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Middle East live: US military strikes ship violating its blockade of Iranian ports

The US military announced on Tuesday that it had shot a Panama-flagged ship that was trying to approach an Iranian port in violation of Washington's blockade. President Donald Trump again asserted that the United States was exercising "total control" over the Strait of Hormuz. Follow our liveblog for the latest…

France 24

Iran Replaces Top Security Chief as Hormuz Deal Hangs in Balance—‘Cannot Fight Forever,’ Says Pezeshkian

Iran’s top security official has reportedly stepped down amid ongoing diplomatic negotiations aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz.

Benzinga

'Missile for missile, fire for fire': Iraq militia vows retaliation against US, Saudi Arabia

Harakat Hezbollah al-Nujaba militia, has vowed to retaliate against the United States and Saudi Arabia over joint strikes last month that killed members of Iraq’s Popular Mobilisation Forces (PMF), an Iran-backed paramilitary group.

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US redirects 53 vessels under Iran blockade, CENTCOM says

US CENTCOM redirected fifty-three commercial vessels and boarded two ships. Over thirty ships were permitted passage for humanitarian aid purposes. Sailors maintain F/A-18E Super Hornets aboard USS Abraham Lincoln for readiness. US Vice President JD Vance discussed efforts for safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz. Washington continues to pressure…

The Economic Times

Hormuz Deal Near? CENTCOM Says Southern Shipping Route Remains 'Free and Open' as Trump Touts 'Very Good' Discussions

The U.S. military said the Strait of Hormuz remains open to commercial shipping, as Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated that Washington is close to reaching a deal with Iran.

Benzinga

Iran-US war latest: Trump warns Tehran will be ‘hit very hard’ unless Hormuz reopens

Trump said the agreement would include reopening the Strait of Hormuz and address Iran’s nuclear program

The Independent UK

Did Trump reveal a weak hand in reported crowdsourcing memo seeking ‘creative’ ways to punish Iran?

U.S. military officials say effort to crowdsource a solution to the war via email blast is highly unusual

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CENTCOM Eyes 'Creative and Unconventional' Options Against Iran as Air Power Falls Short

The US military's CENTCOM has resorted to crowdsourcing ideas for new strategies against Iran, highlighting the limited options available as traditional military tactics prove insufficient.

International Business Times UK

US military seeks 'creative' ways to pressure Iran

Centcom analysts are exploring creative and unconventional ways to pressure Iran. This move reflects a broader reassessment of US military strategy beyond conventional airstrikes. US intelligence agencies express skepticism about the effectiveness of ongoing air campaigns. President Trump considers options including intensive bombing and potential ground troop deployment. The United…

The Economic Times

US Military Emails Troops for 'Creative' Ways to Punish Iran as It Appears to Run Out of Ideas

The US military is seeking unconventional strategies to pressure Iran, indicating a strategic stalemate. CENTCOM's request for creative ideas underscores the challenges in the ongoing conflict.

International Business Times UK

US military asks for ‘creative and unconventional ideas’ to punish Iran after Trump’s ‘despair’ over strategy

Iran and the United States are no closer to resolving the conflict after five months of an increasingly unpopular war

The Independent UK

The U.S. Military Has Not Managed To Make Clear Breakthroughs In Iran. It Is Reportedly Turning To Analysts For Ideas

A senior military official sent an email to a broad group of analysts asking for "creative and unconventional ways to pressure and punish Iran," according to a new report.

International Business Times

US military asks troops for 'creative' ways to bring Iran to the negotiating table as airstrikes fail

The US Central Command has asked military analysts for “new creative and unconventional ways to pressure and punish Iran” as Washington considers alternatives to bring Tehran to the negotiating table, CNN reported.

The Times of India

Two reported attacks on tankers near Strait of Hormuz

The Strait of Hormuz, which connects the Persian Gulf with the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Sea, is one of the world's most crucial oil and gas transit chokepoints, carrying roughly a quarter of the global seaborne oil trade.

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The Economic Times

Iran claims to destroy drone hangars, fuel depot at US base in Kuwait

US Iran war: IRGC reported destroying US drone hangars and a fuel facility in Kuwait. The IRGC also claimed a missile strike on Jordan's al-Azraq airbase. US Central Command denied damage to any American aircraft in these incidents. They also refuted claims about a commercial oil tanker violating a US…

The Economic Times

Iran claims to destroy three F-35 jets, damage 3 more in Jordan after US attack

Iran stated it destroyed three US F-35 jets at Jordan's Al-Azraq Air Base. This action was a direct response to American airstrikes on Qeshm Island. US Central Command confirmed large-scale strikes against IRGC targets inside Iran. These strikes aimed to diminish threats posed by Iran and its proxies.

The Times of India

Trump handed war plan to 'cripple' Iran's missiles in 14 days: Report

US President Donald Trump is weighing a 10-to-14-day air campaign against Iran after CENTCOM chief Admiral Brad Cooper proposed strikes aimed at crippling Tehran’s remaining missile capability, according to The Wall Street Journal.

The Economic Times

Iran vows to 'punish the aggressor today' after US strikes IRGC targets, says state media

Iran's Revolutionary Guards have issued a stern warning, promising retribution for what they term aggressive actions following intense US military strikes on IRGC bases. These strikes were executed in retaliation for an attempted ballistic missile attack from Iran. US Central Command confirmed that the operations were directed at significant military…

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The Independent UK

Gaza latest: Trump claims ‘historic’ deal reached with Hamas for complete disarmament

Senior Hamas official says the group will only disarm if Israel fulfils its commitments

The Times of India

Watch: US launches 'surprise attack' across Iran targeting IRGC facilities

The US Central Command (CENTCOM) on Thursday said its forces carried out a large-scale wave of strikes against targets in Iran in response to what it described as attempted missile attacks on US forces a day earlier.

The Economic Times

US claims to strike dozens of IRGC targets in Iran; alleges Iran attempted missile strikes

US Central Command forces conducted significant strikes against dozens of Iranian targets. These actions followed Iran's attempted missile attacks on American forces in West Asia. The strikes aimed to reduce threats posed by Iran and its proxies. US President Donald Trump reaffirmed threats of military action against Tehran. This development…

France 24

US says it struck dozens of Iranian targets in latest wave of attacks

The two-hour operation came in response to Iran’s missile launches targeting American forces in the Middle East, with Washington saying it hit military command centres, drone and missile facilities as well as coastal defence sites.

Euronews

Iran rejects Hormuz deal and launches surprise strike on US forces in Jordan

Tehran rejected an Omani proposal to divide the strait equally and declared Hormuz would "never return to its prewar situation," hours before the IRGC launched multiple ballistic missiles at US forces in Jordan in what CENTCOM called an attempted surprise attack.

International Business Times UK

Trump Vows to 'Beat the F***ing S**t' Out of Iran After Surprise Missile Attack on US Forces

US President Donald Trump has pledged a strong military response after Iran's missile attack on American forces, escalating tensions in the Middle East despite ongoing diplomatic talks.

The Times of India

'They're going to get a beating': Trump threatens Iran with 'hard' response after attack on US bases

United States President Donald Trump warned Iran of a forceful military response. American bases in Jordan faced missile attacks which the US intercepted. Iran's Revolutionary Guard claimed responsibility for the attempted surprise strike. US and Saudi forces also conducted overnight strikes against Iran-backed militias. Global markets reacted to the latest…

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