U.S. President Donald Trump sparked widespread diplomatic shockwaves after issuing a severe military threat against Oman, warning he would "bomb the s* out of them" if the Gulf nation interferes with Washington's position or blockades regarding the Strait of Hormuz. The escalation occurs as a crucial 60-day U.S.–Iran memorandum of understanding expired on Monday with no breakthrough.

US President Donald Trump threatens to bomb US ally Oman

U.S. President Donald Trump sparked widespread diplomatic shockwaves after issuing a severe military threat against Oman, warning he would "bomb the s* out of them" if the Gulf nation interferes with Washington's position or blockades regarding the Strait of Hormuz. The escalation occurs as a crucial 60-day U.S.–Iran memorandum of understanding expired on Monday with no breakthrough.


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The Iran war is putting fresh pressure on U.S. military stockpiles, with Washington facing the challenge of replenishing weapons and munitions after sustained operations in West Asia. As Ukraine and other U.S. allies continue to require military supplies, the strain is raising questions over America's ability to rapidly rebuild its stocks.

West Asia to Ukraine, allies await new stocks

#gravitas An Israeli air force officer has been arrested on suspicion of using sensitive information to place bets on polymarket, including wagers tied to Israeli military strikes in Iran and Yemen. 

Israeli air force officer caught betting on next bombing on Iran, Yemen 

The 60-day U.S.-Iran memorandum aimed at ending the war has expired, with no clear sign that either side is ready to extend the agreement. Iran says it has not decided whether to resume direct negotiations with Washington, while messages continue to pass through mediators.

 Iran and US trade barbs as 60-day MoU expires without a deal or extension

Iran has demanded that Qatar release three Iranian SU-24 pilots whom Tehran claims were captured alive after their aircraft crashed during military strikes six months ago. Qatar denies holding the pilots, calling the claims “misleading statements” and rejecting Tehran’s allegations.

Iran: 3 pilots captured by Qatari forces after their SU-24 jets crashed

U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened to declare the Strait of Hormuz a U.S. territory after what he described as the “total defeat” of Iran. Speaking at a rally in Garden City, New York, Trump said the U.S. Navy's presence in the strategic waterway would continue as Washington escalates pressure on Tehran.

US-Iran war: Trump vows to claim Hormuz as US territory after Iran's defeat

Thousands of U.S. military personnel aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln are reportedly facing food shortages, plumbing problems and exhaustion after more than 250 days at sea. Military news outlets have also reported that some sailors attempted to jump overboard, while families have raised concerns about mental health aboard the carrier. The reports have prompted lawmakers to demand answers from the Pentagon over conditions amid the Iran war.

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Iran has appointed Mohsen Rezaei as its new security chief. A veteran IRGC commander, Rezaei led the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) from 1981 to 1997, bringing decades of military and security experience to the role.

Mohsen Rezaei named new security chief, led IRGC from 1981 to 1997

In a major breaking development, U.S. President Donald Trump announced that the United States and Israel have agreed to hold off and cancel planned military strikes against Iran after receiving appeals from Tehran and regional Middle Eastern nations.  

US-Iran: US President cancels strikes in favour of a new deal 

US embassies across West Asia have issued urgent security alerts urging American citizens to consider leaving the region or be prepared for immediate departure amid fears of a sudden escalation involving the United States, Israel, and Iran.

US embassies across West Asia urge citizens to leave the region

US President Donald Trump has issued a stark warning that the United States will hit Iran "very hard," declaring that "it's our turn to hit them" following an escalation of military engagements between the two nations.The latest surge in tensions follows an ongoing US-Iran conflict that has escalated heavily.

US-Iran War: US President warns to hit Iran 'very hard'

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is heading to Washington, D.C. amid a public dispute with New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, who previously said Netanyahu should be arrested under an International Criminal Court (ICC) warrant. Netanyahu has brushed aside the remarks, reaffirmed plans to visit New York for the UN General Assembly in September, and accused Mamdani of deepening political divisions.

Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu heads to US amid Zohran Mamdani’s protest call

A temporary pause in hostilities between the United States and Iran appeared to hold on Monday. The U.S. halted nearly two weeks of military strikes on Friday to allow diplomatic efforts to move forward, while Iran has also refrained from launching fresh attacks on regional targets. 

US-Iran War: US says Trump pausing strikes to give space to diplomacy

As tensions between the U.S. and Iran continue to escalate, questions are mounting over whether Pakistan could be drawn into the conflict. While Islamabad has tried to position itself as a regional mediator, its longstanding strategic ties with Saudi Arabia could complicate that balancing act and test its policy of neutrality.


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US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has revealed that the United States' military campaign against Iran has so far cost an estimated $37.5 billion. The updated figure, disclosed during a Senate Appropriations Committee hearing, marks a sharp increase from the administration's previous estimate released in May.

US-Iran War: Senators grill Hegseth on Iran war strategy

A New York Times assessment based on satellite imagery, verified videos and official statements suggests Iranian missile strikes caused more damage to U.S. military facilities in Jordan than previously acknowledged. The report says multiple UH-60 Black Hawk helicopters were damaged at Muwaffaq Salti Air Base, while Iran claims it also targeted fighter jet hangars and key military infrastructure under Operation Nasr-2. The Pentagon has not publicly confirmed the reported losses, but the latest attacks underscore the widening scope of the U.S.-Iran conflict across Jordan, Bahrain, Kuwait and the Strait of Hormuz.

US-Iran War: Iran hit US 'Black Hawk', F-15E as Jordan bases come under repeated fire

Fresh attacks are reported across West Asia, raising tensions in the region with US-Iran war escalating. Get the latest developments on military strikes, diplomatic responses, regional security concerns, and global reactions as the conflict unfolds.

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US Vice President JD Vance has accused some members of the Israeli government of attempting to influence American public opinion to keep the Iran war going. Speaking on The Joe Rogan Experience, Vance claimed there was a well-funded campaign to derail US-Iran negotiations and oppose the recent memorandum of understanding.

JD Vance says Israeli officials seek to shape US opinion

Iran says it has launched multiple waves of Operation Nasr 2, targeting U.S. military installations across Bahrain, Jordan and Kuwait in retaliation for recent American strikes. The IRGC claims it struck logistics hubs, command centres, Patriot missile batteries and fighter jet hangars, while releasing satellite images it says show damage to the U.S. Fifth Fleet base in Bahrain. The U.S. has not independently confirmed Iran's claims, as President Donald Trump warns of even harsher strikes if tensions continue to escalate.

US-Iran war: Iran launches 'Op Nasr 2' against US bases across Bahrain, Jordan & Kuwait 

The U.S.-Iran conflict has entered a dangerous new phase. After Iran claimed responsibility for striking two UAE-linked supertankers near the Strait of Hormuz, the U.S. launched a five-hour barrage on Iranian military targets. Tehran responded by firing ballistic missiles toward a U.S. air base in Jordan. As tensions surged, President Donald Trump warned that Iran's heavily fortified Pickaxe Mountain nuclear facility could be America's next target, threatening what he called a "big fat shot."

US-Iran War: Trump threatens to attack Iran's nuclear site after Gulf escalation

The volatile standoff between the United States and Iran has reached a dangerous new peak, with both nations exchanging heavy fire across the Persian Gulf. Following a massive new wave of US precision strikes which targeted Iranian radar systems, missile silos, drone launch facilities, and ammunition depots, Tehran has retaliated by launching a coordinated series of drone and missile attacks against US-allied interests in the region.  

US-Iran war: Iran retaliates against US allies in Gulf after US strikes 

The International Monetary Fund has marginally lowered its global growth forecast for 2026 to 3%. The key risks remain the economic impact of the Iran war, elevated energy prices, trade fragmentation and uncertainty surrounding AI-driven market expectations.


 IMF cuts global growth outlook

Tensions in the Middle East have escalated sharply after the United States launched military strikes on Iran following attacks on three ships in the Strait of Hormuz. Washington says the operation was aimed at protecting global shipping and curbing Iran's ability to threaten vital oil routes.

 US-Iran war: Is the Middle East on the brink of a bigger war? 

US President Donald Trump said he believes the memorandum of understanding with Iran "is over" after the two sides exchanged strikes across the Middle East, though he added negotiators could continue talks if they wished. The latest escalation, including Iranian strikes on US military targets in Bahrain and Kuwait following US action and renewed sanctions, has raised fresh concerns over regional stability and pushed oil prices higher.

 US-Iran war: Trump declares Iran ceasefire is 'over' after overnight strikes 

U.S. President Donald Trump met Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan in Ankara ahead of the NATO leaders' summit. Erdogan welcomed Trump with an official ceremony at the Presidential Palace.

Trump meets Turkish counterpart Erdogan in Ankara ahead of NATO summit

U.S. President Donald Trump has frequently branded himself a "big crypto guy." However, when it came to backing that claim, specifically within accounts designated for America's children, he stopped short. Here is a look inside the tension between the administration's crypto rhetoric and its real-world financial backing.

Trump's crypto fandom tests ethics lines again

Iran has dismissed US President Donald Trump's warning of possible military action as "delusional," with Tehran warning Washington against using the "language of threats." The sharp exchange comes amid the funeral of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and a pause in nuclear negotiations between Iran and the United States.

US-Iran peace deal: Trump issues fresh threats to Iran, Iran hits back

Commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz is rebounding after the U.S.-Iran ceasefire, with vessel traffic rising sharply since mid-June. While maritime activity is returning to normal, shipping companies continue to exercise caution as geopolitical tensions in the region remain unresolved.

Hormuz: Commercial vessel traffic jumps after U.S.-Iran deal

Iran’s chief negotiator Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf on Tuesday said that Iran was prioritising diplomacy with the United States, but remained ready for war. “We are pursuing dialogue, but if the dialogue is not implemented, we are also prepared for war and will respond accordingly,” he said in an interview on state television, as Iranian and US delegations were due to hold separate discussions in Doha.

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