US-Iran War LIVE: Iranian media reported that the was escorting the two seized ships to Iranian territory, further escalating tensions in the region. However, the White House has maintained that the seizures do not constitute a violation of the ceasefire agreement.
US-Iran War LIVE: What happened in the last few hours?
- Ahead of the discussions, Israel said it has no “serious disagreements” with and urged cooperation against the Iran-backed Hezbollah, which is not participating in the talks and opposes the negotiations. Following that initial meeting, the United States announced a 10-day truce, which is scheduled to end on Sunday.
- Iran fired on three ships in the on Wednesday and seized two of them, escalating its attacks on shipping in the strategic waterway.
- The conflict has already driven gas prices sharply higher across regions and increased the cost of food and many other goods. Brent crude oil, the global benchmark, surged past $100 per barrel, rising about 35% compared to prewar levels. Despite this spike, stock markets have so far largely remained unaffected.
- Still, Iran’s seizure of the ships didn’t violate truce terms because “these were not U.S. or Israeli ships, these were two international vessels,” White House press secretary told Fox News Channel.
- There have been more than 30 attacks on ships in the Mideast since the U.S. and Israel launched the war on Feb. 28 with a surprise attack on Iran. Before then, the strait was open for all traffic.
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US-Iran war LIVE: Chip boom drives fastest South Korea growth in five years
Soaring semiconductor demand has driven South Korea’s economy to its fastest growth in over five years, quarterly data from the central bank showed Thursday, as the Asian powerhouse brushed off risks from the Middle East war, AFP reported.
US-Iran war LIVE: US military says 31 vessels turned back in Iran port blockade, mostly oil tankers
United States Central Command (CENTCOM) confirmed on Thursday that American forces “have directed 31 vessels to turn around or return to port as part of the US blockade against Iran”. According to military officials, the bulk of these intercepted ships were identified as oil tankers.
In an operational update released via social media, the military command noted that the maritime enforcement actions have seen high levels of cooperation. The statement highlighted that “the majority of vessels have complied with US directions” following interception in the region.
US-Iran war LIVE: Iran fires on 3 ships in the Strait of Hormuz
Iran fired on three ships in the Strait of Hormuz and seized two of them on Wednesday, intensifying its assault on shipping in the key waterway. The attacks came a day after U.S. President Donald Trump extended a ceasefire while maintaining an American blockade of Iranian ports.
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