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US-Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: Iran contradicts Trump; warns Hormuz may 'not remain open' under blockade
US-Iran-Israel War News Live Updates: President of Iran Masoud Pezeshkian on Friday said that the “steadfastness” of the Iranian people forced United States–Israel forces to retreat during a 40-day conflict, according to state media. He stressed the importance of accurately portraying the war and highlighting national resilience, claiming public unity thwarted destabilisation efforts and strengthened cohesion despite external pressure.
His remarks come as a fragile 10-day truce takes effect in Lebanon, aimed at halting fighting between Israel and the Iran-backed Hezbollah. Celebrations erupted in Beirut, though uncertainty remains, with displaced civilians cautiously returning home. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said the ceasefire would not involve troop withdrawal, with forces maintaining a “security zone” in southern Lebanon. Hezbollah has warned it may respond to any violations.
Even as backchannel diplomacy continues, tensions remain high. The United States has maintained a naval blockade on Iranian ports for a third straight day, ramping up economic pressure on Tehran. Officials in Washington have warned of further sanctions on countries and entities doing business with Iran, signalling what one senior official described as the “financial equivalent” of a bombing campaign.
The US has deployed naval assets to monitor and control access to Iranian ports, aiming to restrict Tehran’s oil exports, a key source of revenue. While Washington says non-Iran-linked shipping can still pass through the Strait of Hormuz, military activity in the region has intensified.
President Donald Trump reinforced the hardline stance, announcing a sweeping blockade. “Effective immediately, the United States Navy, the Finest in the World, will begin the process of BLOCKADING any and all Ships trying to enter, or leave, the Strait of Hormuz,” he said, warning that “Any Iranian who fires at us, or at peaceful vessels, will be BLOWN TO HELL!”
Iran responded with strong warnings of its own, with the Revolutionary Guards cautioning that any misstep would trap adversaries in a “deadly” situation in the strategic waterway, which Tehran says it fully controls.
Markets have reacted nervously. Oil prices have surged back above $100 per barrel, while global equities have declined amid fears of prolonged disruption to energy supplies. Analysts warn that the blockade risks being seen as a continuation of hostilities, raising the possibility of further escalation, including strikes on critical energy infrastructure.
Key Takeaways
His remarks come as a fragile 10-day truce takes effect in Lebanon, aimed at halting fighting between Israel and the Iran-backed Hezbollah. Celebrations erupted in Beirut, though uncertainty remains, with displaced civilians cautiously returning home. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said the ceasefire would not involve troop withdrawal, with forces maintaining a “security zone” in southern Lebanon. Hezbollah has warned it may respond to any violations.
Even as backchannel diplomacy continues, tensions remain high. The United States has maintained a naval blockade on Iranian ports for a third straight day, ramping up economic pressure on Tehran. Officials in Washington have warned of further sanctions on countries and entities doing business with Iran, signalling what one senior official described as the “financial equivalent” of a bombing campaign.
The US has deployed naval assets to monitor and control access to Iranian ports, aiming to restrict Tehran’s oil exports, a key source of revenue. While Washington says non-Iran-linked shipping can still pass through the Strait of Hormuz, military activity in the region has intensified.
President Donald Trump reinforced the hardline stance, announcing a sweeping blockade. “Effective immediately, the United States Navy, the Finest in the World, will begin the process of BLOCKADING any and all Ships trying to enter, or leave, the Strait of Hormuz,” he said, warning that “Any Iranian who fires at us, or at peaceful vessels, will be BLOWN TO HELL!”
Iran responded with strong warnings of its own, with the Revolutionary Guards cautioning that any misstep would trap adversaries in a “deadly” situation in the strategic waterway, which Tehran says it fully controls.
Markets have reacted nervously. Oil prices have surged back above $100 per barrel, while global equities have declined amid fears of prolonged disruption to energy supplies. Analysts warn that the blockade risks being seen as a continuation of hostilities, raising the possibility of further escalation, including strikes on critical energy infrastructure.
Key Takeaways
07:12 (IST) Apr 18
Iran war news: Iran reopens Strait of Hormuz, but threatens to close it again as the US maintains its blockade
06:24 (IST) Apr 18
Israel-Iran war: Iran war wipes out 500 million barrels from global oil supply
The ongoing Iran conflict has removed around 500 million barrels of crude oil from the global market, marking what analysts describe as the largest energy supply disruption in modern history, according to data from analytics firm Kpler.
05:47 (IST) Apr 18
Iran war news: Iran urges UN action over 'aggression,' slams response to attacks as one-sided
Iran has called on the United Nations to take stronger action over what it described as acts of “aggression” against the country, according to state news agency IRNA.
Deputy Foreign Minister Saeed Khatibzadeh raised the issue during a meeting with Rosemary DiCarlo, saying the attacks on Iran amounted to a “continued blatant violation of international laws and rights.”
Tehran also criticised the response of the United Nations Security Council, observing that it had condemned Iran’s attacks on Gulf neighbours but had not taken similar action against the initial strikes launched by the US and Israel on February 28.
Deputy Foreign Minister Saeed Khatibzadeh raised the issue during a meeting with Rosemary DiCarlo, saying the attacks on Iran amounted to a “continued blatant violation of international laws and rights.”
Tehran also criticised the response of the United Nations Security Council, observing that it had condemned Iran’s attacks on Gulf neighbours but had not taken similar action against the initial strikes launched by the US and Israel on February 28.
05:16 (IST) Apr 18
Iran war news: Iran parliament speaker slams Trump claims, warns Hormuz passage depends on 'Iranian authorization'
Iran’s parliament speaker launched a sharp attack on remarks by US President Donald Trump, accusing him of spreading false claims and warning that continued pressure could impact maritime security in the region.
In a post on X, listing out all the claims he wrote:
1- The President of the United States made seven claims in one hour, all seven of which were false.
2- They did not win the war with these lies, and they will certainly not get anywhere in negotiations either.
3- With the continuation of the blockade, the Strait of Hormuz will not remain open.
4- Passage through the Strait of Hormuz will be conducted based on the "designated route" and with "Iranian authorization."
5- Whether the Strait is open or closed and the regulations governing it will be determined by the field, not by social media.
6- Media warfare and engineering public opinion are an important part of war, and the Iranian nation is not affected by these tricks. Read the real and accurate news of the negotiations in the recent interview of the Foreign Ministry spokesman.
In a post on X, listing out all the claims he wrote:
1- The President of the United States made seven claims in one hour, all seven of which were false.
2- They did not win the war with these lies, and they will certainly not get anywhere in negotiations either.
3- With the continuation of the blockade, the Strait of Hormuz will not remain open.
4- Passage through the Strait of Hormuz will be conducted based on the "designated route" and with "Iranian authorization."
5- Whether the Strait is open or closed and the regulations governing it will be determined by the field, not by social media.
6- Media warfare and engineering public opinion are an important part of war, and the Iranian nation is not affected by these tricks. Read the real and accurate news of the negotiations in the recent interview of the Foreign Ministry spokesman.
04:57 (IST) Apr 18
Israel-Iran war: 'Iran will shut Hormuz Strait if US blockade continues', Parliamentary speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf warns
Iran will close the strategic Strait of Hormuz again if the United States continues its blockade of Iranian ports, parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said.
"With the continuation of the blockade, the Strait of Hormuz will not remain open," Ghalibaf wrote on X, adding that passage through the waterway would depend on authorisation from Iran.
"With the continuation of the blockade, the Strait of Hormuz will not remain open," Ghalibaf wrote on X, adding that passage through the waterway would depend on authorisation from Iran.
04:26 (IST) Apr 18
Iran will close Hormuz Strait if US blockade not lifted: Speaker, reports AFP
04:11 (IST) Apr 18
Israel-Iran war: Trump says Iran Strait of Hormuz 'fully open,' vows US naval pressure until deal is complete
Donald Trump said, "This will be a great and brilliant day for the world because Iran has just announced that the Strait of Hormuz is fully open and ready for business and full passage. But the naval blockade with the greatest navy in the world, from the greatest military the world has ever seen, we built it. During my first term, we built it...We'll remain in full force and effect as it pertains to Iran until such time as our transaction with Iran is 100 % complete and fully signed.
04:05 (IST) Apr 18
US-Iran war: Trump criticises Nato over Hormuz crisis response
Donald Trump said, "Now that the Strait of Hormuz situation is almost over, I received a call from NATO asking if we would like some help...I told them I would have liked your help two months ago, but now I really don't want your help anymore, because they were absolutely useless when we needed them. But actually, we never needed them. They needed us..."
03:58 (IST) Apr 18
Iran war news: 'We will make Lebanon great again', Trump hails Israel-Lebanon ceasefire
Donald Trump speaking at an event hosted by the conservative Turning Point USA movement in Phoenix, Arizona said, "Yesterday, we achieved what everyone said was impossible, an unprecedented ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon. That hasn't taken place in 78 years. Our deal with Iran is not in any way tied to Lebanon, but we will make Lebanon great again..."
03:46 (IST) Apr 18
Iran war news: Trump says Iran uranium will be transferred to US under deal
US President Donald Trump said Iran’s uranium would be transferred to the United States under any peace agreement, adding that Washington would help Tehran extract it from nuclear facilities struck in US attacks last year.
Speaking at an event hosted by the conservative Turning Point USA movement in Phoenix, Arizona, Trump said, “We’re going to get it by going in with Iran, with lots of excavators. We’re going to take it back home to the USA very soon.”
Speaking at an event hosted by the conservative Turning Point USA movement in Phoenix, Arizona, Trump said, “We’re going to get it by going in with Iran, with lots of excavators. We’re going to take it back home to the USA very soon.”
03:40 (IST) Apr 18
US-Iran war: Iran rejects Trump claim on uranium transfer, calls enriched stockpile 'sacred'
Iran has strongly rejected US President Donald Trump’s claim that Tehran agreed to transfer its enriched uranium to the United States, calling the assertion false and unacceptable.
Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei said, “Enriched uranium is as sacred to us as Iranian soil and will not be transferred anywhere under any circumstances,” according to Iranian media reports.
The remarks came after Trump said Iran had “agreed to everything” in ongoing talks, including a plan to jointly remove enriched uranium and transport it to the US. He also claimed progress toward a deal within days and said the US would continue its blockade of Iranian ports until an agreement is reached.
Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei said, “Enriched uranium is as sacred to us as Iranian soil and will not be transferred anywhere under any circumstances,” according to Iranian media reports.
The remarks came after Trump said Iran had “agreed to everything” in ongoing talks, including a plan to jointly remove enriched uranium and transport it to the US. He also claimed progress toward a deal within days and said the US would continue its blockade of Iranian ports until an agreement is reached.
03:25 (IST) Apr 18
Iran war news: US military says 19 ships turned back to Iran since blockade began
The US military said 19 vessels have turned back to Iranian ports since the start of the ongoing maritime blockade. In a post on X, US Central Command said, “Since commencement of the blockade, 19 ships have complied with direction from U.S. forces to turn around and return to Iran. ZERO vessels have evaded US forces during the blockade.”
03:05 (IST) Apr 18
Pakistan to host next round of US-Iran talks on Monday: Report
A fresh round of talks between Iranian and American negotiators is expected to take place in Islamabad on Monday, Iranian officials said. According to the sources, cited by CNN, the delegations are likely to arrive in Islamabad on Sunday ahead of the discussions.
The planned meeting follows earlier rounds of engagement hosted by Pakistan amid ongoing diplomatic efforts to reduce tensions between Washington and Tehran.
The planned meeting follows earlier rounds of engagement hosted by Pakistan amid ongoing diplomatic efforts to reduce tensions between Washington and Tehran.
02:55 (IST) Apr 18
Israel-Iran war: US, Saudi officials hold talks on Strait of Hormuz, Lebanon ceasefire
US State Secretary Marco Rubio held talks with Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan, discussing the situation in the Strait of Hormuz and efforts to consolidate the ceasefire in Lebanon, according to Saudi state news agency SPA.
The conversation comes amid heightened regional tensions and ongoing international efforts to stabilise shipping routes and maintain the fragile ceasefire.
The conversation comes amid heightened regional tensions and ongoing international efforts to stabilise shipping routes and maintain the fragile ceasefire.
02:41 (IST) Apr 18
Israel-Iran war: Iranian fighter jets fly over Tehran
Iranian state media reported that fighter jets, including F-4 and MiG-29 aircraft, took off over Tehran on Friday night, following eyewitness accounts of aircraft activity over the capital.
02:18 (IST) Apr 18
US-Iran war news: Oil tumbles, global stocks rally as Iran declares Strait of Hormuz open amid ceasefire
Global oil prices plunged and equity markets surged after Iran announced the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz for commercial traffic, easing supply concerns. European and New York markets rallied, with major indices hitting record highs following the development.
The key waterway, which handles about one-fifth of global crude oil flows, had faced disruptions since the US-Israeli offensive began on February 28, pushing oil prices close to $120 a barrel. Following the announcement, both Brent and WTI crude dropped below $90, with Brent later settling at $90.38 per barrel, down 9.1%, AFP reported.
The key waterway, which handles about one-fifth of global crude oil flows, had faced disruptions since the US-Israeli offensive began on February 28, pushing oil prices close to $120 a barrel. Following the announcement, both Brent and WTI crude dropped below $90, with Brent later settling at $90.38 per barrel, down 9.1%, AFP reported.
01:55 (IST) Apr 18
US-Iran war: Iran slams US statements on Strait of Hormuz as 'contradictory'
Iran criticised US remarks on the Strait of Hormuz, calling them inconsistent and detached from reality. Foreign ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei said statements by American officials were “filled with contradictions and lies,” describing them as a sign of “desperation and helplessness,” Al-Jazeera reported.
“We should not be influenced by the other side’s tweets,” he said, adding, “the opening or closing of the Strait of Hormuz does not happen on social media, but on the ground.”
“We should not be influenced by the other side’s tweets,” he said, adding, “the opening or closing of the Strait of Hormuz does not happen on social media, but on the ground.”
01:32 (IST) Apr 18
Israel-Iran war: Unicef says Lebanon ceasefire ‘must hold’
The UN agency for the protection of children has welcomed the announcement of a ceasefire in Lebanon. The agency said that the ceasefire announcement comes after weeks of 'immense suffering'.
“Over the past 46 days, children have paid a devastating price,” Unicef said on X. “This ceasefire must hold – and must be fully respected.”
“Over the past 46 days, children have paid a devastating price,” Unicef said on X. “This ceasefire must hold – and must be fully respected.”
00:59 (IST) Apr 18
US Iran war: Iran says enriched uranium 'not going to be transferred anywhere,' rejects Trump’s claim
Iran said that its stockpile of enriched uranium will not be transferred abroad, rejecting a claim by US President Donald Trump that Tehran had agreed to hand it over.
“Iran's enriched uranium is not going to be transferred anywhere,” foreign ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei told state TV.
The response came after Trump said on his Truth Social platform that “The USA will get all Nuclear 'Dust,' created by our great B2 Bombers,” referring to nuclear material buried by US strikes last year.
00:42 (IST) Apr 18
Iran foreign ministry says its enriched uranium 'not going to be transferred', reports AFP
00:24 (IST) Apr 18
Iran war news: India joins France-UK summit on Strait of Hormuz security as Iran says route 'completely open'
India on Friday participated as an observer in a summit hosted by France and the UK to secure the opening of Strait of Hormuz. According to PTI, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri represented New Delhi, having earlier attended a similar UK-hosted virtual meeting on April 2.
Hours before the summit at the Élysée Palace in Paris, external affairs ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said India had been invited to take part. The meeting was chaired by French President Emmanuel Macron and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer.
The development came shortly after Iran’s foreign minister Abbas Araghchi said the Strait of Hormuz is “completely open” to commercial ships during the ceasefire period.
“In line with the ceasefire in Lebanon, the passage for all commercial vessels through Strait of Hormuz is declared completely open for the remaining period of ceasefire, on the coordinated route as already announced by Ports and Maritime Organisation of the Islamic Rep. of Iran,” Araghachi said on X.
Hours before the summit at the Élysée Palace in Paris, external affairs ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said India had been invited to take part. The meeting was chaired by French President Emmanuel Macron and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer.
The development came shortly after Iran’s foreign minister Abbas Araghchi said the Strait of Hormuz is “completely open” to commercial ships during the ceasefire period.
“In line with the ceasefire in Lebanon, the passage for all commercial vessels through Strait of Hormuz is declared completely open for the remaining period of ceasefire, on the coordinated route as already announced by Ports and Maritime Organisation of the Islamic Rep. of Iran,” Araghachi said on X.
00:00 (IST) Apr 18
Iran war news: Pakistan ‘willing go to all lengths to achieve’ deal, reports Al-Jazeera
Al-Jazeera citing a Pakistani source said that much more is needed to be done in talks between Iran and the US before countries around the world can breathe a sigh of relief.
“We have hope and our efforts are relentless towards lasting peace in the region. And we are willing to go to all lengths to achieve that,” the source said.
“This wouldn’t have been possible without the wisdom of Iran’s leadership and the genuine efforts of the US administration under the leadership of DJT.”
“We have hope and our efforts are relentless towards lasting peace in the region. And we are willing to go to all lengths to achieve that,” the source said.
“This wouldn’t have been possible without the wisdom of Iran’s leadership and the genuine efforts of the US administration under the leadership of DJT.”
23:40 (IST) Apr 17
US Iran war: UN Secretary General welcomes the reopening of Strait of Hormuz
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres welcomed the announcement of the reopening of Strait of Hormuz.
In a post on X, Guterres describe it as a “step in the right direction”, adding that he hopes it means there will be greater confidence between parties.
In a post on X, Guterres describe it as a “step in the right direction”, adding that he hopes it means there will be greater confidence between parties.
23:21 (IST) Apr 17
Iran war news: 'Lebanon no longer an arena for anyone's wars'
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun on Friday said his country was no longer an "arena" for anyone's wars after a ceasefire in the Israel-Hezbollah war went into force.
"We are confident that we will save Lebanon... we have reclaimed Lebanon and Lebanon's decision-making power for the first time in nearly half a century," Aoun said in his first speech to the nation since the truce, adding that "today, we negotiate for ourselves... we are no longer a pawn in anyone's game, nor an arena for anyone's wars, and we never will be again."
"I hereby affirm... that there will be no agreement that infringes upon our national rights, diminishes the dignity of our steadfast people, or relinquishes an iota of this nation's soil." (AFP)
"We are confident that we will save Lebanon... we have reclaimed Lebanon and Lebanon's decision-making power for the first time in nearly half a century," Aoun said in his first speech to the nation since the truce, adding that "today, we negotiate for ourselves... we are no longer a pawn in anyone's game, nor an arena for anyone's wars, and we never will be again."
"I hereby affirm... that there will be no agreement that infringes upon our national rights, diminishes the dignity of our steadfast people, or relinquishes an iota of this nation's soil." (AFP)
23:00 (IST) Apr 17
US Iran war: Lebanon president addresses nation, says country on verge of 'new phase' of 'permanent agreements'
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun said on Friday that his country was on the verge of a "new phase" of "permanent agreements," after the ceasefire in the Israel-Hezbollah war went into force.
"Now, we all stand before a new phase," Aoun said in his first speech to the nation since the truce, adding that "it is the phase of transition from working on a ceasefire to working on permanent agreements that preserve the rights of our people, the unity of our land, and the sovereignty of our nation."
Aoun added that direct talks with Israel were "not a sign of weakness nor a concession... negotiations do not mean, and will never mean, giving up any right, conceding any principle, or compromising the sovereignty of this nation." (AFP)
"Now, we all stand before a new phase," Aoun said in his first speech to the nation since the truce, adding that "it is the phase of transition from working on a ceasefire to working on permanent agreements that preserve the rights of our people, the unity of our land, and the sovereignty of our nation."
Aoun added that direct talks with Israel were "not a sign of weakness nor a concession... negotiations do not mean, and will never mean, giving up any right, conceding any principle, or compromising the sovereignty of this nation." (AFP)
22:51 (IST) Apr 17
Iran war news: Strikes kill three Iranian Kurds, including two women, in Iraq's Kurdistan
Drone and rocket strikes in Iraq's northern Kurdistan region on Friday killed three Iranian Kurds, including two women fighters, an exiled opposition group said, blaming the attack on Iran.
During the Middle East war, Iran has repeatedly struck Iranian Kurdish groups in Iraq's autonomous Kurdistan region, which hosts camps and bases belonging to several exiled rebel groups.
"The Islamic Republic of Iran launched a new wave of missile and drone strikes today targeting... civilian camps of the PDKI," killing one person and wounding his father, the Democratic Party of Iranian Kurdistan (PDKI) said on X.
In a separate attack, two women fighters were killed and other fighters wounded, the party added.
A PDKI official told AFP the fighters were killed in an attack on their positions in the Soran area, nestled in the Zagros mountains near the Iranian border.
During the Middle East war, Iran has repeatedly struck Iranian Kurdish groups in Iraq's autonomous Kurdistan region, which hosts camps and bases belonging to several exiled rebel groups.
"The Islamic Republic of Iran launched a new wave of missile and drone strikes today targeting... civilian camps of the PDKI," killing one person and wounding his father, the Democratic Party of Iranian Kurdistan (PDKI) said on X.
In a separate attack, two women fighters were killed and other fighters wounded, the party added.
A PDKI official told AFP the fighters were killed in an attack on their positions in the Soran area, nestled in the Zagros mountains near the Iranian border.
22:27 (IST) Apr 17
US Iran war: France and UK to lead multinational Strait of Hormuz mission
France and Britain said Friday they will lead a multinational mission to ensure freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, while emphasising the force would be entirely defensive and only deployed once lasting peace in the region was agreed.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and French President Emmanuel Macron confirmed the force was being set up as they co-chaired international talks in Paris focused on ensuring free-flowing trade through the critical shipping corridor.
The conference, held mainly by video link, brought together a total of 49 countries from Europe and Asia, which were represented at various levels including dozens of heads of state and government.
Neither the United States nor Iran, as warring parties, participated in the meeting. (AFP)
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and French President Emmanuel Macron confirmed the force was being set up as they co-chaired international talks in Paris focused on ensuring free-flowing trade through the critical shipping corridor.
The conference, held mainly by video link, brought together a total of 49 countries from Europe and Asia, which were represented at various levels including dozens of heads of state and government.
Neither the United States nor Iran, as warring parties, participated in the meeting. (AFP)
21:51 (IST) Apr 17
Iran war news: Pakistani-flagged vessel with UAE crude exits Gulf via Strait of Hormuz
Pakistani-flagged tanker Shalamar has exited the Gulf via the Strait of Hormuz carrying crude loaded from the United Arab Emirates, shipping data from Kpler and LSEG showed.
The Aframax tanker exited the waterway on Thursday laden with about 440,000 barrels of Abu Dhabi's Das Blend crude loaded earlier this week, Kpler data showed. The vessel is heading to the port of Karachi to discharge its cargo on April 19, according to the data.
The Shalamar was one of two Pakistani tankers that entered the strait on Sunday to load crude and oil products. Pakistan's petroleum minister said on Wednesday that the Shalamar loaded crude from the UAE at an ADNOC terminal.
The Aframax tanker exited the waterway on Thursday laden with about 440,000 barrels of Abu Dhabi's Das Blend crude loaded earlier this week, Kpler data showed. The vessel is heading to the port of Karachi to discharge its cargo on April 19, according to the data.
The Shalamar was one of two Pakistani tankers that entered the strait on Sunday to load crude and oil products. Pakistan's petroleum minister said on Wednesday that the Shalamar loaded crude from the UAE at an ADNOC terminal.
21:29 (IST) Apr 17
US Iran war: Deal to end US-Iran war 'very close,' says Trump
US President Donald Trump told AFP on Friday there were "no sticking points" left for a peace deal with Iran, adding that an agreement was "very close."
Trump's comments came after a series of social media posts in which he touted progress on reopening the Strait of Hormuz and ending Iran's nuclear program.
"We're very close. Looks like it's going to be very good for everybody. And we're very close to having a deal," Trump said in a brief telephone call with AFP from Las Vegas.
"The strait's going to be open, they already are open. And things are going very well."
A first round of US-Iran talks in Pakistan last weekend ended without a peace deal, but Trump has said a second round could happen soon.
Trump has said the core US demand is that Iran should never be able to develop a nuclear weapon, and he said on Thursday that Iran had agreed to turn over its stock of enriched uranium.
Asked what the remaining sticking points for a deal were, Trump replied, "No sticking points at all."
When asked why he was unable to declare a deal at this point after his string of optimistic posts, Trump said he wanted an agreement on paper.
"I don't do that, I get it in writing," Trump added. (AFP)
Trump's comments came after a series of social media posts in which he touted progress on reopening the Strait of Hormuz and ending Iran's nuclear program.
"We're very close. Looks like it's going to be very good for everybody. And we're very close to having a deal," Trump said in a brief telephone call with AFP from Las Vegas.
"The strait's going to be open, they already are open. And things are going very well."
A first round of US-Iran talks in Pakistan last weekend ended without a peace deal, but Trump has said a second round could happen soon.
Trump has said the core US demand is that Iran should never be able to develop a nuclear weapon, and he said on Thursday that Iran had agreed to turn over its stock of enriched uranium.
Asked what the remaining sticking points for a deal were, Trump replied, "No sticking points at all."
When asked why he was unable to declare a deal at this point after his string of optimistic posts, Trump said he wanted an agreement on paper.
"I don't do that, I get it in writing," Trump added. (AFP)
21:00 (IST) Apr 17
Iran war news: 19 vessels sent back to Iran from Strait of Hormuz on Friday, says US CENTCOM
US Central Command said in a social media post on Friday said that zero vessels have evaded American naval forces during the blockade of Iran-linked ships, and 19 vessels “complied with direction from US forces to turn around and return to Iran."
The post from Central Command came shortly before Trump thanked Iran for opening up the Strait of Hormuz, which Trump said was “completely open and ready for business."
Trump, however, stressed that the blockade against Iranian shipping outside the Strait of Hormuz was still in place until negotiations were complete.
The narrow passage way in the Persian Gulf was effectively closed by Iran during the war with the US and Israel, cutting off the flow of oil and natural gas through the gulf. (AP)
The post from Central Command came shortly before Trump thanked Iran for opening up the Strait of Hormuz, which Trump said was “completely open and ready for business."
Trump, however, stressed that the blockade against Iranian shipping outside the Strait of Hormuz was still in place until negotiations were complete.
The narrow passage way in the Persian Gulf was effectively closed by Iran during the war with the US and Israel, cutting off the flow of oil and natural gas through the gulf. (AP)
20:51 (IST) Apr 17
US Iran war: One killed in Israeli strike despite truce, reports Lebanese media
Lebanese state media said an Israeli strike on a motorcycle in the south killed one person on Friday, despite the start of a 10-day ceasefire in the Israel-Hezbollah war.
"A motorcyclist was killed in the town of Kunin, in the Bint Jbeil district, after being targeted by an enemy drone," Lebanon's state-run National News Agency reported.
Under the terms of the truce, Israel reserves the right to continue targeting Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah to prevent "planned, imminent or ongoing attacks".
Israel also said it will maintain a 10-kilometre (six-mile) security zone along the border in southern Lebanon.
The ceasefire agreement makes no mention of an Israeli withdrawal from Lebanon. (AFP)
"A motorcyclist was killed in the town of Kunin, in the Bint Jbeil district, after being targeted by an enemy drone," Lebanon's state-run National News Agency reported.
Under the terms of the truce, Israel reserves the right to continue targeting Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah to prevent "planned, imminent or ongoing attacks".
Israel also said it will maintain a 10-kilometre (six-mile) security zone along the border in southern Lebanon.
The ceasefire agreement makes no mention of an Israeli withdrawal from Lebanon. (AFP)
20:36 (IST) Apr 17
Iran war news: Germany's Merz urges US to participate in possible Hormuz mission
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said Friday it would be "desirable" to have US participation in any possible mission to ensure freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.
Speaking alongside leaders from the UK, France and Italy after a meeting in Paris, Merz said Germany would "take part in the further military planning discussions that are taking place, and we would also welcome, if possible, the participation of the United States of America".
"Soaring energy prices must come down again as quickly as possible, and this war must not become a transatlantic stress test," Merz said.
He added that a German contribution to an international mission in the Strait of Hormuz "may, once hostilities have ceased, involve the deployment of the Bundeswehr".
But he stressed the need for "a secure legal basis for this, for example in the form of a Security Council resolution" before Berlin could take part.
German forces could eventually help with "mine clearance and maritime reconnaissance," Merz said. (AFP)
Speaking alongside leaders from the UK, France and Italy after a meeting in Paris, Merz said Germany would "take part in the further military planning discussions that are taking place, and we would also welcome, if possible, the participation of the United States of America".
"Soaring energy prices must come down again as quickly as possible, and this war must not become a transatlantic stress test," Merz said.
He added that a German contribution to an international mission in the Strait of Hormuz "may, once hostilities have ceased, involve the deployment of the Bundeswehr".
But he stressed the need for "a secure legal basis for this, for example in the form of a Security Council resolution" before Berlin could take part.
German forces could eventually help with "mine clearance and maritime reconnaissance," Merz said. (AFP)
20:27 (IST) Apr 17
US Iran war: Nearly 2,300 killed in Israel's attacks, says Lebanon
Israeli attacks on Lebanon have killed nearly 2,300 people since March 2, Lebanon's health ministry said, on the first day of the ceasefire in the Israel-Hezbollah war.
In a statement, the ministry said that at least 2,294 have been killed, in a preliminary toll that included 274 women, 177 children and 100 health workers and rescuers.
"The final toll of the aggression will be made after the rubble has been cleared, the martyrs have been recovered, DNA tests have been completed, and the identities of their owners have been determined," the ministry added. (AFP)
In a statement, the ministry said that at least 2,294 have been killed, in a preliminary toll that included 274 women, 177 children and 100 health workers and rescuers.
"The final toll of the aggression will be made after the rubble has been cleared, the martyrs have been recovered, DNA tests have been completed, and the identities of their owners have been determined," the ministry added. (AFP)
20:13 (IST) Apr 17
Iran war news: Trump says Iran agreed never to close Strait of Hormuz again
Iran has agreed to never close the Strait of Hormuz again. It will no longer be used as a weapon against the World!: Donald Trump
20:05 (IST) Apr 17
US Iran war: Netanyahu says Israel has 'not yet finished the job' against Hezbollah
Israel has not yet finished dealing with Hezbollah, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Friday, vowing to press on with the Lebanese militant group's "dismantling" just hours after a 10-day ceasefire came into effect.
"Today’s Hezbollah is a shadow of its former self compared to the heyday of (Hassan) Nasrallah," he said of the group's leader who was killed by Israel in 2024.
"But we haven't yet finished the job. There are things we plan to do to address the remaining rocket threat and the drone threat," said Netanyahu.
Israel's other objective, the "dismantling of Hezbollah" wouldn't be "achieved overnight," he said, warning it would require "a sustained effort, patience and perseverance, along with skilful diplomatic manoeuvring."
Netanyahu said Israel's operation had "removed" two threats from Lebanon.
"A near threat involving the infiltration of thousands of terrorists and anti-tank fire onto our communities and a distant threat... of 150,000 missiles and rockets to destroy Israel's cities," he said. (AFP)
"Today’s Hezbollah is a shadow of its former self compared to the heyday of (Hassan) Nasrallah," he said of the group's leader who was killed by Israel in 2024.
"But we haven't yet finished the job. There are things we plan to do to address the remaining rocket threat and the drone threat," said Netanyahu.
Israel's other objective, the "dismantling of Hezbollah" wouldn't be "achieved overnight," he said, warning it would require "a sustained effort, patience and perseverance, along with skilful diplomatic manoeuvring."
Netanyahu said Israel's operation had "removed" two threats from Lebanon.
"A near threat involving the infiltration of thousands of terrorists and anti-tank fire onto our communities and a distant threat... of 150,000 missiles and rockets to destroy Israel's cities," he said. (AFP)
20:03 (IST) Apr 17
US Iran war: Trump thanks Pakistan PM, field marshal
"Thank you to Pakistan and its Great Prime Minister and Field Marshall, two fantastic people!!!"
20:01 (IST) Apr 17
Iran war news: Macron and Starmer welcome Iran's Hormuz announcement
The leaders of France and the UK on Friday welcomed the announced reopening of the Strait of Hormuz but say it must become permanent.
President Emmanuel Macron and Prime Minister Keir Starmer say they will keep planning an international mission to restore maritime security, with a meeting of military planners in London next week.
Speaking after a gathering of some 50 countries, Macron said, “We all demand the full, immediate and unconditional reopening of the Strait of Hormuz by all parties.”
Starmer said the announcement by Iran and the US that the waterway is open must become “both lasting and a workable proposal.”
He said France and the UK will lead a multinational mission to safeguard shipping “as soon as conditions allow.” (AP)
President Emmanuel Macron and Prime Minister Keir Starmer say they will keep planning an international mission to restore maritime security, with a meeting of military planners in London next week.
Speaking after a gathering of some 50 countries, Macron said, “We all demand the full, immediate and unconditional reopening of the Strait of Hormuz by all parties.”
Starmer said the announcement by Iran and the US that the waterway is open must become “both lasting and a workable proposal.”
He said France and the UK will lead a multinational mission to safeguard shipping “as soon as conditions allow.” (AP)
19:56 (IST) Apr 17
US Iran war: 'Iran and USA together removing mines from Strait of Hormuz'
Iran, with the help of the U.S.A., has removed, or is removing, all sea mines!: Donald Trump
19:49 (IST) Apr 17
Iran war news: Iran says passage of military vessels through Strait of Hormuz remains prohibited
Iran will block military vessels from transiting the Strait of Hormuz, a military official quoted by state television said on Friday, after the Islamic republic announced the crucial waterway would reopen to commercial shipping.
"The passage of military vessels through the Strait of Hormuz remains prohibited," a senior military official told state television, adding that civilian vessels would have to transit the waterway through designated routes and with permission of the Iranian Revolutionary Guards navy. (AFP)
"The passage of military vessels through the Strait of Hormuz remains prohibited," a senior military official told state television, adding that civilian vessels would have to transit the waterway through designated routes and with permission of the Iranian Revolutionary Guards navy. (AFP)
19:46 (IST) Apr 17
US Iran war: Trump claims got call from NATO after Strait of Hormuz closure
Now that the Hormuz Strait situation is over, I received a call from NATO asking if we would need some help. I TOLD THEM TO STAY AWAY, UNLESS THEY JUST WANT TO LOAD UP THEIR SHIPS WITH OIL. They were useless when needed, a Paper Tiger!: Donald Trump
19:40 (IST) Apr 17
Iran war news: 'US will get all nuclear dust'
The U.S.A. will get all Nuclear “Dust,” created by our great B2 Bombers - No money will exchange hands in any way, shape, or form. This deal is in no way subject to Lebanon, either, but the USA will, separately, work with Lebanon, and deal with the Hezboolah situation in an appropriate manner: Donald Trump
19:34 (IST) Apr 17
US Iran war: 'Israel prohibited from bombing Lebanon'
Israel will not be bombing Lebanon any longer. They are PROHIBITED from doing so by the U.S.A. Enough is enough!!!: Donald Trump
19:24 (IST) Apr 17
Iran war news: Israel announes war-time curbs being lifted after Lebanon truce
The Israeli army on Friday said it was lifting all war-time restrictions across the country, just hours after a 10-day truce with Lebanon came into force.
"The entire country will move to full activity levels, with no restrictions," an army statement said.
A final restriction on gatherings of more than 1,000 people on the northern frontier with Lebanon would be lifted at 1700 GMT on Saturday, it said.
"The entire country will move to full activity levels, with no restrictions," an army statement said.
A final restriction on gatherings of more than 1,000 people on the northern frontier with Lebanon would be lifted at 1700 GMT on Saturday, it said.
19:00 (IST) Apr 17
US Iran war: US naval blockade will continue despite reopening of Strait of Hormuz, says Trump
The Strait of Hormuz is completely open and ready for business and full passage, but the naval blockade will remain in full force and effect as it pertains to Iran only until our transaction with Iran is 100% complete. This process should go very quickly, as most points are already negotiated: Donald Trump
18:54 (IST) Apr 17
Iran war news: Oil prices plunge 10% as Iran says Hormuz passage open during ceasefire
Oil prices plunged Friday after Iran's foreign minister Abbas Araghchi said the vital Strait of Hormuz was "completely open" for commercial tankers and cargo ships during the US-Iran ceasefire.
International benchmark Brent North Sea crude plunged 10 percent to $89.11 a barrel, after earlier falling five percent on US-Iran peace deal hopes.
The main US contract, West Texas Intermediate, shed 11 percent to $84.11 a barrel. (AFP)
International benchmark Brent North Sea crude plunged 10 percent to $89.11 a barrel, after earlier falling five percent on US-Iran peace deal hopes.
The main US contract, West Texas Intermediate, shed 11 percent to $84.11 a barrel. (AFP)
18:44 (IST) Apr 17
US Iran war: Trump reacts to Iran's Strait of Hormuz announcement
Iran has just announced that the Strait of Hormuz is fully open and ready for full passage. Thank you!: US President Donald Trump on Truth Social
18:26 (IST) Apr 17
Iran war news: Iran declares Strait of Hormuz 'completely open'
18:10 (IST) Apr 17
US Iran war: UAE envoy to India condemns attacks on its civilian infrastructure by Iran
Assessing the evolving security situation in West Asia, UAE Ambassador to India Abdulnasser Jamal Alshaali said that his country has faced an unprecedented wave of missile and drone attacks since late February and noted that regional tensions remain far from resolved.
In a detailed interview with ANI, the diplomat, in response to questions on whether the worst of the conflict is over, said the UAE has been directly targeted despite not being a party to the conflict.
"The UAE has faced 2,890 missiles and drones since the 28th of February. That is more than every other neighbouring country attacked during this war. These were unprovoked terrorist attacks against a country that was not a party to this war in any way," Alshaali said.
The envoy further alleged that civilian infrastructure was deliberately targeted and rejected claims of military justification.
"Iran targeted our civilian infrastructure, our energy facilities, our residential areas, and basically our model of openness. This was not a military strategy. It was terrorism."
He added that the attacks were aimed at creating fear among civilians and undermining economic stability. However, he emphasised that UAE defence systems "successfully intercepted" most incoming threats and that the country's response remained "disciplined and professional," Alshaali said. (ANI)
17:32 (IST) Apr 17
Iran war news: Discarded items found near Israeli embassy in London
Police in London said Friday they were investigating an incident near the Israeli Embassy involving a number of discarded items.
The Metropolitan Police said the embassy was not attacked but that its officers, including some in protective clothing, were combing the area around the plush neighborhood of Kensington Gardens.
A cordon was set up and access to the gardens and the surrounding area was restricted. Police vans and a white tent can be seen at scene.
The police also said detectives were investigating whether the unidentified items found near the embassy are linked to a video posted online claiming it was going to be attacked with drones carrying dangerous substances. It said Counter Terrorism Policing London are aware of the video.
“We do not believe there to be any increased public safety risk at this stage, but we would urge people to avoid the area while officers carry out their work," a police spokesperson said. (AP)
The Metropolitan Police said the embassy was not attacked but that its officers, including some in protective clothing, were combing the area around the plush neighborhood of Kensington Gardens.
A cordon was set up and access to the gardens and the surrounding area was restricted. Police vans and a white tent can be seen at scene.
The police also said detectives were investigating whether the unidentified items found near the embassy are linked to a video posted online claiming it was going to be attacked with drones carrying dangerous substances. It said Counter Terrorism Policing London are aware of the video.
“We do not believe there to be any increased public safety risk at this stage, but we would urge people to avoid the area while officers carry out their work," a police spokesperson said. (AP)
17:08 (IST) Apr 17
US Iran war: Russia welcomes Israel-Lebanon ceasefire
Moscow on Friday backed the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Lebanon and said it hoped the pause in fighting could pave the way for a longer-term agreement, as the fragile 10-day truce took hold.
"We certainly welcome the decision on a truce and hope that in these few days it will indeed be possible to reach agreements that will prevent a repeat of the military clashes," Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters. (AFP)
"We certainly welcome the decision on a truce and hope that in these few days it will indeed be possible to reach agreements that will prevent a repeat of the military clashes," Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters. (AFP)
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US-Iran-Israel War News Live Updates: The White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt on Wednesday said that the next round of peace talks between the United States and Iran is likely to be held in Pakistan.
Responding to a question on the venue of the upcoming talks, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said the discussions would "very likely" take place at the same location as the previous round. "They would very likely be in the same place as they were last time," Leavitt said during a press briefing.
Meanwhile, Pakistan’s army chief arrived in Tehran for talks aimed at easing tensions and paving the way for a second round of US-Iran negotiations after nearly seven weeks of war.
Islamabad, which hosted rare direct talks between the two sides, has emerged as a key mediator, with any fresh dialogue likely to take place in its capital.
Meanwhile, the United States has continued its naval blockade of Iranian ports for a third consecutive day, intensifying pressure on Tehran. US forces have said they will intercept or divert vessels operating along Iran’s coastline as part of efforts to curb the country’s oil exports.
Washington has maintained that international shipping not linked to Iran will still be allowed through the Strait of Hormuz, even as military activity in the region increases.
US President Donald Trump reinforced the hardline stance, announcing that the Navy would enforce the blockade. “Effective immediately, the United States Navy, the Finest in the World, will begin the process of BLOCKADING any and all Ships trying to enter, or leave, the Strait of Hormuz,” he said.
He warned of severe retaliation, adding, “Any Iranian who fires at us, or at peaceful vessels, will be BLOWN TO HELL!”
The latest developments follow the collapse of marathon talks in Islamabad led by Vice President JD Vance, which ended without agreement.
The US blamed Iran’s refusal to give up its nuclear programme, while Tehran accused Washington of “maximalism, shifting goalposts, and blockade.”
The breakdown has put a fragile ceasefire at risk and raised fears of a broader regional escalation. Analysts warn that the blockade could be viewed as a continuation of hostilities, increasing the risk of further escalation, including potential strikes on energy infrastructure with far-reaching global consequences.
Responding to a question on the venue of the upcoming talks, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said the discussions would "very likely" take place at the same location as the previous round. "They would very likely be in the same place as they were last time," Leavitt said during a press briefing.
Meanwhile, Pakistan’s army chief arrived in Tehran for talks aimed at easing tensions and paving the way for a second round of US-Iran negotiations after nearly seven weeks of war.
Islamabad, which hosted rare direct talks between the two sides, has emerged as a key mediator, with any fresh dialogue likely to take place in its capital.
Meanwhile, the United States has continued its naval blockade of Iranian ports for a third consecutive day, intensifying pressure on Tehran. US forces have said they will intercept or divert vessels operating along Iran’s coastline as part of efforts to curb the country’s oil exports.
Washington has maintained that international shipping not linked to Iran will still be allowed through the Strait of Hormuz, even as military activity in the region increases.
US President Donald Trump reinforced the hardline stance, announcing that the Navy would enforce the blockade. “Effective immediately, the United States Navy, the Finest in the World, will begin the process of BLOCKADING any and all Ships trying to enter, or leave, the Strait of Hormuz,” he said.
He warned of severe retaliation, adding, “Any Iranian who fires at us, or at peaceful vessels, will be BLOWN TO HELL!”
The latest developments follow the collapse of marathon talks in Islamabad led by Vice President JD Vance, which ended without agreement.
The US blamed Iran’s refusal to give up its nuclear programme, while Tehran accused Washington of “maximalism, shifting goalposts, and blockade.”
The breakdown has put a fragile ceasefire at risk and raised fears of a broader regional escalation. Analysts warn that the blockade could be viewed as a continuation of hostilities, increasing the risk of further escalation, including potential strikes on energy infrastructure with far-reaching global consequences.
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