Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) on Sunday (June 28) said it launched a joint missile and drone attack targeting eight US military sites at Ali Salem Air Base in Kuwait and the US Fifth Fleet headquarters in Port Salman, Bahrain, in response to the second night of American strikes on multiple targets inside the Islamic Republic over attack on a commercial vessel in Starit of Hormuz.&nbsp;The latest exchange marked the second consecutive night of military action between Tehran and Washington, putting the ceasefire agreement signed on June 19 under renewed strain. The agreement was aimed at ending the West Asia conflict that began on February 28 following joint US-Israeli strikes on Iran.&nbsp;"During a joint missile and drone operation at 2-3 am today, Sunday, July 27, destroyed eight important infrastructures of the child-killing US army at the Ali Salem base in Kuwait and the Fifth Naval Fleet in Port Salman, Bahrain, by launching ballistic missiles and drones, and decisively responded to the recent US aggression," the IRGC said in a statement reported by Iranian media.&nbsp;The IRGC also warned of a stronger response to any future US military action while describing the American strikes carried out on the previous two days as attacks on insignificant targets.&nbsp;It further warned ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz to comply with arrangements put in place by Iran and threatened to respond more forcefully to violations.&nbsp;"Based on the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding, arrangements are in place to control traffic in the Strait of Hormuz with the Islamic Republic, and from now on, offending ships will be dealt with more forcefully than in the past, and any potential enemy aggression, under any pretext, even if the aggressions are against insignificant targets like last night and tonight, will have a crushing response," the statement said.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-launches-fresh-strikes-on-multiple-targets-in-iran-over-attack-on-ship-in-strait-of-hormuz-1782600052605">'Iran will no longer exist': Trump threatens Tehran after fresh US strikes, accuses it of ceasefire violation</a>&nbsp;<h2>Kuwait and Bahrain on alert</h2>Tehran also warned that violating the ceasefire would be against Article 1 of the Memorandum of Understanding and could result in the complete suspension of the process.&nbsp;Confirming the attack, the Kuwaiti Army said on X, "The General Staff of the Army notes that if explosion sounds are heard, they are the result of air defence systems intercepting the hostile attacks.&nbsp;Everyone is kindly requested to adhere to the security and safety instructions issued by the competent authorities."&nbsp;Similarly, Bahrain's Interior Ministry urged residents to take shelter in safe places.&nbsp;Meanwhile, shortly after the US strikes, Donald Trump threatened that Iran would "no longer exist" if the United States is "forced" to resume military action, accusing Tehran of breaching the ceasefire agreement.&nbsp;"United States aircraft just struck Iranian missile and drone storage locations, and coastal radar sites, for violating the Cease Fire Agreement, AGAIN!," Trump wrote in a Truth Social post, adding, "There may come a point when we are no longer able to be reasonable, and will be forced to militarily complete the job that we very successfully started. If that happens, the Islamic Republic of Iran will no longer exist!

The fresh exchange marked a second straight night of military action between Tehran and Washington, putting the June 19 ceasefire agreement to the test.

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) on Sunday (June 28) said it launched a joint missile and drone attack targeting eight US military sites at Ali Salem Air Base in Kuwait and the US Fifth Fleet headquarters in Port Salman, Bahrain, in response to the second night of American strikes on multiple targets inside the Islamic Republic over attack on a commercial vessel in Starit of Hormuz. The latest exchange marked the second consecutive night of military action between Tehran and Washington, putting the ceasefire agreement signed on June 19 under renewed strain. The agreement was aimed at ending the West Asia conflict that began on February 28 following joint US-Israeli strikes on Iran. "During a joint missile and drone operation at 2-3 am today, Sunday, July 27, destroyed eight important infrastructures of the child-killing US army at the Ali Salem base in Kuwait and the Fifth Naval Fleet in Port Salman, Bahrain, by launching ballistic missiles and drones, and decisively responded to the recent US aggression," the IRGC said in a statement reported by Iranian media. The IRGC also warned of a stronger response to any future US military action while describing the American strikes carried out on the previous two days as attacks on insignificant targets. It further warned ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz to comply with arrangements put in place by Iran and threatened to respond more forcefully to violations. "Based on the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding, arrangements are in place to control traffic in the Strait of Hormuz with the Islamic Republic, and from now on, offending ships will be dealt with more forcefully than in the past, and any potential enemy aggression, under any pretext, even if the aggressions are against insignificant targets like last night and tonight, will have a crushing response," the statement said. Also Read: 'Iran will no longer exist': Trump threatens Tehran after fresh US strikes, accuses it of ceasefire violation Kuwait and Bahrain on alert Tehran also warned that violating the ceasefire would be against Article 1 of the Memorandum of Understanding and could result in the complete suspension of the process. Confirming the attack, the Kuwaiti Army said on X, "The General Staff of the Army notes that if explosion sounds are heard, they are the result of air defence systems intercepting the hostile attacks. Everyone is kindly requested to adhere to the security and safety instructions issued by the competent authorities." Similarly, Bahrain's Interior Ministry urged residents to take shelter in safe places. Meanwhile, shortly after the US strikes, Donald Trump threatened that Iran would "no longer exist" if the United States is "forced" to resume military action, accusing Tehran of breaching the ceasefire agreement. "United States aircraft just struck Iranian missile and drone storage locations, and coastal radar sites, for violating the Cease Fire Agreement, AGAIN!," Trump wrote in a Truth Social post, adding, "There may come a point when we are no longer able to be reasonable, and will be forced to militarily complete the job that we very successfully started. If that happens, the Islamic Republic of Iran will no longer exist!

The fresh exchange marked a second straight night of military action between Tehran and Washington, putting the June 19 ceasefire agreement to the test.

Iran targets US bases in Kuwait, Bahrain after fresh American strikes, warns ships against violating Hormuz arrangement

The US military carried out airstrikes on Iranian missile and drone storage sites, along with coastal radar locations, on Friday in response to an Iranian drone attack on a commercial cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz, US Central Command (CENTCOM) said.&nbsp;According to CENTCOM, the strikes followed Iran's June 25 attack on the Singapore-flagged cargo ship M/V Ever Lovely as it was leaving the Strait of Hormuz along the Omani coast.&nbsp;“U.S. aircraft struck Iranian missile and drone storage locations and coastal radar sites after Iran hit M/V Ever Lovely on June 25 with a one-way attack drone. The Singapore-flagged cargo ship was exiting the Strait of Hormuz along the Omani coast at the time of Iran’s attack,” Centcom said on X.&nbsp;The unwarranted aggression against commercial shipping by Iranian forces clearly violated the ceasefire. Furthermore, Iran’s dangerous behaviour undermined freedom of navigation as commerce increasingly flows through the vital international trade corridor," it added.&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><a href="https://t.co/W4zjNqnmCt">https://t.co/W4zjNqnmCt</a>&mdash; U.S. Central Command (@CENTCOM) <a href="https://x.com/CENTCOM/status/2070607101207232829?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 26, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-israel-lebanon-sign-trilateral-framework-agreement-after-fifth-round-of-talks-in-dc-1782498292166">US, Israel, Lebanon sign trilateral framework agreement after fifth round of talks in DC</a>&nbsp;The US military said Iran's attack on the commercial vessel violated the ceasefire and threatened freedom of navigation through one of the world's busiest maritime trade routes. It added that American forces would continue coordinating safe passage for commercial ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz while remaining vigilant to enforce the agreement with Iran.&nbsp;The strikes came hours after US President Donald Trump condemned what he described as an Iranian drone attack on the cargo vessel, calling it "Obviously, this is a foolish violation of our ceasefire agreement."&nbsp;Speaking to reporters at the White House on Friday, Trump declined to say how Washington might respond or whether he believed the ceasefire remained in force."You'll find out," he said. "I don't like the fact that they took a shot yesterday. They shouldn't be doing that."&nbsp;The latest incident has raised fresh concerns over efforts to keep the Strait of Hormuz open as Washington and Tehran continue negotiations on a permanent settlement to the conflict that began with US and Israeli strikes on Iran on February 28.&nbsp;Iran has warned ships against entering or leaving the Gulf through the Strait of Hormuz without its permission. Despite the warning, commercial vessels have continued to transit the waterway, with some using routes not authorised by Tehran.&nbsp;The drone attack occurred just over a week after Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian signed a memorandum of understanding on June 17 aimed at securing a permanent peace agreement between the two countries.

The US military said the strikes were a powerful response to yesterday's attack on a commercial ship transiting the Strait of Hormuz, adding that it remains vigilant to ensure the agreement with Iran is fully observed.


The US military carried out airstrikes on Iranian missile and drone storage sites, along with coastal radar locations, on Friday in response to an Iranian drone attack on a commercial cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz, US Central Command (CENTCOM) said. According to CENTCOM, the strikes followed Iran's June 25 attack on the Singapore-flagged cargo ship M/V Ever Lovely as it was leaving the Strait of Hormuz along the Omani coast. “U.S. aircraft struck Iranian missile and drone storage locations and coastal radar sites after Iran hit M/V Ever Lovely on June 25 with a one-way attack drone. The Singapore-flagged cargo ship was exiting the Strait of Hormuz along the Omani coast at the time of Iran’s attack,” Centcom said on X. The unwarranted aggression against commercial shipping by Iranian forces clearly violated the ceasefire. Furthermore, Iran’s dangerous behaviour undermined freedom of navigation as commerce increasingly flows through the vital international trade corridor," it added.

The US military said the strikes were a powerful response to yesterday's attack on a commercial ship transiting the Strait of Hormuz, adding that it remains vigilant to ensure the agreement with Iran is fully observed. &nbsp;

US strikes Iran in 'powerful response' to drone attack on cargo ship in Strait of Hormuz

The latest developments in Lebanon have added fresh uncertainty to an already fragile regional situation, with new Israeli strikes reported just a day after a ceasefire agreement was reached between Israel and Hezbollah.&nbsp;According to Lebanon's health ministry, Israeli strikes carried out late Saturday in the country's south and east killed seven people. Five of the victims, including a woman and a child, were killed in eastern Lebanon, while two Palestinians lost their lives in the southern Tyre region.&nbsp;The attacks took place before a pause in hostilities was observed by AFP correspondent.&nbsp;The Israeli military later said it had received instructions from the country's political leadership to halt fighting in southern Lebanon.<h2>Hormuz closure adds to regional tensions</h2>Earlier in the day, Iran's military command announced a fresh closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a move that threatened to further strain the diplomatic truce reached only days earlier following allegations of Israeli ceasefire violations in southern Lebanon.&nbsp;Iran argued that continued Israeli airstrikes and the failure to withdraw forces from southern Lebanon amounted to a breach of the first clause of the Memorandum of Understanding, which calls for an immediate and permanent end to military operations across all fronts, including Lebanon.&nbsp;However, the US Central Command (CENTCOM) challenged the claim that an effective blockade was in place. CENTCOM said maritime traffic was continuing under close monitoring and reported that 55 merchant vessels passed through the strait on the day of the announcement, transporting more than 17 million barrels of oil to global markets.<h2>Ceasefire faces early challenges</h2>On Friday, Israel and Hezbollah agreed to a ceasefire, according to a US official, after renewed fighting in Lebanon put pressure on efforts to end the wider conflict in the Middle East less than two days after the agreement was signed.&nbsp;The violence also led to the postponement of planned talks between the US and Iran in Switzerland, where both sides were expected to discuss steps toward a longer-term settlement.&nbsp;Meanwhile, the Lebanese presidency said President Joseph Aoun thanked US Secretary of State Marco Rubio for American support but stressed: "the need for Israeli attacks on Lebanese territory to cease through the achievement of a comprehensive ceasefire".

Earlier in the day, Iran's military announced a renewed closure of the Strait of Hormuz, raising pressure on a fragile truce already strained by allegations of Israeli ceasefire violations in southern Lebanon.

The latest developments in Lebanon have added fresh uncertainty to an already fragile regional situation, with new Israeli strikes reported just a day after a ceasefire agreement was reached between Israel and Hezbollah. According to Lebanon's health ministry, Israeli strikes carried out late Saturday in the country's south and east killed seven people. Five of the victims, including a woman and a child, were killed in eastern Lebanon, while two Palestinians lost their lives in the southern Tyre region. The attacks took place before a pause in hostilities was observed by AFP correspondent. The Israeli military later said it had received instructions from the country's political leadership to halt fighting in southern Lebanon. Hormuz closure adds to regional tensions Earlier in the day, Iran's military command announced a fresh closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a move that threatened to further strain the diplomatic truce reached only days earlier following allegations of Israeli ceasefire violations in southern Lebanon. Iran argued that continued Israeli airstrikes and the failure to withdraw forces from southern Lebanon amounted to a breach of the first clause of the Memorandum of Understanding, which calls for an immediate and permanent end to military operations across all fronts, including Lebanon. However, the US Central Command (CENTCOM) challenged the claim that an effective blockade was in place. CENTCOM said maritime traffic was continuing under close monitoring and reported that 55 merchant vessels passed through the strait on the day of the announcement, transporting more than 17 million barrels of oil to global markets. Ceasefire faces early challenges On Friday, Israel and Hezbollah agreed to a ceasefire, according to a US official, after renewed fighting in Lebanon put pressure on efforts to end the wider conflict in the Middle East less than two days after the agreement was signed. The violence also led to the postponement of planned talks between the US and Iran in Switzerland, where both sides were expected to discuss steps toward a longer-term settlement. Meanwhile, the Lebanese presidency said President Joseph Aoun thanked US Secretary of State Marco Rubio for American support but stressed: "the need for Israeli attacks on Lebanese territory to cease through the achievement of a comprehensive ceasefire".

Earlier in the day, Iran's military announced a renewed closure of the Strait of Hormuz, raising pressure on a fragile truce already strained by allegations of Israeli ceasefire violations in southern Lebanon.

Ceasefire cracks widen: Israeli strikes kill 7 in Lebanon after Iran shuts Hormuz

As Iran declared that it will charge a fee on ships transiting the vital Strait of Hormuz after a 60-day negotiation period, US President Donald Trump on Saturday (June 20) claimed that "there will be NO tolls after the 60-day period expires."&nbsp;Trump threatened that if a deal is not reached during the period, the United States will impose tolls for services it provided to the Middle East, describing America as the "Guardian Angel" to the region.&nbsp;There will be no tolls "unless they are imposed by and for the United States of America, should the deal not be completed, for services rendered as the Guardian Angel to the countries of the Middle East for purposes of both past, present, and future reimbursement of costs," Trump posted on Truth Social.&nbsp;Following the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Tehran and Washington, Iran's chief negotiator and Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said that the Islamic Republic will charge a maritime services fee for transiting the waterway.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/driven-by-bigotry-and-hatred-india-hits-back-at-pakistan-prez-calls-out-its-abysmal-human-rights-record-1781983344062">'Driven by bigotry and hatred': India hits back at Pakistan Prez, calls out its abysmal human rights record</a>&nbsp;"Strait of Hormuz will not return to pre-war conditions. Iran has the right to sovereignty over the Strait of Hormuz, and of course, we will receive a fee for services," he said in a statement.&nbsp;Earlier in the day, Iran’s military command officially announced a fresh closure of the Strait of Hormuz, threatening to upend the fragile diplomatic truce achieved just days ago in response to alleged ceasefire violations by Israel in southern Lebanon.&nbsp;Iran claims that continued Israeli airstrikes and a refusal to withdraw forces from southern Lebanon constitute a flagrant breach of the MoU’s first clause, which requires an immediate and permanent termination of military operations across all fronts, including Lebanon.&nbsp;However, the US Central Command (CENTCOM) disputed that a functional blockade is in place. CENTCOM reported that maritime traffic continues to flow under close observation, noting that 55 merchant vessels successfully transited the strait on the day of the announcement, moving over 17 million barrels of oil to international markets.&nbsp;(Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, the US, Gulf nations and non-state actors like Hezbollah, Hamas, Houthis, Islamic State, and others. Claims and counterclaims, disinformation and misinformation are being made online and offline. Given this context, WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos and videos.)

Trump warned that if negotiations fail within the 60-day period, the United States could impose its own tolls on maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz, arguing that Washington deserves compensation for its past, present and future security role in the Middle East.

As Iran declared that it will charge a fee on ships transiting the vital Strait of Hormuz after a 60-day negotiation period, US President Donald Trump on Saturday (June 20) claimed that "there will be NO tolls after the 60-day period expires." Trump threatened that if a deal is not reached during the period, the United States will impose tolls for services it provided to the Middle East, describing America as the "Guardian Angel" to the region. There will be no tolls "unless they are imposed by and for the United States of America, should the deal not be completed, for services rendered as the Guardian Angel to the countries of the Middle East for purposes of both past, present, and future reimbursement of costs," Trump posted on Truth Social. Following the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Tehran and Washington, Iran's chief negotiator and Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said that the Islamic Republic will charge a maritime services fee for transiting the waterway. Also Read: 'Driven by bigotry and hatred': India hits back at Pakistan Prez, calls out its abysmal human rights record "Strait of Hormuz will not return to pre-war conditions. Iran has the right to sovereignty over the Strait of Hormuz, and of course, we will receive a fee for services," he said in a statement. Earlier in the day, Iran’s military command officially announced a fresh closure of the Strait of Hormuz, threatening to upend the fragile diplomatic truce achieved just days ago in response to alleged ceasefire violations by Israel in southern Lebanon. Iran claims that continued Israeli airstrikes and a refusal to withdraw forces from southern Lebanon constitute a flagrant breach of the MoU’s first clause, which requires an immediate and permanent termination of military operations across all fronts, including Lebanon. However, the US Central Command (CENTCOM) disputed that a functional blockade is in place. CENTCOM reported that maritime traffic continues to flow under close observation, noting that 55 merchant vessels successfully transited the strait on the day of the announcement, moving over 17 million barrels of oil to international markets. (Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, the US, Gulf nations and non-state actors like Hezbollah, Hamas, Houthis, Islamic State, and others. Claims and counterclaims, disinformation and misinformation are being made online and offline. Given this context, WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos and videos.)

Trump warned that if negotiations fail within the 60-day period, the United States could impose its own tolls on maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz, arguing that Washington deserves compensation for its past, present and future security role in the Middle East.

'There will be NO TOLLS': Trump pushes back on Iran's Hormuz fee plan, threatens US tolls if talks fail

The signing of the US-Iran memorandum of understanding to end the Middle East war will see Tehran "instantly" reopen the Strait of Hormuz and the United States "immediately" lift its blockade on Iranian ports, Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said on Thursday.&nbsp;In a post on X, Sharif said the memorandum had entered into force with immediate effect and outlined the initial steps both sides would take under the agreement.&nbsp;"The Memorandum has been signed by honourable Presidents of both the countries and also endorsed by me as the mediator," Sharif wrote.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">I am honoured to announce that the historic ‘Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding’ has been electronically signed today between the United States of America and the Islamic Republic of Iran. The Memorandum has been signed by honourable Presidents of both the countries and also…&mdash; Shehbaz Sharif (@CMShehbaz) <a href="https://x.com/CMShehbaz/status/2067403784419254306?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 18, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Sharif's remarks came shortly after US President Donald Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian digitally signed a memorandum of understanding aimed at ending hostilities between the two countries and reducing tensions across West Asia.&nbsp;The Pakistani prime minister said the signing of the agreement by the presidents of both countries reflected a clear commitment to resolving the conflict through diplomacy rather than military confrontation.&nbsp;"The signing of this agreement at the highest level of the respective governments demonstrates the commitment of both sides to a diplomatic resolution of the conflict," he said.&nbsp;Sharif also praised the efforts of negotiators and political leaders involved in the talks, thanking President Trump and members of the US negotiating team, including JD Vance, Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, for what he described as their invaluable contribution to securing the agreement.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-signs-iran-deal-during-macron-dinner-at-versailles-mou-comes-into-force-1781734309821">Trump, Pezeshkian digitally sign US-Iran peace deal; MoU comes into force</a>&nbsp; On the Iranian side, he acknowledged the role played by Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Hosseini Khamenei, President Masoud Pezeshkian and the Iranian negotiating team. He specifically mentioned Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, Abbas Araghchi and Eskandar Momeni, saying their patience, perseverance and commitment to constructive engagement were instrumental in bringing the agreement to completion. On the news of the US-Iran interim agreement signing, oil prices declined in early trading on Thursday, 18 June, as markets reacted to expectations of reduced tensions, reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and easing of US sanctions on Iranian oil exports.&nbsp;&nbsp;The deal is expected to address one of the biggest disruptions to global energy supplies in recent history. Brent crude futures fell 89 cents, or 1.12 per cent, to $78.66 per barrel, while US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude declined 98 cents, or 1.28 per cent, to $75.81 per barrel.&nbsp;According to the Pakistani prime minister, the signing marks the beginning of the next phase of the diplomatic process, with officials expected to focus on carrying out the provisions of the memorandum and overseeing the practical measures agreed upon by both sides.

Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif said the US-Iran memorandum takes immediate effect, with Iran set to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and the United States to lift its naval blockade on Iranian ports as the first step in implementing the agreement.

The signing of the US-Iran memorandum of understanding to end the Middle East war will see Tehran "instantly" reopen the Strait of Hormuz and the United States "immediately" lift its blockade on Iranian ports, Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said on Thursday. In a post on X, Sharif said the memorandum had entered into force with immediate effect and outlined the initial steps both sides would take under the agreement. "The Memorandum has been signed by honourable Presidents of both the countries and also endorsed by me as the mediator," Sharif wrote.

Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif said the US-Iran memorandum takes immediate effect, with Iran set to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and the United States to lift its naval blockade on Iranian ports as the first step in implementing the agreement.

Hormuz to reopen and US blockade to be lifted immediately as US-Iran MoU takes effect

Iran's chief negotiator Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said on Wednesday that Tehran would move ahead with plans to charge vessels crossing the Strait of Hormuz after the 60 day fee free period outlined in the memorandum of understanding signed with the United States.&nbsp;Speaking in an interview broadcast on state television, Ghalibaf said the strategic waterway would not revert to the situation that existed before the conflict.&nbsp;"The Strait of Hormuz will not return to pre-war conditions," he said.&nbsp;He added, "Iran has the right to sovereignty over the Strait of Hormuz and of course we will receive a fee for services."&nbsp;The remarks came despite repeated statements from US President Donald Trump that the Strait of Hormuz would remain toll free and return to pre war conditions under the agreement reached between Washington and Tehran.&nbsp;Ghalibaf also described the agreement ending more than three months of conflict in the Middle East as a setback for Washington.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-signs-iran-deal-during-macron-dinner-at-versailles-mou-comes-into-force-1781734309821">Trump signs Iran deal during Macron dinner at Versailles; MoU comes into force</a>&nbsp;"The agreement is a record of US failure. People will see it and judge," he said on state television after the text of the agreement was released by both sides.&nbsp;His comments highlighted the differing interpretations emerging from Tehran and Washington following the signing of the memorandum of understanding.<h3>Iran confirms signing of agreement with US</h3>The development came after Iran formally confirmed that it had signed the agreement with the United States, a move earlier announced by Trump.&nbsp;Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei said the document had now been completed and signed by both countries.&nbsp;"The text of the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding was finalised with the signatures of the presidents, now it is time to test the implementation of the agreement," Baqaei said, according to state news agency IRNA.

Iran's chief negotiator Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf described the agreement ending the Middle East conflict as a setback for Washington, calling it evidence of a US failure.

Iran's chief negotiator Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said on Wednesday that Tehran would move ahead with plans to charge vessels crossing the Strait of Hormuz after the 60 day fee free period outlined in the memorandum of understanding signed with the United States. Speaking in an interview broadcast on state television, Ghalibaf said the strategic waterway would not revert to the situation that existed before the conflict. "The Strait of Hormuz will not return to pre-war conditions," he said. He added, "Iran has the right to sovereignty over the Strait of Hormuz and of course we will receive a fee for services." The remarks came despite repeated statements from US President Donald Trump that the Strait of Hormuz would remain toll free and return to pre war conditions under the agreement reached between Washington and Tehran. Ghalibaf also described the agreement ending more than three months of conflict in the Middle East as a setback for Washington. Also Read: Trump signs Iran deal during Macron dinner at Versailles; MoU comes into force "The agreement is a record of US failure. People will see it and judge," he said on state television after the text of the agreement was released by both sides. His comments highlighted the differing interpretations emerging from Tehran and Washington following the signing of the memorandum of understanding. Iran confirms signing of agreement with US The development came after Iran formally confirmed that it had signed the agreement with the United States, a move earlier announced by Trump. Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei said the document had now been completed and signed by both countries. "The text of the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding was finalised with the signatures of the presidents, now it is time to test the implementation of the agreement," Baqaei said, according to state news agency IRNA.

Iran's chief negotiator Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf described the agreement ending the Middle East conflict as a setback for Washington, calling it evidence of a US failure.

Iran to charge ships crossing Strait of Hormuz after 60 days; calls deal 'record of US failure'

Germany and India are poised to deepen their collaboration on renewable energy, with Berlin offering cutting-edge technology and New Delhi leveraging its massive scale and vibrant private sector, the German Ambassador to India has said.Speaking to WION's Sidhant Sibal, ahead of a climate talk on industrial green transition, Dr Philipp Ackermann described the bilateral relationship as "a partnership that is equal to none" and a unique selling point for both nations. "Germany has the technology and India has the scale," he noted.&nbsp;&nbsp;“It's not only government-to-government but is also including the private sector... When we join hands I think we achieve the goal we both have and aimed to become more resilient, more independent from fossil fuel.” Ackermann highlighted India's potential as a global "green hub", praising its dynamic private sector's conviction that renewables represent a strong business case.&nbsp;&nbsp;"India has a very strong private sector, very confident sector... renewable energies are business case you can make good money with it. And therefore that's what business thrives [on]," he said. "I am very, very confident that India is a very important hub for that."&nbsp;The remarks come as global energy markets face severe disruption. With the Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for oil and gas shipments, effectively blocked for an extended period, both countries are feeling the pain of volatile fuel prices. "Energy is the question of the moment... India has a particularly strong impact on that because you have a big part of your population [that] is rather vulnerable when it comes to energy and gas and fertilisers. But also Germany has this strong impact, our fuel prices are also going through the roof," Ackermann explained.&nbsp;The ambassador said the crisis reinforces a clear lesson for both nations: accelerate the shift to renewables. "What is the lesson we learn from that? We become more independent from fuel, and that means invest in renewables, and that's what we do together."&nbsp;On the trade front, Ackermann expressed strong optimism about the long-awaited India-EU Free Trade Agreement, calling it “one of the best achievements of the current year.” "I am pretty confident that it will be signed by the end of this year... before the end of the Indian fiscal year," he added, referring to March 2027. The partnership aligns with India's ambitious renewable energy targets and Germany's push for green industrial transformation under its Energiewende policy.

As global oil prices surge amid the US-Iran conflict and Strait of Hormuz uncertainty, German Ambassador Philipp Ackermann advocates for a strong India-Germany green energy partnership to reduce dependency on fossil fuels.

Germany and India are poised to deepen their collaboration on renewable energy, with Berlin offering cutting-edge technology and New Delhi leveraging its massive scale and vibrant private sector, the German Ambassador to India has said. Speaking to WION's Sidhant Sibal, ahead of a climate talk on industrial green transition, Dr Philipp Ackermann described the bilateral relationship as "a partnership that is equal to none" and a unique selling point for both nations. "Germany has the technology and India has the scale," he noted. “It's not only government-to-government but is also including the private sector... When we join hands I think we achieve the goal we both have and aimed to become more resilient, more independent from fossil fuel.” Ackermann highlighted India's potential as a global "green hub", praising its dynamic private sector's conviction that renewables represent a strong business case. "India has a very strong private sector, very confident sector... renewable energies are business case you can make good money with it. And therefore that's what business thrives [on]," he said. "I am very, very confident that India is a very important hub for that." The remarks come as global energy markets face severe disruption. With the Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for oil and gas shipments, effectively blocked for an extended period, both countries are feeling the pain of volatile fuel prices. "Energy is the question of the moment... India has a particularly strong impact on that because you have a big part of your population [that] is rather vulnerable when it comes to energy and gas and fertilisers. But also Germany has this strong impact, our fuel prices are also going through the roof," Ackermann explained. The ambassador said the crisis reinforces a clear lesson for both nations: accelerate the shift to renewables. "What is the lesson we learn from that? We become more independent from fuel, and that means invest in renewables, and that's what we do together." On the trade front, Ackermann expressed strong optimism about the long-awaited India-EU Free Trade Agreement, calling it “one of the best achievements of the current year.” "I am pretty confident that it will be signed by the end of this year... before the end of the Indian fiscal year," he added, referring to March 2027. The partnership aligns with India's ambitious renewable energy targets and Germany's push for green industrial transformation under its Energiewende policy.

As global oil prices surge amid the US-Iran conflict and uncertainty over the Strait of Hormuz, German Ambassador Philipp Ackermann advocates a strong India-Germany green energy partnership to reduce dependence on fossil fuels.

Hormuz Crisis: German ambassador pushes for India-Germany renewables partnership

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