US-Iran

Bessent warns: 'Endgame' with Iran is near

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says the Iran confrontation is entering its “endgame" as Washington prepares an unprecedented economic offensive.

Amid tensions with Iran

Report: Greece moves Patriot battery to Crete

Greece is moving a Patriot air defense battery to Crete amid heightened tensions with Iran and threats against US bases in Europe, local media report.

Iran warns nations:

'Supporting US economic campaign could be an act of war'

Iran warns that countries supporting the US economic campaign could be treated as enemies and threatens to halt all oil exports from the Persian Gulf.

Iran warns US allies:

'Do not join Trump's economic war'

Iran warns countries against joining Trump's economic campaign, threatening confrontation and saying the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed.

Trump:

'Military option against Iran remains on the table'

President Trump says military action against Iran remains an option: They would love a deal but are not ready to make the right one.

US turns to economic pressure

Vance: Iran war has entered 'new phase'

US Vice President JD Vance says the Iran war has entered a new phase, with Washington relying on economic pressure to prevent Tehran from rebuilding.

Report:

Trump suggests intense attacks on Iran if economic pressure fails

Report: President Donald Trump has ordered his Iran negotiating team to freeze talks for several weeks as prospects for a deal with Tehran diminish.

Report: US opens secret Hormuz oil corridor

US forces have established a secret Hormuz shipping corridor moving millions of oil barrels daily, according to an Axios report.

Trump declares 'economic D-Day' against Iran

President Trump announces an unprecedented economic campaign against Iran, threatening severe consequences for countries and businesses that aid Tehran.

Trump:

'Hormuz blockade is 100% successful'

President Trump says the Hormuz blockade is "100% successful" as negotiations with Iran remain stalled and warns Tehran could face severe sanctions.

Iranian Parliament Speaker:

'US seeking concessions beyond MoU'

Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf accuses Washington of seeking concessions beyond the Iran deal as the 60-day talks deadline expires.

Huckabee to Israeli media:

'Another Iran war could happen if regime rejects diplomacy'

In an interview with Channel 12 News, Ambassador Mike Huckabee discusses Iran, Gaza, the US-Israel relationship and recent violence in Qusra.

'A delusion'

IRGC rejects Trump claims of backchannel talks

Iran's IRGC dismisses Trump's claims of backchannel talks, as Trump rules out extending the June framework deal.

Trump rules out extending Iran framework agreement

President Trump declares he will not extend the framework deal with Iran, while maintaining the US holds "total control" over the Strait of Hormuz.

After Trump threats

Iranian Speaker claims war victory

Iran's parliament speaker declares victory over the US and Israel, after officials reject Donald Trump's assertion that the US will control the Strait of Hormuz.

Following tanker attacks

Strait of Hormuz traffic drops to near standstill

Ship tracking data shows transit through the Strait of Hormuz nearly stopped over the weekend following attacks on UAE vessels and stalled US-Iran talks.

Iran MP warns Trump

'He should worry about his own security'

Iranian lawmaker mocks Trump over past security logistics while rejecting the US President's statement that Washington will claim the Strait of Hormuz.

'The Strait will remain Iranian'

Iran unfazed by Trump’s threat to claim Hormuz

Iranian officials assert control over the Strait of Hormuz, say there are no active US talks after President Trump vows to declare the waterway a US territory.

Trump:

'I will declare the Strait of Hormuz US territory'

President Trump announces plans to declare the Strait of Hormuz a US territory, declares Iran’s military and leadership are largely destroyed.

US Treasury Secretary:

Iran facing 'unprecedented' economic isolation

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announces upcoming historic economic isolation measures against Iran alongside the ongoing naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz.

Vance:

'US aims to stabilize oil prices, stop Iranian nuke capability'

VP JD Vance tells Fox News that US strategy in Iran centers on stabilizing energy costs and barring Tehran from developing nuclear weapons.

Report:

US officials questioned Israeli intelligence behind Trump flight

According to The Washington Post, US Intelligence officials doubted Israeli reports of an Iranian plot against Trump, but a covert plane swap was executed out of extra caution.

Huckabee:

'Trump is willing to bankrupt Iran'

Speaking on Newsmax, US Ambassador Mike Huckabee praises Secret Service agents and Mossad intelligence for thwarting Iranian threats against President Trump.

New Details:

How Trump secretly switched planes after Iran missile threat

New details reveal how security officials quietly moved Trump to a smaller military aircraft after intelligence indicated a possible missile threat near the NATO summit in Turkey.

Tehran demands US meet conditions before Hormuz is reopened

Iran’s new national security chief Mohsen Rezaei states the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed until Washington meets Tehran’s demands and ends regional hostilities.

Trump:

'I’m the last person to trust Iran, they’ve lied constantly'

President Trump rejects assertions he trusts Iran, claims total US control of Strait of Hormuz.

US military strikes ship attempting to break Iran naval blockade

US Navy helicopter fires Hellfire missiles at a Panama-flagged cargo ship in the Gulf of Oman after its crew ignores warnings and attempts to enter Iran.

Iran rejects US sanctions

'Harm chances for Middle East diplomacy'

Iran rejects new US sanctions targeting its shadow banking network, warning Washington's pressure campaign undermines potential diplomatic solutions.

'You’ll find out'

Trump teases escalation option with Iran

President Trump warns that military options remain open, rejects Iran's reparations demands, and declares US Navy control over the Strait of Hormuz.

Trump rejects Iran's war reparations demand, makes his own

Trump rejects Iran's compensation demands and orders US negotiators to seek payments for Americans killed or wounded in conflicts with Tehran.

Trump: US 'low keying' Iran

Trump says US will maintain economic pressure on Iran for now, as Tehran delays a Strait of Hormuz agreement and demands an end to the war.

Report:

Trump eyeing way out of Iran war without nuclear agreement

WSJ reports Trump could declare victory without a nuclear deal if Iran fully reopens the Strait of Hormuz and its nuclear threat remains contained.

Strait of Hormuz

Iran outlines strict conditions to restore shipping lanes

Iran outlines strict demands - including an end to the US blockade, sanctions relief, and war reparations - as conditions to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

Pentagon orders defense firms to replenish depleted arsenals

The Pentagon has given defense contractors 21 days to submit plans for accelerating weapons production as conflict with Iran severely drains US missile stockpiles.

Six months into Iran war

Cruz urges Trump to arm protesters to trigger regime collapse

In an interview, Senator Ted Cruz urges the US to arm anti-government protesters to induce regime collapse in Iran, highlighting growing GOP divides over the six-month war.

US official reports progress in Strait of Hormuz accord

US official confirms progress in Oman-Iran talks to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, noting Washington will lift its blockade once a deal is finalized.

Trump orders inquiries over media reports on US munitions

President Donald Trump orders fresh leak probes into Pentagon weapon disclosures following reports of depleted stockpiles.

Amid reports of shortages

Trump acknowledges 'tighter' supply of select missiles

President Trump acknowledges tighter supplies of top-tier weapons during the Iran war while insisting overall US stockpiles remain vast and sufficient.

'War will end pretty soon'

Trump expresses optimism on Iran deal

President Trump predicts the war with Iran will end soon, stating that negotiations are going well and a deal to secure the Strait of Hormuz could be near.

Report:

Trump clashed with Hegseth over missile shortages

The Washington Post reports that tensions flared at Camp David as President Trump confronted War Secretary Hegseth over depleted US missile stockpiles constraining options against Iran.

Tanker and crew safe following explosions in Strait of Hormuz

UKMTO reports two explosions near a tanker off Oman’s Kumzar coast, marking the third maritime safety incident in the Strait of Hormuz within four days.

Trump:

'I would rather make a deal, I don’t want to kill people'

Speaking in Nevada, President Trump states the US is heavily striking Iran while reiterating his preference for a deal to prevent it acquiring nuclear arms.

Trump warns Iran:

'Either they open the Strait or they will get hit very hard'

President Trump tells Fox News the US is holding “good discussions" with Iran, reiterates he will launch major strikes if Tehran fails to open the Strait of Hormuz.

Pakistan pursues quiet diplomacy to ease US-Iran tensions

Senior Pakistani official confirms Islamabad is pursuing behind-the-scenes diplomacy with Washington and Tehran to de-escalate regional tensions.

Report:

IRGC strikes US base in Kuwait with drones

Iran's IRGC reportedly launches drone attack targeting a US military base in Kuwait, causing explosions and fires, though US confirmation remains pending.

Cargo vessel struck off Oman coast amid US-Iran tensions

Cargo ship hit off Oman, the second such incident in as many days.

Trump:

Iran 'unbelievably duplicitous' in denying talks with US

Trump says Iran is secretly engaging in US talks despite public denials, claims US controls Strait of Hormuz and vows will never get nuclear weapons

Riyadh pushes for calm

MBS urges Trump toward diplomatic solutions

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman calls President Donald Trump to urge diplomatic solutions and de-escalation to prevent broader regional instability.

Iranian President:

'US must be compelled to honor MoU'

President Masoud Pezeshkian says Iran must force the US to abide by its signed peace MoU, calling the accord central to future security.

After Trump announces talks

Explosion reported near tanker off Oman

A tanker off Oman reports a nearby explosion with no damage or injuries, occurring just after President Trump announced US-Iran talks would resume.

Trump:

'The talks with Iran will resume tomorrow'

President Trump announces US-Iran talks will resume on Monday after Middle Eastern allies persuade him to hold off on a massive attack to pursue a diplomatic deal.

Watch:

U.S. enforcement operation of Iran’s naval blockade

The U.S. Central Command released footage of the launch of a carrier-based fighter jet taking off in the Arabian Sea as part of operations against Iran.

Trump announces:

'I have agreed to cancel the attack on Iran'

President Trump announces he canceled a planned US strike on Iran following regional requests, demanding Tehran rapidly agree to a deal opening the Hormuz Strait.

Report:

Saudi Crown Prince urged Trump to avoid heavy airstrikes on Iran

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman urged President Trump to seek de-escalation with Iran as Washington considers major strikes on energy facilities, according to Axios.

'We are ready'

Iran vows retaliation for any US-Israeli strikes

Iran warns it has prepared plans to strike US and Israeli energy targets and potentially close the Strait of Hormuz following reports of imminent joint US-Israeli airstrikes.

Report:

Trump orders fresh attack on Iranian targets

Wall Street Journal reports Trump has ordered a fresh attack on Iran that could begin as soon as this weekend. CBS reports the US and Israel are preparing campaign against Iranian energy infrastructure.

'They lie and break their word'

Trump says he is 'losing faith' in Iran

President Trump expresses distrust in Iran, citing broken promises and missile attacks during talks, while reaffirming Iran will not get nuclear arms.

US sanctions global entities aiding Iran’s IRGC

US sanctions six people and firms across four countries for assisting Iran's IRGC and its transport network, Mahan Air, in moving military equipment.

Iran war

Republicans defeat another resolution to halt US military action

Senate Republicans again block a motion to pull US troops from Iran, giving President Trump leeway.

Following Jordan base attack

CENTCOM completes heavy wave of strikes across Iran

CENTCOM conducts strikes on dozens of IRGC targets across Iran in retaliation for attempted Iranian missile attacks on US bases in Jordan.