Published: Jul 11, 2026, 21:57 IST | Updated: Jul 11, 2026, 21:57 IST
The fragile peace in the Middle East has shattered. Just weeks after signing a memorandum of understanding, U.S. President Donald Trump has declared the ceasefire with Iran "over" following a series of aggressive attacks on commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. As U.S. Central Command launches fresh strikes to protect the vital waterway, the situation has escalated into a high-stakes game of brinkmanship.