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Araqchi: Any Intervention in Hormuz Will Escalate Tension
Iranian FM Abbas Araqchi says any outside intervention in the Strait of Hormuz will escalate tension and hinder shipping restoration. US strikes and IRGC retaliation reported.
Tehran Accuses Washington of Violating Agreement
Iran accuses US of violating ceasefire agreement, strikes carried out in response to operations in Strait of Hormuz.
IRGC Strikes US Forces in Middle East
Iran's IRGC attacks US military bases in the Middle East, escalating tensions.
US Strikes Iran: Tensions Rise in Strait of Hormuz
US strikes Iran, escalating tensions in the Strait of Hormuz. CENTCOM reports targeting missile and drone facilities. Trump accuses Iran of ceasefire violation.
Vance: US and Iran to establish military communication channel
VP Vance announces US-Iran military communication channel to reduce tensions.
ISIS leader killed in Syria
U.S. airstrike kills ISIS leader in Syria. CENTCOM confirms operation on June 19 targeting Ali Husayn al-Ulaywi.
US Deploys Missile Cruiser Near Iran
The US Navy deployed the USS Princeton missile cruiser near Iran. The ship carries 122 missiles, including Tomahawk and Standard missiles.
US Lifts Iran Naval Blockade
US lifts naval blockade on Iran. CENTCOM confirms ships can freely enter Iranian ports. Details inside.
US strikes Iranian oil tanker off Oman coast
US military strikes Iranian oil tanker off Oman coast. CENTCOM confirms blockade enforcement.
US Strikes Expand in Iran: 'Rain of Fire'
US launches new strikes against Iran as CENTCOM expands operation. Explosions reported in Tehran, Qeshm Island, and other areas.
Tensions in Middle East: US fighter hits tanker heading to Iran
US fighter strikes oil tanker heading to Iran in Gulf of Oman. CENTCOM diverted 134 vessels.
US strikes Iran in retaliation
The US has initiated strikes on Iran after an Apache helicopter was shot down. CENTCOM confirms the operation as self-defense.
Trump: Iran shot down our helicopter, will respond
US President Donald Trump says Iran will face consequences for shooting down an American helicopter.
US and Iran exchange strikes
US and Iran exchange strikes: Iran attacks US bases, US intercepts missiles. No casualties reported.
Tensions Rise Between US and Iran
US and Iran tensions escalate: mutual military strikes, ballistic missiles intercepted, Kish Island control center hit, and retaliatory attacks on US bases.
US strikes Iranian military sites, IRGC retaliates
US strikes Iranian military sites, Iran's Revolutionary Guard retaliates by attacking a US base. Tensions escalate, ceasefire under strain, oil prices surge.
US strikes Iranian sites, Iran hits back at air base
US strikes Iranian military sites; Iran retaliates by targeting a US air base. Tensions rise amid ceasefire negotiations.
US strikes engine of ship violating Iran blockade
U.S. Central Command fired a Hellfire missile into the engine room of a vessel violating the Iran blockade.
US strikes ship breaking Iran blockade
US strikes Lian Star ship attempting to break Iran blockade. Sixth vessel stopped, 115 ships turned back.
IRGC Strikes US Military Base
IRGC retaliates by striking US military base in Bandar Abbas after earlier US attack. Details of the overnight strikes.
Iran warns oil could hit $200
Iran warns that oil could hit $200 per barrel after US strikes on Iranian positions. Tensions rise in the Strait of Hormuz.
US launches fresh strikes in southern Iran
The U.S. military conducted fresh defensive strikes in southern Iran against missile launch sites and mine-laying boats, amid ongoing ceasefire negotiations.
US strikes Iranian boats, missile sites
U.S. military strikes Iranian boats and missile launch sites in southern Iran in defensive actions, CENTCOM says.
US Deploys Laser Ships Near Iran
US Navy deploys laser-armed destroyers near Iran. ODIN laser system counters drones and sensors. Read more on Bond.az.
CENTCOM Provides New Statement on Minab Tragedy
CENTCOM head Brad Cooper calls Minab school strike investigation complex; 168 killed in Tomahawk missile attack.
Iran blockade: 78 ships rerouted
US naval blockade around Iran has rerouted 78 commercial ships since April 13. Read more.
Iran Expands Naval Control Zone in Strait of Hormuz
Iran IRGC deputy commander announces expansion of naval control zone in Strait of Hormuz to 300 miles.
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