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Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthis claim they attacked two Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea as the US carries out its 12th night of strikes against Iran. Iran vowlyretaliation and the IRGC says it attacked US bases in Kuwait, signaling a broader regional confrontation that could disrupt Hormuz shipping and ripple into fuel markets and global tensions.
The U.S. carried out retaliatory strikes on Iran in response to Iran’s alleged downing of a U.S. Apache helicopter over the Strait of Hormuz; CENTCOM later said the strikes targeted air-defense, ground-control, and surveillance radar sites, with Iran reportedly replying by striking U.S. bases in the region. President Trump vowed retaliation and claimed progress toward ending the conflict, while oil prices rose on the heightened tensions.
US President Donald Trump announced that the US and Iran may sign a nuclear agreement during upcoming talks, despite ongoing tensions, US strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities, and concerns over missing enriched uranium. Trump emphasized the possibility of restarting negotiations and easing sanctions, while Iran prepares to continue its nuclear activities.
Europe is urging for diplomatic solutions following US strikes on Iran, while Israel dismisses negotiations with Iran as deceptive, and European officials meet Tehran's envoy in Geneva to discuss tensions.
The US conducted airstrikes on Iran's nuclear sites, prompting varied reactions worldwide: regional concern and condemnation, Israeli praise, cautious European responses, and strong condemnations from Russia and the UN, with the US claiming success in disabling Iran's nuclear capacity.
Oil prices are expected to rise following the US bombing of Iran’s nuclear facilities, increasing geopolitical tensions and the risk of Iran retaliating by attacking energy infrastructure or shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, which could cause significant disruptions in global oil markets.
World leaders reacted to the US strikes on Iran's nuclear sites with a mix of condemnation, calls for restraint, and warnings of escalation, highlighting concerns over regional stability and international law.