The story so far
US Iran Conflict Escalates
Tracked across 9 sources · Updated 4h ago
The US paused a two-week bombing campaign against Iran to allow peace talks, but Iran rejected negotiations. After Iran attacked a US base in Jordan, Trump vowed a forceful response and the US launched fresh heavy strikes on IRGC targets, escalating tensions and impacting global markets.
How it unfolded
4d ago
US launches heavy strikes on IRGC targets
5d ago
Iran attacks US base in Jordan, Trump vows retaliation
6d ago
Trump downplays Russian support for Iran
27 Jul 2026
Iran rejects talks, claims control of Strait
26 Jul 2026
Trump pauses Iran strikes for peace talks
What happened earlier
Latest updates
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Full story →Trump sets terms for Iran deal: open Hormuz, end nuclear threat
US President Donald Trump announced on Truth Social that the US will halt planned strikes against Iran after agreeing to 'parameters' for a peace deal.
The deal parameters include the immediate reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and an end to Iran's nuclear programme.
Trump said Israel has also expressed commitment to halt strikes and reach a peace deal.
Israel previously refused to join the US-Iran ceasefire agreement in June, stating it would prioritize its national security and strike Iran and its proxies like Hezbollah in Lebanon.
Earlier · 26 Jul 2026
Full story →Trump Paused Iran Strikes To Give Peace Talks Some Space': US Official
A US official said Trump paused strikes on Iran to allow space for peace talks.
National Security Advisor Mike Waltz stated the pause was to give diplomacy a chance.
Waltz did not provide further details on the nature of the talks.
There was a weekend lull in fighting between Iran and the United States.
Earlier · 27 Jul 2026
Full story →Iran says it still controls strait, not seeking talks, after Trump halts bombing
Iran says it still controls the Strait of Hormuz.
Iran is not seeking to resume peace talks with the United States.
President Donald Trump halted a two-week bombing campaign.
Top US military brass told Trump the campaign had run its course.
Earlier · 6d ago
Full story →Iran Says It Still Controls Strait, Not Seeking Talks, After Trump Halts Bombing
Iran said it still controls the Strait of Hormuz and is not seeking peace talks with the United States after Trump halted a two-week bombing campaign.
Trump suspended the bombing campaign on the advice of military commanders who said the bombing had reached its limits and targets were running out.
The halt of bombing sent Brent crude oil prices down more than 8% to under $89, after briefly topping $100 last week.
Iran state media said six 'offending ships' were turned back in the Strait of Hormuz on Monday, asserting control over traffic routes.
Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who launched the war alongside Trump, is due to meet Trump in Washington early this week.
Earlier · 6d ago
Full story →'I'll ask Putin': Trump responds to Zelenskyy's claim Russia helped Iran target US bases
Trump said he would ask Putin about allegations Russia helped Iran target US bases.
Zelenskyy claimed Russia provided satellite intelligence to Iran for targeting US bases.
Trump downplayed the alleged Russian assistance, stating it hasn't had much impact.
Trump said the US has 'knocked the hell out of' Iran despite Russian help.
