US launches new wave of strikes against Iran as Tehran says diplomacy has proven ‘futile’
Summary
The US military launched new strikes against Iran aiming to reduce Iran’s ability to attack ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz. Iran condemned the attacks and said they made diplomatic efforts useless, while tensions continue to affect global oil prices and regional stability.Key Facts
- The US began a new wave of military strikes against Iran on Sunday evening, targeting Iranian forces near the Strait of Hormuz.
- President Donald Trump directed the strikes to hold Iran accountable for attacks on civilian and commercial ships.
- Iran responded by targeting US facilities in Gulf states and claimed it closed the Strait of Hormuz again.
- The US military reported about 140 strikes on Saturday night alone, showing an escalation in conflict.
- Iran’s attacks extended to Qatar and the United Arab Emirates, which defended itself against missiles and drones.
- Iran criticized the US strikes for undermining peace efforts and causing insecurity in the strait and regional shipping.
- Talks between Iran and Oman to manage the strait failed due to perceived US pressure on Oman.
- The conflict has raised global oil prices, with US oil futures jumping above $74 per barrel after the recent violence.
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