President Donald Trump said the ceasefire between the United States and Iran had ended after a new round of attacks raised tensions across the Gulf, according to CNN. U.S. officials said American forces carried out strikes on Iranian targets linked to threats against shipping near the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most important oil routes.
Iranian officials said Tehran responded with missile and drone attacks aimed at U.S. military facilities in the region, including bases in Bahrain and Kuwait. Air raid warnings and heightened security alerts were reported in parts of the Gulf as regional governments monitored the situation.
The renewed fighting has added pressure to global energy markets, since the Strait of Hormuz handles a major share of international oil shipments. Any disruption there can quickly affect fuel prices and shipping costs far beyond the Middle East.
Diplomatic calls for restraint continued as both sides blamed each other for breaking the truce. For now, the situation remains unstable, with no clear sign that talks will resume soon.