In a letter to Rubio, 30 US lawmakers say Congress has a “constitutional responsibility to be fully informed about the nuclear balance in the Middle East”.
Saudi Arabia, Qatar express solidarity with UAE, back mediation to reach political solution; Germany, Britain condemn attack on Fujairah, call on Iran to comply with international law.
“We’re not looking for a fight. But Iran also cannot be allowed to block innocent countries and their goods from an international waterway,” says Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth.
At Corps Commanders’ Conference, military leadership notes that "emerging geopolitical developments carry significant implications for regional stability".
US says destroyed "several Iranian boats" after Iran claims strike on warship in Hormuz; Trump warns Iranian forces will be "blown off the face of earth" if they try to intercept US vessels.
Trump says ongoing discussions with Tehran could “lead to something very positive for all”; Iran Guards have said Washington faces a choice between an “impossible” military operation and a “bad deal”.
Move designed to show the group is ready to raise supplies once Middle East war stops and signals that Opec+ is pressing on with a business-as-usual approach despite UAE exit, analysts say.
“This adjustment underscores the need for Europe to continue to invest more in defence and take on a greater share of the responsibility for our shared security,” spokesperson says.
Pakistan hands over Iran’s latest proposal to US, refuses to divulge contents; Diplomats describe transmission of proposals as a positive step, despite no immediate signs of progress.
