Iran

President Donald Trump stated U.S. forces could strike Oman if it interfered with a naval blockade targeting Iranian shipping lanes in the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz during current conflicts.

Tensions rise in the Middle East as President Trump warns he will bomb Oman if it obstructs a Strait of Hormuz deal. Meanwhile, U.S.-South Korea exercises are scaled back amid shifting geopolitical strategies.

Trump posted images of himself seizing an Iranian oil tanker after stating he would declare the Strait of Hormuz a U.S. territory, escalating regional conflicts with Iran.

Trump abandons failing tactics, betting on financial pressure again to stop Iranian nuclear weapons program after 50 years of attempts.

Senator Chris Murphy criticizes Trump's Iran strategy as a victory for Tehran, warning of weakened American influence amid rising regional tensions.

Three Republican lawmakers defied their party to limit presidential war powers over Iran, marking a rare split in Congress during the ongoing six-month conflict.

President Trump suspends imminent attack on Iran as diplomatic talks yield progress, easing fears of regional escalation between Washington and Tehran.

Three Republicans joined Democrats to block expanded war powers for President Trump amid rising tensions. The move signals growing GOP dissent as the Iran conflict enters its sixth month without congressional approval.

U.S. forces intercept Iranian strike in the Gulf; tensions rise. OpenAI reveals expanded scope of cyberattack impacting additional users and accounts globally.

Trump says U.S. halted strikes at Iran's request; Tehran denies ongoing negotiation efforts amid rising regional tensions.

US Ambassador confirms Trump halted strikes on Iran to enable peace negotiations following recent tit-for-tat military exchanges between Washington and Tehran.

U.S. forces stop bombing raids on Iran after 13 days of heavy strikes as diplomatic efforts intensify amid reported pause in hostilities.