Iran hostilities flare after US strike in strait of Hormuz; supertanker hits mines and catches fire
Welcome to our live coverage as hostilities between the US and Iran flared again for the first time in a month, with American strikes on Iran prompting retaliation from Tehran.
TL;DR
- A supertanker hit two naval mines in the strait of Hormuz, causing it to catch fire.
- The US conducted airstrikes on Iranian rocket launchers on Larak Island.
- Iran claimed to have attacked US military airbases in Jordan and targeted personnel in the UAE.
- Iran's supreme leader declared the US and Israel as enemies of Islamic nations.
- US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent plans to increase efforts to isolate Iran economically.
- US threats of sanctions against entities trading with Iran are met with caution due to potential Chinese retaliation.