US-Iran War: Iranian Supertanker Bypasses US Blockade With $220M Cargo, Israel Strikes 50 Hezbollah-Linked Sites in Lebanon

US-Iran War LIVE: Israel's defense ministry approved a plan to purchase two new combat squadrons of F-35 and F-15IA fighter aircraft from Lockheed Martin, valued in the tens of billions. This deal is part of a larger 350 billion shekel ($119 billion) plan to enhance military readiness.
 

US-Iran War LIVE: The Israeli military warned of attacks on 12 southern Lebanese towns, ordering residents to evacuate at least 1,000 metres away, as operations against Hezbollah are underway. Affected locations include al-Duwayr and Kfar Sir.
 

US-Iran War LIVE: The US State Department approved $8.6bn in weapons sales to allies in the Middle East, including Israel, Kuwait, Qatar, and the UAE. Notably, Qatar will receive $4.01bn in Patriot services, while Kuwait will receive a $2.5bn command system.
 

US-Iran War LIVE: A VLCC from the National Iranian Tanker Company evaded the US Navy, delivering over 1.9 million barrels of crude oil worth nearly USD 220 million to the Asia-Pacific. It was last seen near Sri Lanka and is now in the Lombok Strait.

US-Iran War LIVE: CENTCOM Chief Admiral Brad Cooper visited the USS Tripoli in the Arabian Sea amid heightened US military presence. His visit coincides with ongoing naval blockades and Tehran's response to a US initiative, presenting a comprehensive counter-proposal regarding hostilities.

US-Iran War LIVE: Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani expressed concern over rising Middle East tensions during a call with Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi. Tajani stressed the importance of diplomatic efforts to prevent escalation and advocated for reopening the Strait of Hormuz, warning that disruptions could harm food security and regional stability, particularly in Africa.

US-Iran War LIVE: The Israeli military conducted strikes in southern Lebanon, targeting Hezbollah-linked sites. The IDF reported hitting around 70 military structures and 50 infrastructure sites used for militant operations. Targets included command centers and weapons storage facilities. The military claimed to have dismantled terrorist infrastructure and eliminated operatives near IDF forces over the previous day.
 

US-Iran War LIVE:  President Donald Trump indicated on Saturday that military strikes against Iran could be resumed if the country misbehaves. Speaking to reporters, he mentioned that renewed military action remained a possibility. Trump also noted that discussions with Iran were progressing, despite uncertainty in their leadership. He remarked that Iran is struggling and desires a deal, emphasizing their internal instability and leadership issues.

US-Iran War LIVE: Iran said that it was up to the United States whether to pursue a negotiated settlement or to return to war. "Now the ball is in the United States' court to choose the path of diplomacy or the continuation of a confrontational approach," Iran's deputy foreign minister Kazem Gharibabadi said, as per state broadcaster IRIB.
 

US-Iran War LIVE: The United States has redirected 48 vessels in the Persian Gulf, particularly through the Strait of Hormuz, over the past 20 days as part of the naval blockade.

US-Iran War LIVE: An India-linked supertanker, Sarv Shakti, has successfully crossed the Strait of Hormuz, marking a breakthrough for India, the world's second-largest LPG consumer.

US-Iran War LIVE: China said that it will not comply with US sanctions against five firms that are being targeted for purchasing Iranian oil. China is a key importer of Iranian oil. The United States has ramped up sanctions on certain refineries.
 

US-Iran War LIVE: The UAE's aviation ​authority said air ‌traffic in the country has returned ​to normal, ​the state news agency ⁠reported on ​Saturday, after precautionary ​measures implemented on February 28 at the ​start of ​the Iran war were ‌lifted. The ⁠decision followed a comprehensive assessment of operational and ​security ​conditions ⁠in coordination with relevant ​entities, the ​General ⁠Civil Aviation Authority added. 

US-Iran War LIVE: An India-linked supertanker attempted a transit through the Strait of Hormuz, Bloomberg reported. Sarv Shakti, a Marshall Islands-flagged vessel, carrying about 45,000 tonnes of liquefied petroleum gas, was seen moving north through the waterway on Saturday, Bloomberg said.

US-Iran War LIVE: US president Donald Trump joked that the US Navy could “take on Cuba” on its way back from Iran.

"Cuba's got problems," Trump said, adding, "On the way back from Iran, we'll have one of our big, maybe the USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier, the biggest in the world, we'll have that come in, stop about 100 yards offshore, and they'll say, ‘Thank you very much. We give up’.”
 

US-Iran War LIVE: NetBlocks reports Iran's internet disruption is entering day 64, following renewed protests in January and intensified by the US-Israel war. The restrictions significantly impact jobs and businesses nationwide.

US-Iran War LIVE: German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius stated the US troop withdrawal from Europe, especially Germany, was “foreseeable.” The US plans to remove 5,000 troops amid tensions over Iran. Pistorius emphasized European responsibility for security, highlighting Germany's commitment to expanding its armed forces and improving equipment procurement while coordinating with allies.
 

US-Iran War LIVE: Two individuals, Yaqoub Karimpour and Nasser Bekerzadeh, were executed for allegedly spying for Mossad during the US-Israel war on Iran. Bekerzadeh was accused of gathering information about key officials and facilities in Natanz, while Karimpour was said to have relayed sensitive data to a Mossad operative.
 

US-Iran War LIVE: Iran's armed forces indicate that a US-Israel conflict may recommence, asserting that the US is uncommitted to treaties. Mohammad Jafar Asadi claims US officials’ actions are media-driven, aimed at stabilizing oil prices and mitigating their own issues. He emphasizes that Iran's military is ready for any potential provocations from the US.
 

US-Iran War LIVE: Spirit Airlines has ceased operations and plans to shut down after 34 years, citing increased jet fuel prices due to the Iran war. The airline filed for bankruptcy twice in two years, losing approximately 17,000 jobs, as US-Israeli strikes on Iran drove oil prices above $100 a barrel.
 

US-Iran War LIVE: Lebanon’s National News Agency reports dawn attacks by the Israeli army on Ramya and Qouzah with heavy machine guns, following artillery shelling in Froun, amid forced displacement of southern residents despite a ceasefire.
 

US-Iran War LIVE: Israel's military has ordered residents of several southern Lebanese towns, including Qaaqaait al-Jisr and Habboush, to evacuate, continuing forced displacement despite a ceasefire. This follows an Israeli attack that left at least eight people dead in Habboush on Friday.
 

US-Iran War LIVE: Iran has caused extensive damage to US bases in the Gulf, with 16 installations across eight countries impacted. Camp Buehring in Kuwait is now nearly empty and heavily damaged due to a string of Iranian missile and drone attacks.
 

US-Iran War LIVE: Hezbollah launched attacks on Israeli forces in southern Lebanon, targeting soldiers and vehicles in multiple towns. Actions included artillery strikes near the Moussa Abbas complex and Hula village, a drone attack in Biyyada, and strikes on military vehicles in Taybeh and Rishaf using suicide drones, concluding with a coordinated vehicle attack.
 

US-Iran War LIVE: President Trump criticized the U.S. Navy for acting "like pirates" during the naval blockade of Iranian ports amid the conflict involving Iran. He described the recent seizure of a ship by U.S. forces, highlighting the profitability of the operation while noting the U.S. has captured various Iranian vessels and cargo.
 

US-Iran War LIVE: US Central Command reports blocking 45 vessels attempting to breach its naval blockade of Iran, enforcing compliance since the blockade's implementation on April 13, with US forces patrolling international waters to maintain the operation.

US-Iran War LIVE: A report by Axios cites Pentagon estimates that the US blockade in the Gulf of Oman has cost Iran nearly USD 4.8 billion in oil revenue, tightening financial pressure as disruptions from US operations target sanctioned maritime trade and energy exports amid ongoing tensions near the Strait of Hormuz.
 

US-Iran War LIVE: The US approved over USD 8.6 billion in military sales to allies Israel, Qatar, Kuwait, and the UAE amid ongoing tensions with Iran. President Trump criticized critics claiming the US isn't winning the conflict, despite Congress being informed hostilities had ended.
 

US-Iran War LIVE: US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent criticized Iranian leadership, calling them "rats in a sewer pipe" and highlighting their disconnect from reality. He emphasized US control over the Strait of Hormuz and noted a shortage of US dollars, food, and gasoline in Iran. Bessent warned that the blockade would persist until 'Freedom of Navigation' is restored.

US-Iran War LIVE: US President Donald Trump stated that military action was taken against Iran's nuclear program to safeguard the Gulf region and Israel from potential threats. Speaking in Florida, he emphasized the importance of preventing Tehran from acquiring nuclear weapons, claiming that if action hadn't been taken with B2 bombers, Iran would have developed a nuclear weapon, posing a catastrophic risk to Israel, the Middle East, and Europe.
 

US-Iran War LIVE: The Trump administration plans to withdraw about 5,000 troops from Germany due to rising tensions with European allies over support for US operations involving Iran. Senior defense officials cite Trump's dissatisfaction with NATO's involvement, particularly criticizing German leaders for insufficient backing. This strategy reflects frustration with European governments during the ongoing US-Iran conflict, according to reports.
 

US-Iran War LIVE: US President Donald Trump stated that the US has a critical choice regarding Iran: negotiate a settlement or escalate militarily. He referenced CENTCOM Commander Admiral Brad Cooper's briefing, asking reporters if the US should "blast the hell out of them" or seek a deal, expressing a preference for negotiation over military action.
 

US-Iran War LIVE: The U.S. has announced new sanctions on Iran's financial and energy sectors, aimed at disrupting oil revenues and ties with China. Treasury Secretary Bessent emphasized aggressive measures to undermine Iran's financial capabilities and support for global terrorism.

US-Iran War LIVE: Fourteen members of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps were killed and two injured in an explosion during ordnance clearance in Zanjan province, where unexploded munitions threaten 1,200 hectares of agricultural land. The IRGC criticized the Trump administration's strategy shift.
 

US-Iran War LIVE: US President Donald Trump dismissed the 60-day limit of the War Powers Resolution as "totally unconstitutional" and indicated his administration would avoid seeking congressional approval for military actions related to Iran. Trump formally notified Congress and questioned the legality of the resolution, asserting it had never been used before.