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The US has reinstated a naval blockade on Iranian ports following Iranian attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz. US forces have disabled vessels attempting to breach the blockade, while Iran says its control over the waterway will not be compromised.
The United States has launched strikes against Iran, with bombings reported in Bandar Abbas, Qeshm, and Ahvaz, and Iran retaliating with attacks on Jordan, Kuwait, and Bahrain. The US naval blockade on Iranian ports has resumed, and President Trump has reversed a plan to charge a toll on cargo through the Strait of Hormuz. The conflict has entered its sixth day, with the International Energy Agency warning about energy security.
The US and Iran exchanged fresh military strikes over the Strait of Hormuz, with Washington targeting Iranian provinces and Tehran hitting Gulf states and shipping. The escalation has undermined the June 17 memorandum of understanding, while oil markets reacted with a 3.5% price rise.
US President Donald Trump has abandoned a proposed 20% fee on ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz, instead opting for trade and investment deals with Gulf states. The decision follows 'highly productive conversations' with Middle East leadership, according to Trump.
US President Donald Trump has abandoned his proposal to charge a 20% fee on cargo shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, saying he will instead pursue trade and investment agreements with Gulf states. The reversal came hours before the US naval blockade of Iranian ports was set to take effect, as US and Iranian forces continued to trade strikes across the region.
Qatar's Father Emir, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, has died at the age of 74, prompting a wave of condolences from regional and world leaders. Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani has been receiving dignitaries and mourners at Lusail Palace, while a four-day public mourning period has been declared.
The United States has carried out a third consecutive night of strikes against Iran and announced the reimposition of a naval blockade on Iranian ports, with President Trump threatening further escalation. The UAE reported that two of its oil tankers were hit by Iranian cruise missiles in the Strait of Hormuz, killing one crew member. Meanwhile, Iran's Revolutionary Guards accused the US of jeopardising global oil and gas supplies.
President Trump announced the reinstatement of a blockade on Iran in the Strait of Hormuz, imposing a 20% toll on eligible cargo, but reversed the toll the next day. The move highlights the fragile ceasefire and the strategic importance of the waterway, with Iran and the US at odds over control.
The United States launched new airstrikes on Iran, prompting retaliation against Gulf Arab states and tankers. As tensions escalate over the Strait of Hormuz, President Trump has warned of further strikes, while oil prices have risen.
The US military has launched a third consecutive night of strikes against Iran, while Iran's Revolutionary Guards Corps announced missile and drone attacks on US facilities in Bahrain. Both sides accuse each other of violating the interim agreement that had ended fighting in June.
US President Donald Trump has declared the reinstatement of a naval blockade targeting Iranian vessels and cargo in the Strait of Hormuz, while stating the United States will act as guardian of the waterway and impose a 20 percent charge on cargo. The move follows renewed military exchanges between US and Iranian forces, including reported Iranian missile strikes on UAE tankers.
US Central Command has confirmed the first combat use of one-way attack sea drones against Iranian targets, striking a naval base and degrading Iran's ability to attack commercial shipping. The strikes come amid an escalating naval blockade and retaliatory attacks, including an Iranian strike on two UAE tankers that killed one crew member.
The Middle East has seen a significant escalation in US-Iran hostilities, with new strikes reported on both sides. Iran's Revolutionary Guards announced attacks on Gulf nations, while the US continued targeting Iranian military sites. Diplomatic efforts, including Pakistan's mediation, face challenges.
Oil prices surged more than 3% after renewed military strikes between the US and Iran raised concerns about shipments through the Strait of Hormuz. While Iran claims it has closed the strait, US officials and Central Command say it remains open. Gulf oil exports have recovered from May lows but remain below pre-war levels.
President Donald Trump announced the US will take control of the Strait of Hormuz and charge a 20% toll on cargo, prompting Iranian officials to assert Tehran's continued guardianship of the waterway. The proposal has drawn criticism from an Israeli security expert who says it validates Iran's own fee demands.
Tensions between the U.S. and Iran have escalated sharply after a weekend of military exchanges near the Strait of Hormuz, with Iran striking a commercial ship and U.S. forces hitting Iranian military targets. Russia's foreign ministry warns of shipping disruption risks, while Pakistan's role in a recent ceasefire agreement surfaces.
Brent crude has risen sharply in recent sessions as US military strikes on Iran and renewed threats to shipping in the Strait of Hormuz unsettle energy markets. Multiple outlets report gains of roughly 4 to 5 percent on different days, alongside higher European gas prices and fresh US moves to levy charges on vessels. Iran’s Revolutionary Guards claimed attacks on US bases while Washington described its actions as responses to threats against commercial shipping.
The United States and Iran have exchanged multiple rounds of strikes this week, with Iran declaring the Strait of Hormuz closed and attacking commercial vessels. Oil prices spiked and markets plunged as shipping disruptions intensified, with the US insisting the waterway remains open.
Pakistan has called on all sides in the US-Iran conflict to exercise restraint, following the collapse of a ceasefire and renewed attacks. Both Al Jazeera and Dawn report Pakistan's diplomatic efforts, including a call with Iran's foreign minister, amid fresh strikes.
The US launched a third round of airstrikes against an Iranian strike on a vessel in the Strait of Hormuz, hitting about 140 targets, while Iran responded by attacking several Gulf Arab states. Analysts describe a US shift toward eroding Iran's capacity to govern and finance its war effort, and a Tehran strategy of widening the battlefield.