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US-Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: Hezbollah says it carried out 22 operations targeting Israeli soldiers, military infra
US and Iranian negotiators have reportedly agreed on a 60-day memorandum of understanding aimed at extending the ceasefire and starting talks on Iran’s nuclear programme, according to Axios.
However, US President Donald Trump is yet to give final approval to the deal, Axios reported, citing two US officials and a regional source involved in the mediation efforts.
This comes as tensions in the Middle East intensified on Thursday after Iranian media reported fresh confrontations in and around the Strait of Hormuz, including warning shots fired at vessels and an alleged exchange of fire between US and Iranian forces near Bandar Abbas.
Iran’s semi-official Tasnim news agency reported that four vessels attempting to cross the Strait of Hormuz and enter the Persian Gulf were forced to turn back after allegedly failing to coordinate with Iranian authorities. According to an 'informed military source' cited by Tasnim, Iranian naval forces initially issued warnings before firing warning shots when the vessels ignored instructions.
In another development, Tasnim claimed that the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps navy fired on a US tanker that allegedly attempted to transit the strategic waterway with its radar system switched off. Iranian media further reported that US forces responded by firing at a 'scorched area' near Bandar Abbas, with explosions reportedly heard in the port city. Iranian authorities said there were no casualties or property damage.
The incidents came shortly after the United States Treasury Department added Iran’s Persian Gulf Strait Authority to its sanctions list. The body had been created by Tehran to manage transit requests through the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most critical oil and gas chokepoints. The Trump administration said the move formed part of wider efforts to increase economic pressure on Iran during ongoing peace negotiations.
At a cabinet meeting, US President Donald Trump reiterated that the Strait of Hormuz would remain 'open to everybody', describing it as international waters. Trump also stressed that the United States would only agree to a 'great deal' with Tehran and warned that Washington could 'finish the job' if negotiations failed.
The latest developments underline the increasingly fragile state of the diplomatic process despite signals from both sides that they remain open to negotiations. The conflict, which began with US-Israeli strikes on Iran in late February, has already disrupted global energy markets and heightened fears of a broader regional war involving Lebanon and the Persian Gulf.
Meanwhile, Israel intensified operations in southern Lebanon, issuing fresh evacuation orders for residents south of the Zahrani River and warning of possible military action against Hezbollah targets. In Gaza, casualties continued to rise following fresh Israeli strikes.
Global markets remain highly sensitive to any disruption in the Strait of Hormuz, through which nearly one-fifth of the world’s oil supply normally passes. Oil prices rose again after reports of new military exchanges near the waterway, while concerns over inflation and global energy supplies continue to weigh on investors and governments worldwide.
Key developments:
However, US President Donald Trump is yet to give final approval to the deal, Axios reported, citing two US officials and a regional source involved in the mediation efforts.
This comes as tensions in the Middle East intensified on Thursday after Iranian media reported fresh confrontations in and around the Strait of Hormuz, including warning shots fired at vessels and an alleged exchange of fire between US and Iranian forces near Bandar Abbas.
Iran’s semi-official Tasnim news agency reported that four vessels attempting to cross the Strait of Hormuz and enter the Persian Gulf were forced to turn back after allegedly failing to coordinate with Iranian authorities. According to an 'informed military source' cited by Tasnim, Iranian naval forces initially issued warnings before firing warning shots when the vessels ignored instructions.
In another development, Tasnim claimed that the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps navy fired on a US tanker that allegedly attempted to transit the strategic waterway with its radar system switched off. Iranian media further reported that US forces responded by firing at a 'scorched area' near Bandar Abbas, with explosions reportedly heard in the port city. Iranian authorities said there were no casualties or property damage.
The incidents came shortly after the United States Treasury Department added Iran’s Persian Gulf Strait Authority to its sanctions list. The body had been created by Tehran to manage transit requests through the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most critical oil and gas chokepoints. The Trump administration said the move formed part of wider efforts to increase economic pressure on Iran during ongoing peace negotiations.
At a cabinet meeting, US President Donald Trump reiterated that the Strait of Hormuz would remain 'open to everybody', describing it as international waters. Trump also stressed that the United States would only agree to a 'great deal' with Tehran and warned that Washington could 'finish the job' if negotiations failed.
The latest developments underline the increasingly fragile state of the diplomatic process despite signals from both sides that they remain open to negotiations. The conflict, which began with US-Israeli strikes on Iran in late February, has already disrupted global energy markets and heightened fears of a broader regional war involving Lebanon and the Persian Gulf.
Meanwhile, Israel intensified operations in southern Lebanon, issuing fresh evacuation orders for residents south of the Zahrani River and warning of possible military action against Hezbollah targets. In Gaza, casualties continued to rise following fresh Israeli strikes.
Global markets remain highly sensitive to any disruption in the Strait of Hormuz, through which nearly one-fifth of the world’s oil supply normally passes. Oil prices rose again after reports of new military exchanges near the waterway, while concerns over inflation and global energy supplies continue to weigh on investors and governments worldwide.
Key developments:
- Iranian media claimed four vessels were forced to turn back after warning shots near the Strait of Hormuz.
- US imposed sanctions on Iran’s Persian Gulf Strait Authority.
- Tasnim reported an exchange of fire between Iranian and US forces near Bandar Abbas.
- Donald Trump insisted the Strait of Hormuz would remain open and warned Iran over negotiations.
- Israel issued new evacuation orders in southern Lebanon amid intensified operations against Hezbollah.
12:26 (IST) May 28
Iran war news: US sanctions on Iran’s Strait Authority leave Hormuz vessels caught in dilemma
Fresh US sanctions on Iran’s newly established Persian Gulf Strait Authority are creating growing uncertainty for commercial vessels attempting to cross the strategic Strait of Hormuz.
The authority, set up by Tehran to oversee a new maritime regime around the waterway, requires ships to provide details about their origin, cargo and destination to Iran’s Revolutionary Guards before transiting the strait. It also plans to collect transit-related fees through cryptocurrency mechanisms.
However, the latest US sanctions mean vessels coordinating with the authority could risk violating American restrictions, while refusing to comply with Iranian rules may prevent them from passing through Hormuz altogether. The development adds to mounting pressure on global shipping routes already disrupted by the ongoing US-Iran crisis.
The authority, set up by Tehran to oversee a new maritime regime around the waterway, requires ships to provide details about their origin, cargo and destination to Iran’s Revolutionary Guards before transiting the strait. It also plans to collect transit-related fees through cryptocurrency mechanisms.
However, the latest US sanctions mean vessels coordinating with the authority could risk violating American restrictions, while refusing to comply with Iranian rules may prevent them from passing through Hormuz altogether. The development adds to mounting pressure on global shipping routes already disrupted by the ongoing US-Iran crisis.
12:14 (IST) May 28
US Iran war: Tehran demands US release seized funds amid sanctions row
Iranian Deputy Secretary of the Supreme National Security Council Ali Bagheri Kani has demanded the unconditional release of all Iranian assets frozen by the United States, calling them the “legal right” of the Iranian people.
In remarks published by Iran’s semi-official Tasnim news agency, Bagheri Kani said Tehran would not accept any conditions tied to the return of the funds. The statement comes as tensions remain high over ongoing US-Iran negotiations, with US President Donald Trump recently insisting Washington was not considering any sanctions relief as part of talks aimed at ending the conflict.
In remarks published by Iran’s semi-official Tasnim news agency, Bagheri Kani said Tehran would not accept any conditions tied to the return of the funds. The statement comes as tensions remain high over ongoing US-Iran negotiations, with US President Donald Trump recently insisting Washington was not considering any sanctions relief as part of talks aimed at ending the conflict.
11:50 (IST) May 28
Iran war news: Six killed in Israeli drone strike on southern Lebanon
At least six people were killed in an Israeli drone strike targeting the Adloun Highway in the Nabi Sari area of southern Lebanon, Lebanon’s National News Agency (NNA) reported.
The victims, reported to be members of the same family were killed in an Israeli attack 'as they were trying to flee from the threatened villages to a safe place at dawn', NNA said.
The Adloun Highway is a critical coastal segment of the main highway connecting Sidon and Tyre in southern Lebanon.
The victims, reported to be members of the same family were killed in an Israeli attack 'as they were trying to flee from the threatened villages to a safe place at dawn', NNA said.
The Adloun Highway is a critical coastal segment of the main highway connecting Sidon and Tyre in southern Lebanon.
11:37 (IST) May 28
Iran war news: What we know so far
- Kuwait’s military said its air defence systems intercepted “hostile missile and drone attacks” after warning sirens sounded across the country.
- Iran’s Tasnim news agency reported that the IRGC targeted an “American airbase” in response to an earlier US strike near Bandar Abbas on the Strait of Hormuz.
- Reuters and AP said American forces shot down four Iranian drones and struck a drone control station near Bandar Abbas.
- Iranian media claimed the US strikes caused no casualties or property damage.
- The latest escalation comes after Donald Trump said “nobody’s going to control” the Strait of Hormuz during ongoing negotiations with Tehran.
- The Israeli military said a female soldier was killed in combat operations in northern Israel, while two other soldiers were injured in the same incident.
- The US Treasury Department has imposed sanctions on Iran’s newly created Persian Gulf Strait Authority as Washington increases economic pressure on Tehran.
11:21 (IST) May 28
US Iran war: Residents flee Tyre as Israeli air raids pound southern Lebanese city overnight
Residents continued fleeing the southern Lebanese city of Tyre after a wave of intense Israeli air raids struck the city and surrounding areas overnight. Reporting from Tyre, Al-Jazeera said more than a dozen strikes were carried out since midnight, including at least seven air strikes within a single hour at dawn targeting densely populated neighbourhoods.
Rescue teams were continuing operations through the morning as fears grew of further escalation. Large parts of the city appeared nearly empty, with many families leaving following Israeli displacement orders issued earlier. Humanitarian agencies, including the International Committee of the Red Cross, warned that the ongoing strikes and evacuation orders were worsening Lebanon’s humanitarian crisis and placing civilians at increasing risk.
Rescue teams were continuing operations through the morning as fears grew of further escalation. Large parts of the city appeared nearly empty, with many families leaving following Israeli displacement orders issued earlier. Humanitarian agencies, including the International Committee of the Red Cross, warned that the ongoing strikes and evacuation orders were worsening Lebanon’s humanitarian crisis and placing civilians at increasing risk.
10:56 (IST) May 28
Iran war news: Israel freezes UN cooperation after report allegedly adds it to conflict sexual violence offenders list
Israel’s Ambassador to the United Nations Danny Danon said Jerusalem is freezing cooperation with the office of UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres over reports that Israel would be included on a UN list of parties accused of sexual violence in conflict zones, Times of Israel reported.
According to Israeli media outlet Ynet, Israel believes pressure mounted on the UN after Hamas was added to the list in 2025 following findings that the group carried out systematic sexual violence during the October 7 attack and against hostages held in Gaza.
Danon described the alleged move as a 'political decision' that was 'disconnected from facts and reality', saying Israel could not cooperate with a system that places it “on the same list as the terrorists and rapists of Hamas”.
“Anyone able to include Israel on the same list as the terrorists and rapists of Hamas has no moral standing to seek cooperation,” Danon said, according to Ynet. He added that Israel would “wait for a professional and fair secretary general to enter office”.
According to Israeli media outlet Ynet, Israel believes pressure mounted on the UN after Hamas was added to the list in 2025 following findings that the group carried out systematic sexual violence during the October 7 attack and against hostages held in Gaza.
Danon described the alleged move as a 'political decision' that was 'disconnected from facts and reality', saying Israel could not cooperate with a system that places it “on the same list as the terrorists and rapists of Hamas”.
“Anyone able to include Israel on the same list as the terrorists and rapists of Hamas has no moral standing to seek cooperation,” Danon said, according to Ynet. He added that Israel would “wait for a professional and fair secretary general to enter office”.
10:48 (IST) May 28
Iran war news: Iran denies role in Hormuz attack on South Korean vessel, warns of ‘false flag operations’
Iran has strongly rejected South Korea’s assessment that Iranian-developed missiles were likely used in an earlier attack on the South Korean-operated vessel HMM Namu in the Strait of Hormuz. Iranian Ambassador to South Korea Saeed Koozechi denied any involvement after being summoned by Seoul’s Foreign Ministry, saying Tehran was “absolutely not involved” in the incident.
While expressing regret over the damage caused to the vessel, the envoy warned against what he described as possible “false flag operations by hostile countries”. The remarks come after South Korea claimed an Iranian-made anti-ship missile was “highly likely” used in the strike, escalating diplomatic tensions between the two countries as regional maritime security concerns deepen.
While expressing regret over the damage caused to the vessel, the envoy warned against what he described as possible “false flag operations by hostile countries”. The remarks come after South Korea claimed an Iranian-made anti-ship missile was “highly likely” used in the strike, escalating diplomatic tensions between the two countries as regional maritime security concerns deepen.
10:35 (IST) May 28
US Iran war: US slaps sanctions on Iran’s Strait Authority, warns Hormuz fee payments may trigger penalties
The United States Treasury has imposed fresh sanctions on Iran’s newly formed Persian Gulf Strait Authority, accusing Tehran of attempting to “extort” global maritime trade through the Strait of Hormuz.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the move was part of Washington’s broader “Economic Fury” campaign against Iran, alleging the regime was seeking new revenue streams for its military and nuclear programmes. The US also warned that companies or entities paying transit fees to the authority could face sanctions exposure if found to be indirectly supporting Iran’s Revolutionary Guards. The latest measures come as tensions remain high around the strategically vital waterway amid ongoing US-Iran negotiations and disruptions to global shipping routes.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the move was part of Washington’s broader “Economic Fury” campaign against Iran, alleging the regime was seeking new revenue streams for its military and nuclear programmes. The US also warned that companies or entities paying transit fees to the authority could face sanctions exposure if found to be indirectly supporting Iran’s Revolutionary Guards. The latest measures come as tensions remain high around the strategically vital waterway amid ongoing US-Iran negotiations and disruptions to global shipping routes.
10:23 (IST) May 28
Iran war news: Hormuz crisis deepens - 3 tankers sail with transponders off as 20,000 seafarers remain stranded
Fresh shipping data from monitoring agencies LSEG and Kpler has revealed that three tankers recently transited the Strait of Hormuz with their transponders switched off, highlighting growing tensions and disruption in one of the world’s most critical energy chokepoints.
According to the data, two supertankers and one LNG tanker exited the strait earlier this week and were headed towards India and China. Turning off transponders used to publicly track vessel movements has raised concerns over maritime security and the risks facing commercial shipping in the region amid the ongoing US-Iran crisis.
The latest development comes as overall oil and LNG traffic through the Strait of Hormuz remains sharply reduced. Before the US-Israel conflict with Iran escalated, the waterway typically handled around 125 to 140 vessel passages daily. Traffic has since fallen dramatically due to military tensions, sanctions pressure and fears of further escalation.
Shipping disruptions have also left nearly 20,000 seafarers stranded aboard hundreds of vessels anchored in the Gulf while negotiations between Washington and Tehran continue over a possible ceasefire and reopening of the strategic route.
The Strait of Hormuz handles a major share of global crude oil and LNG exports, making any prolonged disruption a major concern for international energy markets and supply chains.
According to the data, two supertankers and one LNG tanker exited the strait earlier this week and were headed towards India and China. Turning off transponders used to publicly track vessel movements has raised concerns over maritime security and the risks facing commercial shipping in the region amid the ongoing US-Iran crisis.
The latest development comes as overall oil and LNG traffic through the Strait of Hormuz remains sharply reduced. Before the US-Israel conflict with Iran escalated, the waterway typically handled around 125 to 140 vessel passages daily. Traffic has since fallen dramatically due to military tensions, sanctions pressure and fears of further escalation.
Shipping disruptions have also left nearly 20,000 seafarers stranded aboard hundreds of vessels anchored in the Gulf while negotiations between Washington and Tehran continue over a possible ceasefire and reopening of the strategic route.
The Strait of Hormuz handles a major share of global crude oil and LNG exports, making any prolonged disruption a major concern for international energy markets and supply chains.
10:16 (IST) May 28
US Iran war: Shares fall in Asia, oil prices rise amid hostilities in Middle East
Asian markets have largely fallen following renewed hostilities between the US and Iran, with benchmark indexes in South Korea, Hong Kong and Australia opening lower.
Oil prices are also rising amid new uncertainty around the US-Iran ceasefire, with Brent crude futures rebounding to more than $95 a barrel.
US oil futures have also jumped to more than $91 a barrel.
Traders are monitoring reports of clashes amid negotiations between the US and Iran to end the war, with the Strait of Hormuz remaining blocked.
Oil prices are also rising amid new uncertainty around the US-Iran ceasefire, with Brent crude futures rebounding to more than $95 a barrel.
US oil futures have also jumped to more than $91 a barrel.
Traders are monitoring reports of clashes amid negotiations between the US and Iran to end the war, with the Strait of Hormuz remaining blocked.
10:03 (IST) May 28
US Iran war: Israeli military intercepts ‘suspicious aerial target’ over southern Lebanon
The Israeli military said its air force intercepted a “suspicious aerial target” over southern Lebanon shortly after warning sirens sounded in the areas of Ma’ayan Baruch and Kfar Yuval.
The interception comes amid continuing cross-border tensions and ongoing Israeli military operations in southern Lebanon targeting Hezbollah-linked positions.
The interception comes amid continuing cross-border tensions and ongoing Israeli military operations in southern Lebanon targeting Hezbollah-linked positions.
09:52 (IST) May 28
Iran war: Israeli female soldier killed, 2 reservists injured during operation in northern Israel
Israeli military said a 20-year-old female sergeant from the Givati Brigade’s 435th Battalion was killed during “operational activity” in northern Israel.
According to the military, a reserve soldier was severely injured while another reservist sustained moderate injuries in the same incident. Further details about the attack were not immediately disclosed.
According to the military, a reserve soldier was severely injured while another reservist sustained moderate injuries in the same incident. Further details about the attack were not immediately disclosed.
09:40 (IST) May 28
US Iran war: Israeli military intercepts ‘suspicious aerial target’ over southern Lebanon
Israeli military said that its air force intercepted a “suspicious aerial target” identified in an area of southern Lebanon where its troops are operating.
The military said the interception occurred shortly after air attacks sirens sounded in the areas of Ma’ayan Baruch and Kfar Yuval.
The military said the interception occurred shortly after air attacks sirens sounded in the areas of Ma’ayan Baruch and Kfar Yuval.
09:30 (IST) May 28
Iran war: Israel strikes Hezbollah targets in Tyre after mass evacuation orders in south Lebanon
The Israeli military on Thursday said it had launched fresh strikes targeting Hezbollah “infrastructure” in Lebanon’s southern city of Tyre, hours after issuing sweeping forced displacement orders for residents across the area. The Israeli army had warned civilians in Tyre and nearby southern regions to move north of the Zahrani River, nearly 40 kilometres from the Israeli border, as it prepared for intensified operations against Hezbollah amid the expanding regional conflict.
09:20 (IST) May 28
US Iran war: Israeli strike on Gaza City apartment kills 7
At least seven people, including two children and a woman, were killed after an Israeli air strike hit a residential apartment building in Gaza City on Thursday, according to local reports. The latest attack comes as Israeli bombardment across Gaza continues alongside widening military operations in Lebanon and escalating tensions involving Iran-backed groups across the region.
09:10 (IST) May 28
US Iran war: Israeli air strike hits building, cafe in Lebanon’s Tyre amid widening conflict
Lebanon’s National News Agency reported that an Israeli air strike struck a building and a cafe in the southern Lebanese city of Tyre during the early hours of Thursday. Firefighters were deployed to extinguish large fires and search through rubble for casualties after the strike, which came shortly after Israel intensified evacuation warnings across southern Lebanon.
09:02 (IST) May 28
US Iran war: Kuwait activates air defences as missiles, drones trigger sirens across country
Kuwait’s military said its air defence systems were “confronting hostile missile and drone attacks” after warning sirens sounded across the country early Thursday.
Kuwait’s national news agency reported that interception operations were underway, while the army urged residents to follow official safety instructions.
Kuwait’s national news agency reported that interception operations were underway, while the army urged residents to follow official safety instructions.
09:00 (IST) May 28
US Iran war: 'Aggression will not go unanswered' - IRGC announces retaliatory strike on US base
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) on Thursday claimed it had targeted an “American airbase” in retaliation for a US military strike near Bandar Abbas earlier in the day, warning that any further “aggression will not go unanswered”.
In a statement carried by Iran’s semi-official Tasnim news agency, the IRGC said the attack was launched at 04:50am local time against what it described as the source of the US “aggression”, though it did not disclose the exact location of the airbase.
The claim came shortly after reports that US forces had struck a site on the outskirts of Bandar Abbas in southern Iran. The IRGC warned that any future military action against Iran would face a “more decisive” response, signalling a further escalation in tensions around the Strait of Hormuz and the wider West Asia conflict.
In a statement carried by Iran’s semi-official Tasnim news agency, the IRGC said the attack was launched at 04:50am local time against what it described as the source of the US “aggression”, though it did not disclose the exact location of the airbase.
The claim came shortly after reports that US forces had struck a site on the outskirts of Bandar Abbas in southern Iran. The IRGC warned that any future military action against Iran would face a “more decisive” response, signalling a further escalation in tensions around the Strait of Hormuz and the wider West Asia conflict.
08:45 (IST) May 28
US Iran war: Kuwait responds to missile and drone attacks
Kuwait's military said that it was responding to missile and drone attacks, after the United States carried out fresh strikes on Iran and Tehran said it had fired at ships in the Strait of Hormuz.
"Kuwaiti air defenses are currently engaging hostile missile and drone attacks," the Kuwaiti army posted on X.
"Kuwaiti air defenses are currently engaging hostile missile and drone attacks," the Kuwaiti army posted on X.
08:31 (IST) May 28
Iran war news: Iran lays out ‘red lines’ as Trump pushes for nuclear deal
Iran on Wednesday asserted that it will not compromise on its core demands in ongoing negotiations with the United States, with senior Iranian official Ebrahim Azizi declaring that Tehran’s 'red lines' remain non-negotiable despite mounting Western pressure.
Azizi, who heads the Iranian parliament’s National Security Committee, said Iran would continue to insist on its right to enrich uranium, maintain stockpiles of enriched uranium and retain authority over the Strait of Hormuz. He also demanded the complete removal of sanctions imposed on Tehran.
In a post on X, Azizi accused US President Donald Trump of pushing for a deal to escape what he described as a “strategic deadlock” in negotiations.
The remarks came shortly after Trump claimed during a Cabinet meeting that Iran was “negotiating on fumes” and accused Tehran of trying to “outwait” Washington in the high-stakes talks over denuclearisation and regional security.
“Iran is very much intent, they want very much to make a deal – so far they haven't gotten there,” Trump said.
Azizi, who heads the Iranian parliament’s National Security Committee, said Iran would continue to insist on its right to enrich uranium, maintain stockpiles of enriched uranium and retain authority over the Strait of Hormuz. He also demanded the complete removal of sanctions imposed on Tehran.
In a post on X, Azizi accused US President Donald Trump of pushing for a deal to escape what he described as a “strategic deadlock” in negotiations.
The remarks came shortly after Trump claimed during a Cabinet meeting that Iran was “negotiating on fumes” and accused Tehran of trying to “outwait” Washington in the high-stakes talks over denuclearisation and regional security.
“Iran is very much intent, they want very much to make a deal – so far they haven't gotten there,” Trump said.
08:21 (IST) May 28
Iran war: Oil markets on edge as Hormuz tensions, fresh strikes raise fears of wider conflict
Global energy markets remain on high alert after renewed military tensions around the Strait of Hormuz and fresh US strikes in southern Iran raised fears of a broader regional conflict that could disrupt critical oil supplies.
Benchmark crude prices rebounded after reports emerged of naval confrontations near Hormuz, including claims by Iranian media that four vessels attempting to enter the Persian Gulf were forced to retreat after warning shots from Iranian naval forces.
Additional concerns surfaced after US officials confirmed strikes targeting Iranian drone infrastructure near Bandar Abbas following what Washington described as threats posed by Iranian one-way attack drones operating around the strategic waterway.
The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world’s most important maritime energy corridors, carrying nearly 20 per cent of global oil shipments. Analysts warn that any sustained disruption could drive fuel prices sharply higher, worsen inflation pressures and increase risks for the global economy.
Diplomatic efforts to secure a formal ceasefire between the United States and Iran remain ongoing, but disagreements over sanctions relief, uranium enrichment and control of the Strait of Hormuz continue to complicate negotiations.
Benchmark crude prices rebounded after reports emerged of naval confrontations near Hormuz, including claims by Iranian media that four vessels attempting to enter the Persian Gulf were forced to retreat after warning shots from Iranian naval forces.
Additional concerns surfaced after US officials confirmed strikes targeting Iranian drone infrastructure near Bandar Abbas following what Washington described as threats posed by Iranian one-way attack drones operating around the strategic waterway.
The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world’s most important maritime energy corridors, carrying nearly 20 per cent of global oil shipments. Analysts warn that any sustained disruption could drive fuel prices sharply higher, worsen inflation pressures and increase risks for the global economy.
Diplomatic efforts to secure a formal ceasefire between the United States and Iran remain ongoing, but disagreements over sanctions relief, uranium enrichment and control of the Strait of Hormuz continue to complicate negotiations.
08:21 (IST) May 28
US Iran war: Israel orders new evacuations in southern Lebanon as Hezbollah tensions intensify
The Israeli military has issued fresh evacuation orders across parts of southern Lebanon, signalling a possible expansion of operations against Hezbollah amid escalating regional tensions linked to the Iran conflict.
Residents in areas south of the Zahrani River, including parts of Tyre district, were instructed to immediately move north after the Israeli military claimed buildings in the region were located near Hezbollah infrastructure.
Israeli authorities warned civilians that remaining in the designated areas would place them “in danger” as operations intensify along the border region.
The latest warnings came after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed earlier this week to “crush” Hezbollah, while senior Israeli military officials said operations against the Iran-backed group were being intensified.
Iran has repeatedly insisted that any ceasefire agreement negotiated with the United States must also include an end to Israeli military operations in Lebanon. However, no breakthrough has yet been announced on that issue, leaving the northern front highly volatile despite ongoing diplomatic discussions.
Residents in areas south of the Zahrani River, including parts of Tyre district, were instructed to immediately move north after the Israeli military claimed buildings in the region were located near Hezbollah infrastructure.
Israeli authorities warned civilians that remaining in the designated areas would place them “in danger” as operations intensify along the border region.
The latest warnings came after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed earlier this week to “crush” Hezbollah, while senior Israeli military officials said operations against the Iran-backed group were being intensified.
Iran has repeatedly insisted that any ceasefire agreement negotiated with the United States must also include an end to Israeli military operations in Lebanon. However, no breakthrough has yet been announced on that issue, leaving the northern front highly volatile despite ongoing diplomatic discussions.
08:21 (IST) May 28
Iran war: Trump says Iran ‘negotiating on fumes’, warns US may ‘finish the job’ if talks fail
US President Donald Trump has warned that Washington could escalate military action against Iran if ongoing negotiations fail to produce what he described as a satisfactory agreement to end the conflict.
Speaking during a cabinet meeting at the White House, Trump said Iran was “negotiating on fumes” and insisted that Tehran was under mounting economic and military pressure. He added that the United States was not prepared to accept a weak settlement merely to secure a quick diplomatic breakthrough.
“I would like to have a great deal,” Trump said. “If it is not a great deal, we’re not going to make it.”
Trump also reiterated that the Strait of Hormuz “is going to be open to everybody”, dismissing suggestions that Iran or regional powers could exert exclusive control over the key maritime route.
The remarks come as US officials continue to pursue a potential deal that could involve Iran giving up parts of its highly enriched uranium stockpile in exchange for sanctions relief. However, several contentious issues remain unresolved, including Tehran’s authority over Hormuz and the future of regional proxy conflicts involving Hezbollah and Lebanon.
Speaking during a cabinet meeting at the White House, Trump said Iran was “negotiating on fumes” and insisted that Tehran was under mounting economic and military pressure. He added that the United States was not prepared to accept a weak settlement merely to secure a quick diplomatic breakthrough.
“I would like to have a great deal,” Trump said. “If it is not a great deal, we’re not going to make it.”
Trump also reiterated that the Strait of Hormuz “is going to be open to everybody”, dismissing suggestions that Iran or regional powers could exert exclusive control over the key maritime route.
The remarks come as US officials continue to pursue a potential deal that could involve Iran giving up parts of its highly enriched uranium stockpile in exchange for sanctions relief. However, several contentious issues remain unresolved, including Tehran’s authority over Hormuz and the future of regional proxy conflicts involving Hezbollah and Lebanon.
08:20 (IST) May 28
US Iran war: Iran claims exchange of fire with US forces near Bandar Abbas after tanker confrontation
Iranian media has reported an alleged exchange of fire between Iranian Revolutionary Guard naval units and US forces near Bandar Abbas, further heightening tensions in the Persian Gulf as negotiations over a ceasefire remain uncertain.
According to Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps-linked Tasnim news agency, Iranian naval forces opened fire on a US tanker that allegedly attempted to cross the Strait of Hormuz with its radar system switched off. The report claimed the vessel ignored Iranian maritime instructions, prompting a confrontation.
Tasnim further alleged that US forces responded by firing at an area near Bandar Abbas, with loud explosions reportedly heard in the southern Iranian port city. Iranian authorities claimed the incident caused no casualties or major property damage.
The reports emerged hours after US officials confirmed fresh “defensive” strikes targeting Iranian drone launch infrastructure near Bandar Abbas. American officials said US Central Command intercepted four Iranian one-way attack drones and struck a launch control station believed to be preparing another drone attack near the Strait of Hormuz.
According to Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps-linked Tasnim news agency, Iranian naval forces opened fire on a US tanker that allegedly attempted to cross the Strait of Hormuz with its radar system switched off. The report claimed the vessel ignored Iranian maritime instructions, prompting a confrontation.
Tasnim further alleged that US forces responded by firing at an area near Bandar Abbas, with loud explosions reportedly heard in the southern Iranian port city. Iranian authorities claimed the incident caused no casualties or major property damage.
The reports emerged hours after US officials confirmed fresh “defensive” strikes targeting Iranian drone launch infrastructure near Bandar Abbas. American officials said US Central Command intercepted four Iranian one-way attack drones and struck a launch control station believed to be preparing another drone attack near the Strait of Hormuz.
08:20 (IST) May 28
Iran war news: US sanctions Iran Strait authority, naval tensions rise near Hormuz amid fresh standoff
United States has imposed fresh sanctions on Iran’s Persian Gulf Strait Authority, the body responsible for overseeing vessel transit requests through the Strait of Hormuz, escalating pressure on Tehran as fragile negotiations continue over ending the months-long conflict.
The latest sanctions, announced by the US Treasury Department, come amid rising military tensions near the strategic waterway after Iranian media claimed naval forces confronted multiple vessels attempting to enter the Persian Gulf without authorisation.
Iran’s semi-official Tasnim news agency reported that four vessels ignored initial warnings from Iranian naval units before warning shots were fired, forcing the ships to turn back. The agency cited an informed military source but did not identify the vessels involved.
The Strait of Hormuz remains one of the world’s most critical energy chokepoints, handling nearly one-fifth of global oil flows. Concerns over disruption in the region have already triggered volatility in energy markets and raised fears of broader regional escalation.
US President Donald Trump said the strait would remain “open to everybody”, insisting it constitutes international waters despite Iran’s increasingly assertive posture in the area.
The latest sanctions, announced by the US Treasury Department, come amid rising military tensions near the strategic waterway after Iranian media claimed naval forces confronted multiple vessels attempting to enter the Persian Gulf without authorisation.
Iran’s semi-official Tasnim news agency reported that four vessels ignored initial warnings from Iranian naval units before warning shots were fired, forcing the ships to turn back. The agency cited an informed military source but did not identify the vessels involved.
The Strait of Hormuz remains one of the world’s most critical energy chokepoints, handling nearly one-fifth of global oil flows. Concerns over disruption in the region have already triggered volatility in energy markets and raised fears of broader regional escalation.
US President Donald Trump said the strait would remain “open to everybody”, insisting it constitutes international waters despite Iran’s increasingly assertive posture in the area.
US and Iranian negotiators have reportedly agreed on a 60-day memorandum of understanding aimed at extending the ceasefire and starting talks on Iran’s nuclear programme, according to Axios.
However, US President Donald Trump is yet to give final approval to the deal, Axios reported, citing two US officials and a regional source involved in the mediation efforts.
This comes as tensions in the Middle East intensified on Thursday after Iranian media reported fresh confrontations in and around the Strait of Hormuz, including warning shots fired at vessels and an alleged exchange of fire between US and Iranian forces near Bandar Abbas.
Iran’s Tasnim news agency claimed four vessels attempting to enter the Persian Gulf without coordination were forced to retreat after Iranian naval warnings. The agency also alleged that Iranian Revolutionary Guard forces fired on a US tanker accused of switching off its radar system while crossing the Strait of Hormuz, prompting a reported US response.
The developments came as the United States added Iran’s Persian Gulf Strait Authority to its sanctions list as part of President Donald Trump’s pressure campaign on Tehran during ongoing negotiations aimed at ending the conflict.
Trump declared that the Strait of Hormuz would remain open to all nations and warned that the US would only accept a deal that satisfied American interests. Meanwhile, Israel intensified military pressure in southern Lebanon with fresh evacuation orders linked to operations against Hezbollah.
The escalating tensions continue to fuel fears of wider regional instability and further disruption to global energy markets.
However, US President Donald Trump is yet to give final approval to the deal, Axios reported, citing two US officials and a regional source involved in the mediation efforts.
This comes as tensions in the Middle East intensified on Thursday after Iranian media reported fresh confrontations in and around the Strait of Hormuz, including warning shots fired at vessels and an alleged exchange of fire between US and Iranian forces near Bandar Abbas.
Iran’s Tasnim news agency claimed four vessels attempting to enter the Persian Gulf without coordination were forced to retreat after Iranian naval warnings. The agency also alleged that Iranian Revolutionary Guard forces fired on a US tanker accused of switching off its radar system while crossing the Strait of Hormuz, prompting a reported US response.
The developments came as the United States added Iran’s Persian Gulf Strait Authority to its sanctions list as part of President Donald Trump’s pressure campaign on Tehran during ongoing negotiations aimed at ending the conflict.
Trump declared that the Strait of Hormuz would remain open to all nations and warned that the US would only accept a deal that satisfied American interests. Meanwhile, Israel intensified military pressure in southern Lebanon with fresh evacuation orders linked to operations against Hezbollah.
The escalating tensions continue to fuel fears of wider regional instability and further disruption to global energy markets.
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