US-Iran War LIVE: Trump Rejects Tehran's Response To US Peace Proposal, Tehran Demands Reparations, Strait of Hormuz Control

US-Iran War Live: Iran urged the U.S. to drop its "one-sided approach" and accept Tehran's "legitimate demands," which include ending conflicts, lifting blockades, stopping maritime piracy, and releasing frozen assets. Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei emphasized that Iran's proposals aim to protect national interests and promote regional stability, criticizing U.S. demands as unreasonable.
 

US-Iran LIVE: Three tankers, including two VLCCs with 2 million barrels of Iraqi crude each, left the Strait of Hormuz last week, using switched-off trackers to evade Iranian attacks, highlighting a trend in Middle East oil exports.
 

US-Iran War LIVE: Arizona Democratic Senator Mark Kelly criticized President Trump for entering the Iran war without a strategic goal, plan, or timeline, leading to significant depletion of munitions. In an interview with CBS, he expressed concern over the shocking numbers related to munitions like Tomahawks and Patriot rounds and the long timeline required to replenish them.
 

US-Iran War LIVE: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu aims to eliminate U.S. military support within ten years while enhancing relations with Gulf states. In a CBS News interview, he expressed the desire to reduce American financial military aid, currently at approximately $3.8 billion annually. The U.S. has pledged $38 billion in military aid to Israel from 2018 to 2028.

US-Iran War LIVE: Iran formally delivered its response to the latest American proposal to end the war in the Persian Gulf, but the overture was dismissed by US President Donald Trump as “TOTALLY UNACCEPTABLE!”. The rejection, posted on social media on Sunday, served as another setback in efforts to defuse a standoff that has already choked commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz and driven energy prices sharply higher across the globe.

The US naval blockade against Iran continues be to fully enforced. CENTCOM forces have so far redirected 58 commercial vessels and disabled four since April 13. 

US-Iran War LIVE: The British have deployed its Royal Navy warship HMS Dragon to the Middle East. It will be joining an international mission to unblock the Strait of Hormuz.

US-Iran War LIVE: Bahrain's Interior Ministry has arrested 41 people linked to Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). Bahrain has also started a domestic crackdown, as authorities have started recently stripping citizenship from several individuals.

US-Iran War LIVE: The Israeli army has ordered forced displacement in nine southern Lebanese towns, citing imminent attacks. Residents must evacuate or face life-threatening danger, with specific areas including Tayr Debba, al-Abbasiyeh, Burj Rahhal, Maroub, Barish, Arzun, Jennata, az-Zrariyeh, and Ain Baal.
 

US-Iran War LIVE: Iran is reviewing the US proposal regarding the West Asia conflict and will respond "at the appropriate time." Iranian officials dismissed US pressure over deadlines, stating they do not concern themselves with ultimatums.
 

US-Iran War LIVE: At least one Indian sailor died and four others suffered burn injuries after a wooden cargo dhow carrying general cargo caught fire and capsized near the Strait of Hormuz, according to sources in the Government of India.

The dhow, which had 18 Indian crew members onboard, reportedly caught fire before overturning close to one of the world’s most strategically important maritime routes. The exact cause of the fire is yet to be ascertained. 

According to government sources, all crew members were rescued by another vessel that happened to be passing through the area at the time of the incident.

US-Iran War LIVE: Hassan Rasouli, a member of Iran’s Reformists’ Supreme Council, stated that Trump’s attempts to create division among Iranian officials amount to “psychological warfare.” He emphasized that Iran presents a united front, effectively countering aggressors' goals without conflict.
 

US-Iran War LIVE: President Trump’s withdrawal of U.S. troops from Germany and his dismissal of Iranian actions signal a potential long-term impact on alliances. Concerns about U.S. reliability are rising among allies from Europe to the Indo-Pacific, prompting some to reconsider their relationships. Analysts suggest Trump's unpredictable behavior could permanently weaken U.S. alliances, particularly with NATO, amid a shifting global order.
 

US-Iran War LIVE: In a satire-filled post on X, Iran's embassy in South Africa ridiculed the US Department of Defense’s disclosure of formerly classified documents about unidentified flying objects (UFOs) after an order from Donald Trump, claiming the president aimed to “distract public focus from the conflict with Iran.”

US-Iran War LIVE: Efforts to resolve the U.S.-Iran war stalled as both nations exchanged fire in the Gulf. A CIA analysis suggested Iran could endure a naval blockade for four months without severe economic impacts, limiting U.S. leverage. Fighting has intensified around the Strait of Hormuz, with the UAE facing renewed attacks, while Washington awaits Tehran's response to a proposal to end the conflict.
 

US-Iran War LIVE: Mojtaba Khamenei, Iran's new Supreme Leader, is central to shaping the country's war and negotiation strategy amid uncertainty about his health and authority. US intelligence reports indicate he is key in directing negotiations with the US following recent strikes on Iranian targets. However, leadership remains fragmented, and Khamenei's absence raises questions about his control and well-being.
 

US-Iran War LIVE: Hezbollah claims to have conducted 26 attacks on Israeli forces in southern Lebanon, including a missile strike on a tank and shelling in Haddatha. Israeli airstrikes on Friday were particularly deadly, resulting in over 30 deaths and extensive casualties in Lebanon.
 

US-Iran War LIVE: Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman, Esmaeil Baghaei, ridiculed Donald Trump's nuclear strike threat, calling it a "grotesque absurdity." He contrasted Trump's comments with a clip from Kubrick's Dr. Strangelove, highlighting the irony of seeking peace through threats. Trump demands Iran's nuclear program cessation for peace talks.

US-Iran War LIVE: Pentagon footage reveals US strikes on Iranian oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, with the military stating the vessels were disabled after exchanges of fire with Iranian forces, hindering their Gulf access.

US-Iran War LIVE: Iran’s UN ambassador, Amir Saeid Iravani, condemned US actions as a dangerous escalation threatening regional stability and international peace. He warned of catastrophic consequences from US military operations and urged compliance with international law, holding the US responsible for its actions.
 

US-Iran War LIVE: US President Donald Trump indicated on Friday the potential revival of the suspended maritime security initiative, "Project Freedom," to support commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz amid rising Gulf tensions. If negotiations with Iran fail, it may evolve into "Project Freedom plus," incorporating additional strategies alongside the original initiative.
 

US-Iran War LIVE: US President Donald Trump stated on Friday that his administration expects a response from Iran regarding a proposal to end the West Asia conflict. He mentioned they would hear from Iran that evening and was uncertain about any intentional delays. Secretary of State Marco Rubio reiterated expectations for a serious offer from Iran, noting that Tehran's internal issues might affect their response timeline. Rubio expressed hope for a productive negotiation process following the anticipated response.
 

US-Iran War LIVE: The US Department of State announced that intensive talks between Israel and Lebanon will occur on May 14 and 15, facilitated by Washington. The discussions aim to progress toward a comprehensive peace agreement and address the Hezbollah issue. Spokesperson Thomas Pigott stated the talks will build on the April 23 discussions led by President Trump, focusing on core concerns, security arrangements, border delineation, and humanitarian support for Lebanon.