Middle East tensions rise as Iran launches strikes after US attack - The Live Nagpur
The Middle East witnessed a fresh escalation after Iran launched retaliatory strikes following US military attacks, with explosions reported inDoha (Qatar), the UAE, and Bahrain, whileJordanalso activated air. . .
The Middle East witnessed a fresh escalation after Iran launched retaliatory strikes following US military attacks, with explosions reported inDoha (Qatar), the UAE, and Bahrain, whileJordanalso activated air raid alerts. The latest conflict began after the United States carried out a new wave of strikes on Iran, accusing Tehran of attacking a commercial vessel in theStrait of Hormuz. The strategic waterway has since been closed by Iran, raising concerns over global oil and gas supplies. Explosions and missile alerts across the GulfExplosions were reported inQatar’s capital Doha, while missile alerts were issued inQatar, Bahrain, and Jordan. Qatar’s military said it intercepted incoming Iranian missiles. TheUnited Arab Emiratesalso warned residents about possible missile and drone attacks, although officials did not immediately confirm the exact targets. Bahrain, home to theUS Navy’s Fifth Fleet, also activated air defence systems. US-Iran conflict deepensThe US said it carried out strikes after Iran attacked a commercial ship in the Strait of Hormuz, setting it on fire and forcing its crew to abandon the vessel. US PresidentDonald Trumpsaid hopes for an interim agreement with Iran were over, while US Defense SecretaryPete Hegsethsaid Iran would “pay” for its actions. Ship attacked in Strait of HormuzACyprus-flagged container shipwas hit in the Strait of Hormuz, suffering major engine room damage. The crew abandoned the burning vessel, and one civilian crew member was reported missing. Iran’s Revolutionary Guard claimed several ships had ignored its navigation instructions and said one vessel was struck after failing to follow the approved route. Iran closes Strait of HormuzIran announced that theStrait of Hormuzwould remain closed until further notice and warned it could target more US-linked military bases in the region if further attacks occur. The latest exchange has heightened fears of a wider regional conflict and renewed concerns over disruptions to global energy supplies. 👉 Click here to read the latest Gujarat news on TheLiveAhmedabad. com[bsa_pro_ad_space id=9]