Explosions were reported across Tehran as tensions surged ahead of a US deadline on reopening the Strait of Hormuz, with Iran refusing to back down despite threats of large-scale strikes on key infrastructure.
Tensions between the United States and Iran have intensified after Tehran rejected President Donald Trump’s 48-hour ultimatum. Iran also alleged an attack near the Bushehr nuclear facility, raising concerns about potential radiation risks.
Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has dismissed claims made by US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth that Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei was injured. The denial comes amid escalating tensions in West Asia following recent military clashes.
Iran has warned it will target energy facilities linked to US companies if its oil infrastructure is attacked. The threat follows a US strike on Kharg Island, escalating tensions and raising fears of wider conflict around the crucial Strait of Hormuz.
US President Donald Trump warned Iran of a “very hard hit” and intensified military pressure, claiming Tehran apologised to neighbouring countries after sustained US and Israeli attacks amid escalating tensions in the Middle East.
Amid rising US-Iran tensions, reports claim Supreme Leader Khamenei has moved into a fortified bunker in Tehran. Trump warns of a US naval ‘armada’ heading to the Middle East- could conflict be imminent?
US-Iran tensions spike as Trump warns, “The whole country is going to get blown up,” in response to Tehran’s threats. Amid deadly protests and thousands killed, both nations trade stark warnings, raising fears of a possible wider confrontation.
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