The Latest Breaking News from Iran

Strait of Hormuz Tensions Flare Again as US Strikes Iran Over Attack on Ships: Oil Climbs, Dow Futures Head Lower

Late Tuesday, U.S. military strikes on Iran renewed fears of a wider Middle East conflict, sending oil prices higher and weighing on equity futures as investors monitored the security of the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most critical energy shipping routes.

Benzinga · Jul 8

Global Market Today: Oil rises, Asian stocks steady as US strikes Iran

Oil prices surged as the United States conducted airstrikes and revoked waivers for Iran. Asian stocks remained largely unchanged while investors assessed the geopolitical situation. S&P 500 and Nasdaq futures showed slight gains after earlier declines in US markets. Renewed tensions risk energy market disruptions and undermine the recent US-Iran…

The Economic Times · Jul 8

US and Iran threaten return to war after fiercest exchange of fire since truce

Ceasefire appears close to unravelling after three commercial vessels are hit and two militaries target each other

The Guardian - UK · Jul 8

US oil prices jump after US military launches strikes against Iran

U.S. oil prices increased significantly after military strikes against Iran. These actions followed Iranian attacks on three commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. A Qatari liquefied natural gas tanker reported being struck by a drone. Maritime security sources indicated a Saudi-flagged crude oil tanker was also damaged. Fears of…

The Economic Times · Jul 8

US Central Command Launches 'Powerful Strikes' on Iran After Attacks on Civilian-Crewed Commercial Ships

The US military launched strikes against Iran, targeting assets after attacks on shipping vessels, marking a significant escalation in the region and aiming to protect civilian-operated merchant paths.

International Business Times UK · Jul 8

'Back From the Dead': Mahmoud Ahmadinejad Stuns Crowd at Ali Khamenei's Funeral

Mahmoud Ahmadinejad shocks mourners with a surprise appearance at Ali Khamenei's funeral, ending months of speculation and reigniting debate over his political future.

International Business Times UK · Jul 7

US launches fresh strikes against Iran after tankers hit in Strait of Hormuz

The attacks came just hours after Washington also pulled Tehran’s license to sell oil, which was only approved last month

The Independent UK · Jul 7

Cotton Extends Rally to Tuesday, Nearing Limit Gains

Cotton futures closed with contracts 99 to 299 points higher, with some contracts hitting the three cent limit at the high. The outside markets were mixed, as Crude oil was up $3.65 following Iran striking vessels in the Strait of Hormuz overnight. The US responded by revoking waivers authorizing Iran...

Barchart · Jul 7

Middle East crisis: Trump threatens US will hit Iran ‘hard again tonight’ after saying truce is over – as it happened

Iranian foreign ministry said earlier US and Israeli attacks had rendered interim accord to end war ‘ineffective’

The Guardian - AU · Jul 7

'Maximum Lethality, Not Tepid Legality': Hegseth's Own Words Preceded Fatal Iran School Strike That Killed Nearly 200

A US military strike in Iran, driven by outdated intelligence and political pressure, resulted in a tragic school bombing, killing nearly 200 civilians. An internal investigation is underway.

International Business Times UK · Jul 7