US-Iran Tensions Escalate Amid Attacks and Strait of Hormuz Closure
Tensions between Iran and the United States escalated on Tuesday regarding the Strait of Hormuz. Iran's Army spokesperson stated the waterway would not reopen through aggression, while the US continued military operations. Iran has lodged a complaint with the United Nations Security Council, claiming the US violated a recent memorandum. In response to US missile strikes in Iran's Bushehr province, President Donald Trump reaffirmed the US commitment to keeping the strait open and proposed a 20% charge on commercial cargo. India has summoned Iran's Deputy Chief of Mission after Iranian missiles struck two UAE-flagged oil tankers, resulting in one Indian seafarer’s death and several injuries. The Gulf Cooperation Council and Kuwait condemned the attacks, calling for UN action to protect international shipping.
Published 2 days ago • 13 Jul 2026, 05:42 PM IST