Five Indians were safely rescued after the Kuwait-flagged tanker MT Kazimah III was hit by a projectile in the Strait of Hormuz. The vessel reportedly caught fire during the incident.
Iran responds to Trump’s “annihilate Islamic Republic” warning after UNGA speech, calling the remarks strategic desperation amid rising tensions between Washington and Tehran.
Iran’s GDP fell 10.1% year-on-year in the quarter to June 20, while oil and gas activity dropped 26.4%, highlighting the scale of economic disruption during the conflict.
Iran plans a new “exclusion zone” near the Strait of Hormuz and warns ships of sanctions. The move comes amid rising US-Iran tensions and fears over global oil supply disruptions.
An Iranian oil tanker was reportedly hit by a missile near Kharg Island, Iran’s key oil hub. The incident comes amid escalating US-Iran tensions and fresh strikes across the Gulf region.
US Vice-President JD Vance refused to give a timeline for the Iran conflict to end, saying there is no clear answer. He questioned calling it a war while tensions continue over the Strait of Hormuz.
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has announced an “economic D-Day” against Iran, calling it the endgame of Washington’s campaign. Tehran has warned it could halt oil exports if pressure continues.
The United States launched airstrikes on Iranian targets after Tehran allegedly targeted a US base in Jordan. The military response followed President Donald Trump’s warning of strong retaliation.
The United States has launched a 12th consecutive night of strikes on Iran, prompting Tehran to warn of an “eye for an eye” response as tensions around the Strait of Hormuz intensify.
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