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First Thing: US attacks tanker in continuing Iran conflict as Tehran releases US citizen

US renews blockade of Iranian ports, while Iran attacks sites in Bahrain and Kuwait. Plus, legendary director John Waters on 60 years of screen carnage

The Guardian - UK

US expands strikes into northern Iran and disables ship trying to run blockade

The United States intensified its strikes against Iran, hitting targets farther north. Iran retaliated by launching missiles and drones at US allies in the region. The interim ceasefire has collapsed, leading to days of back-and-forth attacks. The conflict is focused on the Strait of Hormuz, impacting shipping traffic. Efforts continue…

The Economic Times

Iran reports fresh strikes near Qeshm Island and accuses US over ‘barbaric’ hospital attack – as it happened

Iranian news agencies say a US missile hit island in strait of Hormuz, after foreign ministry said children’s cancer hospital in Ahvaz had to be evacuated

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US broadens Iran offensive; Tehran strikes Bahrain, Kuwait

United States forces intensified strikes targeting Iran early Thursday, hitting new locations. Iran retaliated with missile and drone fire targeting Bahrain and Kuwait. Days of back-and-forth strikes have shredded the interim deal to end the Iran war. The United States reimposed a naval blockade on the Islamic Republic. Both nations…

The Economic Times

US targets Iran's Qeshm island in the Strait of Hormuz

The United States ramped up attacks on Iran on Thursday, reportedly striking near Qeshm island and targets farther north – including around Tehran for the first time – as well as firing on a ship accused of trying to break the US naval blockade. Iran fired back by launching missiles…

France 24

US reports 'wave of strikes' on Iran as war returns

The United States initiated strikes against Iran after reimposing a naval blockade. Iran's Revolutionary Guards reported targeting the US Fifth Fleet in Bahrain. President Donald Trump threatened wider strikes unless Tehran negotiates peace. Tensions remain high over the Strait of Hormuz, a vital oil transit route.

The Economic Times

'Region's oil and gas exports are either for everyone or for no one': IRGC warns after claiming strikes on US 5th fleet base in Bahrain

Iran's IRGC warned of targeting oil routes for US allies after striking a naval base. The force claimed destruction of command centers and fuel tanks at the base in Bahrain. US forces conducted strikes on Iranian military targets near the Strait of Hormuz. These strikes aimed to degrade Iran's ability…

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Iran-US war latest: Trump says Tehran ‘better behave’ as US launches second wave of strikes in 24 hours

Trump did not identify the US citizen, but said she was ‘wrongfully detained in December of 2024’

The Independent UK

Iran claims drone strikes targeted Al-Azraq base in Jordan during 'Operation Lightning'

Iran's army has claimed that it carried out drone strikes on the Al-Azraq military base in Jordan, targeting facilities including F-18 fighter jet locations, accommodation buildings and an equipment shed as part of the seventh phase of 'Operation Lightning', according to an official statement carried by Iran's state-run IRIB.

The Economic Times

Lebanon, Israel conclude talks, agree to implement ‘pilot zones’

Lebanon and Israel completed a new round of US-mediated negotiations in Rome on Wednesday, agreeing to implement "pilot zones" in southern Lebanon where Israeli forces would withdraw and turn over control to the Lebanese army, the US State Department said. Follow our liveblog to see how the day's events unfolded.

France 24

Iran's IRGC attacks on US military assets in Bahrain, Kuwait in 'Operation Nasr 2'

Iran's Revolutionary Guard targeted US military assets in Bahrain and Kuwait. These strikes were a direct response to earlier American attacks on Iranian positions. The operation involved simultaneous missile and drone attacks on military facilities. Iran warned of further retaliation if US actions continue in the region. The exchanges highlight…

The Economic Times

War returns to West Asia, oil seesaws as Hormuz bleeds

The United States launched a third round of strikes on Iran. Iran retaliated by attacking US military bases in Jordan and Bahrain. Two Emirati oil tankers were struck by Iranian cruise missiles in the Strait of Hormuz. Oil prices pared gains after President Trump announced new trade deals. Global markets…

The Economic Times

Trump withdraws Hormuz tolls threat but says US will continue to blockade Iran

US hits targets in port cities of Bushehr and Bandar Abbas while Iran targets Bahrain and Jordan in retaliation

The Guardian - UK

Bahrain EDB’s CEO H.E. Noor is doubling down on growth amid mounting regional headwinds

As Gulf states compete through scale and headline-grabbing mega-projects, Bahrain EDB’s CEO H.E. Noor is pursuing a different path—leveraging regulatory innovation, specialist sectors, and strategic partnerships to position the kingdom as the region's agile investment hub.

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Bahrain EDB bids to win investors despite mounting headwinds

As the race for Gulf capital intensifies, Bahrain is competing on its own terms

The Independent UK

Iran-US war latest: Trump threatens to hit civilian targets in Iran as US resumes Strait of Hormuz blockade

The US launched more strikes against Iran and reinstated its naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz Tuesday

Euronews

US launches strikes on Iran for third straight night as Trump says deal still 'possible'

Following the latest US strikes, the UAE said Iran attacked two ships in the Strait of Hormuz with missiles, as Iran said it carried out strikes on Bahrain.

Euronews

Trump reimposes US blockade and demands 20% Hormuz shipping fee

Trump declared the US would collect a 20% fee on all Hormuz cargo as "Guardian of the Strait," flipping the script on Iran's own toll demands, while US forces struck dozens of targets in Iran and the IRGC hit Bahrain, Jordan, Kuwait and Oman in the biggest exchange since the…

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The Independent UK

Trump is a toxic ally. His war with Iran is once again spreading across the Gulf

ANALYSIS: As the war in Iran spreads again to Oman, Bahrain and Kuwait and Donald Trump announces a 20 per cent toll on all ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz, it’s time the Gulf states realised the US president is a dangerous ally, writes world affairs editor Sam Kiley

The Times of India

Watch: Iran fires missile towards US targets with 'GAME OVER USA' painted on it

Iran launched a ballistic missile with "GAME OVER USA" painted on its body. This action followed recent United States strikes on Iranian military targets. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps claimed missile and drone operations against American facilities. These strikes targeted bases in Jordan, Bahrain, and Kuwait. Iran warned against further…

Bangkok Post

Middle East rocked by heaviest attacks since Iran-US ceasefire

TEHRAN - The Middle East has been rocked by US and Iranian attacks of a scale unseen since an April ceasefire, as fighting over the strategic Strait of Hormuz threatened to derail efforts to permanently end the war.

The Guardian - UK

Trump says US reinstating blockade on Iranian ports – as it happened

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The Independent UK

Iran-US war latest: Trump launches new wave of strikes as UAE condemns Iran’s ‘brazen’ attacks on tankers

Donald Trump has said the US will be guardians of Strait of Hormuz and impose a 20 percent toll on ships using it

The Economic Times

Iran launches 'eye-for-an-eye' operation, claims strikes on US bases in Gulf

Iran's IRGC reported missile and drone strikes on US bases in Jordan, Bahrain, and Kuwait. These actions were claimed as retaliation for recent US military strikes within Iran. The IRGC stated its aerospace forces targeted specific facilities at Prince Hassan, Sheikh Isa, and Ali Al-Salem Airbases. This operation, termed 'eye-for-an-eye,'…

The Economic Times

US and Iran vie for Strait of Hormuz, waterway key to global energy supplies, in latest attacks

The United States and Iran both claim control over the Strait of Hormuz. Escalating attacks across the Middle East threaten ongoing diplomacy to end the war. US forces struck dozens of Iranian sites, including air defense systems and radar. Iran rejected the US statement, asserting its territorial claim over the…

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