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Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps said an oil tanker identified as EL GAIA exploded and caught fire after hitting naval mines while attempting to cross the Strait of Hormuz through a forbidden route, as Tehran maintained that the waterway remains closed.

Iraq said Saudi pipeline attacks originated from its territory, while Trump suggested Iran was behind them. Yemen's displacement crisis deepened amid Houthi advances. Lebanon-Israel talks are planned, an Oman oil spill expanded, and Syria reported a worsening fuel crisis

Iran, Iraq and Turkey have called for restraint and diplomatic efforts to prevent escalating tensions and widening conflicts in West Asia. Separately, Iran and Oman agreed on new Strait of Hormuz shipping routes, with Gulf countries set to be briefed Monday

Iran and Oman have agreed on new entry and exit routes for the Strait of Hormuz, with Gulf states to be briefed Monday. Tehran says the arrangement does not mean reopening the waterway, which depends on seven conditions and US actions 

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian arrived in New Delhi to attend the 18th BRICS Summit. His visit comes amid efforts to strengthen India-Iran ties, with Tehran highlighting trade, economic cooperation and Chabahar Port as key areas of mutual interest

Iran has called for an end to Saudi Arabia’s blockade of Yemen and urged immediate talks as Houthi rebels intensify threats near the Bab el-Mandeb Strait. Escalating attacks risk disrupting global shipping, raising oil prices and reigniting Yemen’s civil war 

South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Hyun and Iranian counterpart Seyyed Abbas Araghchi discussed Middle East tensions and Strait of Hormuz security during phone talks. Seoul stressed freedom of navigation and protection of its nationals, while both sides agreed to maintain communication

Global crude oil prices rose nearly 2 per cent, with Brent crossing $100 a barrel, amid escalating Iran-US attacks on shipping near the Strait of Hormuz. Disrupted oil flows boosted bullish sentiment, while analysts warned of possible short-term correction after the rally

Crude oil prices rose nearly 2 per cent for a fourth consecutive session as escalating attacks involving Iran, the US and Saudi Arabia intensified fears of Gulf supply disruptions. Brent approached $100 a barrel, while WTI climbed to nearly $95

Iran plans to establish a restricted zone around the Strait of Hormuz and sanction vessels entering without coordination, security chief Mohsen Rezaei said. Tehran also claims the waterway remains closed, while warning of military action against ships amid tensions with the United States

Jordan’s close military alliance with the United States has made the kingdom a target of repeated Iranian missile and drone strikes. Despite economic pressures, regional instability and security risks, Amman remains committed to Washington, viewing the partnership as essential for national security

Iran’s IRGC said it launched missile and drone strikes on US bases in Jordan, targeting military infrastructure and fighter jet areas, in retaliation for a US-Israeli attack on Larak Island. Tehran warned that further aggression would trigger stronger responses

US forces struck two Iranian launchers on Larak Island after observing IRGC personnel preparing to deploy sea mines in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran reported casualties and vowed retaliation, while Washington warned of a zero-tolerance policy against renewed mine placement

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said the Iran-US peace MoU serves Iran, West Asia and the world, promoting regional stability. He rejected war while vowing resistance to aggression. Tehran also warned of energy market manipulation and reported action against a suspected militant group

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has urged the United States and Iran to resume meaningful negotiations and seek a diplomatic solution to their conflict. The UN also expressed concern over the devastating humanitarian and economic consequences of the ongoing war.

Six months after US-Israeli attacks on Iran, Tehran has survived military strikes and strengthened its leverage over the Strait of Hormuz. Gulf states are questioning US security guarantees, while Israel faces growing international isolation and worsening prospects for Saudi normalisation

Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir held talks with Iranian leaders in Tehran on de-escalating the US-Iran conflict, reopening the Strait of Hormuz and pursuing a negotiated settlement. The visit formed part of Islamabad’s diplomatic efforts to revive stalled peace negotiations

The US-Iran conflict remains trapped in a cycle of threats, negotiations and renewed military strikes, largely over control of the Strait of Hormuz. Breaking the deadlock would require either US strategic concessions or major escalation, while Iran prioritises regime survival

Iran warned vessels violating its Strait of Hormuz transit protocols could face fines, detention or confiscation, while lawmakers approved fees for maritime services. The move comes amid heightened tensions with the US, as Donald Trump claimed the strategic waterway was American territory

Iran’s top security official Mohsen Rezaei warned that countries joining US economic pressure against Tehran would be treated as enemies and face attacks on their interests. He also threatened to halt oil exports through the Strait of Hormuz unless Washington meets commitments