US-Iran War Live Updates: Tehran attacks Bahrain, tanker hit in Strait of Hormuz after US airstrikes

The retaliatory strikes against US targets were conducted under Article 51 of the UN Charter, which recognises the right to 'self-defence', Iran said.

Iranian strikes in Bahrain: Iran launched a drone attack targeting Bahrain on Saturday, while a commercial tanker came under attack in the Strait of Hormuz. Bahrain’s Foreign Ministry said a “number of Iranian drones” targeted the country, describing the assault as “a flagrant threat to the security of citizens and residents”. Separately, the UK’s maritime security agency, the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations, said a tanker was attacked in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran’s IRGC said it had targeted several locations belonging to the “US terrorist army in the region”, without identifying specific sites, spilling tensions beyond diplomacy in the region again, with maritime traffic security at Hormuz remaining ambiguous.

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Iran-US Ceasefire Crisis: How closely are you following the Hormuz standoff?

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Question 1 of 6 What did Iran's foreign ministry accuse the US of violating, alongside the UN Charter? A bilateral defence treaty signed in 2024 A 14-point memorandum of understanding (MoU) A UN Security Council resolution on maritime safety
📚 Iran's foreign ministry said Washington violated both the UN Charter and the 14-point MoU signed the previous week to halt months of fighting and reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
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Question 2 of 6 Approximately what share of the world's seaborne oil passes through the Strait of Hormuz? One-third One-quarter Nearly one-fifth
📚 The Strait of Hormuz carries nearly a fifth (around 20%) of the world's seaborne oil, making it one of the most strategically vital waterways on the planet.
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Question 3 of 6 What event directly triggered the US airstrikes on Iranian targets on Friday? Iran shelling a US naval vessel in the Persian Gulf Iran's drone attack on a Singapore-flagged cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz Iran seizing a British oil tanker near Oman
📚 The US launched strikes after accusing Iran of conducting a drone attack on a cargo ship transiting the Strait of Hormuz — a move Washington said violated the ceasefire agreement.
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Question 4 of 6 How long did the US military operation targeting Iranian missile and drone sites take to complete? About three hours About an hour About 30 minutes
📚 A US official told the Associated Press that the operation — which struck Iranian missile launch sites, drone facilities and coastal radar installations — concluded within about an hour.
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Question 5 of 6 According to the International Maritime Organization, how many vessels were still waiting for safe passage through the Gulf after the latest escalation? Around 200 Around 350 Around 500
📚 The IMO reported that around 115 ships had exited the Gulf in recent days, while approximately 500 vessels remained in the region awaiting safer passage through the Strait.
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Question 6 of 6 How did Iran's parliamentary National Security Commission chairman Ebrahim Azizi describe Tehran's actions in the Strait of Hormuz? A justified military response to US provocation Ceasefire management Defensive maritime operations under international law
📚 Ebrahim Azizi wrote on social media that the Strait of Hormuz "is governed by Iran" and described Tehran's actions as "ceasefire management" rather than a violation of the truce agreement.
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US ‘breached’ the MoU: An adviser to Iran’s Supreme Leader Mohsen Rezaei accused the United States of breaching the memorandum of understanding that ended the recent conflict, saying Washington had created new tensions in the Strait of Hormuz. Rezaei said the US had violated the agreement through its actions in the strategic waterway, where maritime security has remained a key issue in post-war negotiations.

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US Navy expands Hormuz shipping route near Oman: A US Navy-linked maritime body said a shipping route near Oman’s coast has been expanded to allow two-way traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, as Washington presses to keep the strategic waterway open.

Key Updates US-Iran War Today:

• Hezbollah accuses Lebanese government of ‘legitimising’ Israeli occupation
• Hezbollah chief rejects Lebanon-Israel framework agreement as ‘null and void’
• Iran warns of ‘swift’ response to any violation of ceasefire memorandum
• Iran condemns US airstrikes as breach of ceasefire memorandum
• Qatar, Kuwait and GCC condemn alleged Iranian drone attack on Bahrain
• Israeli drone strike hits southern Lebanon after new security deal
• Iran says cargo clearance from UAE’s Jebel Ali Port resumes
• Iran launches drone attack on Bahrain as tanker struck in Hormuz
• US Navy expands Strait of Hormuz shipping route near Oman

Live Updates
Jun 27, 2026 10:26 PM IST
US releases video of strikes on Iran after Hormuz cargo ship attack

The United States has released video footage showing strikes on Iranian missile and drone storage sites and coastal radar positions, carried out after Iran allegedly attacked the Singapore-flagged cargo ship M/V Ever Lovely in the Strait of Hormuz.

According to the US Central Command, the strikes were launched in response to the June 25 drone attack on the vessel as it exited the Strait along the Omani coast. Washington said the operation targeted infrastructure used in attacks on commercial shipping, calling it a response to a violation of the ceasefire.

The exchange has further strained the US-Iran memorandum of understanding signed earlier this month. Iran has since claimed retaliatory strikes against US-linked targets in the Gulf, while both sides continue to accuse each other of breaching the agreement.

Read the full analysis here and watch video.

Jun 27, 2026 09:37 PM IST
Why ships are still not safe in the Strait of Hormuz despite US-Iran deal

Commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz remains fragile despite the US-Iran memorandum of understanding, with fresh attacks on merchant vessels, retaliatory US and Iranian strikes, and disputes over navigation continuing to fuel uncertainty.

Iran insists ships must seek its approval before transiting the Strait and has introduced new navigation procedures, while the US and its allies maintain the waterway must remain open under international law. Maritime authorities have raised threat levels, shipping companies continue to face elevated war-risk insurance costs, and operators remain divided over which shipping route is safest.

The latest escalation has also spilled beyond the Strait, with Iran and the US accusing each other of violating the ceasefire, renewed tensions in Lebanon, and continued concerns over the durability of the agreement. Maritime experts say the world's busiest energy corridor remains vulnerable despite the diplomatic breakthrough.

Read the full analysis here.

Jun 27, 2026 09:29 PM IST
Lebanese army chief holds defence talks in UK

Lebanese Army commander Rodolphe Haykal visited the United Kingdom for meetings with senior British defence and security officials to discuss military cooperation and support for the Lebanese army.

According to the Lebanese army, the talks focused on strengthening bilateral cooperation, addressing challenges related to peacekeeping, border protection and efforts to achieve a sustainable ceasefire in Lebanon.

During the visit, Haykal met Rich Knighton, Jonathan Powell, Vernon Coaker and Hamish Falconer.

(Al Jazeera)

Jun 27, 2026 08:22 PM IST
EU chief welcomes Israel-Lebanon agreement, pledges support

European Union Chief Ursula von der Leyen welcomed the agreement between Israel and Lebanon, describing it as "a critical step away from escalation" and saying peace in the Middle East cannot be achieved "with Lebanon in flames."

In a post on X, von der Leyen thanked the United States for mediating the agreement and said the next priorities should be the disarmament of non-state armed groups and the preservation of Lebanon's sovereignty and territorial integrity.

She added that the European Union stands ready to support the implementation of the agreement and regional stability, including through continued humanitarian assistance, noting that the bloc has mobilised €100 million to support displaced people.

Jun 27, 2026 07:53 PM IST
Jordan welcomes Lebanon-Israel framework agreement

Lebanon's Minister of Foreign Affairs Youssef Raggi said he received a phone call from Jordanian Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi, who congratulated Lebanon on signing the US-mediated framework agreement with Israel, in a post on his official X handle.

According to Raggi, Safadi said he hoped the agreement would serve Lebanon's interests, restore stability, strengthen the state's sovereignty over its entire territory and enable the country to live in peace and security.

Raggi thanked Jordan for its continued support and said the agreement marked "a victory for diplomacy and for the authority of the State and its institutions above all else."

Jun 27, 2026 07:50 PM IST
Italy ready to support Israel-Lebanon deal 'diplomatically'

Vice President of the Council of Ministers of Italy Antonio Tajani said Italy is ready to provide diplomatic support for the newly signed Israel-Lebanon agreement and could contribute to a future international mission after the mandate of United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) ends.

Speaking in Dubrovnik, Croatia, Tajani described the agreement as "certainly a step forward" while cautioning that stabilising the situation would take time. He said Italy, alongside France, could also play a significant role in rebuilding Lebanon and strengthening its institutions.

Tajani added that any post-UNIFIL international mission would require a multilateral agreement and said participation by Arab and Gulf countries should also be considered.

(With inputs from Al Jazeera)

Jun 27, 2026 07:12 PM IST
Hezbollah chief accuses Lebanese government of 'legitimising' Israeli occupation

Hezbollah General Secretary Naim Qassem accused Lebanon’s government of legitimising what he called Israel’s occupation, warning the new agreement could entrench Israeli control over southern Lebanese territory.

In a televised address, Qassem said the deal “could even lead to the annexation of these lands to the Zionist entity” and urged Lebanese authorities to “retract your sins that are destroying Lebanon.”

He also said Hezbollah remained “ready to cooperate and stand together for the sovereignty of Lebanon, the liberation of its land, and the expulsion of the Israeli occupier.”

(With inputs from Al Jazeera)

Jun 27, 2026 07:09 PM IST
Hezbollah's Naim Qassem hails Iran's role in securing Lebanon ceasefire

Hezbollah Chief Naim Qassem praised Iran's role in securing the ceasefire in Lebanon, describing it as "a gift of honour, dignity and strength."

The Iran-US memorandum of understanding had given Lebanon "a powerful card" by guaranteeing the country's "territorial integrity and sovereignty", Qassem said.

(Al Jazeera)

Jun 27, 2026 07:05 PM IST
'All red lines crossed': Hezbollah rejects linking Israeli withdrawal to its disarmament

Hezbollah Secretary-General Naim Qassem rejected proposals to condition an Israeli withdrawal from southern Lebanon on Hezbollah’s disarmament.

“Linking the Israeli withdrawal to the disarmament of the resistance throughout Lebanon is a very dangerous proposition that crosses all red lines”, Qassem said in a televised address.

(Al Jazeera)

Jun 27, 2026 07:00 PM IST
Hezbollah chief rejects Lebanon-Israel framework agreement as 'null and void'

Hezbollah Secretary-General Naim Qassem rejected the framework agreement reached between Lebanon and Israel in Washington, saying it should be replaced by the Iran-US memorandum of understanding.

In a televised statement, Qassem described the deal as "humiliating, shameful, and a surrender of sovereignty," adding, "This agreement is null and void, and the provisions of the Iranian-American Memorandum of Understanding must be implemented."

(Al Jazeera)

Jun 27, 2026 06:57 PM IST
Hezbollah chief vows group will continue armed resistance

Hezbollah Secretary-General Naim Qassem said Hezbollah will continue its armed resistance despite the latest agreement between Lebanon and Israel.

In a televised address, Qassem said, "We will continue as a resistance in the field to defeat the occupation," adding, "We did not abandon the field in the most difficult circumstances, and we will not abandon it."

(Al Jazeera)

Jun 27, 2026 06:50 PM IST
UAE condemns alleged Iranian drone attacks on Bahrain

The United Arab Emirates has strongly condemned the alleged Iranian drone attacks on Bahrain, describing them as a "flagrant violation" of the kingdom's sovereignty.

In a statement, the UAE's Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the reported attacks threaten Bahrain's security and stability and reaffirmed Abu Dhabi's solidarity with Manama.

Jun 27, 2026 06:18 PM IST
Qatar condemns alleged Iranian drone attacks on Bahrain

Qatar has strongly condemned the alleged Iranian drone attacks on Bahrain, calling for restraint and renewed diplomatic efforts to prevent further escalation.

In a statement, Qatar's Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the attacks were unjustified and stressed the need to spare the region from the consequences of further conflict.

The ministry urged all parties to continue on the path of dialogue and diplomacy, pursue de-escalation, and build on the gains achieved under the US-Iran memorandum of understanding to strengthen regional and international security and stability.

(With inputs from Al Jazeera)

Jun 27, 2026 06:15 PM IST
Pakistan assures Iran of support after fresh US-Iran strikes

Pakistani Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar spoke by phone with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi after renewed US-Iran strikes raised concerns over the fragile peace process.

According to Pakistan's Foreign Office, Dar reaffirmed Islamabad's commitment to playing a "constructive role" in achieving lasting peace and stability in the region. Araghchi thanked Pakistan for its continued support for the peace process and for facilitating the repatriation of Iranian crew members and fishermen.

The two leaders also agreed to remain in close contact. Pakistan said it recently helped repatriate another group of 22 Iranian crew members from a tanker seized by US authorities, marking the fourth such operation in the past two months.

(With inputs from PTI)

Jun 27, 2026 06:09 PM IST
GCC chief condemns alleged Iranian drone attacks on Bahrain

The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Chief Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi strongly condemned the alleged Iranian drone attacks on Bahrain, describing them as "treacherous" assaults.

In a statement posted on X, Albudaiwi said the attacks targeted civilian infrastructure and property, calling them a serious threat to regional security and stability.

(Al Jazeera)

Jun 27, 2026 05:55 PM IST
UAE president backs Lebanon after Israel framework agreement

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun discussed the situation in Lebanon and the recently signed framework agreement with Israel during a phone call with UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.

According to the Lebanese presidency, Sheikh Mohamed reaffirmed the UAE's support for Aoun and the Lebanese government, saying Abu Dhabi was ready to assist Lebanon politically, economically and socially until it overcomes its current challenges.

Aoun thanked the UAE leader for his continued support. The call came after Lebanon and Israel signed a framework agreement following the fifth round of US-mediated negotiations in Washington.

(With inputs from Al Jazeera)

Jun 27, 2026 05:32 PM IST
Iran warns of 'swift' response to any violation of ceasefire memorandum

A senior adviser to Iran's Supreme Leader Mohsen Rezaei accused the United States of violating the war-ending memorandum of understanding by supporting what he described as proxy forces in the region and by continuing to create tensions in the Strait of Hormuz.

In a post on X, Rezaei said Washington had breached the agreement's first article through its regional actions and its fifth article through developments in the strategic waterway.

"The response to the violation of any article of the memorandum of understanding will be swift and decisive," Rezaei warned.

Jun 27, 2026 04:56 PM IST
Iran says more ships seeking Hormuz transit permits after warning shots

Iranian state television said more commercial vessels are requesting transit permits from Tehran before passing through the Strait of Hormuz.

According to the report, the increase follows warning shots fired at vessels that attempted to transit the strategic waterway without authorisation from Iranian authorities.

(Reuters)

Jun 27, 2026 04:49 PM IST
Kuwait condemns alleged Iranian drone attack on Bahrain

Kuwait has condemned an alleged Iranian drone attack on Bahrain after Manama said its territory was targeted earlier on Saturday.

In a statement posted on its official X handle, Kuwait's Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the continued attacks undermine regional and international efforts to reduce tensions and pose a threat to the security and stability of the Gulf.

Kuwait expressed its "full solidarity" with Bahrain and affirmed its support for "all measures it takes to protect its sovereignty, security, and the safety of its territories."

Jun 27, 2026 04:47 PM IST
Iran says US airstrikes violated ceasefire MoU and UN Charter

Iran's Ministry of Foreign Affairs condemned US airstrikes on coastal monitoring facilities in southern Iran, calling them a "flagrant violation" of both the UN Charter and the memorandum of understanding signed on June 18 to end the conflict, Tehran Times reported.

The ministry also accused Israel of violating the agreement through attacks in Lebanon, saying the strikes were carried out in coordination with the United States. Tehran said its retaliatory strikes against US targets were conducted under Article 51 of the UN Charter, which recognises the right to self-defence.

Iran warned that the United States and any parties assisting it would bear full responsibility for the consequences, urged Gulf states to prevent their territory from being used for attacks against Iran, and called on the UN Secretary-General and the United Nations Security Council to respond to the alleged violations.

Jun 27, 2026 04:40 PM IST
Israeli drone strike hits southern Lebanon after new security deal

An Israeli drone struck the Nabatieh al-Fawqa area in southern Lebanon on Wednesday, according to Lebanon's National News Agency.

The agency said the strike targeted the Farah amusement park intersection in the Nabatieh area. There was no immediate information on casualties or damage.

The attack came a day after Israel and Lebanon signed a US-brokered security arrangement aimed at easing tensions along the border following months of cross-border fighting involving Hezbollah. The reported strike raises fresh questions over the durability of the new agreement.

(With inputs from Al Jazeera)

Jun 27, 2026 04:38 PM IST
Iran says cargo clearance from UAE's Jebel Ali Port resumes

Iran says cargo clearance from the UAE's Jebel Ali Port has resumed following disruptions caused by the recent conflict and attacks in the Strait of Hormuz, reported Al Jazeera citing Iran's state-run Islamic Republic News Agency (IRNA).

According to IRNA, an Iranian trade official said containers delayed because of "wartime conditions" are now being processed and shipped to Iran, with trade expected to gradually return to pre-war levels.

Jebel Ali, a key regional transshipment hub for Iranian imports and exports, had seen trade affected by the conflict and existing Western sanctions on Iran.

Jun 27, 2026 04:33 PM IST
Trump's Iran deal faces backlash from some Republican voters: Report

Many supporters of US President Donald Trump have criticised his interim agreement with Iran, with several telling news agency Reuters they believe the deal makes too many concessions to Tehran and could damage Republican prospects in November's midterm elections.

The report, which interviewed 18 Trump voters, found that most opposed key elements of the June 14 memorandum of understanding, including the temporary easing of oil sanctions and the proposed $300 billion reconstruction fund for Iran. A separate Reuters/Ipsos poll found only a quarter of Americans believed the war with Iran had been worth the cost, while a majority doubted the ceasefire would last.

Despite the criticism, several loyal Trump supporters said they still believe the president has a broader strategy to weaken or eventually bring down Iran's leadership. Others said they remain undecided about supporting Republican candidates in the midterms, reflecting growing unease within parts of Trump's political base over the agreement.

(With inputs from Reuters)

Jun 27, 2026 04:20 PM IST
Iran launches drone attack on Bahrain as tanker struck in Hormuz

Iran launched a drone attack targeting Bahrain on Saturday, while a commercial tanker came under attack in the Strait of Hormuz, raising fears of renewed escalation despite ongoing US-Iran diplomatic efforts.

Bahrain's Foreign Ministry said a "number of Iranian drones" targeted the country, describing the assault as "a flagrant threat to the security of citizens and residents". Separately, the UK's maritime security agency, the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations, said a tanker was attacked in the Strait of Hormuz. The crew was reported safe and no environmental damage was recorded.

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps said it had targeted several locations belonging to the "US terrorist army in the region", without identifying specific sites. The incidents followed US airstrikes carried out overnight in response to an earlier Iranian drone attack on a vessel in the Strait of Hormuz, further straining the fragile ceasefire and ongoing negotiations.

(With inputs from AP)

Jun 27, 2026 04:03 PM IST
US Navy expands Strait of Hormuz shipping route near Oman

The Joint Maritime Information Center, overseen by the US Navy, said a shipping route near Oman's coast has been expanded to accommodate both inbound and outbound traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, Associated Press (AP) reported.

The move comes as the United States seeks to ensure uninterrupted navigation through the strategic waterway after Iran warned that ships must comply with its directives and indicated it could impose transit fees, as per the report. Washington and Gulf Arab states have "rejected" the proposal, maintaining that the Strait of Hormuz is an international waterway.

The announcement follows renewed tensions in the Gulf after Iran reportedly launched drone attacks targeting Bahrain and a commercial tanker came under attack in the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday. US officials say the expanded route is intended to facilitate safer maritime traffic through one of the world's busiest energy corridors.

(With inputs from AP)

Jun 27, 2026 04:00 PM IST
Tehran-Dubai flights to resume from July 1: Iran

Flights between Tehran and Dubai will resume from July 1, Iran's civil aviation authority announced, as the country continues to reopen international air links following the recent conflict.

(Reuters)

Jun 27, 2026 03:56 PM IST
Iran says US breached war-ending MoU by creating tensions in Hormuz

An adviser to Iran's Supreme Leader Mohsen Rezaei accused the United States of breaching the memorandum of understanding that ended the recent conflict, saying Washington had created new tensions in the Strait of Hormuz.

Rezaei said the US had violated the agreement through its actions in the strategic waterway, where maritime security has remained a key issue in post-war negotiations.

(Reuters)

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