RARE PHOTOS: 15 - The Real Truth

Trump claims strait of Hormuz open to commercial traffic despite Iran earlier announcing closure – as it happened

Tehran reportedly attacks Gulf countries following fresh US strikes

The Guardian - UK · Jul 12

Middle East ceasefire dead as US bombs Iran again, Hormuz shuts and missiles fly over Gulf countries — top developments

The United States carried out a third round of strikes on Iran after accusing Tehran of attacking a commercial container ship in the Strait of Hormuz. In response, Iran announced that it had once again closed the strategic waterway, stepped up attacks on US military facilities across the Gulf and…

The Times of India · Jul 12

Iran Rejects Restart of Talks As Renewed Strikes Slow Hormuz Shipping

Iran has rejected restarting talks with the US unless the Trump administration "first retreats from its current positions," the semi‑official Fars News Agency reported on Saturday.

Benzinga · Jul 11

Iran War Runtime: A day or two, a week, or a month? White House official says this

The United States anticipates prolonged military exchanges with Iran over the Strait of Hormuz. This escalation follows the collapse of a 60-day ceasefire agreement between the two nations. Iran insists on controlling passage through the strategic waterway, while the US aims for safe navigation. Both sides have engaged in retaliatory…

The Economic Times · Jul 9

US launches new strikes on Iran as Trump vows to hit ‘hard’

TEHRAN - The United States launched new strikes on Iran on Wednesday after President Donald Trump vowed to hit “hard” following Iranian attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz.

Bangkok Post · Jul 8

How Iran's 'golden weapon' of Hormuz became a bigger priority than its long-disputed nuclear programme

Iran views control of the Strait of Hormuz as a vital strategic asset. This waterway is now a higher priority than its nuclear program. Recent actions have led to exchanges of fire with the United States. An interim peace deal's wording on the strait remains a point of contention. Iran…

The Economic Times · Jul 8

Oil prices rise sharply after Iran launches attacks on tankers near strait of Hormuz

Brent crude benchmark rose to more than $80 a barrel, its steepest increase since ceasefire began

The Guardian - UK · Jul 8

Damaged Qatari LNG tanker awaits salvage after strike as Hormuz risks escalate

A Qatari LNG tanker remains stuck off Oman after being hit by a projectile. U.S. forces reported two other tankers were targeted by Iran recently. These attacks prompted the U.S. to revoke Iran's oil sales license. Global oil prices jumped significantly following these developments. The U.N. shipping agency condemned the…

The Economic Times · Jul 8

Gulf states brace again for fiery US-Iran showdown as tensions spiral

From the front lines of the US-Iran confrontation, the Gulf nations have again urged both sides, with strategic restraint, not to abandon their negotiations, while Tehran is telegraphing that the Strait of Hormuz is now Iran's.

Euronews · Jul 8

Indian-flagged crude tanker turns back from Strait of Hormuz after vessel attacks: Report

Several oil and gas tankers have turned back from the Strait of Hormuz. This action follows renewed attacks on vessels in the critical waterway. A Qatari LNG tanker and a Saudi crude oil tanker were damaged near the strait. Maritime authorities have raised the threat risk for transiting vessels to…

The Economic Times · Jul 8