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military actions in instances of immediate self-defence. The Trump administration has maintained that Iran’s actions since the 1979 Iranian Revolution constitute such a threat. Critics, however, have argued that the US and Israeli
strait of Hormuz, he could conceivably declare victory by pointing to the damage that the US and Israeli bombing had inflicted on Iran’s nuclear programme and military capabilities. However, such a deal would leave
military action and by continuing the blockade.” ## What is Iran saying? Esmaeil Baghaei, Iran’s foreign ministry spokesperson, said Washington’s statements “about the agreement are speculation and nothing has been finalised”. “If Iran
actions in Gaza, while cracking down on pro-Palestine demonstrators at home through mass arrests, profiling and censorship. With the sting of rising oil and commodity prices, however, Merz appeared to change his views
Strait of Hormuz so that US-Iran talks could proceed. “The blockade is somewhat more effective than the bombing. They are choking like a stuffed pig,” Trump said of Iran. “And it is going
actions that included the shootdown of a US MQ-1 drone that was operating over international waters”, the US military’s central command (Centcom) said on X. “US fighter aircraft swiftly responded by eliminating Iranian
strait of Hormuz and lift the US naval blockade on Iranian ports, which has been in place since 13 April. The claims contrasted dramatically with statements from Washington, where officials said the agreement stipulated that
actions during the war in Gaza a genocide. - **Todd Lyons**, the acting director of **US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)**, is [stepping down](https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/apr/16/todd-lyons-ice-director-resigns) after a turbulent year carrying out Donald Trump
actions. The United States military said on Wednesday it carried out “self-defence” strikes on Iran’s Qeshm Island, while Iranian media reported explosions in the area. The escalation spilled into neighbouring countries, with Kuwait
Strait of Hormuz as part of Washington's blockade on Iranian vessels in the vital waterway, and just two days before the ceasefire is set to expire. [A video](https://x.com/CENTCOM/status/2046085543348293851?s=20) released
action” to keep the strait “safe, secure and fully open”. “The draft resolution is guided by the clear principle: freedom of navigation in accordance with international law.” Mohammed Issa Abushahab, the UAE’s representative
actions. The backlash comes at a time of growing unease among the Italian public with the wider implications of the conflict, particularly fears of economic fallout. Concerns have intensified in recent weeks over disruptions
militaries to help the US Navy open the Strait of Hormuz. “This threat is a negotiating tactic, of course. However, the US leverage is somewhat less after the IEEPA tariff rulings,” said Ziemba. Trump
action against Iran in the hope that it would help overthrow the government. Another host said Washington needs the war to end but has currently chosen to drag out the negotiations to pressure Iran through
Strait of Hormuz](/video/featured-documentaries/2026/4/21/strait-of-hormuz-how-a-threat-became-a-playbook) on April 9 . The Tifani has in recent years carried out numerous ship-to-ship oil transfers off Singapore and Malaysia and made multiple round trips between that area and destinations
Strait of Hormuz**: Iranian state media reported attacks on Qeshm Island and a projectile strike in the port city of Sirik. Residents also reported explosions near Bandar Abbas and Jask, areas that sit close
strait of Hormuz, [Donald Trump](https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/donaldtrump) announced on Sunday. In [a social media post](https://truthsocial.com/@realDonaldTrump/posts/116433000897070863), Trump said that an “Iranian-flagged cargo ship named TOUSKA” tried to get past
Strait of Hormuz," the U.S. Central Command said. CENTCOM described the action as a "[proportional response to unjustified Iranian aggression](https://www.npr.org/2026/06/09/nx-s1-5851845/trump-confirms-iran-shot-down-helicopter-says-u-s-must-respond)," and added that U.S. forces remain vigilant and ready to defend against
action there,” he said, suggesting he could not reveal more information in the public setting. Russia and Iran have long traded weapons, and Moscow has offered political support to Tehran during the war. However, there
Hormuz, stop imposing “illegal tolls”, and disclose the placement of all mines to allow freedom of navigation. The draft resolution, seen by some international media, also demands that Iran “immediately participate in and enable