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La noche ha sido eterna para los afectados por la catastrófica riada del miércoles en la frontera entre Nepal y el Tíbet que deja por el momento unas 389 personas fallecidas y alrededor de 1.500 desaparecidos entre los que hay al menos 800 extranjeros procedentes de Portugal, Italia, Países Bajos, Reino Unido, Australia, India, Japón y Estados Unidos, entre otros países.

José Manuel Albares, ministro de Exteriores, ha reconocido esta mañana que hay cuatro españoles no localizados en la zona afectada: “No nos consta que haya fallecidos”, ha explicado en un audio-comunicado remitido a los medios en el que ha hecho un llamamiento a los españoles que se encuentran en la zona, sus familiares y amigos para que contacten con los teléfonos de emergencia consular.

Las últimas cifras confirman que entre las 826 personas desaparecidas en Nepal hay cerca de 600 extranjeros, según informaron a Reuters la policía y las autoridades de turismo. Los extraviados en el Tíbet, ascienden por el momento a 558, de los que 260 son ciudadanos extranjeros. Según ha declarado el portavoz de la policía, Abi Narayan Kafle, la cifra de fallecidos “aumentará” y esperan “recuperar más cuerpos”.

El líder espiritual de los tibetanos, el Dalai Lama, ha trasladado este jueves sus condolencias a los afectados: “Me entristece profundamente tener conocimiento de las devastadoras inundaciones en la región de Rasuwa, en Nepal, y en Kyirong, en el Tíbet, que han provocado pérdidas humanas y graves daños estructurales”, ha dicho en un mensaje publicado por su oficina. “Estos son sin duda síntomas de una causa subyacente más profunda, ya sea el cambio climático u otros factores“, ha agregado.

Alrededor de 5.000 militares y policías desplegados en la zona

Las labores de rescate en el Tíbet se reanudaron antes del amanecer y están siendo condicionadas por lluvia y la dificultad de acceso en un relieve montañoso asolado tras el muro de agua que engulló este miércoles todo lo que encontró a su paso.Un total de 5.000 militares y policías nepalíes han sido desplegados en los distritos de Rasuwa y Nuwakot, las zonas más afectadas por la riada, a los que también ayudan efectivos de la policía. India, China, EEUU, Sri Lanka y Australia están movilizando distintos tipos de ayuda y la Unión Europea ha ofrecido apoyo a través de la presidenta de la Comisión, Úrsula von der Leyen.

El secretario de Estado de EEUU, Marco Rubio, ha enviado sus “más profundas condolencias a los afectados y ha prometido una asistencia de medio millón de dólares (unos 429 millones de euros) en ayudas.

El Servicio Geológico de Estados Unidos (USGS) ha confirmado que el motivo fue el colapso de un glaciar en el Himalaya, que posteriormente provocó un temblor sísmico de magnitud 5,2 y un deslizamiento de tierra que taponó el cauce del río Lhende Khola. El agua se acumuló hasta que el tapón se desbloqueó y la enorme masa bajó con fuerza hacia los ríos Bhotekoshi y Truishuli. Valles enteros han quedado sumergidos bajo el lodo, y entre los desaparecidos hay centenares de personas que estaban realizando tours de senderismo, peregrinos, trabajadores y miembros de las fuerzas de seguridad.

Crece el temor a otra riada por otro bloqueo

Mientras se intensifican las labores de rescate, crece el temor a que se produzcan nuevas inundaciones. Inspecciones en la zona del puerto de Gyirong, en la frontera entre China y Nepal, han confirmado que está creando un “lago barrera” de rocas y lodo que sigue creciendo, según medios estatales chinos. Se trata de otra obstrucción del río como la que provocó el desastre y su colapso podría generar otra riada repentina. Autoridades chinas han confirmado que se están llevando a cabo labores para prevenir otro evento como el del miércoles.

Una cámara CCTV en el cruce fronterizo entre Nepal y China ha dejado una de las imágenes más reveladoras de la magnitud del desastre en la que una monumental montaña de agua y lodo acaba con varios edificios mientras varias personas tratan de huir. Otros de los fotogramas muestran cómo la fuerza y extensión de la riada se lleva por delante autobuses y turismos en pocos segundos.

Testimonios como el del alcalde de Bidur, en el distrito de Nuwacot, Rajan Shrestha, muestran la impotencia de las autoridades ante un evento tan repentino y demoledor. El mandatario local señaló a Times que nunca había visto “una inundación de tal magnitud” y relató cómo sucedió. “Ocurrió con gran rapidez. No pudimos evacuar a toda la población del núcleo urbano principal”, confesó.

Rescatadas 125 personas y miles están aisladas

La riada ha provocado que miles de personas hayan quedado aisladas y los equipos de rescate en Nepal están utilizando helicópteros para lanzarles suministros de emergencia como tiendas de campaña y comida, mientras buscan más supervivientes. Durante las primeras horas del jueves, se han logrado rescatar a 125 personas, de las que 20 eran extranjeros.

Entre los turistas desaparecidos, procedentes de más de dos docenas de países, hay confirmados por el momento 178 de la India, 90 de EEUU, 53 ucranianos, 51 malasios, 35 de Australia, 33 del Reino Unido, 25 de Canadá, 12 israelíes y tres portugueses.

En Australia, las autoridades no han podido contactar con 34 de sus nacionales, quienes formaban parte de grupos de peregrinación y circuitos turísticos. La ministra de Exteriores, Penny Wong, ha confirmado que la información llega con cuentagotas “dada la magnitud del desastre” y afirma estar tratando de confirmar “con urgencia el estado y el paradero de los australianos”. Entre ellos hay al menos dos niños, uno de ellos es de origen indio y nacionalidad australiana que formaba parte de una expedición organizada por una agencia de turismo religioso en el monte Kailash, un lugar sagrado en el Tíbet.

Varios derrames cerebrales han terminado con la vida del que fuera general serbobosnio Ratko Mladic, que cumplía cadena perpetua por genocidio en la sangrienta guerra de Bosnia (1992-1995), según ha informado la cadena RTS de Serbia. Estaba preso en el centro de detención de la ONU en La Haya, ubicada dentro del complejo de la prisión neerlandesa de alta seguridad de Scheveningen.

Mladic, que tenía 84 años, fue apodado como el Carnicero de los Balcanes por su papel en la masacre de Srebrenica de 1995. El 11 de julio de ese año -aunque la matanza se prolongó durante varios días-, las fuerzas serbobosnias, comandadas por este general y por el líder serbobosnio Radovan Karadzic, asesinaron a tiros a 8.000 hombres y adolescentes musulmanes del enclave que acababan de conquistar y que estaba bajo amparo de la ONU. La localidad albergaba a más de 40.000 personas, muchas de ellas desplazadas por la guerra de Bosnia. Karadzic, de 81 años, también cumple cadena perpetua por genocidio y crímenes de guerra.

El Carnicero de los Balcanes fue arrestado y extraditado a la justicia internacional en mayo de 2011, cuando fue arrestado en la localidad de Lazarevo (al norte de Serbia), donde vivía bajo la identidad falsa de Milorad Komadi. El Gobierno de Belgrado autorizó la extradición tras desestimarse los recursos de su defensa debido a su salud.

El Tribunal Penal Internacional para la antigua Yugoslavia de La Haya (TPIY) le declaró culpable el 22 de noviembre de 2017 por genocidio, crímenes de lesa humanidad y crímenes de guerra y lo sentenció a cadena perpetua, fallo que Mladic apeló y cuya sentencia firme se dictó el 8 de junio de 2021. Karadzic había recibido la misma sentencia unos meses antes, el 24 de marzo de 2016, y había sido condenado a 40 años de cárcel, una pena que fue elevada a cadena perpetua en marzo de 2019 tras su apelación.

“Los muertos no regresan”

“Los muertos no regresan, las fosas comunes permanecen y cada veredicto dictado en La Haya sigue en pie. Nada de eso cambia porque Ratko Mladic haya muerto. Su muerte no resuelve nada ni absuelve nada. No puede borrar lo que el tribunal determinó sobre él, ni convertirá a un criminal de guerra convicto en una figura de la historia”, señala el bosnio Adnan Cerimagic, analista sénior del think thank European Stability Initiative en Berlín.

“Lo que sí hace su muerte es dejar a los vivos con una tarea inconclusa. Para Bosnia y Herzegovina, y sobre todo para quienes nacieron después de que cesaran las matanzas, la labor sigue siendo la misma: mantenerse firmes en la verdad, en la rendición de cuentas y en la memoria”, añade Cerimagic. “Serbia comparte esa responsabilidad. Respaldó a Mladic mientras se cometían los crímenes, lo mantuvo fuera del alcance de la justicia durante años y lo apoyó a lo largo de su encarcelamiento. En la muerte, al igual que en vida, su Gobierno, sus medios de comunicación y gran parte de su opinión pública muy probablemente recurrirán a la vieja ficción e intentarán hacer pasar a un criminal por un héroe“, señala este investigador.

Por su parte, Miguel Roán, director del proyecto Balcanismos y autor del libro Belgrado Brut, explica que “su figura será recordada por su responsabilidad en los crímenes perpetrados contra la población bosníaca, el asedio a Sarajevo y el genocidio de Srebrenica”. “Resulta paradójico“, añade Roán, “que el nacionalismo serbio reivindique su figura cuando su papel agravó las masacres en territorio bosnio y manchó la reputación de la bandera que decía defender“.

El responsable de Srebrenica Memorial Center, Emir Suljagi (Ljubovija, 1975), superviviente de aquella masacre y que trabajó como traductor de los cascos azules de la ONU, relata en su cuenta de X cómo miró a los ojos a Mladic en Potocari, a seis kilómetros de Srebrenica, antes de la matanza: “Miré a un hombre que ya había decidido qué les pasaría a las personas a mi alrededor, incluyendo a la abrumadora mayoría de la gente que conocía”.

“Murió en prisión. Las personas que él envió a la muerte no tuvieron la oportunidad de envejecer. Esa es la única realidad sobre su muerte que me importa. Ahora queda la parte más difícil del trabajo: no permitir que junto con él mueran la verdad, la responsabilidad y el recuerdo“, concluye. Entre los cometidos del Memorial está la preservación histórica, la documentación, los archivos orales y la defensa jurídica y memoria de las víctimas frente al negacionismo.

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U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) reported early Wednesday the end of its fourth wave of bombings against Iran and announced the resumption of the naval blockade of Iranian ports and coasts, a measure that had been suspended during the negotiations that led to the signing of the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding. U.S. President Donald Trump declared that agreement terminated.

In response, Iran launched new attacks against U.S. military bases in Jordan, Bahrain and Kuwait. The Jordanian Army reported that its air defense systems intercepted and shot down three Iranian ballistic missiles, while Bahrain and Kuwait announced response operations.

Before the latest escalation, Trump warned he would order strikes against Iran’s strategic infrastructure if Tehran did not agree to negotiate a ceasefire. “We will put all their power plants out of commission. We will put all their bridges out of commission, unless they sit down at the table and negotiate,” he said.

For its part, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said the Strait of Hormuz, through which about 20% of the world’s traded oil and gas passes, will remain closed until U.S. military actions cease.

Below is the minute-by-minute coverage:

Iran executed a man arrested during the January protests

The Iranian regime executed on Wednesday a man accused of burning government and police facilities during the protests against the Islamic Republic’s authorities recorded in January in Isfahan province, according to Mizan News, a media outlet linked to the Iranian judiciary.

The report states that Mohammad Amini Dehaghani was hanged after the Supreme Court upheld the sentence. Judicial authorities say that on January 9 he threw Molotov cocktails at the governor’s office in Dehaghan and the central police station, and incited others to attack officers.

Official information cites surveillance footage and the accused’s confessions. It also claims Amini Dehaghani attempted to use a rifle taken from police during the protests.

Oil rises again amid military escalation in the Middle East

U.S. benchmark crude (WTI) gained $0.86 to trade at $80.20 a barrel, while Brent, the international benchmark, rose $1.15 to $85.88 a barrel.

On Tuesday, oil closed up 2% and reached a one-month high, driven by attacks that worsened supply concerns in the Strait of Hormuz.

“Brent and WTI have made upward corrections in line with the escalation of attacks, but the magnitude of the move will probably moderate now as the market waits to see any change of posture from the U.S. and Iran,” said June Goh, senior oil market analyst at Sparta Commodities, in remarks to Reuters.

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U.S. killed seven military personnel in attacks in southeastern Iran

The Iranian Army announced it will respond to the attack on the Bambour barracks in Iranshahr, calling it “a cowardly aggression.” “A decisive response will be given to this crime at the appropriate time,” the statement cited by Tasnim said.

According to the military’s account, 13 U.S. missiles struck facilities in the Bambour barracks, causing the deaths of seven members of Brigade 388 and leaving several wounded. The Army said that “passive defense measures” limited the number of casualties.

The statement asserted that the U.S. attacks “sought to cause as many casualties as possible,” targeting a guesthouse, guard posts and housing areas on the base.

Death confirmed of an Indian sailor who was missing after an attack off the coast of Oman

An Indian national who had been missing after the attack on the merchant ship GFS Galaxy off the coast of Oman has died, his father-in-law confirmed on Wednesday, Reuters reported. Of the 11 Indian crew members on board, 10 were rescued, the Indian Ministry of External Affairs said on Sunday.

A former Iranian foreign minister urged a ground attack on a U.S. base and taking hostages

Former Iranian Foreign Minister Manouchehr Mottaki proposed launching a ground offensive against a U.S. military base in the Middle East and taking hostages to bring them to Iranian territory.

“My proposal is to launch a ground attack against one of the U.S. bases in the region, capture 100 Americans and take them to Iran,” Mottaki, now a member of parliament, said.

Marco Rubio and the Jordanian foreign minister discussed Iranian attacks on ships in the Middle East

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said he met with Jordanian Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi to address regional security issues, including “Iran’s ongoing attacks on vessels and countries in the region.”

The UN Security Council voted to continue monitoring Houthi attacks in the Red Sea

The UN Security Council approved a resolution extending UN monitoring of Houthi attacks in the Red Sea for six months.

The measure, backed by 13 votes in favor with China and Russia abstaining, requires the UN secretary-general to submit monthly reports to the Council on the situation.

The Yemeni Houthi rebel group began attacking vessels in the Red Sea in late 2023, saying it targeted ships linked to Israel in response to the conflict in Gaza.

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Vessels linked to Iran left the Strait of Hormuz before the U.S. blockade

On Tuesday there was an increase in the number of ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz, most linked to Iranian trade, ahead of the U.S. blockade set to take effect Wednesday, shipping data show. Kpler records indicate nine of the eleven ships that crossed the route that day used the Iranian lane.

Among the vessels that entered the strait, three empty tankers were identified: one Aframax and two large tankers. As for departures, the data show a VLCC carried 2 million barrels of crude oil, a medium tanker transported refined products, and two additional ships moved liquefied petroleum gas.

The commercial flow also included a tanker loaded with methanol and a bulk carrier with iron ore, both departing the Gulf on Tuesday.

The Jordanian Army said it shot down three missiles launched by Iran

The Jordanian Army reported that its air defense systems intercepted and shot down three ballistic missiles that entered Jordanian airspace from Iranian territory. In an official statement, authorities said the Royal Engineer Corps handled the debris of the fallen missiles at different locations, followed technical and safety protocols, and secured the affected areas to protect the population and property.

“The Jordanian Armed Forces reject any violation of the Kingdom’s sovereignty or the use of its airspace to threaten its security and stability,” the military authorities said, adding that they maintain aerial surveillance at the highest level of readiness.

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Iran’s Revolutionary Guard attacked Gulf countries after the CENTCOM operation

The Iranian Army announced early Wednesday new drone strikes against U.S. military installations in the Middle East amid the latest military escalation between Tehran and Washington. According to a statement released by Tasnim, linked to the Revolutionary Guard, Al Azraq airbase in Jordan — where F-18 jets, accommodations and depots of U.S. equipment were located — was attacked with drones.

The military defended the operation dubbed “Lightning” and declared that “the era of strikes to the face is over and any action against the land, waters and skies of this historic country will not go unanswered nor without a proportional cost.”

In addition, the Revolutionary Guard reported attacks by its Navy and Aerospace Force against a U.S. storage facility at Sheikh Isa base in Bahrain and against U.S. drones at Ali Al Salem base in Kuwait. According to the statement, “in a simultaneous operation with missiles and drones, Navy and Aerospace Force fighters of the Revolutionary Guard destroyed several weapons and spare parts depots for enemy ships and aircraft at Sheikh Isa base in Bahrain a few hours ago.”

The military report also highlighted that “they attacked the ramp where enemy MQ9 drones were deployed at Ali Al Salem base in Kuwait, destroying or damaging several of them.”

Iran: the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed until “U.S. harms end”

The Revolutionary Guard announced that the strategic waterway will remain closed until U.S. actions cease, according to a statement released Tuesday. The military organization claimed the U.S. attacked Iranian bases “under the pretext of striking violator ships” that tried to transit the strait “to hide its defeat and incapacity.”

In the text, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps emphasized that “no ship dared to violate [the Iranian blockade] or accompany the United States,” and added that, as a result, “there were naturally no impacts” during the operation.

White House: “Divisions in Iran demonstrate the success of Trump’s policy”

White House Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller said internal divisions among Iran’s leaders reflect the success of President Donald Trump’s policy toward Tehran. Miller made the remarks in an interview with Fox News.

According to the U.S. official, Iran’s leadership is currently facing “enormous fissures the size of cannons” after decades of unity. Miller insisted that the United States urges Iran to endorse a peace program and abandon its nuclear ambitions.

Pezeshkian said he will defend “every centimeter” of Iran amid new escalation with the U.S.

Iran’s president, Masoud Pezeshkian, said his country will defend “every centimeter” of its territory amid the escalation with the United States, after U.S. President Donald Trump said he had eliminated most of Iran’s military capabilities. “We will defend every centimeter of our homeland with our actions,” Pezeshkian said in an interview with state television.

The president’s remarks came amid growing hostilities, after the United States launched bombings in southern Iran following Tehran’s attacks on commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz. In response, Iran carried out missile and drone strikes against U.S. targets in the region.

“Their rhetoric continues, but the question is: have they achieved their objectives on the battlefield?” Pezeshkian challenged, referring to Trump’s statements and U.S. military actions.

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U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) reported early Wednesday the end of its fourth wave of strikes against Iran and announced the resumption of a naval blockade of Iranian ports and coasts, a measure that had been suspended during the negotiations that produced the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding. U.S. President Donald Trump declared that agreement terminated.

In response, Iran launched new attacks against U.S. military bases in Jordan, Bahrain and Kuwait. The Jordanian army reported that its air-defense systems intercepted and shot down three Iranian ballistic missiles, while Bahrain and Kuwait announced response operations.

Before the latest escalation, Trump warned that he would order strikes against Iran’s strategic infrastructure if Tehran did not agree to negotiate a ceasefire. “We are going to put out of service all their power plants. We are going to put out of service all their bridges, unless they sit down at the table and negotiate,” he said.

The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said the Strait of Hormuz, through which about 20% of the world’s traded oil and gas passes, will remain closed until U.S. military actions cease.

Below is minute-by-minute coverage:

Iran executed a man arrested during the January protests

The Iranian regime executed on Wednesday a man accused of setting fire to government and police facilities during the protests against the Islamic Republic’s authorities that took place in January in Isfahan province, Mizan News — a media outlet linked to the judiciary — reported.

The report states that Mohammad Amini Dehaghani was hanged after the Supreme Court upheld the sentence. Judicial authorities allege that on January 9 he threw Molotov cocktails at the governor’s office in Dehaghan and at the central police station, and incited others to attack officers.

The official account cites surveillance footage and the accused’s confessions. It also claims Amini Dehaghani attempted to use a rifle taken from police during the protests.

Oil rises again amid military escalation in the Middle East

U.S. benchmark crude (WTI) rose $0.86 to trade at $80.20 per barrel, while Brent, the international benchmark, advanced $1.15 to $85.88 per barrel.

On Tuesday, oil closed up 2% and reached a one-month high, driven by attacks that worsened supply concerns in the Strait of Hormuz.

“Brent and WTI have adjusted upward in line with the escalation of attacks, but the size of the move will likely moderate now while the market waits to see any change in posture by the U.S. and Iran,” said June Goh, senior oil market analyst at Sparta Commodities, in comments to Reuters.

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U.S. killed seven military personnel in strikes in southeastern Iran

The Iranian Army announced it will respond to the attack on the Bambour barracks in Iranshahr, calling it “a cowardly aggression.” “A decisive response will be given to this crime at the appropriate time,” the statement quoted by Tasnim said.

According to the military, 13 U.S. missiles struck facilities in the Bambour barracks, killing seven members of the 388th Brigade and leaving several wounded. The Army said “passive defense measures” limited the number of casualties.

The statement asserted the U.S. strikes “aimed to cause as many casualties as possible,” targeting a guesthouse, guard posts and lodging areas on the base.

Death confirmed of Indian sailor missing after attack off Oman

An Indian national who had been missing after the attack on the merchant vessel GFS Galaxy off the coast of Oman has died, his father-in-law confirmed on Wednesday, Reuters reported. Of the 11 Indian crew members on board, 10 were rescued, the Indian Ministry of External Affairs said on Sunday.

Former Iranian foreign minister urged ground assault on U.S. base and taking hostages

Former Iranian foreign minister Manouchehr Mottaki proposed launching a ground offensive against a U.S. military base in the Middle East and taking hostages to bring to Iranian territory.

“My proposal is to launch a ground attack against one of the U.S. bases in the region, capture 100 Americans and take them to Iran,” Mottaki, now a member of parliament, said.

Marco Rubio and Jordan’s foreign minister discussed Iranian attacks on ships in the Middle East

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said he met with Jordan’s foreign minister, Ayman Safadi, to address regional security issues, including “the ongoing attacks by Iran against vessels and countries in the region.”

UN Security Council voted to continue monitoring Houthi attacks in the Red Sea

The UN Security Council approved a resolution extending UN monitoring of Houthi attacks in the Red Sea for six months.

The measure passed with thirteen votes in favor and abstentions from China and Russia, and requires the UN secretary-general to submit monthly reports to the Council on the situation.

The Yemeni Houthi rebel group began attacking vessels in the Red Sea at the end of 2023, saying its targets were ships linked to Israel in response to the conflict in Gaza.

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Vessels linked to Iran left the Strait of Hormuz before the U.S. blockade

On Tuesday there was an increase in the number of ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz, most linked to Iranian trade, ahead of a U.S. blockade scheduled to take effect on Wednesday, according to maritime transport data. Kpler records indicate that nine of the eleven ships that crossed the route that day did so via the Iranian corridor.

Among the vessels that entered the strait were three empty tankers: one Aframax and two large tankers. Regarding departures, the data show that one VLCC carried 2 million barrels of crude oil, while a medium tanker transported refined products and two additional vessels moved liquefied petroleum gas.

The commercial flow also included a tanker loaded with methanol and a bulk carrier with iron ore, both leaving the Gulf on Tuesday.

The Jordanian Army said it shot down three missiles launched by Iran

The Jordanian Army reported that its air-defense systems intercepted and shot down three ballistic missiles that entered Jordanian airspace from Iranian territory. In an official statement, authorities detailed that Royal Engineers teams handled the debris of the missiles that fell in various locations, following established technical and safety protocols, and secured the affected areas to protect civilians and property.

“The Jordanian Armed Forces reject any violation of the Kingdom’s sovereignty or the use of its airspace to threaten its security and stability,” the military said, stressing that they maintain air surveillance at the highest level of readiness.

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Iran’s Revolutionary Guard struck Gulf countries after the CENTCOM operation

The Iranian military announced early Wednesday new drone strikes against U.S. military facilities in the Middle East amid the latest escalation between Tehran and Washington. According to a statement distributed by Tasnim, linked to the IRGC, Al Azraq air base in Jordan — where F-18 fighters, accommodations and U.S. equipment depots were located — was attacked with drones.

The military defended the operation, named “Lightning,” and declared that “the era of slap-in-the-face strikes is over” and that any action against the soil, waters or skies of this historic country will not go unanswered nor without a proportional cost.

Additionally, the IRGC reported attacks by its Navy and Aerospace Force against a U.S. depot at Sheikh Isa base in Bahrain and against U.S. drones at Ali al Salem base in Kuwait. According to the statement, “in a simultaneous operation with missiles and drones, fighters of the IRGC Navy and Aerospace Force destroyed several depots of weapons and spare parts for enemy ships and aircraft at Sheikh Isa base in Bahrain a few hours ago.”

The military bulletin also stated that “they also attacked the ramp used to deploy the enemy MQ-9 drones at Ali al Salem base in Kuwait, destroying or damaging several of them.”

Iran: the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed until “the evils of the United States” end

The IRGC announced that the strategic maritime route will remain closed until U.S. actions cease, according to a statement released on Tuesday. The military claimed that the U.S. attacked Iranian bases “under the pretext of attacking violating ships” that were trying to transit the strait, “to hide its defeat and incapacity.”

In the text, the IRGC emphasized that “no ship dared to violate [the Iranian blockade] or to accompany the United States,” and added that, as a result, “naturally there were no impacts” during the operation.

White House: “Divisions in Iran demonstrate the success of Trump’s policy”

White House deputy chief of staff Stephen Miller said internal divisions among leaders of the Iranian regime reflect the success of President Donald Trump’s policy toward Tehran. Miller made the remarks in an interview with Fox News.

According to the U.S. official, Iran’s leadership is currently facing “huge fissures the size of cannons” after decades of unity. Miller insisted that the United States is urging Iran to support a peace program and abandon its nuclear ambitions.

Pezeshkian said he will defend “every inch” of Iran amid renewed escalation with the U.S.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said his country will defend “every inch” of its territory amid rising tensions with the United States, after U.S. President Donald Trump said he had eliminated much of Iran’s military capabilities. “We will defend every inch of our homeland with our actions,” Pezeshkian said in an interview with state television.

The president’s remarks came in a context of escalating hostilities, after the United States launched strikes in southern Iran following Tehran’s attacks on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. In response, Iran launched missiles and drones at U.S. targets in the region.

“His rhetoric continues, but the question is: have they achieved their objectives on the battlefield?” Pezeshkian challenged, referring to Trump’s statements and U.S. military actions.

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The United States Central Command (CENTCOM) reported early Wednesday the end of its fourth wave of strikes against Iran and announced the resumption of a naval blockade on Iranian ports and coasts, a measure that had been suspended during negotiations that produced the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding. U.S. President Donald Trump declared that agreement terminated.

In response, Iran launched new attacks against U.S. military bases in Jordan, Bahrain and Kuwait. The Jordanian Army reported that its air defense systems intercepted and shot down three Iranian ballistic missiles, while Bahrain and Kuwait announced retaliatory operations.

Prior to the latest escalation, Trump warned he would order strikes on Iran’s strategic infrastructure if Tehran did not agree to negotiate a cease-fire. “We are going to put all their power plants out of commission. We are going to put all their bridges out of commission, unless they sit down at the table and negotiate,” he said.

The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) stated that the Strait of Hormuz, through which roughly 20% of traded oil and gas passes, will remain closed until U.S. military actions cease.

Below is minute‐by‐minute coverage:

Oil rises again amid military escalation in the Middle East

U.S. benchmark crude (WTI) rose $0.86 to trade at $80.20 per barrel, while Brent, the international benchmark, gained $1.15 to $85.88 per barrel.

On Tuesday, oil closed up 2% and reached a one‐month high, driven by attacks that worsened supply concerns in the Strait of Hormuz.

“Brent and WTI have corrected upward in line with the escalation of attacks, but the size of the move will likely moderate now as the market waits to see if the U.S. or Iran change posture,” said June Goh, senior oil market analyst at Sparta Commodities, in remarks to Reuters.

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U.S. killed seven military personnel in strikes in southeastern Iran

The Iranian Army announced it will respond to the attack on the Bambour barracks in Iranshahr, calling it “a cowardly aggression.” “A decisive response will be delivered for this crime at the appropriate time,” the statement cited by Tasnim news agency said.

According to the military, 13 U.S. missiles struck facilities at the Bambour barracks, killing seven members of Brigade 388 and injuring several others. The Army said “passive defense measures” limited the number of casualties.

The statement claimed the U.S. strikes “aimed to cause as many casualties as possible,” targeting a guesthouse, guard posts and housing areas on the base.

Death confirmed of Indian sailor missing after attack off Oman

An Indian national who had been missing following the attack on the merchant vessel GFS Galaxy off the coast of Oman has died, his father‐in‐law confirmed on Wednesday, Reuters reported. Of the 11 Indian crew members on board, 10 were rescued, India’s Ministry of External Affairs said on Sunday.

Former Iranian foreign minister urged ground attack on a U.S. base and taking hostages

Former Iranian foreign minister Manouchehr Mottaki proposed launching a ground offensive against a U.S. military base in the Middle East and taking hostages to bring them to Iranian territory.

“My proposal is to carry out a ground attack on one of the U.S. bases in the region, capture 100 Americans and take them to Iran,” said Mottaki, who is currently a member of parliament.

Marco Rubio and Jordan’s foreign minister discussed Iranian attacks on ships in the Middle East

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said he met with Jordanian Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi to discuss regional security issues, including “the ongoing attacks by Iran against vessels and countries in the region.”

UN Security Council votes to continue monitoring Houthi attacks in the Red Sea

The UN Security Council approved a resolution extending UN monitoring of Houthi attacks in the Red Sea for six months.

The measure, supported by 13 votes in favor with China and Russia abstaining, requires the UN secretary‐general to submit monthly reports to the Council on the situation.

The Yemeni Houthi rebel group began attacking vessels in the Red Sea in late 2023, saying it was targeting ships linked to Israel in response to the conflict in Gaza.

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Vessels linked to Iran left the Strait of Hormuz ahead of U.S. blockade

On Tuesday there was an increase in the number of ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz, most linked to Iranian trade, ahead of a U.S. blockade set to take effect Wednesday, maritime traffic data showed. Kpler records indicate nine of the 11 vessels that crossed that route that day used the Iranian corridor.

Among ships entering the strait, three were empty tankers: one Aframax and two larger crude carriers. On the outbound side, the data show a VLCC carrying 2 million barrels of crude oil, a medium tanker transporting refined products, and two additional vessels moving liquefied petroleum gas.

Trade flows also included a tanker loaded with methanol and a bulk carrier carrying iron ore, both departing the Gulf on Tuesday.

Jordanian Army says it shot down three missiles launched by Iran

The Jordanian Army said its air defense systems intercepted and shot down three ballistic missiles that entered Jordanian airspace from Iranian territory. In an official statement, authorities said Royal Engineering Corps teams managed debris from the missiles in several locations, following established technical and safety protocols, and secured affected areas to protect people and property.

“The Jordanian Armed Forces reject any violation of the Kingdom’s sovereignty or the use of its airspace to threaten its security and stability,” the military said, adding that it maintains aerial surveillance at the highest readiness level.

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Iran’s Revolutionary Guard struck Gulf countries after the CENTCOM operation

The Iranian military announced early Wednesday new drone strikes against U.S. military facilities in the Middle East, amid the latest escalation between Tehran and Washington. In a statement carried by Tasnim, an agency linked to the IRGC, the Al Azraq airbase in Jordan — where F‐18 fighters, housing and U.S. equipment depots were located — was attacked with drones.

The military defended the operation, called “Relámpago,” saying “the era of slap‐in‐the‐face strikes is over and any action against the soil, waters or skies of this historic country will not go unanswered or without proportional cost.”

The IRGC also reported naval and Aerospace Force strikes against a U.S. storage facility at Sheikh Isa base in Bahrain and against U.S. drones at Ali al Salem base in Kuwait. According to the statement, “in a simultaneous missile and drone operation, Navy and Aerospace Force fighters of the IRGC destroyed several depots of weapons and spare parts for enemy ships and aircraft at Sheikh Isa base in Bahrain a few hours ago.”

The military report also said they “attacked the ramp where enemy MQ‐9 drones were deployed at Ali al Salem base in Kuwait, destroying or damaging several of them.”

Iran: The Strait of Hormuz will remain closed until “the evils of the United States” end

The IRGC announced that the strategic waterway will remain closed until U.S. actions cease, the military body said in a Tuesday statement. The force claimed that the U.S. attacked Iranian bases “under the pretext of targeting offending ships” attempting to transit the strait “to hide its defeat and incapacity.”

The IRGC added that “no ship dared to violate [the Iranian blockade] or to accompany the United States,” and that consequently “there were naturally no impacts” during the operation.

White House: “Divisions in Iran show the success of Trump’s policy”

White House deputy chief of staff Stephen Miller said internal divisions among Iran’s leaders demonstrate the success of President Donald Trump’s policy toward Tehran. Miller made the remarks in an interview with Fox News.

The U.S. official said Iranian leadership currently faces “huge fissures the size of cannons” after decades of unity. Miller reiterated that the United States urges Iran to back a peace program and abandon its nuclear ambitions.

Pezeshkian vowed to defend “every inch” of Iran amid new escalation with the U.S.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said his country will defend “every inch” of its territory amid rising tensions with the United States, after U.S. President Donald Trump claimed to have eliminated much of Iran’s military capabilities. “We will defend every inch of our homeland with our actions,” Pezeshkian said in an interview with state television.

The president’s remarks came amid growing hostilities, after the United States launched strikes in southern Iran following Iranian attacks on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran in turn launched missiles and drones at U.S. targets in the region.

“His rhetoric continues, but the question is: have they achieved their objectives on the battlefield?” Pezeshkian challenged, referring to Trump’s statements and U.S. military actions.

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U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) reported in the early hours of Wednesday the end of its fourth wave of strikes against Iran and announced the resumption of a naval blockade of Iranian ports and coasts, a measure that had been suspended during the negotiations that led to the signing of the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding. U.S. President Donald Trump declared that agreement terminated.

In response, Iran launched new attacks against U.S. military bases in Jordan, Bahrain and Kuwait. The Jordanian Army reported that its air defense systems intercepted and shot down three Iranian ballistic missiles, while Bahrain and Kuwait announced response operations.

Before the latest escalation, Trump warned that he would order attacks against Iran’s strategic infrastructure if Tehran did not agree to negotiate a ceasefire. “We will put all their power plants out of operation. We will put all their bridges out of operation, unless they sit at the table and negotiate,” he said.

The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said the Strait of Hormuz, through which about 20% of the world’s traded oil and gas passes, will remain closed until U.S. military actions cease.

Below is the minute-by-minute coverage:

Oil rises again amid military escalation in the Middle East

U.S. benchmark crude (WTI) rose $0.86 to $80.20 per barrel, while Brent, the international benchmark, advanced $1.15 to $85.88 per barrel.

On Tuesday, oil closed up 2% and reached a one-month high, driven by attacks that worsened supply problems in the Strait of Hormuz.

“Brent and WTI have made upward corrections in line with the escalation of attacks, but the size of the move will likely moderate now as the market waits to see any shift in posture from the U.S. and Iran,” said June Goh, senior oil market analyst at Sparta Commodities, in an interview with Reuters.

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U.S. killed seven military personnel in attacks in southeastern Iran

The Iranian Army announced it will respond to the attack on the Bambour barracks in Iranshahr, calling it “a cowardly aggression.” “A decisive response will be given to this crime at the appropriate time,” the statement cited by Tasnim agency said.

According to the military’s information, 13 U.S. missiles struck facilities in the Bambour barracks, killing seven members of the 388th Brigade and leaving several wounded. The Army said “passive defense measures” limited the number of casualties.

The statement claimed the U.S. strikes “aimed to cause as many casualties as possible,” targeting a guesthouse, guard posts and accommodation areas on the base.

Death confirmed of an Indian sailor missing after an attack off Oman

An Indian national who had been missing after the attack on the merchant vessel GFS Galaxy off the coast of Oman died, his father-in-law confirmed on Wednesday, according to Reuters. Of the 11 Indian crew members aboard, 10 were rescued, the Indian Ministry of External Affairs said on Sunday.

Former Iranian foreign minister urged a ground attack on a U.S. base and taking hostages

Former Iranian Foreign Minister Manouchehr Mottaki proposed launching a ground offensive against a U.S. military base in the Middle East and taking hostages to bring them to Iranian territory.

“My proposal is to launch a ground attack against one of the U.S. bases in the region, capture 100 Americans and take them to Iran,” Mottaki said. He is currently a member of the Iranian parliament.

Marco Rubio and the Jordanian foreign minister discussed Iranian attacks on vessels in the Middle East

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said he met with Jordan’s Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi to address regional security issues, including “the ongoing attacks by Iran against vessels and countries in the region.”

UN Security Council voted to continue monitoring Houthi attacks in the Red Sea

The UN Security Council approved a resolution extending UN monitoring of Houthi attacks in the Red Sea for six months.

The measure, supported by thirteen votes in favor with China and Russia abstaining, requires the UN Secretary-General to present monthly reports to the Council on the situation.

The Yemeni Houthi rebel group began its attacks on vessels in the Red Sea at the end of 2023, saying it targeted ships linked to Israel in response to the conflict in Gaza.

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Ships linked to Iran left the Strait of Hormuz before the U.S. blockade

On Tuesday there was an increase in the number of ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz, most linked to Iran’s trade, ahead of the U.S. blockade set to take effect on Wednesday, according to shipping data. Kpler records indicate that nine of the eleven ships that crossed the route that day used the Iranian route.

Among the vessels entering the strait were three empty tankers: one Aframax and two very large crude carriers. For departures, the data show that a VLCC carried 2 million barrels of crude oil, while a medium tanker transported refined products and two additional ships moved liquefied petroleum gas.

The commercial flow also included a methanol tanker and a bulk carrier with iron ore, both departing the Gulf on Tuesday.

Jordanian Army said it shot down three missiles launched by Iran

The Jordanian Army reported that its air defense systems intercepted and shot down three ballistic missiles that entered Jordanian airspace from Iranian territory. In an official statement, authorities detailed that teams from the Royal Engineering Corps managed the debris from the fallen missiles at different locations, following established technical and safety protocols, and secured the affected areas to protect the population and property.

“The Jordanian Armed Forces reject any violation of the Kingdom’s sovereignty or the use of its airspace to threaten its security and stability,” the military authorities said, stressing that they maintain air surveillance at the highest level of readiness.

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Iran’s Revolutionary Guard attacked Gulf countries after the CENTCOM operation

The Iranian Army announced in the early hours of Wednesday new drone strikes against U.S. military facilities in the Middle East amid the latest military escalation between Tehran and Washington. According to a statement released by Tasnim, an agency linked to the Revolutionary Guard, the Al Azraq airbase in Jordan, which housed F-18 fighters, accommodations and U.S. equipment storage, was attacked with drones.

The military defended the operation called “Lightning” and stated that “the era of the slap in the face is over and any action against the land, waters and skies of this historic country will not go unanswered or without a proportional cost.”

In addition, the Revolutionary Guard reported attacks by its Navy and Aerospace Force against a U.S. depot at the Shaikh Isa base in Bahrain and against U.S. drones at the Ali al Salem base in Kuwait. The statement said, “In a simultaneous operation with missiles and drones, fighters from the Navy and Aerospace Force of the Revolutionary Guard destroyed several warehouses of weapons and spare parts for enemy ships and aircraft at the Shaikh Isa base in Bahrain a few hours ago.”

The military report also noted that “they also attacked the ramp where enemy MQ-9 drones were deployed at the Ali al Salem base in Kuwait, destroying or damaging several of them.”

Iran: the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed until “America’s evils end”

The Revolutionary Guard of Iran announced that the strategic waterway will remain closed until U.S. actions cease, according to a statement released on Tuesday. The military organization said the U.S. Army attacked Iranian bases “under the pretext of striking offending ships” attempting to transit the strait, “to hide its defeat and incapacity.”

The statement emphasized that “no ship dared to violate [the Iranian blockade] or to accompany the United States,” and added that, as a result, “there were naturally no impacts” during the operation.

White House: “Divisions in Iran demonstrate the success of Trump’s policy”

White House Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller said that internal divisions among Iran’s regime leaders reflect the success of President Donald Trump’s policy toward Tehran. Miller made the remarks in an interview with Fox News.

According to the U.S. official, Iran’s leadership currently faces “huge fissures the size of cannons” after decades of unity. Miller insisted that the United States urges Iran to support a peace program and abandon its nuclear ambitions.

Pezeshkian said he will defend “every inch” of Iran amid new escalation with the U.S.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said his country will defend “every inch” of its territory amid rising tensions with the United States, after U.S. President Donald Trump said he had eliminated most of Iran’s military capabilities. “We will defend every inch of our homeland with our actions,” Pezeshkian said in an interview with state television.

The statements by the Iranian head of state came in a context of growing hostilities, after the United States launched strikes in southern Iran following Tehran’s attacks on commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz. In response, Iran launched missiles and drones against U.S. targets in the region.

“His rhetoric continues, but the question is: have they achieved their objectives on the battlefield?” Pezeshkian challenged, referring to Trump’s statements and U.S. military actions.

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U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) reported early Wednesday the end of its fourth wave of bombings against Iran and announced the resumption of a naval blockade of Iranian ports and coasts, a measure that had been suspended during negotiations that led to the signing of the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding. U.S. President Donald Trump declared that agreement terminated.

In response, Iran launched new attacks on U.S. military bases in Jordan, Bahrain and Kuwait. The Jordanian military reported that its air defense systems intercepted and shot down three Iranian ballistic missiles, while Bahrain and Kuwait announced responsive operations.

Prior to the latest escalation, Trump warned he would order strikes on Iran’s strategic infrastructure if Tehran did not agree to negotiate a ceasefire. “We will put all their power plants out of action. We will put all their bridges out of action, unless they sit down at the table and negotiate,” he said.

Meanwhile, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said the Strait of Hormuz, through which about 20% of the world’s traded oil and gas passes, will remain closed until U.S. military actions cease.

Below is minute-by-minute coverage:

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U.S. forces killed seven military personnel in strikes in southeastern Iran

The Iranian Army announced it will respond to the attack on the Bambour barracks in Iranshahr, describing it as “a cowardly aggression.” “A decisive response will be given to this crime at the appropriate time,” the statement quoted by Tasnim news agency said.

According to the military statement, 13 U.S. missiles struck facilities in the Bambour barracks, causing the deaths of seven members of the 388th Brigade and leaving several wounded. The Army said “passive defense measures” limited the number of casualties.

The statement claimed the U.S. strikes “aimed to cause as many casualties as possible,” targeting a guesthouse, guard posts and accommodation areas on the base.

Death confirmed of an Indian sailor missing after an attack off Oman

An Indian national who had been missing after the attack on the merchant vessel GFS Galaxy off the coast of Oman has died, his father-in-law confirmed Wednesday, according to Reuters. Of the 11 Indian crew members on board, 10 were rescued, India’s Ministry of External Affairs reported on Sunday.

Former Iranian foreign minister urged a ground attack on a U.S. base and taking hostages

Former Iranian Foreign Minister Manouchehr Mottaki proposed launching a ground offensive against a U.S. military base in the Middle East and taking hostages to bring them to Iranian territory.

“My proposal is to launch a ground attack on one of the U.S. bases in the region, capture 100 Americans and take them to Iran,” Mottaki, now a member of the Iranian parliament, said.

Marco Rubio and Jordan’s foreign minister discussed Iranian attacks on vessels in the Middle East

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said he met with Jordan’s foreign minister, Ayman Safadi, to address regional security issues, including “the ongoing Iranian attacks on vessels and countries in the region.”

UN Security Council voted to continue monitoring Houthi attacks in the Red Sea

The UN Security Council approved a resolution extending UN monitoring of Houthi attacks in the Red Sea for six months.

The measure, supported by 13 votes in favor with China and Russia abstaining, requires the UN Secretary-General to present monthly reports to the Council on the situation.

The Yemeni Houthi rebel group began attacks on vessels in the Red Sea in late 2023, saying their targets were ships linked to Israel in response to the conflict in Gaza.

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Vessels linked to Iran left the Strait of Hormuz before the U.S. blockade

On Tuesday there was an increase in the number of vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz, most linked to Iranian trade, before the U.S. blockade scheduled to take effect Wednesday, according to shipping data. Kpler records show that nine of the eleven ships that crossed the route that day did so via the Iranian lane.

Among the vessels entering the strait were three empty tankers: one Aframax-type tanker and two larger vessels. Regarding departures, the data indicate a VLCC carried 2 million barrels of crude oil, a medium-sized tanker carried refined products, and two additional vessels transported liquefied petroleum gas.

The commercial flow also included a tanker loaded with methanol and a bulk carrier with iron ore, both departing the Gulf on Tuesday.

Jordanian Army said it shot down three missiles launched by Iran

The Jordanian Army reported that its air defense systems intercepted and shot down three ballistic missiles that entered Jordanian airspace from Iranian territory. In an official statement, authorities said Royal Engineers teams handled the missile debris found at various locations, following established technical and safety protocols, and secured the affected areas to protect the population and property.

“The Jordanian Armed Forces reject any violation of the Kingdom’s sovereignty or the use of its airspace to threaten its security and stability,” the military authorities said, adding that they maintain aerial surveillance at the highest state of readiness.

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The Islamic Revolutionary Guard struck Gulf countries after CENTCOM operation

The Iranian military announced early Wednesday new drone strikes against U.S. military installations in the Middle East amid the latest military escalation between Tehran and Washington. In a statement distributed by Tasnim, an agency linked to the Revolutionary Guard, the Al Azraq air base in Jordan — where F-18 fighters, accommodations and U.S. equipment depots were located — was attacked with drones.

The military defended the operation called “Lightning” and declared that “the era of slap-in-the-face strikes is over and any action against the land, waters and skies of this historic country will not go unanswered or without a proportional cost.”

In addition, the IRGC reported attacks by its Navy and Aerospace Force on a U.S. warehouse at Bahrain’s Sheikh Isa base and on U.S. drones at Kuwait’s Ali al Salem base. According to the statement, “in a simultaneous operation using missiles and drones, Navy and Aerospace Force fighters of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps destroyed several weapons and spare parts depots for enemy ships and aircraft at the Sheikh Isa base in Bahrain a few hours ago.”

The military communique also highlighted that “they also struck the ramp where enemy MQ-9 drones were deployed at Ali al Salem base in Kuwait, destroying or damaging several of them.”

Iran: the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed until “U.S. harms end”

The Revolutionary Guard announced that the strategic waterway will remain closed until U.S. actions cease, according to a statement released Tuesday. The military organization claimed that the U.S. Army attacked Iranian bases “under the pretext of striking offending ships” trying to transit the strait “to hide its defeat and incapacity.”

The statement emphasized that “no ship dared to violate [the Iranian blockade] or to accompany the United States,” and added that, as a result, “there were naturally no impacts” during the operation.

White House: “Divisions in Iran show the success of Trump’s policy”

White House Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller said internal divisions among Iran’s leaders reflect the success of President Donald Trump’s policy toward Tehran. Miller made the remarks in an interview with Fox News.

The U.S. official said Iran’s leadership is currently facing “huge fissures the size of cannons” after decades of unity. Miller insisted that the United States urges Iran to support a peace program and abandon its nuclear ambitions.

Pezeshkian vowed to defend “every inch” of Iran amid renewed escalation with the U.S.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said his country will defend “every inch” of its territory amid rising tensions with the United States, after U.S. President Donald Trump said he had eliminated much of Iran’s military capabilities. “We will defend every inch of our homeland with our actions,” Pezeshkian said in an interview with state television.

The president’s comments came in a context of growing hostilities, after the United States carried out bombings in southern Iran following Tehran’s attacks on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. In response, Iran launched missiles and drones at U.S. targets in the region.

“Their rhetoric continues, but the question is: have they achieved their objectives on the battlefield?” Pezeshkian asked, referring to Trump’s statements and U.S. military actions.

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The United States Central Command (CENTCOM) reported in the early hours of Wednesday that it had concluded its fourth wave of bombings against Iran and announced the resumption of a naval blockade of Iranian ports and coasts, a measure that had been suspended during negotiations that led to the signing of the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding. U.S. President Donald Trump declared that agreement terminated.

In response, Iran launched new attacks against U.S. military bases in Jordan, Bahrain and Kuwait. The Jordanian Army reported that its air defense systems intercepted and shot down three Iranian ballistic missiles, while Bahrain and Kuwait announced response operations.

Prior to the latest escalation, Trump warned he would order strikes on Iran’s strategic infrastructure if Tehran did not agree to negotiate a ceasefire. “We are going to put all their power plants out of action. We are going to put all their bridges out of action, unless they sit down at the table and negotiate,” he said.

Meanwhile, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) stated that the Strait of Hormuz, through which about 20% of the world’s traded oil and gas passes, would remain closed until U.S. military actions cease.

Below is minute-by-minute coverage:

U.S. killed seven servicemembers in attacks in southeastern Iran

The Iranian Army announced it will respond to the attack on the Bambour barracks in Iranshahr, calling it “a cowardly aggression.” “A decisive response will be given to this crime at the appropriate time,” the statement said, cited by the Tasnim news agency.

According to the military, 13 U.S. missiles struck facilities at the Bambour barracks, killing seven members of the 388th Brigade and leaving several others injured. The Army said “passive defense measures” limited the number of casualties.

The statement claimed the U.S. strikes “aimed to cause as many casualties as possible,” targeting a guesthouse, guard posts and accommodation areas at the base.

Death confirmed of an Indian sailor missing after attack off Oman

An Indian national who had been missing following the attack on the merchant ship GFS Galaxy off the coast of Oman has died, his father-in-law confirmed on Wednesday, according to Reuters. Of the 11 Indian crew members aboard, 10 were rescued, India’s Ministry of External Affairs reported on Sunday.

Former Iranian foreign minister urged ground attack on a U.S. base and taking hostages

Former Iranian Foreign Minister Manouchehr Mottaki proposed mounting a ground offensive against a U.S. military base in the Middle East and seizing hostages to bring them to Iranian territory.

“My proposal is to launch a ground attack on one of the U.S. bases in the region, capture 100 Americans and take them to Iran,” Mottaki, now a member of Iran’s parliament, said.

Marco Rubio and Jordanian foreign minister discussed Iranian attacks on ships in the Middle East

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said he met with Jordanian Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi to discuss regional security issues, including “the ongoing Iranian attacks on vessels and countries in the region.”

UN Security Council voted to continue monitoring Houthi attacks in the Red Sea

The UN Security Council adopted a resolution extending UN monitoring of Houthi attacks in the Red Sea for six months.

The measure was approved with 13 votes in favor and abstentions from China and Russia. It requires the UN Secretary-General to submit monthly reports to the Council on the situation.

The Yemeni Houthi rebel group began attacking vessels in the Red Sea at the end of 2023, saying it was targeting ships linked to Israel in response to the conflict in Gaza.

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Ships linked to Iran left the Strait of Hormuz before the U.S. blockade

On Tuesday there was an increase in the number of vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz, most linked to Iranian trade, ahead of a U.S. blockade set to take effect Wednesday, according to shipping data. Kpler records show that nine of the eleven ships that crossed that day used the Iranian route.

Among the vessels entering the strait were three empty tankers: one Aframax and two very large crude carriers. On departures, data indicate a VLCC carried 2 million barrels of crude oil, a medium tanker transported refined products, and two additional vessels moved liquefied petroleum gas.

Commercial traffic also included a tanker loaded with methanol and a bulk carrier carrying iron ore, both departing the Gulf on Tuesday.

Jordanian Army said it shot down three missiles launched by Iran

The Jordanian Army reported that its air defense systems intercepted and shot down three ballistic missiles that entered Jordanian airspace from Iranian territory. In an official statement, authorities said Royal Engineers teams handled missile debris at various locations, following technical and safety protocols, and secured the affected areas to protect people and property.

“The Jordanian Armed Forces reject any violation of the Kingdom’s sovereignty or the use of its airspace to threaten its security and stability,” the military said, adding that it maintains air surveillance at the highest state of readiness.

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Iran’s Revolutionary Guard attacked Gulf countries following CENTCOM operation

The Iranian military announced in the early hours of Wednesday that it carried out new drone strikes against U.S. military installations in the Middle East amid the latest escalation between Tehran and Washington. In a statement distributed by the Tasnim agency, linked to the IRGC, the Al Azraq airbase in Jordan — where F-18s, accommodations and U.S. equipment depots were located — was struck by drones.

The military defended the operation, named “Lightning,” and declared that “the era of slaps in the face is over and any action against the soil, waters or skies of this historic country will not go unanswered or without a proportional cost.”

The IRGC also reported that its Navy and Aerospace Force attacked a U.S. depot at the Sheij Isa base in Bahrain and targeted U.S. drones at the Ali al Salem base in Kuwait. According to the statement, “in a simultaneous operation with missiles and drones, Navy and Aerospace Force fighters of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps destroyed several depots of weapons and spare parts for enemy ships and aircraft at the Sheij Isa base in Bahrain a few hours ago.”

The military bulletin also noted that “they attacked the ramp where enemy MQ-9 drones were deployed at the Ali al Salem base in Kuwait, destroying or damaging several of them.”

Iran: the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed until “the evils of the United States” end

The Revolutionary Guard of Iran announced that the strategic waterway will remain closed until U.S. actions cease, according to a statement released on Tuesday. The military said the U.S. attacked Iranian bases “under the pretext of striking offending vessels” to hide its defeat and incapacity.

In the text, the IRGC emphasized that “no ship dared to violate [the Iranian blockade] or to accompany the United States,” and added that, as a result, “naturally there were no impacts” during the operation.

White House: “Divisions in Iran demonstrate the success of Trump’s policy”

White House Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller said internal divisions among leaders of the Iranian regime demonstrate the success of President Donald Trump’s policy toward Tehran. Miller made the remarks in an interview with Fox News.

According to the U.S. official, Iran’s leadership currently faces “huge fissures the size of cannons” after decades of unity. Miller reiterated that the United States urges Iran to support a peace program and abandon its nuclear ambitions.

Pezeshkian said he will defend “every inch” of Iran amid renewed tensions with the U.S.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said his country will defend “every inch” of its territory amid rising tensions with the United States, after U.S. President Donald Trump said he had eliminated most of Iran’s military capabilities. “We will defend every inch of our homeland with our actions,” Pezeshkian said in an interview with state television.

The president’s remarks came amid growing hostilities, after the United States launched strikes in southern Iran following Tehran’s attacks on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. In response, Iran launched missiles and drones against U.S. targets in the region.

“His rhetoric continues, but the question is: have they achieved their objectives on the battlefield?” Pezeshkian challenged, referring to Trump’s statements and U.S. military actions.

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The United States Central Command (CENTCOM) reported early Wednesday that it had completed a fourth wave of strikes against Iran and announced the resumption of a naval blockade on Iranian ports and coasts, a measure that had been suspended during the negotiations that produced the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding. U.S. President Donald Trump declared that agreement void.

In response, Iran launched new attacks against U.S. military bases in Jordan, Bahrain and Kuwait. The Jordanian military said its air defense systems intercepted and downed three Iranian ballistic missiles, while Bahrain and Kuwait reported carrying out response operations.

Before the latest escalation, Trump warned he would order strikes against Iran’s strategic infrastructure if Tehran did not agree to negotiate a ceasefire. “We are going to put all their power plants out of commission. We are going to put all their bridges out of commission, unless they sit down at the table and negotiate,” he said.

For its part, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) stated that the Strait of Hormuz, through which about 20% of the world’s traded oil and gas passes, will remain closed until U.S. military actions cease.

Below, minute-by-minute coverage:

US killed seven servicemembers in strikes in southeastern Iran

The Iranian Army said it will respond to the strike on the Bambour barracks in Iranshahr, calling it “a cowardly aggression.” “A decisive response will be delivered for this crime at the appropriate time,” the statement quoted by the Tasnim news agency said.

According to the military statement, 13 U.S. missiles struck facilities in the Bambour barracks, killing seven members of the 388th Brigade and wounding several others. The Army said “passive defense measures” limited the number of casualties.

The communique said the U.S. strikes “were intended to cause as many casualties as possible,” targeting a guesthouse, guard posts and living areas on the base.

Death of an Indian sailor missing after attack off Oman confirmed

An Indian national who had been missing after the attack on the merchant vessel GFS Galaxy off the coast of Oman has died, his father-in-law confirmed on Wednesday, Reuters reported. Of the 11 Indian crew members aboard, 10 were rescued, the Indian Ministry of External Affairs said on Sunday.

Former Iranian foreign minister urged ground attack on a US base and taking hostages

Former Iranian foreign minister Manouchehr Mottaki proposed mounting a ground offensive against a U.S. military base in the Middle East and seizing hostages to bring back to Iranian territory.

“My proposal is to launch a ground attack on one of the U.S. bases in the region, capture 100 Americans and take them to Iran,” Mottaki, now a member of parliament, said.

Marco Rubio and Jordan’s foreign minister discussed Iranian attacks on ships in the Middle East

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said he met with Jordanian Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi to discuss regional security issues, including “Iran’s continued attacks against vessels and countries in the region.”

UN Security Council voted to continue monitoring Houthi attacks in the Red Sea

The UN Security Council approved a resolution extending UN monitoring of Houthi attacks in the Red Sea for six months.

The measure, supported by 13 votes in favor with China and Russia abstaining, requires the UN secretary-general to provide monthly briefings to the Council on the situation.

The Yemeni Houthi rebel group began attacking vessels in the Red Sea in late 2023, saying it was targeting ships linked to Israel in response to the conflict in Gaza.

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Vessels linked to Iran left the Strait of Hormuz ahead of the US blockade

On Tuesday there was an increase in the number of ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz—most linked to Iranian trade—before the U.S. blockade was set to take effect on Wednesday, according to maritime shipping data. Kpler records show nine of the eleven vessels that crossed that day used the Iranian route.

Among the ships that entered the strait were three empty tankers: one Aframax and two larger tankers. On departures, data indicate a VLCC carried 2 million barrels of crude oil, a medium tanker transported refined products, and two other vessels moved liquefied petroleum gas.

The commercial flow also included a tanker loaded with methanol and a bulk carrier carrying iron ore, both departing the Gulf on Tuesday.

The Jordanian Army said it shot down three missiles launched by Iran

The Jordanian Army said its air defense systems intercepted and shot down three ballistic missiles that entered Jordanian airspace from Iranian territory. In an official statement, authorities said teams from the Royal Corps of Engineers managed the debris from the downed missiles at various locations, following technical and safety protocols, and secured the affected areas to protect people and property.

“The Jordanian Armed Forces reject any violation of the Kingdom’s sovereignty or the use of its airspace to threaten its security and stability,” the military said, adding that they maintain air surveillance at the highest state of readiness.

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Iran’s Revolutionary Guard struck Gulf countries after the CENTCOM operation

The Iranian military announced new drone strikes against U.S. military installations in the Middle East early Wednesday, amid the latest military escalation between Tehran and Washington. In a statement released by Tasnim, an agency linked to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, the Al Azraq airbase in Jordan—where F-18 fighters, barracks and U.S. equipment depots were located—was attacked with drones.

The military defended the operation, named ‘Lightning,’ and declared that “the era of slap-in-the-face strikes is over” and that any action against the country’s land, waters or airspace “will not go unanswered or without a proportional cost.”

The IRGC also reported naval and aerospace strikes on a U.S. depot at Bahrain’s Sheikh Isa base and on U.S. drones at Kuwait’s Ali Al Salem base. According to the statement, “in a simultaneous operation with missiles and drones, naval and aerospace fighters of the IRGC destroyed several weapon and spare-parts depots for enemy ships and aircraft at Sheikh Isa base in Bahrain a few hours ago.”

The military bulletin added that “they also struck the ramp where enemy MQ-9 drones were deployed at Ali Al Salem base in Kuwait, destroying or damaging several of them.”

Iran: the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed until “the evils of the United States” end

The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps announced that the strategic waterway will remain closed until U.S. actions cease, according to a statement released Tuesday. The military said the U.S. attacked Iranian bases “under the pretext of striking infringing vessels” attempting to transit the strait “to hide their defeat and incapacity.”

The IRGC emphasized that “no ship dared to breach [the Iranian blockade] or accompany the United States,” and added that, as a result, “naturally there were no hits” during the operation.

White House: “Divisions in Iran demonstrate the success of Trump’s policy”

White House Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller said internal divisions among Iran’s leaders reflect the success of President Donald Trump’s policy toward Tehran. Miller made the remarks in an interview with Fox News.

According to the U.S. official, Iran’s leadership is currently experiencing “huge fissures the size of cannons” after decades of unity. Miller insisted that the United States urges Iran to support a peace program and abandon its nuclear ambitions.

Pezeshkian said he will defend “every inch” of Iran amid new escalation with the US

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said his country will defend “every inch” of its territory amid rising tensions with the United States, after U.S. President Donald Trump claimed to have eliminated much of Iran’s military capabilities. “We will defend every inch of our homeland with our actions,” Pezeshkian said in an interview with state television.

The president’s remarks came in a context of escalating hostilities, after the United States launched strikes in southern Iran following Tehran’s attacks on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. In response, Iran launched missiles and drones at U.S. targets in the region.

“Their rhetoric continues, but the question is: have they achieved their objectives on the battlefield?” Pezeshkian challenged, referring to Trump’s statements and U.S. military actions.

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U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) reported in the early hours of Wednesday the end of its fourth wave of strikes against Iran and announced the resumption of a naval blockade of Iranian ports and coasts, a measure that had been suspended during the negotiations that produced the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding. U.S. President Donald Trump declared that agreement terminated.

In response, Iran launched new attacks against U.S. military bases in Jordan, Bahrain and Kuwait. The Jordanian Army reported that its air defense systems intercepted and shot down three Iranian ballistic missiles, while Bahrain and Kuwait announced response operations.

Prior to the latest escalation, Trump warned he would order strikes against Iran’s strategic infrastructure if Tehran refused to negotiate a ceasefire. “We will put all their power plants out of action. We will put all their bridges out of action, unless they sit down at the table and negotiate,” he said.

The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) stated that the Strait of Hormuz, through which about 20% of the world’s traded oil and gas flows, will remain closed until U.S. military actions cease.

Below is minute-by-minute coverage:

U.S. killed seven servicemen in strikes in southeastern Iran

The Iranian Army said it will respond to the strike on the Bambour barracks in Iranshahr, calling the attack “a cowardly aggression.” “A decisive response will be given to this crime at the appropriate time,” the statement quoted by Tasnim agency said.

According to the military, 13 U.S. missiles struck facilities at the Bambour barracks, killing seven members of Brigade 388 and wounding several others. The Army said passive defense measures limited the number of casualties.

The statement asserted that the U.S. strikes “aimed to cause as many casualties as possible,” targeting a guesthouse, guard posts and accommodation areas at the base.

Death of an Indian sailor missing after attack off Oman confirmed

An Indian national who had been missing after the attack on the merchant vessel GFS Galaxy off the coast of Oman has died, his father-in-law confirmed on Wednesday, Reuters reported. Of the 11 Indian crew members aboard, 10 were rescued, India’s Ministry of External Affairs said on Sunday.

Former Iranian foreign minister called for a ground attack on a U.S. base and taking hostages

Former Iranian foreign minister Manouchehr Mottaki proposed mounting a ground offensive against a U.S. military base in the Middle East and taking hostages to bring them into Iranian territory.

“My proposal is to launch a ground attack on one of the U.S. bases in the region, capture 100 Americans and bring them to Iran,” Mottaki, now a member of parliament, said.

Marco Rubio and Jordan’s foreign minister discussed Iranian attacks on vessels in the Middle East

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said he met with Jordan’s foreign minister, Ayman Safadi, to discuss regional security issues, including “Iran’s ongoing attacks against vessels and countries in the region.”

UN Security Council voted to continue monitoring Houthi attacks in the Red Sea

The UN Security Council approved a resolution extending UN monitoring of Houthi attacks in the Red Sea for six months.

The measure was adopted with thirteen votes in favor and abstentions from China and Russia, and it requires the UN secretary-general to present monthly reports to the Council on the situation.

The Houthi rebel group from Yemen began attacks on vessels in the Red Sea in late 2023, saying it was targeting ships linked to Israel in response to the conflict in Gaza.

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Vessels linked to Iran left the Strait of Hormuz before the U.S. blockade

On Tuesday there was an increase in the number of ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz, most linked to Iranian trade, ahead of the U.S. blockade scheduled to take effect Wednesday, according to shipping data. Kpler records show nine of the eleven ships that crossed that day used the Iranian route.

Among the inbound vessels were three empty tankers: one Aframax and two large tankers. On the departures side, data indicate a VLCC carried 2 million barrels of crude oil, a medium tanker transported refined products, and two additional ships moved liquefied petroleum gas.

The commercial flow also included a methanol tanker and a bulk carrier loaded with iron ore, both departing the Gulf on Tuesday.

Jordanian Army said it shot down three missiles launched by Iran

The Jordanian Army reported that its air defense systems intercepted and destroyed three ballistic missiles that entered Jordanian airspace from Iranian territory. In an official statement, authorities said units from the Royal Corps of Engineers handled the missile debris in various locations, following technical and safety protocols, and secured the affected areas to protect the population and property.

“The Jordanian Armed Forces reject any violation of the Kingdom’s sovereignty or the use of its airspace to threaten its security and stability,” the military said, adding that it maintains air surveillance at the highest level of readiness.

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The Islamic Revolutionary Guard attacked Gulf countries after the CENTCOM operation

The Iranian Army announced new drone strikes on U.S. military facilities in the Middle East in the early hours of Wednesday amid the latest military escalation between Tehran and Washington. In a statement carried by Tasnim, a news agency linked to the IRGC, the Al Azraq airbase in Jordan—where F‐18 fighters, accommodations and U.S. equipment depots were located—was attacked with drones.

The military defended the operation, named “Lightning,” saying “the era of punches in the face is over” and that any action against the country’s land, waters or airspace will not go unanswered and will incur a proportional cost.

The IRGC also reported that its Navy and Aerospace Force struck a U.S. warehouse at the Sheij Isa base in Bahrain and targeted U.S. drones at the Ali al Salem base in Kuwait. According to the statement, “in a simultaneous missile and drone operation, Navy and Aerospace Force fighters of the IRGC destroyed several ammunition and spare-parts depots for enemy ships and aircraft at the Sheij Isa base in Bahrain.”

The military communique added that “they also attacked the ramp where enemy MQ‐9 drones were deployed at the Ali al Salem base in Kuwait, destroying or damaging several of them.”

Iran: the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed until “U.S. harms end”

The IRGC announced that the strategic waterway will remain closed until U.S. actions cease, the organization said in a statement released Tuesday. The military accused the U.S. of attacking Iranian bases “under the pretext of striking offending vessels” attempting to transit the strait, “to hide its defeat and incapacity.”

The IRGC added that “no ship dared to violate [the Iranian blockade] or accompany the United States,” and therefore “naturally there were no hits” during the operation.

White House: “Divisions in Iran demonstrate the success of Trump’s policy”

White House deputy chief of staff Stephen Miller said internal divisions among Iran’s leaders reflect the success of President Donald Trump’s policy toward Tehran. Miller made the remarks in an interview with Fox News.

According to the U.S. official, Iran’s leadership is currently facing “huge fissures the size of cannons” after decades of unity. Miller insisted the United States urges Iran to support a peace program and abandon its nuclear ambitions.

Pezeshkian vowed to defend “every inch” of Iran amid new escalation with the U.S.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said his country will defend “every inch” of its territory amid rising tensions with the United States, after U.S. President Donald Trump said he had neutralized much of Iran’s military capabilities. “We will defend every inch of our homeland with our actions,” Pezeshkian said in an interview with state television.

The president’s comments came amid escalating hostilities after the United States carried out strikes in southern Iran following Iranian attacks on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. In response, Iran launched missiles and drones against U.S. targets in the region.

“Their rhetoric continues, but the question is: have they achieved their objectives on the battlefield?” Pezeshkian challenged, referring to Trump’s statements and U.S. military actions.

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