US lifts its naval blockade of Iran
According to CENTCOM, US forces have lifted the blockade of Iranian ports, allowing transport vessels to navigate freely along the Iranian coast.
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US and Iran exchange strikes across Middle East at night
The United States and Iran have exchanged strikes across the Middle East for a second consecutive day, further straining an already shaky ceasefire agreed between the two countries in April.
US military facing funding shortage
The Pentagon is facing a budget squeeze over military operations, primarily Operation Epic Fury, that were not planned for the fiscal year 2026 budget, Fox News reported, citing U.S. Army officials.
Iranian Navy targets US destroyer in Gulf of Oman
Iran’s Navy said that it targeted a U.S. destroyer in the Gulf of Oman on Wednesday that it described as the “command-and-control center” behind American attacks against Iranian commercial vessels.
Pentagon considers withdrawing US bases from Persian Gulf
The US may completely close several bases in the region rather than rebuild them
Replenishing US advanced weapons stockpiles used in Iran war to take years
The Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) said it will take years to replenish the advanced weapons used by the U.S. during the Iran war.
US strikes targets in southern Iran
The U.S. military struck a number of targets in southern Iran, Fox News reported, citing Tim Hawkins, a primary spokesperson for U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM).
US releases statistics on naval blockade of Iran
According to the US Army's Middle East headquarters, US forces prevented 70 tankers and 62 other vessels from either departing from or entering Iranian ports throughout the 26 days of the naval blockade.
Israel ready to resume large-scale operation against Iran - General Staff
According to Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) is on heightened alert and may resume military action against Iran.
Trump to Congress: war against Iran is over
US President Donald Trump told congressional leaders that "hostilities" with Iran have "terminated," addressing a critical 60-day deadline under a law meant to limit the unauthorized use of military force.
Iran declares its readiness to launch unprecedented military response to US naval blockade
The Iranian military stands ready to initiate strikes should Washington persist with the blockade of Iranian ports. The Iranian Armed Forces are equipped for an "unprecedented response".
US may strike Iranian military facilities in Strait of Hormuz
The Pentagon is considering an operation in the Strait of Hormuz. The US intends to destroy Iranian military vessels and eliminate the threat from the shore.
Iranian cargo vessel seized by US military - CENTCOM
An Iranian cargo vessel that was seized earlier by the U.S. forces was traveling en route to the Iranian port of Bandar Abbas, the U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) reported.
US deploys 10,000 troops to Middle East
The Pentagon has opted to enhance its military presence in the Middle East amid ongoing negotiations with Iran. Media sources indicate that Washington plans to leverage this military strength to influence Tehran's position.
US begins blockade of Strait of Hormuz
The US military has commenced the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, fulfilling a commitment made by President Donald Trump the previous day.
Trump warns of consequences if Iran fails to comply with deal
U.S. President Donald Trump said that U.S. ships, aircraft and personnel with additional ammunition and weaponry will remain in place around Iran until the “real agreement” on a ceasefire “is fully complied with”, warning of more conflict otherwise.
Trump may replace Pentagon chief over Iran - report
U.S. President Donald Trump could fire Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth if things in Iran keep going south, the Hurriyet newspaper reported.
Iran deploys cameras to track US and Israeli aircraft - media
Iran's air defense system uses advanced cameras designed to monitor American and Israeli aircraft. These cameras are covert and resistant to destruction.
US special forces enter Iran to rescue downed airman
U.S. special forces are operating in Iran to extract a missing crew member of a downed fighter jet, The Telegraph reported.
US may gain access to Iran's enriched uranium reserves - report
The U.S. military has briefed President Donald Trump on a highly complex special operations plan to extract nearly 454 kg of highly enriched uranium buried deep inside Iran, the Washington Post reported.
