry has stated it takes a firm stance against attacks on embassies. Condemnations have come from the US envoy, Pakistan, and several Gulf states.
A strike near Iran's Bushehr nuclear power plant killed a security guard and damaged an ancillary building, according to the IAEA, which reported no increase in radiation levels. The incident marks the fourth time the area has been attacked during the ongoing conflict, raising international concern about nuclear safety.
The Israeli Air Force has carried out fresh strikes on Iranian military infrastructure, including air defense systems and missile depots, as part of an ongoing US-Israeli operation against Iran. Iranian officials downplay the damage while vowing continued resistance, and regional tensions show no signs of abating.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty met in Moscow, urging an immediate cessation of hostilities in the Middle East and a return to diplomatic negotiations. The talks covered the situation in the Gulf, the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, and bilateral cooperation, including tourism and air links.
The United Arab Emirates has banned most Iranian citizens from entering or transiting through the country, with exceptions for certain visa holders. The move comes amid heightened regional tensions following recent military exchanges between the US, Israel, and Iran. Authorities have sought to reassure the large Iranian expatriate community, though official explanations remain limited.
Bahrain has postponed a UN Security Council vote on a draft resolution aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz, which has been shut since US-Israeli strikes on Iran began in late February. The resolution, backed by the US and Gulf states, faces strong opposition from Russia and China despite being significantly watered down. Iran has warned the Council against any 'provocative action.'