Morning update

Summary

Morning update Good morning Middle East Eye readers, The biggest flashpoint right now is the Strait of Hormuz, where a planned US naval escort mission is already drawing sharp warnings from Tehran. Donald Trump says “Project Freedom” will help move stranded ships, but Iran says any US presence there would break the ceasefire. At the same time, fighting continues in southern Lebanon, maritime disruption is worsening, and diplomacy still looks uncertain despite negotiations. Here are the latest updates: - Iran's military has issued a warning that all foreign armed forces, especially the "aggressive US army", will be attacked if they attempt to approach the Strait of Hormuz. - The US military has mobilised aircraft and troops for the maritime escort operation in the Straight of Hormuz. - Around 20,000 seafarers are stranded as the Hormuz crisis disrupts global shipping, the International Maritime Organisation has said. - Tanker struck by projectiles off the UAE coast, adding to maritime security concerns. - Israeli strikes intensify in southern Lebanon, with air raids and shelling reported. - Iran says any deal must include guarantees and compensation as talks continue. - Iranian oil tankers reach Indonesian waters despite blockade efforts. - US transfers crew of seized Iranian vessel to Pakistan amid ongoing tensions. - Medicine prices surge in Iran, with shortages reported after the war. - Iran executes three men accused of links to Mossad, Israel’s intelligence agency.