Trump pauses ‘Project Freedom’ but keep up blockade

The president posted on social media that they have mutually agreed that while the blockade will remain in full force and effect, “Project Freedom” will be paused for a short period of time to see whether the agreement can be finalised and signed.

UAE under attack from Iran for second day in a row

The UAE said Tuesday that its air defense systems were responding to incoming missile and drone threats from Iran, marking the second day in a row that it has come under attack.

US attacks cargo ships in Strait of Hormuz killing five people

At least five people have been killed in a US attack on two cargo ships in the Strait of Hormuz, Iran’s Tasnim news agency quoted a military source as saying.

US destroyers enter Gulf as part of ship escort mission

US guided-missile destroyers have entered the Gulf as part of a mission to escort ships through the vital Strait of Hormuz waterway, the US military has said.

Trump announces naval mission, says US having ‘positive discussions’ with Iran

 Trump has posted on his Truth Social page, saying that the US Navy will help escort ships that have been trapped within the strait out to safety.

Iran may begin mothballing its oil wells next week

Iran may have to begin mothballing its oil wells next week as its storage facilities are rapidly filling up, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said.

US approves $8.6bn in arms sales to Middle East allies

The US State Department has authorised a series of major weapons sales to allies in the Middle East, totalling approximately $8.6bn in military hardware and support services.

China rejects US sanctions on refineries over Iran oil links

China will not comply with US sanctions against five firms targeted for purchasing Iranian oil, Beijing’s commerce ministry said on Saturday.