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News and updates about Strait of Hormuz

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."

US strikes in Iran following attacks on shipping

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.

US launches powerful strikes in Iran

US reinstates sanctions on Iranian oil

US revokes the general license authorizing the sale of Iranian oil following attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz.

US reinstates sanctions on Iranian oil

UAE unveils bold plan to bypass Strait of Hormuz

The UAE is planning major new ports, pipelines and transport links to eliminate its dependence on the Strait of Hormuz for trade.

UAE unveils bold plan to bypass Strait of Hormuz

Iran: Hormuz attack due to violations of agreement

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says Strait of Hormuz attack linked to the ceasefire framework, insists negotiations on final agreement stalled 'as long as threats continue.'

Iran: Hormuz attack due to violations of agreement

IRGC missiles strike commercial ships in Strait of Hormuz

IRGC fires at least two missiles at commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz, severely damaging two vessels and sparking a fire on an oil tanker, according to a US official.

IRGC missiles strike commercial ships in Strait of Hormuz

Breaks to 'friendly' states

Tehran asserts Hormuz transit fees

Iranian ambassador announces new shipping fees for the Strait of Hormuz, defying US pushback while promising discounts for nations that supported Tehran.

Tehran asserts Hormuz transit fees

The Strait of Hormuz and the Straits of Tammuz

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The Strait of Hormuz and the Straits of Tammuz

Ghalibaf threatens: Response to every violation of agreement

Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf claims Iranian aggression in Strait of Hormuz due to destruction of terror infrastructure in Lebanon.

Ghalibaf threatens: Response to every violation of agreement

Report:

US and Iran agree to pause strikes, hold peace summit in Qatar

The US and Iran have paused military strikes ahead of an emergency Tuesday summit in Doha to resolve collapsing ceasefire over the Strait of Hormuz.

US and Iran agree to pause strikes, hold peace summit in Qatar

US strikes Iranian targets in the Strait of Hormuz

US Army says it attacked Iranian targets in the area of the Strait of Hormuz, in response to an attack on a merchant vessel attributed to Iran.

US strikes Iranian targets in the Strait of Hormuz

Report: Iran fumes at Oman over Hormuz passage

Oman trapped between Iranian, US, demands over Strait of Hormuz, New York Times reports.

Report: Iran fumes at Oman over Hormuz passage

Strait of Hormuz:

IRGC attacks vessel, Iran tightens transit rules

Iran's Revolutionary Guard attacks a Singaporean vessel in the Strait of Hormuz. The UN announces a halt to its Persian Gulf ship evacuation program.

IRGC attacks vessel, Iran tightens transit rules

Trump

'Iran assured us there will be no Hormuz tolls'

US President says Iran has agreed not to impose tolls on the Strait of Hormuz and to allow American nuclear inspectors.

'Iran assured us there will be no Hormuz tolls'

Oman unveils temporary Hormuz Strait shipping lane

Oman pairs with the International Maritime Organization to deploy a temporary, fee-free shipping corridor through the strategic Strait of Hormuz.

Oman unveils temporary Hormuz Strait shipping lane

Iran and Oman reaffirm sovereignty over Strait of Hormuz

Iran and Oman announced plans to discuss the future administration of the Strait of Hormuz while reaffirming their sovereignty over the key waterway.

Iran and Oman reaffirm sovereignty over Strait of Hormuz

Data shows:

Maritime traffic plunge after IRGC re-imposes Hormuz blockade

Maritime traffic plummets through the Strait of Hormuz as Iran re-imposed a strict blockade.

Maritime traffic plunge after IRGC re-imposes Hormuz blockade

Trump threatens Iran:

"I’ll blow them to pieces"

US President Donald Trump told Fox News that Washington could become the “guardian angel" of the Strait of Hormuz and take 20% of the oil.

"I’ll blow them to pieces"

Trump insists: Strait of Hormuz will be toll-free

US President Donald Trump reiterates promise that Strait of Hormuz will remain toll-free zone - unless the US decides to impose 'Guardian Angel' tax.

Trump insists: Strait of Hormuz will be toll-free

Pakistani PM:

Hormuz to immediately reopen under new US-Iran pact

Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif endorses the "Islamabad MoU," confirming a Friday ceremony in Switzerland to initiate technical talks and reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

Hormuz to immediately reopen under new US-Iran pact

Iran commits to reopening Strait of Hormuz for just 60 days

The US will lift the naval blockade, remove sanctions, and provide economic assistance to Iran. Tehran declared that it will not develop nuclear weapons.

Iran commits to reopening Strait of Hormuz for just 60 days

Despite MOU:

IRGC launching nightly drone strikes on ships in Hormuz

A US official reveals that the IRGC has launched multiple attack drones toward commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz every night since Sunday's signed memorandum.

IRGC launching nightly drone strikes on ships in Hormuz

US-Iran deal

European powers welcome deal, demand swift reopening of Hormuz

The leaders of France, the UK, Germany, and Italy praise the US-Iran memorandum of understanding, offering a defensive naval mission to safely reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

European powers welcome deal, demand swift reopening of Hormuz

Trump blasts Iran over leaked terms

Pres. Donald Trump sharply criticizes Iran, insisting terms reported in media not part of written agreement, says Tehran cannot be trusted and issues stern warning following an alleged drone attack against Indian vessels leaving the Strait of Hormuz.

Trump blasts Iran over leaked terms

Report: Iran memorandum includes framework for enriched uranium

Agreement between US and Iran includes free passage through Strait of Hormuz; Iranian nuclear program to be discussed later, report says.

Report: Iran memorandum includes framework for enriched uranium

3 Indians killed in US strike

India confirmed three sailors were killed after a US strike disabled an oil tanker accused of violating the blockade on Iran.

3 Indians killed in US strike

'It wasn't a big deal'

Trump downplays downing of Apache helicopter

Trump downplays Iran's downing of a US helicopter in Strait of Hormuz, despite earlier vow that the US would respond.

Trump downplays downing of Apache helicopter

Trump

'Iran shot down Apache helicopter, US will respond'

US Pres. reveals that the helicopter which went down in the Strait of Hormuz earlier today was shot down by Iranian forces, necessitating a US response.

'Iran shot down Apache helicopter, US will respond'

'Pilots are fine'

US Apache helicopter crashed in the Strait of Hormuz

An advanced US Army Apache attack helicopter crashed in the Strait of Hormuz. Both pilots were rescued safely. The cause of the crash is under investigation.

US Apache helicopter crashed in the Strait of Hormuz

EU sanctions IRGC over maritime blockades

The EU sanctions Iranian officials and an IRGC unit for disrupting the Strait of Hormuz.

EU sanctions IRGC over maritime blockades

CENTCOM shoots down two Iranian drones over Strait of Hormuz

CENTCOM announces that US forces shot down two Iranian attack drones in the Strait of Hormuz.

CENTCOM shoots down two Iranian drones over Strait of Hormuz

Iran demands billions of dollars for agreement with USA

Mohsen Rezaei, the senior military adviser to Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, told CNN that the release of frozen Iranian assets is a condition for an agreement with the United States.

Iran demands billions of dollars for agreement with USA

Watch:

US Army disables ship defying Iran naval blockade

US aircraft disables an oil tanker with a Hellfire missile for violating the Iran blockade.

US Army disables ship defying Iran naval blockade

Macron demands:

Quick US-Iran deal, unconditional reopening of Strait of Hormuz

French President Macron urges a swift US-Iran pact and a joint European naval mission in the Gulf.

Quick US-Iran deal, unconditional reopening of Strait of Hormuz

The Litani is no longer the frontier

Why Israel's security now starts at the Strait of Hormuz. Opinion.

The Litani is no longer the frontier

IRGC says it fired missiles at US ships in Strait of Hormuz

Iran's IRGC claims it fired missiles at four US merchant ships who tried crossing the Strait of Hormuz without permission.

IRGC says it fired missiles at US ships in Strait of Hormuz

US sanctions Iranian body accused of Strait of Hormuz extortion

US Treasury Department sanctions Iran’s Persian Gulf Strait Authority, accusing IRGC-linked body of trying to extort vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz, funneling funds to Iran’s terror network.

US sanctions Iranian body accused of Strait of Hormuz extortion

Iran declares: We won't give up on uranium enrichment

Iranian official Ebrahim Azizi warns IRGC won't give up on core demands to reach ceasefire deal with US.

Iran declares: We won't give up on uranium enrichment

Second time this week

US military strikes targets in Strait of Hormuz

The US launches its second strike this week in Iran, hitting military sites near Bandar Abbas. Iranian media report explosions.

US military strikes targets in Strait of Hormuz

After US strikes

Iran accuses US of truce violations

Iran claims the US violated the ceasefire after CENTCOM launched self-defense strikes in the Gulf.

Iran accuses US of truce violations

'Adios'

Trump's puzzling post

Amid reports of the US and Iran reaching a peaceful solution to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, President Trump posts an image portraying a more violent one.

Trump's puzzling post

Trump: Final details of Iran deal to be announced shortly

US President Donald Trump says Strait of Hormuz to be reopened after 'very good' calls with Arab leaders, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

Trump: Final details of Iran deal to be announced shortly

Senior Iranian official:

'Gaps narrowed but still no deal with US'

Iranian official says that while gaps have narrowed with the US, no deal has been reached.

'Gaps narrowed but still no deal with US'

Iran draws 'controlled zone' maps in Strait of Hormuz

Iran's newly formed Persian Gulf Strait Authority releases a map claiming authority over the critical Strait of Hormuz.

Iran draws 'controlled zone' maps in Strait of Hormuz

US intelligence finds 10 new mines in Strait of Hormuz

US intel has detected at least 10 Iranian mines in Hormuz, according to CBS News.

US intelligence finds 10 new mines in Strait of Hormuz

Danon

'Iran needs reality check, Trump knows something must be done'

Israeli Amb. to the UN tells Arutz Sheva the New York Times should apologize for its "outrageous" claims against Israel, stresses importance of Israel Day Parade while Mamdani is mayor.

'Iran needs reality check, Trump knows something must be done'

Report: Iran unable to export crude oil by sea

Iran not managing to export crude oil by sea due to US blockade, though some products succeeded in escaping due to lack of sanctions, report says.

Report: Iran unable to export crude oil by sea

Report: Iraq, Pakistan reach Hormuz shipping deals with Iran

Tehran shifting from threatening to close the Strait of Hormuz toward controlling access, Reuters report claims.

Report: Iraq, Pakistan reach Hormuz shipping deals with Iran

With warships and jets

UK joins global coalition to reopen Strait of Hormuz

The UK is deploying HMS Dragon and Typhoon jets to a 40-nation mission to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

UK joins global coalition to reopen Strait of Hormuz

Trump's problem with Iran's demands

Iran demands control of the Strait of Hormuz, the lifting of sanctions and a ceasefire in Lebanon in exchange for an agreement with the U.S. The demands have provoked anger at the White House.

Trump's problem with Iran's demands

Iran calls for "protection fees" on internet cables in Hormuz

IRGC-affiliated media calls for imposing "protection" payments on the undersea fiber optic cables that pass through the Strait of Hormuz.

Iran calls for "protection fees" on internet cables in Hormuz

IRGC warns:

'Heavy attack on US bases if Iranian tankers are targeted'

The IRGC warns of strikes on US bases and ships if Iran’s maritime trade faces further "aggression."

'Heavy attack on US bases if Iranian tankers are targeted'

Following strikes:

Iranian FM warns US pressure will not break Tehran

Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi accuses the US of undermining diplomacy after strikes near the Strait of Hormuz, claims missile arsenal at 120% since the beginning of the campaign.

Iranian FM warns US pressure will not break Tehran

Trump after Hormuz incident:

'Zero chance Iran will have a nuclear weapon'

Trump tells reporters the US is still negotiating with Iran, explains Pakistan asked that “Project Freedom" be put on hold while talks are ongoing: They agreed not to have a nuclear weapon.

'Zero chance Iran will have a nuclear weapon'

Emirati attack?

Mysterious explosions in Iran

Iranian media report explosions and exchanges of fire near the Strait of Hormuz, with claims pointing to possible UAE involvement.

Mysterious explosions in Iran

Report:

Saudi fallout forced Trump to suspend Hormuz maritime mission

NBC News reports that Trump halted “Project Freedom" in the Strait of Hormuz mission after Saudi Arabia pulled base access.

Saudi fallout forced Trump to suspend Hormuz maritime mission

Trump's ultimatum to Iran

President Trump warned Iran that it must agree to the terms of the agreement to end the conflict or face even more intense bombing than before.

Trump's ultimatum to Iran

Trump announces:

'Project Freedom' paused to pursue agreement with Iran

Trump pauses "Project Freedom" in the Strait of Hormuz to seek an Iran deal, while keeping the naval blockade in effect.

'Project Freedom' paused to pursue agreement with Iran

Rubio declares:

'Operation Epic Fury is over'

Secretary of State Marco Rubio says Operation Epic Fury ended after Iran's nuclear shield has been dismantled, explains the focus now shifts to Project Freedom.

'Operation Epic Fury is over'

Rubio

'Goal of Project Freedom is to rescue 23,000 sailors'

Secretary of State Rubio holds White House Press briefing on the conflict with Iran in the Strait of Hormuz, accuses Iran of piracy and holding tens of thousands of civilian sailors hostage.

'Goal of Project Freedom is to rescue 23,000 sailors'