Donald Trump threatened "very hard" strikes on Iran and "taking Kharg Island" and other oil infrastructure points, escalating tensions after recent US-Iran exchanges. The threats, made via Truth Social, aim to pressure Tehran for concessions amid ongoing negotiations.
US President Donald Trump cancelled planned strikes on Iran, citing a breakthrough in ceasefire negotiations. The announcement followed threats to target Iranian oil infrastructure and came amid ongoing US-Iran military exchanges and diplomatic efforts.
President Trump canceled planned strikes on Iran after claiming a breakthrough in ceasefire negotiations involving multiple nations. This reversal follows days of escalating tensions and US strikes, with Iran threatening retaliation.
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth confirmed plans for strikes on Iranian facilities, framing them as part of ongoing ceasefire negotiations. CENTCOM announced "additional self-defence strikes" in response to "Iran’s unwarranted and continued aggression."
The US military conducted "self-defense" strikes on Qeshm Island, Iran, targeting a ground control station and drones. Iran retaliated with missile and drone attacks on US bases and ships in the Middle East, including Kuwait and Bahrain. Ceasefire negotiations have stalled.
