US-Iran

'We have more than we need'

Trump rejects claims of dwindling munitions

President Trump rejects reports that he delayed massive two-week military strike on Iran over concerns about declining missile stockpiles.

US military boards tanker to enforce Iranian naval blockade

US forces board a Comoros-flagged tanker and detail the disabling of another vessel, confirming its naval blockade against Iran remains in full effect.

Report:

Trump paused expanded Iran campaign over defense stockpiles

President Trump paused plans for an expanded military campaign against Iran amid warnings over dwindling air defense missile stockpiles, The New York Times reports.

US intelligence:

Mojtaba Khamenei more open to build nuclear bomb

US intelligence reports indicate Iran’s new Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, is more open to acquiring nuclear weapons than his father.

NYT report:

Credible Iranian threat prompted Trump’s Air Force One swap

A credible threat by Iranian proxies forced President Trump to swap aircraft in Turkey following security warnings, according to The New York Times.

'It’s time that they do it'

Trump stresses: Saudi nuclear pact hinges on Abraham Accords

President Donald Trump states again that Saudi Arabia must join the Abraham Accords as condition for US civil nuclear deal, notes that Iran's weakened status makes normalization easier.

Iran strikes

Trump meets cabinet to evaluate escalating military action

President Trump meets key cabinet officials to weigh a major military escalation against Iran after ceasefire breakdown.

Iran warns:

Strikes on Tel Aviv if Trump expands campaign to Tehran

Iranian officials tell New York Times that Iran will attack Tel Aviv and urge Houthis to block the Bab al-Mandab if Trump acts on threats to strike Tehran and key infrastructure.

13th consecutive night:

CENTCOM wraps Iran strikes to protect shipping lines

CENTCOM completes its 13th night of strikes on Iranian command hubs and drone sites, as Tehran activates air defenses. Explosions in Bandar Abbas and Ahvaz.

Senate blocks resolution

House passes measure to end Iran war

House approves a nonbinding measure directing President Trump to end hostilities in Iran, but a binding resolution fails to pass in the Senate.

Report:

Iran rejects Iraqi PM’s proposal for US ceasefire plan

Iraq’s Prime Minister presents a US-Iran ceasefire proposal in Tehran following Trump talks, while Iran’s Foreign Minister blames America's attitude for ongoing conflict.

Trump warns Iran:

'Damaged ships and cargo will be paid for with seized assets'

President Trump declares that any damages to commercial ships or cargo from Iranian actions will be paid for directly using seized Iranian assets held by the US.

IRGC declares Strait closed

US hits Iran for 12th consecutive night

CENTCOM completes its 12th consecutive night of strikes on Iranian military sites, while the IRGC declares the Strait of Hormuz closed and warns uncoordinated ships against transit.

Amid Iran tensions

Report: US moves stealth jets and bombers to Middle East

Washington is deploying additional troops, medical personnel, and aircraft to the Middle East as President Trump considers expanding operations against Iran, reports The Wall Street Journal.

Trump:

'Iran wants a deal, but they're not ready for one'

At a Georgia rally, President Trump says Iran wants a deal but isn't ready, after earlier threatening to bomb Iranian power plants if shipping attacks continue.

Report:

US probing possible Russian role in Iranian attacks on CIA sites

Reuters says US intelligence is investigating whether Russia provided Iran with targeting data or advanced drone technology for attacks on CIA facilities.

11th consecutive night

CENTCOM hits Iranian hangars and logistics

CENTCOM completes its 11th consecutive night of strikes against Iranian military targets to protect Strait of Hormuz shipping following months of Iranian aggression.

Hegseth: US war in Iran has cost $37.5 billion so far

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth tells lawmakers that US operations in Iran have cost $37.5 billion to this point, warning of training cuts if additional funds are delayed.

Iran's army threatens

'Decisive strikes on US assets if nuclear sites targeted'

Iran’s military warns of decisive regional retaliation if the US strikes its nuclear facilities following President Trump’s pledge to hit sites under construction.

Smotrich:

No need for Israel to enter Iran campaign now

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich says Israel should focus on economic pressure against Iran, calling the current confrontation situation favorable.

Tenth straight night

US wraps Iran strikes, Iran targets Kuwait base and oil tankers

CENTCOM completes its tenth night of strikes on Iranian military sites, while Iran fires missiles at a US base in Kuwait and attacks two oil tankers.

Pentagon says nearly 100 US troops injured since July 7

Defense officials confirm nearly 100 US service members suffered mostly minor injuries since July 7, pushing back on claims the Pentagon hid the data.

Israeli assessment

Iran moved thousands of centrifuges to Pickaxe Mountain

The Wall Street Journal reports that Israeli intelligence estimates Iran relocated thousands of centrifuges to Pickaxe Mountain.

Amid Middle East tensions

State Department issues global security warning

US State Department issues a global travel advisory, warning citizens of complex Middle East tensions, potential travel disruptions, and overseas threats.

Trump to decide on broader military offensive targeting Iran

President Trump is expected to decide shortly whether to expand military strikes against Iran, according to Fox News.

Trump warns Iran:

'They will pay many times over!'

US President Trump said that the Iranian regime will pay for any US servicemembers they kill.

Trump:

'We hit Iran very hard tonight'

President Trump announces that the US military heavily damaged Iran during a ninth night of strikes: They've got very little left.

Ninth consecutive night

US wraps up Iran strikes as IRGC attacks oil tankers in Hormuz

CENTCOM completes a ninth night of strikes on Iranian command and defense sites, as the IRGC retaliates by attacking two oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz.

After IRGC attack on US troops

Eighth night of US strikes hits Iran

CENTCOM conducts its eighth straight night of precision strikes on Iranian military sites while Iran launches retaliatory drone and missile attacks into Kuwait.

'I couldn’t care less'

Trump shrugs off Iran scrapping MOU

President Trump dismisses Iran's announcement that it will no longer honor the MOU.

Amid MidEast tensions

State Department issues worldwide caution to Americans

US State Department issues a Worldwide Caution alert advising citizens to exercise increased caution due to rising Middle East tensions and potential threats.

Seventh consecutive night

US launches strikes targeting Iranian military assets

CENTCOM conducting seventh straight night of precision strikes against Iranian military targets, with explosions reported in Bandar Abbas.

Iran warns:

'Offensive and destructive phase if US strikes continue'

Military adviser to Iran's Supreme Leader warns that continued US strikes will push the nation into a destructive offensive phase targeting American bases.

Sixth wave of strikes

US targets Iranian airports, bridges, and logistics hubs

CENTCOM completes sixth consecutive night of precision strikes on Iranian military sites, while Iran launches drone counterattacks and warns it would target regional infrastructure.

US Marines board tanker as Navy enforces blockade on Iran

CENTCOM releases footage of US Marines boarding a tanker in the Gulf of Oman while enforcing its "steel wall" naval blockade against Iranian ports.

Iran strikes continue

Report: US expands strike campaign into northern Iran

CENTCOM concludes another wave of precision strikes on Iranian command sites, with attacks reportedly expanding northward to reach Semnan Province and areas surrounding Tehran.

Report:

Trump weighing ground force deployments in Iran

President Trump is weighing escalatory military options against Iran - including strikes on a deep nuclear facility and island seizures - as diplomacy stalls, reports The Wall Street Journal.

CENTCOM enforces blockade

Missiles strike tanker headed to Kharg Island

CENTCOM disables unladen oil tanker headed for Iran with Hellfire missiles after it ignores warnings, enforcing its reinstated naval blockade.

Trump:

'Iran will be defeated very soon'

President Trump claims Iran will be defeated soon, criticizes past US leaders for failing to act, and suggests Tehran is eager for a settlement.

Dozens of targets hit

US completes seven-hour strike wave in Iran

CENTCOM completes a seven-hour wave of strikes on Iranian military sites while resuming its naval blockade.

CENTCOM chief:

'Iran attacked seven commercial ships over past week'

CENTCOM Chief Adm. Brad Cooper accuses Iran of intentionally attacking seven ships in seven days, killing or injuring nearly a dozen crew members.

Vows heavy retaliation

Iran warns US naval blockade has shattered deal

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister warns that a renewed US naval blockade has dismantled their peace accord, vowing a non-proportional response that will make Washington regret its actions.

Trump warns:

Infrastructure strikes on Iran unless Tehran negotiates deal

In an interview with Fox News, President Trump warns that US strikes will target Iran's power plants and bridges unless Iranian officials return to the table to negotiate a deal.

Trump drops 20% fee on ships passing through Hormuz

President Donald Trump says the Strait of Hormuz will remain open to global shipping while imposing a full blockade on Iranian-linked vessels.

Third consecutive night

CENTCOM completes 5-hour mission, hits key Iranian sites

US forces launch a third straight night of strikes on Iranian targets to degrade threats against commercial ships in Hormuz.

Trump:

'Deal with Iran is still possible despite ongoing strikes'

Speaking from the Oval Office, President Trump comments on Iran strikes, says US forces have crippled Tehran's military and secured the Strait of Hormuz but reiterates a deal is still possible.

Trump:

'We’re going to hit Iran hard tonight and tomorrow'

President Trump vows ongoing severe strikes against Iran, warns of targeting the subterranean Pickaxe nuclear facility, and defends his relationship with Netanyahu.

Fourth time this week

US deploys attack drones, hits dozens of targets in Iran

CENTCOM completes a new wave of precision strikes on Iranian military sites to protect the Strait of Hormuz: “Iran does not control the Strait of Hormuz."

'War crimes'

Tehran denounces US strikes, claims they violate MoU

Tehran accuses the US of committing war crimes and breaking the peace agreement with recent strikes, launched in response to Iranian attacks on commercial ships.

Third wave of strikes

US hits 140 Iranian military targets

US forces strike 140 Iranian military targets after an IRGC attack on a container ship, triggering Iranian missile responses across Gulf nations.

New ultimatum:

US demands Iran pledge to halt shipping attacks by Saturday

The Trump administration has demanded that Tehran publicly declare the Strait of Hormuz open and pledge to cease firing on commercial ships by Saturday.

Trump reveals he's left instructions if Iran assassinates him

Trump discloses he has authorized military retaliation against Tehran if they assassinate him: Bomb them like they’ve never seen before.

'Cease Fire is OVER!'

Trump claims Iran wants talks despite growing escalation

President Trump declares the ceasefire over but claims Iran asked to continue talks, while Iranian officials deny reports of an upcoming Swiss summit.

US maintains talks with Iran despite wave of retaliatory strikes

A US official confirms Washington is pursuing technical nuclear talks with Tehran to prevent an Iranian nuclear weapon, despite US retaliatory strikes in Iran.

90 targets struck

US strikes in Iran following attacks on shipping

US forces strike 90 Iranian military and infrastructure targets, prompting Iranian threats of immediate retaliation. Trump: "This is in retribution for yesterday’s bombing of ships by Iran."

Trump:

'Iran called, they want to make a deal so badly'

President Trump claims a "desperate" Iran is seeking a deal following intense US strikes, but says he remains skeptical about whether they will honor terms.

'They're cuckoo'

Trump expresses doubt over Iran deal: 'I'm not seeing it'

US President Donald Trump voiced his dissatisfaction with the Iranian regime's actions and said that the US would probably conduct strikes against Iranian targets again.

Iran claims attacks on 85 US targets in Bahrain, Kuwait

IRGC claims combined missile and drone attack on 85 US military sites in Bahrain and Kuwait, warns they are prepared for further escalation.

More than 80 targets

US launches powerful strikes in Iran

US military strikes targets in Iran in response to attacks on three tankers in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran fires on Bahrain and Kuwait in response.

Iran regime advisor: The US will sabotage the talks

Iranian advisor Mohsen Rezaee accuses the US of undermining peace talks after Washington revokes Iran's oil license following naval attacks in Hormuz.