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US Iran Conflict Escalation
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Tensions escalate as Trump orders fresh strikes on Iran, prompting threats of retaliation on regional energy sites. Iran denies claims of a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, while diplomatic efforts with Oman and Gulf nations seek de-escalation.
How it unfolded
12h ago
Iran says close to Hormuz deal with Oman, but no reopening
2d ago
Iran rejects Trump's claim of Strait of Hormuz reopening deal
2d ago
Trump claims parameters reached for deal, cancels strikes
3d ago
Iran threatens to strike Saudi, Qatar, UAE oil and gas facilities
3d ago
Iran warns UK over US access to military bases
3d ago
Iran vows response targeting US energy and Israeli infrastructure
4d ago
Trump orders Iran strikes as soon as this weekend
5d ago
Trump reportedly exasperated over lack of unity on Iran
What happened earlier
Latest updates
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Full story →"Respects Sovereignty Of Both": Iran Says Close To Hormuz Deal With Oman
Iran says it is close to a deal with Oman on the Strait of Hormuz, respecting the sovereignty of both countries.
Details of the new route are not yet clear.
Iran has maintained control over the strategic waterway, through which about 20% of global oil consumption passes daily since the outbreak of war.
The strait is a vital oil shipping route, and any disruption could impact global energy markets.
Earlier · 3d ago
Full story →Trump Orders Fresh Attack On Iran This Weekend, WSJ Reports — SPY, QQQ Drop After-Hours, USO Climbs
President Donald Trump has ordered a new wave of heavy military strikes against Iran, slated as soon as this weekend.
The order comes after recent diplomatic pauses, following heightened regional attacks.
WSJ reports the strike order, indicating potential escalation in the Middle East.
SPY and QQQ dropped after-hours, while USO climbed in response to the news.
Earlier · 2d ago
Full story →US Iran War Live Updates: Iran vows response targeting Israeli infrastructure, US energy facilities if attacked
US President Donald Trump warned on Friday that Washington would strike Iran 'very hard'.
The Wall Street Journal reported that Trump ordered preparations for a new offensive, possibly starting this weekend.
CBS News reported that the US and Israel are coordinating potential joint strikes on Iran's energy infrastructure, including oil refineries and power plants.
Trump had not yet given final approval for the campaign.
The conflict began on February 28, when the US and Israel launched strikes on Iran.
Earlier · 2d ago
Full story →US-Iran war latest update: Trump accuses Tehran of ‘terrorist behaviour’, vessels in Hormuz Strait still being hit
US President Donald Trump threatened more strikes on Iran, saying the US would hit Iran 'very hard' until it 'can't take it anymore'.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said Iran broke a truce memorandum, shot at commercial ships, and killed American soldiers, and will 'continue to pay' until talks.
A tanker was struck in the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday, with Kuwait responding to new drone attacks from Iran.
Iran's military accused the US of fuelling tensions and warned countries against serving as a 'defensive shield' for America.
Israel heavily struck the Gaza Strip even as Hamas agreed to disarm.
Earlier · 2d ago
Full story →Iran Warns Of Retaliation: Plan To Target Saudi, UAE, Qatar Oil And Gas Facilities If US Strikes
Iran threatened retaliation via Tasnim News Agency if the US or Israel strikes Iranian energy infrastructure, as Trump weighs attacks.
Targets include Saudi Arabia's Ghawar oil field, Abqaiq, Khurais; UAE's Zakum field and Ruways refinery; Qatar's North Field and Ras Laffan.
Kuwait's Burgan field, Bahrain's Sitrah refinery, and Israel's Leviathan and Tamar gas fields are also cited in the plan.
A US official told Axios that Trump is seriously considering strikes on Iranian energy targets to pressure Tehran in ceasefire negotiations.
The reported strikes could involve the Israeli military and are expected to trigger Iranian missile attacks on Israel.
