Strait of Hormuz
Trump threatens Iran trade partners with sweeping economic sanctions
Shifting from military strikes to economic warfare, the US administration has warned international partners against aiding Tehran's financial or energy sectors.
Trump threatens sweeping economic penalties for any nation aiding Iran
President Donald Trump has announced a major economic campaign against Iran, threatening severe penalties for any country that provides the nation with a lifeline.
Trump launches crushing economic operation and economic warfare against Iran
US President Donald Trump announced a major economic operation against Iran, threatening severe penalties for any nation maintaining commercial ties with Tehran.
US urges Hormuz security as Iran escalates threats, UAE detects missile
The US pressed the UAE to secure the Strait of Hormuz amid escalating Iranian threats and a missile launch that triggered a rare public shelter alert.
UAE halts all trade and financial dealings with Iran until further notice
The United Arab Emirates has suspended all trade, commercial exchanges, and financial transactions with Iran until further notice amid escalating regional tensions.
NATO warns it is prepared to respond to potential Iranian threats in Europe
NATO has stated it is ready to defend member states after intelligence indicated that Iran has assessed potential attacks on US military assets in Europe.
Three ships hit in the Strait of Hormuz as oil reaches three-week high
Three ships were struck by unknown projectiles in the Strait of Hormuz, driving up oil prices as diplomatic talks collapsed and tensions rose.
Iran, Trump and the risks of an endless war
The US-Iran cease-fire has collapsed, sending Brent crude past $90 a barrel as traffic through the Strait of Hormuz plummets amid threats.
United States eyes Gulf troop pullback after bases damaged in Iran war
Washington is considering scaling back its military presence in the Persian Gulf following facility damage during the ongoing conflict with Iran.
Iran threatens new offensive while Trump rules out extending ceasefire deal
US-Iran tensions escalate as President Trump and Iranian officials diverge over the status of the Strait of Hormuz following the expiration of a ceasefire.
Iran's Ghalibaf says Hormuz will stay closed until US meets demands
Iran's chief negotiator Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf announced that the Strait of Hormuz will not be opened until the United States meets Tehran's demands.
Trump threatens Oman with bombing over Hormuz deal
US President Donald Trump has threatened to bomb Oman if the Gulf state interferes with Washington's efforts to secure the vital Strait of Hormuz. The ultimatum arrives as a 60-day diplomatic window concerning Iran expires amid escalating regional tensions.
Iran signals readiness for US ground operations as MoU expires
Iranian military authorities have signaled a potential shift toward offensive operations as a key bilateral memorandum with Washington expires, heightening regional tensions.
Trump threatens to bomb Oman as Iran vows to escalate Hormuz tensions
US President Donald Trump has issued a blunt threat to bomb Oman following the expiration of a 60-day memorandum of understanding with Iran over the Strait of Hormuz.
WSJ reveals: Iran's secret plan to escalate the war
A Wall Street Journal investigation reveals that Iranian hardliners plotted to violate a US-Iran memorandum of understanding from the outset to expand regional conflict.
Iran offers $30,000 bounty for killing or capturing US soldiers
The Iranian army has announced a $30,000 reward for killing or capturing US military personnel, with double the amount offered to women. Army chief Amir Hatami stated the plan followed citizen requests.
Iran oil deal will fail to secure Strait of Hormuz long term
Foreign policy experts warn that any near-term diplomatic breakthrough to reopen the Strait of Hormuz will fail to secure the vital waterway long-term due to structural hostilities.
Strait of Hormuz traffic stalls as US threatens economic pressure on Iran
Commercial transit through the Strait of Hormuz has slowed to a near standstill following recent vessel attacks and a sustained US naval blockade. Widespread economic pressure and new financial measures are being prepared.
Donald Trump threatens to seize Strait of Hormuz as US war with Iran grinds on
Donald Trump threatened to declare the Strait of Hormuz a United States territory, escalating the ongoing conflict with Iran that has disrupted global shipping.
Trump was joking about declaring Strait of Hormuz US territory
US President Donald Trump sparked regional defiance and a subsequent White House retreat after stating he would declare the Strait of Hormuz American soil.