Iran warns U.S. against interference in Hormuz Strait, blaming rising tensions on U.S. and allies. Tehran vows to protect trade routes and sovereignty.
Tensions between the U.S. and Iran have reduced shipping traffic through the Strait of Hormuz to a five-week low, raising global energy market concerns.
U.S. forces used drones for the first time in Iran's Khuzestan, targeting multiple cities and resulting in casualties, aiming to weaken Iran's control over the Strait of Hormuz.
Oil prices increase over 3% as US-Iran tensions rise, impacting global markets. Brent crude reaches 78.68 U.S. dollars per barrel amid Strait of Hormuz concerns.
US strikes in Iran aim to reduce threats to shipping. Explosions heard in coastal areas, power outages reported. Iran condemns actions, warns of escalation.
US, Iran sign historic Islamabad MoU, reopening Strait of Hormuz, lifting naval blockade. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said the memorandum was signed by the presidents of both countries and endorsed by him as mediator, reflecting the commitment of both sides to a peaceful and diplomatic resolution of their differences.