In recent weeks, the United States has succeeded in loosening Iran's grip over the Strait of Hormuz while virtually shutting down Iran's own oil exports, accelerating its economic free fall.
Source: JOSEPH KRAUSS, Associated Press — Read the full report
In recent weeks, the United States has succeeded in loosening Iran's grip over the Strait of Hormuz while virtually shutting down Iran's own oil exports, accelerating its economic free fall. But the war launched by the U.S. and Israel in February — intended to last a …
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CNN reported, citing sources, that potential new US strikes on Iran would target military sites capable of rapid reconstruction. According to the report, these actions would extend beyond efforts to maintain the status quo.
The Saudi-led coalition stated that it struck Houthi missile facilities. The coalition reported destroying ballistic missile launchers, tunnels, and a depot used to store missiles.
CNN reports that US forces are ready to launch new strikes on Iran within 96 hours of an order from Trump. Officials believe this could happen before the end of the year.
Russia stated Monday that it would not slow its offensive on Ukraine despite upcoming US-brokered talks, though it said it was open to short-term "humanitarian" ceasefires. The Kremlin indicated it could agree to local truces, including one set to start early Tuesday in the southern Ukrainian city of Oleshky.
This ceasefire was brokered by US First Lady Melania Trump following reports of shortages in the Russian-occupied city.