The US and Iran accuse each other of violating an interim ceasefire, raising doubts about its durability. The dispute escalated after an Iranian drone struck a cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz, leading to US airstrikes on Iranian military sites and Iranian retaliation.
The US and Iran accused each other of violating a recent ceasefire agreement after an Iranian drone struck a cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz. The US responded with airstrikes on Iranian military sites, while Iran claimed its actions were defensive and retaliated, warning of broader responses to further US attacks.
Days after agreeing to a ceasefire, the US and Iran are accusing each other of violations. The latest tension follows an Iranian drone strike on a cargo ship, prompting US airstrikes on Iranian military targets.
A fragile ceasefire between the US and Iran is under strain after an Iranian drone strike on a cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz. The US responded with airstrikes on Iranian military targets, accusing Tehran of violating the truce.
US President Donald Trump stated Iran violated a ceasefire by allegedly using drones against a ship in the Strait of Hormuz. He confirmed US forces shot down three drones and hinted at potential consequences for Iran, but declined to specify actions.
President Trump accused Iran of violating a ceasefire by launching four drones at ships in the Strait of Hormuz, one striking a cargo vessel off Oman. This led the UN's International Maritime Organization to pause efforts to evacuate stranded ships, citing safety concerns.
Donald Trump accused Iran of violating a ceasefire by launching at least four drones at ships in the Strait of Hormuz, with one reportedly hitting a cargo ship. Iran's state media previously reported its navy stopped foreign tankers in the strait for lacking permission.
Israeli Air Force jets struck Beit Yahun and Nabatieh al-Fawka in southern Lebanon after a Hezbollah supporter attacked Israeli forces, wounding four soldiers. The strikes follow a declared ceasefire on June 19, which Lebanon's Health Ministry claims Israel has violated, resulting in seven deaths since June 23.
Two men were killed by Israeli soldiers in southern Lebanon, marking the first fatal incident since a ceasefire took hold. The Lebanese health ministry identified the victims, who were working near a bulldozer. Hezbollah condemned the act as a violation of the ceasefire, while the Israeli military stated soldiers fired at "Hezbollah terrorists" who posed a threat and ignored warning shots.
Iran's military claims it will close the Strait of Hormuz to tankers, citing alleged ceasefire violations by the US and Israel. This follows Israeli strikes in Lebanon that killed five. US VP JD Vance stated there is no evidence of the closure, while peace talks are ongoing in Switzerland.
Lebanon's civil defense reported 16 deaths from ongoing Israeli strikes in the Nabatieh district on Saturday, despite a ceasefire agreement with Hezbollah. Both sides accuse each other of violations, jeopardizing US-Iran peace talks in Switzerland.
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have launched strikes against Hezbollah targets and infrastructure in southern Lebanon in response to repeated ceasefire violations by the Shiite organization. At least 16 people, including civilians, were reported killed in the Israeli airstrikes.
Gaza's health ministry reported nearly 1,000 deaths since the start of the ceasefire, with five Israeli soldiers also killed. The total death toll since October 7, 2023, has reached 73,001, with over 173,200 wounded. The ministry's records are considered reliable by UN agencies and experts, though they do not differentiate between civilians and militants.
Israel's military accused Hezbollah of launching projectiles, violating a ceasefire, hours after ordering residents of 29 towns in southern Lebanon to evacuate. This escalation occurs despite reports of a potential Iran-US deal to end regional conflict, with Israeli officials calling for intensified attacks.
Iran launched a drone attack on Kuwait International Airport, killing one person and injuring multiple others. Tehran accused the US of violating a ceasefire and blamed Kuwait and Bahrain for allowing US attacks, while Bahrain reported intercepting Iranian drones and missiles.
Iran's state-affiliated Tasnim news agency reported that Iran will stop communicating with the U.S. through intermediaries and will fully close the Strait of Hormuz in retaliation for ongoing ceasefire violations, particularly Israel's military operations against Hezbollah in Lebanon. This announcement led to a more than 7% surge in oil prices.
Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned the US and Israel that violating the ceasefire on any front is a violation on all fronts, specifically mentioning Lebanon. This comes after Israeli PM Netanyahu ordered strikes on Beirut's southern suburb, a Hezbollah stronghold, in response to repeated Hezbollah attacks.
Iran warns the US and Israel that any violation of the ceasefire on any front will be considered a violation on all fronts, holding them responsible for the consequences amidst escalating regional tensions and clashes between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon.
Iran's Parliament Speaker claims US naval blockade and Israeli military actions in Lebanon violate ceasefire terms. Tehran demands the blockade's end, distrusts verbal guarantees, and eyes a tentative deal for ceasefire extension and nuclear talks amid new US sanctions.
Iran accuses US of violating ceasefire after American fighter jets strike targets in Hormozgan province, killing at least three sailors
Lebanon is hesitant to participate in upcoming security meetings with Israel in Washington due to ongoing Israeli ceasefire violations. Beirut demands a ceasefire be the first agenda item, otherwise it may suspend participation, putting Lebanese leadership in an awkward position.
At least eight people were killed in Israeli attacks on southern Lebanon, including villages like Doueir and Tibnin, violating a US-mediated ceasefire. Hezbollah reported clashes with Israeli troops in Haddatha and Biyyada.
Oil prices surged Friday as US-Iran tensions flared, reversing earlier declines. US strikes on Iranian targets prompted accusations of ceasefire violations, escalating fears over the vital Strait of Hormuz. This geopolitical volatility overshadows concerns about suspicious trading activity linked to policy announcements, impacting global energy supplies and inflation.
Iran's parliament national security committee head Ebrahim Azizi warns that any US interference in Strait of Hormuz maritime traffic will be considered a ceasefire violation. Azizi criticized President Trump's announced Operation Project Freedom, stating the strait and Persian Gulf would not be managed by Trump's "delusional posts." Trump said the operation aims to help ships stranded due to US-Iranian conflict leave the waters.
