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US forces launch new strikes on Iran following Strait of Hormuz attacks

US forces launch new strikes on Iran following Strait of Hormuz attacks

Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz have reached a critical point as U.S. military forces launch extensive strikes against Iranian targets. The escalation follows an attack on a container ship and threatens the future of the interim ceasefire.

World ·13 Jul 2026, 06:32 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Strait of Hormuz remains open as US and Iran exchange missile strikes

Strait of Hormuz remains open as US and Iran exchange missile strikes

Vessel traffic continues near the Strait of Hormuz despite intense missile and drone strikes between the United States and Iran. Diplomatic efforts to de-escalate the military confrontation remain uncertain.

World ·13 Jul 2026, 01:02 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Iran launches retaliatory strikes on Gulf nations after major US assault

Iran launches retaliatory strikes on Gulf nations after major US assault

Following U.S. airstrikes on Iranian targets, Iran has launched retaliatory attacks against facilities in several Gulf nations. The escalation has led to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz and a breakdown in diplomatic ceasefire efforts.

World ·12 Jul 2026, 20:32 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
US launches major strikes on Iran as Tehran targets multiple Arab nations

US launches major strikes on Iran as Tehran targets multiple Arab nations

Following an Iranian attack on a container ship, the US military launched intensive airstrikes, triggering retaliatory missile fire across the Middle East.

World ·12 Jul 2026, 17:33 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Iran escalates regional attacks and declares Strait of Hormuz closed

Iran escalates regional attacks and declares Strait of Hormuz closed

Tensions have surged in the Persian Gulf as Iran closes the Strait of Hormuz and attacks regional targets following a large-scale U.S. military offensive.

World ·12 Jul 2026, 15:32 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
US demands public Iranian pledge to secure Strait of Hormuz transit

US demands public Iranian pledge to secure Strait of Hormuz transit

The U.S. is pressuring Iran to guarantee toll-free transit through the Strait of Hormuz following the collapse of a ceasefire. Tensions remain high as global oil prices surge amid ongoing military and diplomatic friction.

World ·12 Jul 2026, 06:07 ·Leah Bennett 4 min read
Iran and Oman talks fail to resolve Strait of Hormuz transit dispute

Iran and Oman talks fail to resolve Strait of Hormuz transit dispute

Negotiations in Muscat failed to bridge the gap between U.S. and Iranian demands regarding maritime transit. As the ceasefire remains dissolved, the threat of further military escalation and economic disruption persists.

World ·11 Jul 2026, 22:32 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
US seeks Iranian pledge to free up Strait of Hormuz

US seeks Iranian pledge to free up Strait of Hormuz

Washington is pushing for a public pledge from Tehran to keep the Strait of Hormuz open as mediation efforts begin in Oman following recent military strikes.

World ·11 Jul 2026, 19:31 ·Leah Bennett 4 min read
Iran’s new supreme leader vows revenge for father’s death as Trump warns

Iran’s new supreme leader vows revenge for father’s death as Trump warns

New supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei has pledged to seek revenge following his father's death in a February airstrike. In response, President Trump has declared that military measures are prepared to target Iranian interests.

World ·11 Jul 2026, 16:03 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Trump threatens to completely decimate Iran following assassination threats

Trump threatens to completely decimate Iran following assassination threats

President Donald Trump has declared the U.S.-Iran ceasefire over following renewed military engagements and ongoing tensions in the Strait of Hormuz.

World ·11 Jul 2026, 14:04 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Trump warns he has ordered US military to obliterate Iran if assassinated

Trump warns he has ordered US military to obliterate Iran if assassinated

President Trump has issued a warning that the U.S. military is prepared to strike Iran following alleged threats against his life. This escalation coincides with the breakdown of recent ceasefire agreements and heightened tensions in the Strait of Hormuz.

World ·11 Jul 2026, 10:02 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
US demands Iran guarantee Strait of Hormuz is open and stop attacks

US demands Iran guarantee Strait of Hormuz is open and stop attacks

Following the dissolution of an interim ceasefire, the U.S. has demanded that Iran guarantee the Strait of Hormuz remains open and halt all attacks on vessels.

World ·11 Jul 2026, 05:02 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Trump declares ceasefire with Iran over despite ongoing diplomatic talks

Trump declares ceasefire with Iran over despite ongoing diplomatic talks

President Trump has declared the end of the ceasefire agreement with Iran following a week of military strikes, though both nations continue diplomatic talks.

World ·11 Jul 2026, 03:31 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Trump threatens to bomb Iran if assassinated by Tehran

Trump threatens to bomb Iran if assassinated by Tehran

President Trump declared that the June ceasefire with Iran is no longer in effect while warning of military retaliation following threats to his life.

World ·11 Jul 2026, 01:02 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Who launched the latest airstrikes against Iran? Right now it's a mystery

Who launched the latest airstrikes against Iran? Right now it's a mystery

Unclaimed airstrikes have struck across Iran, deepening regional uncertainty as Tehran responds with missile volleys against neighboring nations.

World ·10 Jul 2026, 23:01 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
US and Iran hold indirect talks via Qatar to revive stalled ceasefire

US and Iran hold indirect talks via Qatar to revive stalled ceasefire

The United States has declared a previous ceasefire void following recent military strikes, yet continues indirect communications with Iran via Qatar. Qatari mediators are working to stabilize the situation as tensions surrounding the Strait of Hormuz persist.

World ·10 Jul 2026, 22:02 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Israel shares intelligence with US on new Iranian plot to kill Donald Trump

Israel shares intelligence with US on new Iranian plot to kill Donald Trump

Israel has provided intelligence to the White House regarding a specific new Iranian plot to assassinate President Donald Trump amid rising regional tensions. This development has led to immediate strategic security adjustments for the President's travel.

World ·10 Jul 2026, 12:32 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
US and Iran exchange airstrikes and missiles threatening ceasefire deal

US and Iran exchange airstrikes and missiles threatening ceasefire deal

Middle East tensions have intensified as the U.S. and Iran engage in escalating fire, placing an interim ceasefire agreement in jeopardy.

Transport ·10 Jul 2026, 08:36 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
Iran accuses US of striking Bushehr nuclear plant perimeter

Iran accuses US of striking Bushehr nuclear plant perimeter

Iran claims a U.S. strike hit the perimeter of the Bushehr nuclear power plant, a charge the Pentagon denies following its July 8 military operations.

Transport ·10 Jul 2026, 04:34 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
Trump hails second night of US strikes on Iran as retribution

Trump hails second night of US strikes on Iran as retribution

U.S. forces conducted a wide-ranging offensive against Iranian military infrastructure following attacks on commercial shipping. The IRGC retaliated with strikes against U.S. bases in Kuwait and Bahrain.

Transport ·10 Jul 2026, 00:34 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read