Iran hostilities flare after US strike in strait of Hormuz; supertanker hits mines and catches fire – Middle East crisis live
Summary
Tensions between the US and Iran escalated after the US launched airstrikes on Iranian military targets in the Strait of Hormuz, and Iran responded with missile attacks on US bases in the Middle East. A supertanker caught fire after hitting naval mines in the strait, and both sides exchanged warnings and accusations amid ongoing conflict.Key Facts
- The US carried out airstrikes on Iranian rocket launchers on Larak Island in the Strait of Hormuz.
- Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) attacked two US military airbases in Jordan with ballistic missiles, claiming heavy damage.
- A supertanker hit two naval mines in the southern Strait of Hormuz, caught fire, and stopped moving; Iran said the ship was violating security rules.
- Iran also said it targeted US military personnel at an airbase in the United Arab Emirates.
- President Donald Trump claimed on social media that Iran’s Kharg Island, an important energy hub, was being destroyed, but Iran’s National Oil Company denied damage.
- Iran’s supreme leader called the US and Israel enemies of all Islamic nations and urged Muslim countries to oppose them.
- Israel evacuated Prime Minister Netanyahu’s son from the US due to a security threat.
- US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent plans to increase efforts to limit Iran’s economic activities during upcoming G20 meetings.
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