The story so far
US-Iran strikes Hormuz crisis
Tracked across 12 sources · Updated 2h ago
The US launched its 5th consecutive day of airstrikes on Iran, targeting military sites near the Strait of Hormuz, raising oil prices above $85 and reducing tanker traffic. Iran signaled openness to diplomacy while retaliating near Kuwait and Bahrain. The White House noted Iran wants a deal. Oil markets and regional actors react as the crisis enters its 6th night.
How it unfolded
6d ago
US launches 6th night of strikes on Iran
16 Jul 2026
Hormuz traffic halved, tanker movement nearly stopped
16 Jul 2026
Iran sets terms for Strait of Hormuz reopening
16 Jul 2026
US military says latest strikes completed, targets Bandar Abbas
16 Jul 2026
Explosions reported near Tehran, air defenses activated
16 Jul 2026
Oil rises for 4th day above $85 on Hormuz fears
15 Jul 2026
Iranian negotiator signals readiness for diplomacy
15 Jul 2026
US launches 5th day of strikes on Iranian military sites
What happened earlier
Latest updates
Latest
Full story →Houthis say they attacked Saudi tankers in the Red Sea, threatening new chokepoint in Iran war
Houthis claimed attacks on two Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea.
The attacks threaten a new chokepoint for global oil supplies.
This adds to the near-closure of the Strait of Hormuz by Iran.
Earlier · 4d ago
Full story →US Launches Airstrikes On Iran To 'Punish' Revolutionary Guard After Deadly Jordan Attack Kills 2 Troops
US launched airstrikes on Iran to punish Revolutionary Guard after Jordan attack killed 2 US troops
Iran suspended its MoU commitments following the strikes
Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei warned of unforgettable lessons for the US
Fighting continues over the Strait of Hormuz
Earlier · 4d ago
Full story →US-Iran war LIVE: US launches fresh strike after IRGC fire kills 2 soldiers, injures 4
US launched fresh airstrikes against Iran after IRGC attack killed 2 US soldiers and injured 4 in Jordan.
US military said strikes aim to 'swiftly punish' Iran's Revolutionary Guard for the casualties.
The incident escalates US-Iran tensions following the attack in Jordan.
Earlier · 4d ago
Full story →CENTCOM hits Iranian assets for eighth consecutive night in retaliation
US CENTCOM conducted eighth consecutive night of strikes on Iranian assets.
Strikes are retaliation for attack that killed two American service members in Jordan.
Operation aims to degrade Iran's military capabilities.
Earlier · 4d ago
Full story →Sirens, Strikes, Shattered Deal: Middle East On Edge As US, Iran Trade Blows
Iran's health ministry reports 50 killed and 500 wounded in latest US strikes.
US and Iran trade blows, escalating tensions in the Middle East.
Sirens and strikes follow a shattered deal between the two nations.
The region remains on edge as conflict intensifies without diplomatic resolution.
