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The United Kingdom has announced it will list Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps as a terrorist organisation, prompting Tehran to condemn the move. The designation, paired with action against two other groups, comes after threats on British soil and amid rising diplomatic tension.
Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei said Tehran will not allow the Strait of Hormuz to become a source of threats to its national security, and accused the United States of undermining stability in the region. He also defended Iran's record in negotiations, saying Washington is the party that constantly violates agreements.
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.
Pakistani, Qatari and Egyptian negotiators held a fresh series of mediatory talks with the US and Iran to de-escalate tensions, as Iran maintains contact with regional countries and reaffirms its readiness to use all means to ensure its security. The efforts come amid ongoing airstrikes and a history of conflict since late February.
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.
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.
Fresh US military strikes on Iran prompted Tehran to announce the closure of the Strait of Hormuz and to attack targets in several Gulf states. The escalation follows Iran's strike on a container ship, and regional governments report interceptions and damage. US Central Command maintains that commercial traffic continues to flow through the strait.
Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has called for de-escalation and restraint as tensions between the US and Iran continue to rise, with fresh strikes exchanged. Dar engaged with Iranian and Saudi counterparts, emphasizing the importance of dialogue and the Islamabad MoU, signed in June 2026.
At the NATO summit in Ankara, President Trump oscillated between public criticism of allies and a warm private embrace, reaffirming Article 5 and offering Patriot missiles to Ukraine. Analysts see a deepened European defense commitment.
TASS reports multiple explosions across Iranian cities and islands, with CENTCOM confirming strikes against Iran. An IRGC serviceman was killed in a drone attack, and Iran has reportedly begun attacks on US targets.
European countries are reportedly considering voluntary payments for ships crossing the Strait of Hormuz, with proposals for the International Maritime Organization to regulate the fees. The reports indicate Oman has drafted a proposal in cooperation with UK lawyers, while the US continues to advocate for free passage.
US Representative Ro Khanna was detained by Israeli settlers in the West Bank, an incident that has sparked debate over the details and the importance of IDF coordination. Israeli sources dispute parts of Khanna's account, while police arrested four suspects in a separate attack on a CNN crew.
Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has vowed revenge against the US and Israel for the killing of his father, Ali Khamenei, in February's strikes. The vow comes amid escalating threats between Washington and Tehran, with the US demanding Iran open the Strait of Hormuz and Iranian diplomats shuttling to regional talks.
Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has pledged to avenge the killing of his father and predecessor, Ali Khamenei, who died in U.S.-Israeli strikes in February. The vow came as funeral ceremonies concluding with burial in Mashhad drew delegations from dozens of countries, with conflicting reports on international attendance.
Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has vowed to avenge the assassination of his predecessor, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, in a statement that also threatened the killers. The pledge comes amid conflicting reports over whether Tehran has sought to resume negotiations with the US, with Iranian media disputing claims that a request was made.
US President Donald Trump threatened Iran on Saturday, saying 1,000 missiles are locked and loaded, after the funeral of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei saw open calls for his killing. The threat follows Israeli warnings of an Iranian assassination plot and comes amid ongoing US airstrikes and Iranian retaliatory fire across West Asia.
Unnamed US officials have asked Iran to publicly vow to end attacks on vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, while President Trump levies new threats. Iran says it has kept its ceasefire commitments, and both sides trade accusations of violating the memorandum of understanding.
US President Donald Trump said Washington agreed to Iran's request to continue talks, but stressed the ceasefire is over. The announcement follows an exchange of strikes this week and comes as Qatari mediators visit Tehran. Iranian state media denied any request for talks was made.
US President Donald Trump said he has left instructions for a retaliatory strike on Iran at levels 'never seen before' if he is assassinated, amid reports of an Iranian plot. Israel reportedly shared intelligence on the alleged plot, which Trump disputed, while US Ambassador Mike Huckabee confirmed the warning and dismissed prospects of peace with Iran.
TASS, citing sources in Middle East air traffic control, reports US Navy aircraft, including a Boeing E-3B Sentry and refueling tankers, have been detected over the Persian Gulf near Iranian-controlled airspace. The report comes amid heightened tensions following the collapse of a ceasefire between Washington and Tehran.