Middle East crisis live: Trump insists ceasefire is intact after Iran and US exchange fire in Hormuz
Summary
Tensions rose in the Strait of Hormuz after the US attacked Iranian military targets following an assault on three American destroyers. Both Iran and the US accuse each other of breaking a ceasefire agreement, but President Donald Trump said the truce is still in effect.Key Facts
- The US launched strikes on Iranian military sites after an attack on three US Navy ships in the Strait of Hormuz.
- Iran claims the US attacked an oil tanker and another ship first, prompting retaliation against US vessels.
- President Trump called the US strikes a “love tap” and stated the ceasefire remains active.
- Trump urged Iran to quickly sign a proposed deal to reopen the strait and stop fighting for 30 days.
- Explosions occurred in Tehran, Bandar Abbas, and Qeshm Island, with Iranian media blaming the US and UAE.
- The UAE intercepted multiple Iranian missiles and drones, defending against attacks launched from Iran.
- Iran accused the UAE of involvement in attacks on Qeshm Island.
- The situation risks escalating and breaking a ceasefire that started on April 8th.
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