[ { "date": "2026-02-28", "time": "~10:00 IRST", "side": "us", "title": "Khamenei compound destroyed", "detail": "Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei killed with IRGC commanders Nasirzadeh, Mousavi, Pakpour. National Security Council obliterated.", "lat": 35.6944, "lng": 51.4215, "tid": "khamenei-compound", "tn": "Khamenei Compound", "dmg": 100, "cas": 50, "dl": "DESTROYED — Leadership decapitated", "dc": "dmg-critical", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/israel-us-launch-strikes-iran-2026-02-28/" }, { "name": "CNN", "url": "https://www.cnn.com/2026/02/28/middleeast/ayatollah-khamenei-iran-killed-airstrike-intl-latam" }, { "name": "AP News", "url": "https://apnews.com/live/live-updates-israel-iran-february-28-2026" }, { "name": "BBC", "url": "https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cx2dyz6p3weo" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://www.reuters.com/pictures/satellite-images-show-scope-iran-strikes-2026-03-17/", "source": "Airbus Pléiades Neo", "captureDate": "2026-02-28", "description": "Black smoke rising and heavy damage at Khamenei's compound in Tehran" }, { "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/news/satellite-images-iran-strikes-before-after/", "source": "Vantor", "captureDate": "2026-03-01", "description": "Post-strike Vantor imagery shows heavy damage at Khamenei's compound in Tehran" }, { "url": "https://www.reuters.com/pictures/satellite-images-show-scope-iran-strikes-2026-03-02/", "source": "Vantor", "captureDate": "2026-03-01", "description": "Reuters satellite gallery shows the destroyed residence complex belonging to Ali Khamenei in Tehran" }, { "url": "https://images.ctfassets.net/txzhex5a1q7n/Ypt1agqlflVU4Nuwdmvy5/ea644fa0a102122147a5e93ba52c5277/Satellite_Images_of_Iran.webp", "source": "Satellogic via SkyFi", "captureDate": "2026-02-28", "description": "Annotated Satellogic imagery delivered through SkyFi shows damage to Khamenei's compound in Tehran (SkyFi article)" }, { "url": "https://assets1.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2026/03/03/8a32f156-ddaf-43c1-884d-68402f45327f/thumbnail/1240x756/a1281fc43ed2c835b4e40ef106726be9/10-destroyed-buildings-at-khamanei-cmpound-01mar2026-wvl.jpg", "source": "Vantor via CBS News", "captureDate": "2026-03-01", "description": "Direct Vantor image shows destroyed buildings at Khamenei's compound after the opening strikes" }, { "url": "https://a57.foxnews.com/static.foxnews.com/foxnews.com/content/uploads/2026/03/1200/675/tehran-plume-smoke-iran-strike.png?ve=1&tl=1", "source": "Planet Labs PBC via Fox News", "captureDate": "2026-03-01", "description": "Direct Fox-hosted Planet Labs image shows a smoke plume above Tehran after strikes on the capital." }, { "url": "https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/295cc59/2147483647/strip/true/crop/9020x5495+0+0/resize/599x365!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F63%2F94%2F1591591c24b919c977517f30e00e%2Fbd1c242e9e7d42f38ebe9ddbc1f5696e", "source": "Vantor via AP News", "captureDate": "2026-03-01", "description": "Direct AP-hosted Vantor image shows damaged buildings at Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's official residence in Tehran." } ] }, { "date": "2026-02-28", "time": "~10:00 IRST", "side": "us", "title": "Bushehr port struck", "detail": "Port city hit. Nuclear reactor status unclear.", "lat": 28.9684, "lng": 50.8204, "tid": "bushehr", "tn": "Bushehr Complex", "dmg": 20, "cas": 30, "dl": "MODERATE — Port facilities damaged", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/iran-crisis-live-explosions-tehran-israel-announces-strike-2026-02-28/" }, { "name": "CNN", "url": "https://www.cnn.com/world/live-news/israel-iran-attack-02-28-26-hnk-intl" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://www.foxnews.com/politics/new-satellite-images-reveal-fires-damage-iranian-naval-bases-after-us-israeli-strikes", "source": "Vantor via Fox News", "captureDate": "2026-03-08", "description": "Vantor imagery reported by Fox News shows damage to facilities and vessels at Iran’s Bushehr port in the Persian Gulf." }, { "url": "https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cr5j1qn6deno", "source": "Planet Labs via BBC Verify/Janes", "captureDate": "2026-03-09", "description": "BBC Verify/Janes analysis of newly released Planet imagery captured since March 9 shows extensive cumulative damage around Bushehr, including port/naval dockyard facilities, piers, government and IRGC-linked military buildings, ammunition storage and ships. Exact individual capture dates were not specified." }, { "url": "https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/1024/branded_news/392f/live/720c0290-7635-11f1-b976-0b9c15b0ccfc.png", "source": "Planet Labs via BBC Verify/Janes", "captureDate": "2026-03-09", "description": "Direct BBC-hosted satellite composite from newly released Planet imagery shows highlighted strike damage around Bushehr military/naval infrastructure; BBC/Janes article reports damaged dockyards, piers, ammunition storage, missile sites, destroyed aircraft, sunken ships and runway craters." } ] }, { "date": "2026-02-28", "time": "~10:00 IRST", "side": "us", "title": "Isfahan IRGC bases attacked", "detail": "Thousands of IRGC personnel killed/wounded across multiple military installations.", "lat": 32.65, "lng": 51.68, "tid": "isfahan-irgc", "tn": "Isfahan IRGC Bases", "dmg": 45, "cas": 800, "dl": "HEAVY — Multiple bases wrecked", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/israel-us-launch-strikes-iran-2026-02-28/" }, { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/2026/02/28/world/middleeast/iran-retaliatory-strikes-region.html" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://www.reuters.com/pictures/satellite-images-show-scope-iran-strikes-2026-03-17/", "source": "Vantor", "captureDate": "2026-03-08", "description": "Destroyed buildings at Isfahan airport" }, { "url": "https://www.reuters.com/pictures/satellite-images-show-scope-iran-strikes-2026-03-17/", "source": "Vantor", "captureDate": "2026-03-08", "description": "Damaged buildings at Isfahan military garrison" }, { "url": "https://www.channelstv.com/2026/03/09/fake-ai-satellite-imagery-spurs-us-iran-war-disinformation/this-handout-satellite-image-courtesy-of-vantor-shows-an-overview-of-isfahan-airport-in-central-iran/", "source": "Vantor via AFP/Channels Television", "captureDate": "2026-03-08", "description": "Vantor handout overview of Isfahan airport following an airstrike" }, { "url": "https://www.channelstv.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/This-handout-satellite-image-courtesy-of-Vantor-shows-an-overview-of-Isfahan-airport-in-central-Iran.jpg", "source": "Vantor via AFP/Channels Television", "captureDate": "2026-03-08", "description": "Direct Channels-hosted Vantor handout image shows an overview of Isfahan airport in central Iran following an airstrike." }, { "url": "https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cr5j1qn6deno", "source": "Planet Labs via BBC Verify/Janes", "captureDate": "2026-03-09", "description": "Newly released high-resolution Planet imagery captured since March 9, analysed by BBC Verify and Janes, shows damage to military infrastructure in Esfahan province, including ammunition-storage buildings at Shekari 8 Air Base and severe damage to more than 60 structures at a military base south of Esfahan. Exact individual capture dates were not specified." }, { "url": "https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/1024/branded_news/392f/live/720c0290-7635-11f1-b976-0b9c15b0ccfc.png", "source": "Planet Labs via BBC Verify/Janes", "captureDate": "2026-03-09", "description": "Direct BBC-hosted satellite composite from newly released Planet imagery shows highlighted strike damage in Esfahan province; BBC/Janes article reports damaged Shekari 8 ammunition-storage buildings and severe damage to more than 60 structures at a base south of Esfahan." } ] }, { "date": "2026-02-28", "time": "~10:00 IRST", "side": "us", "title": "Iran internet knocked offline", "detail": "60+ hour blackout, 1-4% connectivity. Gov comms, state media, prayer apps compromised.", "lat": 35.75, "lng": 51.5, "tid": "iran-cyber", "tn": "Iran Cyber Infrastructure", "dmg": 80, "cas": 0, "dl": "CRITICAL — 96% connectivity loss", "dc": "dmg-critical", "sources": [ { "name": "BBC", "url": "https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c05v8jzjn40o" }, { "name": "CNBC", "url": "https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/02/irans-internet-down-amid-reports-of-us-israel-cyberattacks.html" }, { "name": "CNBC (wk 2)", "url": "https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/07/irans-internet-blackout-extends-into-second-week-netblocks.html" } ] }, { "date": "2026-02-28", "time": "~11:00 IRST", "side": "us", "title": "Iranian naval vessels targeted", "detail": "Initial strikes on navy across Persian Gulf & Gulf of Oman.", "lat": 26.5, "lng": 56.5, "tid": "iran-navy", "tn": "Iranian Navy", "dmg": 20, "cas": 150, "dl": "MODERATE — Initial naval losses", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/israel-us-launch-strikes-iran-2026-02-28/" }, { "name": "BBC", "url": "https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cx2dyz6p3weo" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://apnews.com/article/iran-us-war-satellite-photos-damage-uae-bahrain-4b5edabf4c8cc89a56150ca4f1b7c06f", "source": "Planet Labs PBC", "captureDate": "2026-03-02", "description": "Ships ablaze at Bandar Abbas port after US military attack" }, { "url": "https://www.reuters.com/pictures/satellite-images-show-scope-iran-strikes-2026-03-17/", "source": "Planet Labs PBC", "captureDate": "2026-03-02", "description": "Bandar Abbas harbour and a vessel hit in an airstrike after the opening strikes on Iranian naval assets" }, { "url": "https://www.businessinsider.com/satellite-image-show-iran-warship-smoking-airstrikes-2026-3", "source": "Planet Labs PBC", "captureDate": "2026-03-02", "description": "Planet Labs imagery shows a massive smoke plume from the IRINS Makran burning at Bandar Abbas" }, { "url": "https://images.ctfassets.net/txzhex5a1q7n/79KNcQhb3G0EjAh48CTY0y/c17cff9504efd39278a46bc25ad95b59/69a60f121fb3fcb42648c74d.webp", "source": "Planet Labs PBC via SkyFi/Business Insider", "captureDate": "2026-03-02", "description": "Direct SkyFi-hosted Planet Labs image of smoke rising from the IRINS Makran at Bandar Abbas after US airstrikes" }, { "url": "https://static-cdn.toi-media.com/www/uploads/2026/03/AP26076264054673.jpg", "source": "Planet Labs PBC via AP/Times of Israel", "captureDate": "2026-03-02", "description": "Direct AP-hosted image shows fires burning on a ship at Bandar Abbas after a U.S. military attack" }, { "url": "https://s.hdnux.com/photos/01/65/41/61/30809169/3/rawImage.jpg", "source": "Planet Labs PBC via AP/MRT", "captureDate": "2026-03-02", "description": "Direct image shows ships burning at Bandar Abbas after strikes on Iranian naval vessels" }, { "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/features/2026/6/8/satellite-images-show-destruction-of-the-us-israel-war-on-iran", "source": "Planet Labs PBC via Al Jazeera OSU", "captureDate": "2026-03-02", "description": "Planet Labs imagery shows extensive strike damage at Bandar Abbas Naval Base, including a direct hit on IRIS Makran with visible fires and thick smoke, plus a large blaze inside the base." }, { "url": "https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/882a49b/2147483647/strip/true/crop/4058x2705+0+0/resize/1198x798!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2Fe2%2Fc0%2F4147737ba9fd92edbfae81cebf8b%2F357fec6b7fd147c4b3baf51405f9ba4a", "source": "Planet Labs PBC via AP", "captureDate": "2026-03-02", "description": "Direct AP satellite image shows fires burning on a ship after a U.S. military attack on Bandar Abbas port." } ] }, { "date": "2026-02-28", "time": "afternoon", "side": "iran", "title": "Op. True Promise IV — Israel struck", "detail": "Hundreds of drones & ballistic missiles at Tel Aviv & Haifa.", "lat": 32.08, "lng": 34.78, "tid": "israel-cities", "tn": "Israel (Tel Aviv/Haifa)", "dmg": 15, "cas": 8, "dl": "MODERATE — Most intercepted", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "BBC", "url": "https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c204px4zddro" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/2/28/multiple-gulf-arab-states-that-host-us-assets-targeted-in-iran-retaliation" }, { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/2026/02/28/world/middleeast/iran-retaliatory-strikes-region.html" }, { "name": "Press TV (via NCRI)", "url": "https://www.ncr-iran.org/en/news/iran-news-in-brief-news/iran-news-in-brief-march-1-2026/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-02-28", "time": "afternoon", "side": "iran", "title": "Manama / US 5th Fleet area hit", "detail": "Missiles strike Bahrain. 3 killed, 38 injured.", "lat": 26.2285, "lng": 50.586, "tid": "bahrain-5fleet", "tn": "Bahrain / 5th Fleet HQ", "dmg": 20, "cas": 3, "dl": "MODERATE — Base area damaged", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "BBC", "url": "https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c204px4zddro" }, { "name": "BBC (Gulf)", "url": "https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cjrqqd8lw2wo" }, { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/2026/03/01/world/middleeast/iran-attacks-dubai-persian-gulf-countries-retaliation.html" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://apnews.com/article/iran-us-war-satellite-photos-damage-uae-bahrain-4b5edabf4c8cc89a56150ca4f1b7c06f", "source": "Planet Labs PBC", "captureDate": "2026-03-01", "description": "Major building destroyed and two radomes hit at US 5th Fleet HQ in Bahrain" }, { "url": "https://apnews.com/article/iran-us-war-satellite-photos-damage-uae-bahrain-4b5edabf4c8cc89a56150ca4f1b7c06f", "source": "Planet Labs PBC", "captureDate": "2026-03-06", "description": "Additional building damage at US 5th Fleet HQ in Bahrain" }, { "url": "https://www.reuters.com/pictures/photos-show-aftermath-irans-waves-retaliatory-strikes-2026-03-30/", "source": "Planet Labs PBC", "captureDate": "2026-03-01", "description": "Satellite view shows damage at the U.S. Fifth Fleet naval base in Manama after Iranian strikes" }, { "url": "https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/acd26b5/2147483647/strip/true/crop/3240x2160+0+0/resize/599x399!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2Fc8%2Fc5%2F05ffb8439c67a08ad2ea76ee502a%2Fcbed440da748423aa263ab5fe2a9df66", "source": "Planet Labs PBC via AP", "captureDate": "2026-03-06", "description": "Direct AP satellite image shows damage after Iranian attacks on the U.S. Navy's 5th Fleet headquarters in Manama, Bahrain" }, { "url": "https://s.hdnux.com/photos/01/65/43/52/30816952/3/rawImage.jpg", "source": "Planet Labs PBC via AP/MRT", "captureDate": "2026-03-06", "description": "Direct Planet Labs image shows damage at the U.S. Navy 5th Fleet headquarters area in Manama, Bahrain" }, { "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/features/2026/6/8/satellite-images-show-destruction-of-the-us-israel-war-on-iran", "source": "Planet Labs PBC via Al Jazeera OSU", "captureDate": "2026-03-01", "description": "Planet Labs imagery shows extensive structural damage at the U.S. Fifth Fleet headquarters in Manama, including direct hits to multiple radar domes and damage to vital facilities and buildings." }, { "url": "https://www.ndtv.com/world-news/iran-israel-war-satellite-pic-shows-smoke-rising-from-us-5th-fleet-base-in-bahrain-11158709", "source": "Planet Labs PBC via NDTV/Times of Israel", "captureDate": "2026-03-01", "description": "Planet Labs image shows smoke rising from damage at the U.S. Fifth Fleet naval base in Manama after Iranian strikes." }, { "url": "https://defencesecurityasia.com/en/iran-missile-strike-bahrain-us-fifth-fleet-satellite-imagery-damage/", "source": "Soar Atlas OSINT / commercial satellite imagery via Defence Security Asia", "captureDate": "2026-06-30", "description": "Newly georeferenced high-resolution satellite imagery published by Defence Security Asia reportedly shows expanded impact zones and additional structural damage around Naval Support Activity Bahrain after Iranian strikes." } ] }, { "date": "2026-02-28", "time": "afternoon", "side": "iran", "title": "Ali Al Salem & Kuwait airport hit", "detail": "US air base and international airport struck. 8 killed.", "lat": 29.3468, "lng": 47.5209, "tid": "kuwait-bases", "tn": "Kuwait Bases & Airport", "dmg": 25, "cas": 8, "dl": "HEAVY — Airport & base damaged", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "BBC", "url": "https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c204px4zddro" }, { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/2026/03/01/world/middleeast/iran-attacks-dubai-persian-gulf-countries-retaliation.html" }, { "name": "CNBC", "url": "https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/08/iranian-projectiles-continue-to-strike-gulf-countries-infrastructure.html" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://abcnews.com/International/us-allied-radar-sites-middle-east-struck-10/story?id=131164670", "source": "Planet Labs PBC", "captureDate": "2026-03-04", "description": "Multiple radar domes appearing damaged at Camp Arifjan, Kuwait" }, { "url": "https://c.ndtvimg.com/2026-05/61sqgbtg_washington-post-investigation-_625x300_07_May_26.jpg?im=FaceCrop,algorithm=dnn,width=1200,height=738", "source": "Iran state-affiliated media / Planet Labs via Washington Post and NDTV", "captureDate": "2026-05-06", "description": "Washington Post-verified satellite image shows nine damaged fuel bladders at Ali al-Salem Air Base in Kuwait after Iranian strikes" }, { "url": "https://orbitaltoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Nine-fuel-bladders-at-Ali-al-Salem-Air-Base-in-Kuwait.jpg", "source": "Planet Labs PBC / Washington Post via Orbital Today", "captureDate": "2026-05-06", "description": "Direct image of nine damaged fuel bladders at Ali al-Salem Air Base in Kuwait, verified by Washington Post using Planet imagery" }, { "url": "https://orbitaltoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Damage-to-Camp-Arifjan-in-Kuwait.jpg", "source": "Planet Labs PBC / Washington Post via Orbital Today", "captureDate": "2026-03-04", "description": "Direct image showing damage at Camp Arifjan in Kuwait visible in March 4 satellite imagery" }, { "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/features/2026/6/8/satellite-images-show-destruction-of-the-us-israel-war-on-iran", "source": "Airbus via Al Jazeera OSU", "captureDate": "2026-03-01", "description": "High-resolution Airbus imagery shows damage across nine locations at Ali Al Salem Air Base, concentrated around tent areas and logistics facilities after debris from intercepted Iranian ballistic missiles fell on the base." } ] }, { "date": "2026-02-28", "time": "afternoon", "side": "iran", "title": "Al Dhafra & Abu Dhabi struck", "detail": "Major US air base and UAE capital. 6 killed, 131 injured.", "lat": 24.2481, "lng": 54.5474, "tid": "uae-dhafra", "tn": "Al Dhafra AB / Abu Dhabi", "dmg": 20, "cas": 6, "dl": "MODERATE — Base operational but damaged", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "TIME", "url": "https://time.com/7381884/iran-missiles-dubai-palm-gulf/" }, { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/2026/03/01/world/middleeast/iran-attacks-dubai-persian-gulf-countries-retaliation.html" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/2/28/multiple-gulf-arab-states-that-host-us-assets-targeted-in-iran-retaliation" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://abcnews.go.com/International/us-allied-radar-sites-middle-east-struck-10/story?id=131164670", "source": "Planet Labs PBC", "captureDate": "2026-03-01", "description": "Satellite imagery indicates radar sites near Abu Dhabi and Al Sader in the UAE were hit in the opening Iranian attacks" }, { "url": "https://apnews.com/article/iran-us-war-satellite-photos-damage-uae-bahrain-4b5edabf4c8cc89a56150ca4f1b7c06f", "source": "Airbus Pléiades Neo", "captureDate": "2026-03-15", "description": "Hangar damage at Al Dhafra Air Base; one hangar shredded by fire, adjacent hangar with roof damage" }, { "url": "https://apnews.com/article/iran-us-war-satellite-photos-damage-uae-bahrain-4b5edabf4c8cc89a56150ca4f1b7c06f", "source": "Planet Labs PBC", "captureDate": "2026-03-03", "description": "Damage to two large hangar-like buildings at France's Camp de la Paix naval base in Abu Dhabi" }, { "url": "https://media.cnn.com/api/v1/images/stellar/prod/al-ruwais-thaad-zoomed-planet-2026-march-1.jpg?c=original", "source": "Planet Labs PBC via CNN", "captureDate": "2026-03-01", "description": "Direct satellite image shows dark strike markings on buildings at a THAAD battery near Al Ruwais, UAE" }, { "url": "https://media.cnn.com/api/v1/images/stellar/prod/al-sader-thaad-zoomed-planet-2026-march-1.jpg?c=original", "source": "Planet Labs PBC via CNN", "captureDate": "2026-03-01", "description": "Direct satellite image shows apparent strike damage to buildings at a THAAD battery near Al Sader, UAE" }, { "url": "https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/74d6a50/2147483647/strip/true/crop/2187x1458+0+0/resize/599x399!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F15%2Ff1%2F030a7fdc4560492625adf0abe23b%2F0b261c6f9b9844a3a4cfdee178216fbf", "source": "Airbus Pléiades Neo via AP", "captureDate": "2026-03-15", "description": "Direct AP satellite image shows hangar damage at Al Dhafra Air Base after Iranian attacks targeting Abu Dhabi" }, { "url": "https://s.hdnux.com/photos/01/65/42/67/30813677/3/rawImage.jpg", "source": "Airbus Defence and Space via AP/MRT", "captureDate": "2026-03-15", "description": "Direct Airbus image shows hangar damage at Al Dhafra Air Base after Iranian attacks on Abu Dhabi" }, { "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/features/2026/6/8/satellite-images-show-destruction-of-the-us-israel-war-on-iran", "source": "Sentinel / Airbus via Al Jazeera OSU", "captureDate": "2026-04-07", "description": "European Sentinel and high-resolution Airbus imagery shows new damage at Al Dhafra Air Base, including direct hits on several main aircraft hangars." } ] }, { "date": "2026-02-28", "time": "afternoon", "side": "iran", "title": "Riyadh & Eastern Province hit", "detail": "Saudi targets struck. 2 killed, 12 injured.", "lat": 24.7136, "lng": 46.6753, "tid": "saudi-riyadh", "tn": "Riyadh / E. 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Labs image shows damage at the Tabriz missile base after the February 28 opening strikes" }, { "url": "https://assets1.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2026/03/03/cf9206da-a01d-4dd8-b79a-b8fcf8d9c89b/thumbnail/1240x932/b5a07113ac4abaf0d7cbd2f3ec196ca4/13-after-strikes-destroyed-radar-system-at-zahedan-airbase-iran-01march2026-wvl.jpg", "source": "Vantor via CBS News", "captureDate": "2026-03-01", "description": "Direct Vantor image shows a destroyed radar system at Zahedan airbase after early U.S.-Israeli strikes on multiple Iranian sites" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-01", "time": "daytime", "side": "iran", "title": "Gulf-wide missile barrage continues", "detail": "Simultaneous hits on Israel, UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia.", "lat": 27, "lng": 50, "tid": "gulf-wide", "tn": "Gulf States (multiple)", "dmg": 15, "cas": 12, "dl": "MODERATE — Widespread but dispersed", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "NYT", "url": 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"title": "Strait of Hormuz closed", "detail": "150 freight ships stalled. Tanker traffic drops from 37/day to zero. IRGC: 'No oil will leave.'", "lat": 26.56, "lng": 56.25, "tid": "hormuz", "tn": "Strait of Hormuz", "dmg": 90, "cas": 0, "dl": "CRITICAL — Global choke point shut", "dc": "dmg-critical", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/iran-war-see-how-tanker-traffic-collapsed-strait-hormuz-2026-03-06/" }, { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/2026/03/12/world/middleeast/strait-of-hormuz-iran-blockade-explained.html" }, { "name": "BBC", "url": "https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cr5l988qr47o" }, { "name": "Guardian", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/mar/11/attacks-iran-oil-tankers-strait-hormuz" }, { "name": "CNBC", "url": "https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/09/iran-war-oil-tankers-strait-of-hormuz.html" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-02", "time": "morning", "side": "iran", "title": "Dubai & Abu Dhabi struck again", "detail": "Second round on UAE cities.", "lat": 25.2048, "lng": 55.2708, "tid": "uae-dhafra", "tn": "Al Dhafra AB / Abu Dhabi", "dmg": 15, "cas": 3, "dl": "MODERATE — Cumulative damage rising", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/03/02/world/iran-us-israel-attack-trump" }, { "name": "TIME", "url": "https://time.com/7381884/iran-missiles-dubai-palm-gulf/" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://www.timesofisrael.com/newly-released-satellite-images-show-damage-dealt-in-iran-war-across-middle-east/", "source": "Planet Labs PBC", "captureDate": "2026-03-03", "description": "Damage to two large hangar-like buildings at French Camp de la Paix naval base in Abu Dhabi" }, { "url": "https://static-cdn.toi-media.com/www/uploads/2026/03/AP26076264724976.jpg", "source": "Planet Labs PBC via AP/Times of Israel", "captureDate": "2026-03-03", "description": "Direct AP-hosted image shows damage to two large hangar-like buildings at France's Camp de la Paix naval base in Abu Dhabi" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-02", "time": "morning", "side": "iran", "title": "Doha struck — 2 Su-24s shot down", "detail": "Qatar first nation to down Iranian aircraft.", "lat": 25.2854, "lng": 51.531, "tid": "qatar-doha", "tn": "Doha, Qatar", "dmg": 10, "cas": 0, "dl": "LIGHT — Iran loses 2 jets", "dc": "dmg-light", "sources": [ { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/03/02/world/iran-us-israel-attack-trump" }, { "name": "CNN", "url": "https://www.cnn.com/world/live-news/israel-iran-attack-02-28-26-hnk-intl" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://media.cnn.com/api/v1/images/stellar/prod/20260303-qatarphasedarray-planet.jpg?c=original", "source": "Planet Labs PBC/Middlebury Institute via CNN", "captureDate": "2026-03-03", "description": "Direct satellite image shows damage to a US-made Qatari early-warning radar system at Umm Dahal, Qatar" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-02", "time": "morning", "side": "iran", "title": "Beersheba struck", "detail": "Iranian missiles reach deep into southern Israel.", "lat": 31.2518, "lng": 34.7913, "tid": "israel-cities", "tn": "Israel (Tel Aviv/Haifa)", "dmg": 10, "cas": 4, "dl": "MODERATE — Southern Israel hit", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/03/02/world/iran-us-israel-attack-trump" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-02", "time": "morning", "side": "iran", "title": "US Embassy Kuwait struck", "detail": "Embassy closed indefinitely. No casualties.", "lat": 29.3797, "lng": 47.9735, "tid": "kuwait-bases", "tn": "Kuwait Bases & Airport", "dmg": 10, "cas": 0, "dl": "MODERATE — Embassy shuttered", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "CNBC", "url": "https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/08/iranian-projectiles-continue-to-strike-gulf-countries-infrastructure.html" }, { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/03/02/world/iran-us-israel-attack-trump" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-02", "time": "morning", "side": "iran", "title": "2 more oil tankers hit", "detail": "US-flagged Stena Imperative & Honduras-flagged Athe Nova.", "lat": 25.5, "lng": 57, "tid": "oman-shipping", "tn": "Gulf Shipping Lanes", "dmg": 20, "cas": 0, "dl": "HEAVY — 4 tankers total", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "BBC", "url": "https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cr5l988qr47o" }, { "name": "NBC News", "url": "https://www.nbcnews.com/world/iran/strait-of-hormuz-closure-shipping-oil-strikes-rcna262898" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-02", "time": "daytime", "side": "us", "title": "Natanz nuclear facility struck", "detail": "Iran's main uranium enrichment site attacked. 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Natanz/Fordow/Esfahan main entrances otherwise showed little or no repair activity." }, { "url": "https://edition.cnn.com/2026/07/10/world/video/investigates-polglase-iran-nuclear-sat-imagery", "source": "Vantor via CNN / Institute for Science and International Security", "captureDate": "2026-06-21", "description": "CNN/ISIS analysis of Vantor imagery reported vehicle activity moving in and out of the Pickaxe Mountain tunnel facility adjacent to Natanz after the June 17 memorandum." } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-02", "time": "daytime", "side": "us", "title": "Sanandaj residential areas hit", "detail": "Civilian damage in Iranian Kurdistan. 40+ sites struck in Sanandaj.", "lat": 35.3219, "lng": 46.9862, "tid": "kurdistan", "tn": "Iranian Kurdistan Cities", "dmg": 15, "cas": 30, "dl": "MODERATE — Civilian areas damaged", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "Guardian", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/global-development/2026/mar/02/civilian-deaths-in-iran-pass-200-amid-fear-of-bombs-and-regime-clampdown" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-02", "time": "~midnight", "side": "iran", "title": "Drone hits RAF Akrotiri, Cyprus", "detail": "Minor damage. 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Retaliating for Khamenei.", "lat": 33.27, "lng": 35.2, "tid": "north-israel", "tn": "Northern Israel", "dmg": 20, "cas": 5, "dl": "MODERATE — Second front opens", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/israeli-military-says-projectiles-were-fired-lebanon-2026-03-01/" }, { "name": "NPR", "url": "https://www.npr.org/2026/03/02/g-s1-112140/hezbollah-strikes-israel" }, { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/2026/03/02/world/middleeast/lebanon-hezbollah-israel-strikes.html" }, { "name": "BBC", "url": "https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c4gq3ykg7pvo" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-02", "time": "daytime", "side": "israel", "title": "IDF strikes Lebanon", "detail": "S. Lebanon, Beirut, Beqaa Valley. Hezbollah intel chief Makled killed.", "lat": 33.8938, "lng": 35.5018, "tid": "lebanon", "tn": "Lebanon (Hezb targets)", "dmg": 30, "cas": 80, "dl": "HEAVY — Intel leadership killed", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "CNN", "url": "https://www.cnn.com/2026/03/03/middleeast/hezbollah-lebanon-strikes-israel-analysis-intl" }, { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/lebanon-sucked-deeper-into-war-hezbollah-israel-trade-blows-2026-03-03/" }, { "name": "BBC", "url": "https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c4gq3ykg7pvo" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-02", "time": "daytime", "side": "other", "title": "PMF attacks US in Iraq", "detail": "23+ drone strikes on Erbil. Victory Base near Baghdad hit.", "lat": 33.26, "lng": 44.23, "tid": "iraq-us", "tn": "US Bases in Iraq", "dmg": 15, "cas": 2, "dl": "MODERATE — Proxy front active", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "Al Jazeera", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/2/28/multiple-gulf-arab-states-that-host-us-assets-targeted-in-iran-retaliation" }, { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/iran-crisis-live-explosions-tehran-israel-announces-strike-2026-02-28/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-02", "time": "afternoon", "side": "other", "title": "Friendly fire: 3 US F-15s downed", "detail": "Kuwait F/A-18 shoots down 3 American F-15E Strike Eagles. All 6 crew ejected.", "lat": 29, "lng": 48, "tid": "us-air", "tn": "US Air Assets", "dmg": 40, "cas": 0, "dl": "CRITICAL — 3 jets lost (crews survived)", "dc": "dmg-critical", "sources": [ { "name": "Air & Space Forces", "url": "https://www.airandspaceforces.com/kuwaiti-f-a-18s-suspected-of-shooting-down-us-f-15s/" }, { "name": "The War Zone", "url": "https://www.twz.com/news-features/kuwaiti-f-a-18-hornet-responsible-for-shooting-down-three-usaf-f-15e-strike-eagles-report" }, { "name": "Guardian", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/mar/02/us-fighter-jets-kuwait" }, { "name": "The Aviationist", "url": "https://theaviationist.com/2026/03/04/kuwaiti-f-a-18-f-15e-friendly-fire/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-03", "time": "morning", "side": "us", "title": "SNSC HQ destroyed", "detail": "Supreme National Security Council headquarters leveled.", "lat": 35.7, "lng": 51.41, "tid": "tehran-gov", "tn": "Tehran Gov District", "dmg": 35, "cas": 40, "dl": "CRITICAL — Command center gone", "dc": "dmg-critical", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/iran-crisis-live-explosions-tehran-israel-announces-strike-2026-02-28/" }, { "name": "CNN", "url": "https://www.cnn.com/world/live-news/israel-iran-attack-02-28-26-hnk-intl" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://madhyamamonline.com/h-upload/2026/03/04/2806509-satellite-images-show-damage-to-tehran-presidential-complex-and-irgc-headquarters.webp", "source": "NDTV high-resolution satellite imagery via Madhyamam", "captureDate": "2026-03-04", "description": "Before/after satellite imagery shows damage across Tehran's government district, including the Presidential Complex and IRGC headquarters after U.S.-Israeli strikes" }, { "url": "https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/574b068/2147483647/strip/true/crop/6441x5088+0+0/resize/599x473!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F0b%2F51%2F960cf1a8ea5a3993e0b54bf38b61%2Fe19a634ef14a4b3aa37f18e91c8dafbf", "source": "Vantor via AP News", "captureDate": "2026-03-03", "description": "Direct AP-hosted Vantor image shows damage after airstrikes on Iran's IRGC headquarters in Tehran." } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-03", "time": "morning", "side": "us", "title": "Expediency Council building destroyed", "detail": "Key government advisory body.", "lat": 35.695, "lng": 51.42, "tid": "tehran-gov", "tn": "Tehran Gov District", "dmg": 15, "cas": 10, "dl": "HEAVY — Gov capacity eroding", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/israel-us-launch-strikes-iran-2026-02-28/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-03", "time": "morning", "side": "israel", "title": "'Min Zadai' underground nuke site struck", "detail": "Israel claims destruction of secret underground nuclear weapons facility.", "lat": 33, "lng": 52, "tid": "min-zadai", "tn": "Min Zadai Underground Nuke", "dmg": 80, "cas": 15, "dl": "CRITICAL — Bunker busters, facility collapsed", "dc": "dmg-critical", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters (IAEA/Natanz)", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/china/iaea-confirms-entrances-irans-natanz-enrichment-plant-were-bombed-2026-03-03/" }, { "name": "CNN", "url": "https://www.cnn.com/world/live-news/israel-iran-attack-02-28-26-hnk-intl" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-03", "time": "morning", "side": "us", "title": "Bushehr Airport destroyed", "detail": "Terminal damaged, Iran Air A319 destroyed. Rosatom evacuates from nearby nuclear plant.", "lat": 28.9448, "lng": 50.8346, "tid": "bushehr", "tn": "Bushehr Complex", "dmg": 40, "cas": 5, "dl": "HEAVY — Airport inoperable", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "BBC", "url": "https://www.bbc.com/news/live/cn5ge95q6y7t" }, { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/israel-us-launch-strikes-iran-2026-02-28/" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://www.reuters.com/pictures/satellite-images-show-scope-iran-strikes-2026-03-17/", "source": "Vantor", "captureDate": "2026-03-07", "description": "Large crater on bunkered storage area at Bushehr airbase" }, { "url": "https://understandingwar.org/research/middle-east/iran-update-special-report-march-26-2026/", "source": "Commercial satellite imagery (via ISW)", "captureDate": "2026-03-15", "description": "Significant damage to IRGC 4th Sarallah Naval District naval and air infrastructure in Bushehr Province" }, { "url": "https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cr5j1qn6deno", "source": "Planet Labs via BBC Verify/Janes", "captureDate": "2026-03-09", "description": "Newly released high-resolution Planet imagery captured since March 9, analysed by BBC Verify and Janes, shows runway craters at Bushehr International Airport, destroyed aircraft, sunken ships, damaged military/government buildings, naval dockyards, piers, ammunition storage and missile launch sites around Bushehr. Exact individual capture dates were not specified." }, { "url": "https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/1024/branded_news/392f/live/720c0290-7635-11f1-b976-0b9c15b0ccfc.png", "source": "Planet Labs via BBC Verify/Janes", "captureDate": "2026-03-09", "description": "Direct BBC-hosted satellite composite from newly released Planet imagery shows highlighted strike damage around Bushehr military/naval infrastructure; BBC/Janes article reports damaged dockyards, piers, ammunition storage, missile sites, destroyed aircraft, sunken ships and runway craters." } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-03", "time": "daytime", "side": "us", "title": "Iranian navy devastated", "detail": "Warships destroyed in Gulf of Oman. IRIS Dena sunk by US submarine torpedo — first sub kill since WWII.", "lat": 25.3, "lng": 57.8, "tid": "iran-navy", "tn": "Iranian Navy", "dmg": 50, "cas": 287, "dl": "CRITICAL — IRIS Dena sunk, fleet shattered", "dc": "dmg-critical", "sources": [ { "name": "BBC", "url": "https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c4geelnw7w3o" }, { "name": "Guardian", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/mar/04/us-submarine-torpedo-iran-warship-sri-lanka-coast-pete-hegseth" }, { "name": "Military.com", "url": "https://www.military.com/daily-news/investigations-and-features/2026/03/04/quiet-death-us-submarine-sinks-iranian-frigate-first-torpedo-kill-wwii.html" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://www.reuters.com/pictures/satellite-images-show-scope-iran-strikes-2026-03-17/", "source": "Vantor", "captureDate": "2026-03-01", "description": "Destroyed storage bunkers at Konarak Naval Base after US and Israeli strikes" }, { "url": "https://www.reuters.com/pictures/satellite-images-show-scope-iran-strikes-2026-03-17/", "source": "Vantor", "captureDate": "2026-03-01", "description": "Destroyed aircraft shelters at Konarak Naval Base" }, { "url": "https://www.reuters.com/pictures/satellite-images-show-scope-iran-strikes-2026-03-02/", "source": "Vantor", "captureDate": "2026-03-01", "description": "Destroyed naval vessels and buildings at Konarak Naval Base after US and Israeli strikes" }, { "url": "https://www.reuters.com/pictures/satellite-images-show-scope-iran-strikes-2026-03-17/", "source": "Vantor", "captureDate": "2026-03-04", "description": "Capsized ship at Konarak Naval Base" }, { "url": "https://understandingwar.org/research/middle-east/iran-update-special-report-march-31-2026/", "source": "Commercial satellite imagery (via ISW)", "captureDate": "2026-03-30", "description": "Extensive damage at Iran Shipbuilding and Offshore Industries Complex (ISOICO) west of Bandar Abbas, a subsidiary of Iran's defense industrial organization" }, { "url": "https://www.npr.org/2026/03/01/nx-s1-5731528/satellite-images-iran-war-us-strikes-israel", "source": "Vantor / Planet Labs PBC", "captureDate": "2026-03-01", "description": "NPR satellite imagery shows burning vessels, damaged hardened aircraft shelters, and destroyed drone-base buildings at Konarak" }, { "url": "https://images.ctfassets.net/txzhex5a1q7n/79KNcQhb3G0EjAh48CTY0y/c17cff9504efd39278a46bc25ad95b59/69a60f121fb3fcb42648c74d.webp", "source": "Planet Labs PBC via SkyFi/Business Insider", "captureDate": "2026-03-02", "description": "Direct SkyFi-hosted Planet Labs image shows IRINS Makran burning at Bandar Abbas naval base after strikes" }, { "url": "https://live-production.wcms.abc-cdn.net.au/378babf6a8acaadfe2cd603f0e6f5aa1?src", "source": "Vantor via ABC News Australia", "captureDate": "2026-03-01", "description": "Direct Vantor image shows attack damage to ships and naval-base facilities at Konarak" }, { "url": "https://live-production.wcms.abc-cdn.net.au/9621ae4e60dd627336f3ee3d004c85f8?src", "source": "Vantor via ABC News Australia", "captureDate": "2026-03-01", "description": "Direct Vantor image shows debris across a drone base near Konarak after US and Israeli strikes" }, { "url": "https://live-production.wcms.abc-cdn.net.au/bfeff634b1ae829ef7872fbdd556b585?src", "source": "Vantor via ABC News Australia", "captureDate": "2026-03-01", "description": "Direct Vantor image shows extensive damage to aircraft shelters at Konarak air base" }, { "url": "https://assets.apnews.com/26/a7/39479e22a66dc44f93aff9895267/f5c1f2f908eb4ab1a5b030d3a62156ee", "source": "Vantor via AP News", "captureDate": "2026-03-04", "description": "Direct AP-hosted Vantor image shows a destroyed drone storage building and cratered airstrip at Konarak drone base" }, { "url": "https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/66ff0f2/2147483647/strip/true/crop/17981x11981+0+3/resize/980x653!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F8f%2F43%2Ffb4c88db69bdce73d0674527494d%2F1bc98f8945ed4ffc8037bdd00bd78068", "source": "Planet Labs PBC via AP News", "captureDate": "2026-03-02", "description": "Direct AP-hosted Planet Labs image shows fires burning on ships after a U.S. strike on a port in Bandar Abbas." }, { "url": "https://a57.foxnews.com/static.foxnews.com/foxnews.com/content/uploads/2026/03/1200/675/iran-navy-damage-sat-images.png?ve=1&tl=1", "source": "Planet Labs PBC via Fox News", "captureDate": "2026-03-02", "description": "Direct Fox-hosted Planet Labs satellite graphic shows naval damage in southern Iran after U.S.-Israeli strikes, including burning ships and damaged facilities reported at Konarak and Bandar Abbas." }, { "url": "https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/480/cpsprodpb/850a/live/01e01c60-60f3-11f1-89a3-d1f559421220.png.webp", "source": "BBC Verify satellite image", "captureDate": "2026-03-04", "description": "Direct BBC-hosted satellite image shows smoke from a damaged ship and port buildings at Bandar Abbas, plus damaged warehouses and an overturned ship at Konarak naval base." } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-03", "time": "daytime", "side": "us", "title": "Golestan Palace damaged (UNESCO)", "detail": "World Heritage Site hit by debris from nearby airstrike on Arg Square.", "lat": 35.6838, "lng": 51.418, "tid": "tehran-cultural", "tn": "Tehran Cultural Sites", "dmg": 30, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — UNESCO condemns", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/unesco-fears-fate-historical-sites-during-iran-war-2026-03-11/" }, { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/2026/03/11/world/middleeast/iran-heritage-sites-damaged.html" }, { "name": "Guardian", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/mar/12/dismay-as-ancient-heritage-sites-across-iran-damaged-in-us-israel-bombing" }, { "name": "PBS", "url": "https://www.pbs.org/newshour/world/u-s-and-israeli-strikes-are-damaging-iranian-historical-sites" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-03", "time": "evening", "side": "israel", "title": "Ground invasion of Lebanon", "detail": "91st Division enters southern Lebanon. Kfarkela, Qouzah reached.", "lat": 33.1, "lng": 35.3, "tid": "lebanon", "tn": "Lebanon (Hezb targets)", "dmg": 20, "cas": 50, "dl": "HEAVY — Ground war begins", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/lebanon-sucked-deeper-into-war-hezbollah-israel-trade-blows-2026-03-03/" }, { "name": "BBC", "url": "https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c4gq3ykg7pvo" }, { "name": "CNN", "url": "https://www.cnn.com/2026/03/03/middleeast/hezbollah-lebanon-strikes-israel-analysis-intl" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-03", "time": "daytime", "side": "israel", "title": "Quds Force Lebanon cmdr killed", "detail": "Daoud Alizadeh killed in Tehran.", "lat": 35.71, "lng": 51.4, "tid": "tehran-gov", "tn": "Tehran Gov District", "dmg": 10, "cas": 5, "dl": "STRATEGIC — Senior officer eliminated", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/lebanon-sucked-deeper-into-war-hezbollah-israel-trade-blows-2026-03-03/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-04", "time": "morning", "side": "us", "title": "Strikes intensify (Rubio)", "detail": "US Sec. of State announces escalation.", "lat": 34.5, "lng": 50, "tid": "iran-deep", "tn": "Iran Deep Military Sites", "dmg": 20, "cas": 100, "dl": "HEAVY — Escalated campaign", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "BBC", "url": "https://www.bbc.com/news/live/cn5ge95q6y7t" }, { "name": "AP (via NCRI)", "url": "https://www.ncr-iran.org/en/news/iran-news-in-brief-news/iran-news-in-brief-march-9-2026/" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/satellite-images-show-damage-iranian-military-nuclear-sites-after", "source": "Vantor / Planet Labs PBC via AFP", "captureDate": "2026-03-04", "description": "Satellite images show damage at Garmdarah missile base, Iran Air Force headquarters in Tehran, and Bandar Abbas military harbour after intensified strikes" }, { "url": "https://assets.apnews.com/24/05/5dbe6023bd67e5b89743e681dd2a/ed4f7aafef1246e29e404e83bcdb4a3e", "source": "Vantor via AP News", "captureDate": "2026-03-04", "description": "Direct AP-hosted Vantor image shows damaged buildings at the Garmdarah missile base after intensified strikes" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-04", "time": "morning", "side": "israel", "title": "Basij HQ destroyed", "detail": "Paramilitary headquarters leveled.", "lat": 35.7, "lng": 51.43, "tid": "tehran-gov", "tn": "Tehran Gov District", "dmg": 15, "cas": 30, "dl": "CRITICAL — Paramilitary command gone", "dc": "dmg-critical", "sources": [ { "name": "CNN", "url": "https://www.cnn.com/world/live-news/israel-iran-attack-02-28-26-hnk-intl" }, { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/israel-us-launch-strikes-iran-2026-02-28/" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cd6p6z7pq9wo", "source": "BBC Verify satellite analysis", "captureDate": "2026-03-04", "description": "BBC Verify analysis says satellite images show Tehran Basij command centre damage, with an adjacent building entirely levelled by a strike around March 4." } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-04", "time": "morning", "side": "us", "title": "Mojtaba Khamenei survives strike", "detail": "New Supreme Leader narrowly escapes.", "lat": 35.69, "lng": 51.39, "tid": "tehran-gov", "tn": "Tehran Gov District", "dmg": 5, "cas": 10, "dl": "LIGHT — Target survived", "dc": "dmg-light", "sources": [ { "name": "CNN", "url": "https://www.cnn.com/2026/03/01/politics/cia-ayatollah-ali-khamenei-strike" }, { "name": "CNBC (Mojtaba named leader)", "url": "https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/08/iranian-projectiles-continue-to-strike-gulf-countries-infrastructure.html" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-04", "time": "daytime", "side": "iran", "title": "Al Udeid struck again", "detail": "Second major strike on Qatar US base.", "lat": 25.1174, "lng": 51.315, "tid": "al-udeid", "tn": "Al Udeid Air Base", "dmg": 20, "cas": 2, "dl": "HEAVY — Cumulative damage significant", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/03/02/world/iran-us-israel-attack-trump" }, { "name": "Press TV (via NCRI)", "url": "https://www.ncr-iran.org/en/news/iran-news-in-brief-news/iran-news-in-brief-march-8-2026/" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://abcnews.com/International/us-allied-radar-sites-middle-east-struck-10/story?id=131164670", "source": "Planet Labs PBC", "captureDate": "2026-03-03", "description": "Damage to AN/FPS-132 Phased Array Radar at Umm Dahal, Qatar; debris and water runoff from firefighting visible" }, { "url": "https://www.bellingcat.com/resources/2026/04/07/tool-damage-assessment-destruction-sentinel-satellite-imagery-iran-us-gulf/", "source": "Sentinel-2 / Bellingcat", "captureDate": "2026-03-14", "description": "Sentinel-2 comparison shows a blackened, damaged warehouse-like building at Al Udeid Air Base after an early-March Iranian ballistic missile strike" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-04", "time": "daytime", "side": "iran", "title": "Aramco Ras Tanura refinery struck", "detail": "Key Saudi oil facility attacked. Oil prices spike.", "lat": 26.6396, "lng": 50.1584, "tid": "aramco", "tn": "Aramco Ras Tanura", "dmg": 40, "cas": 2, "dl": "CRITICAL — Energy infrastructure hit", "dc": "dmg-critical", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/oil-climbs-tankers-are-attacked-iraqi-waters-amid-middle-east-war-2026-03-12/" }, { "name": "PBS", "url": "https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/irans-new-supreme-leader-vows-continued-retaliation-across-gulf-and-oil-routes" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://www.reuters.com/pictures/satellite-images-show-scope-iran-strikes-2026-03-17/", "source": "Vantor", "captureDate": "2026-03-02", "description": "Smoke rising from Ras Tanura oil refinery after drone attack" }, { "url": "https://images.ctfassets.net/txzhex5a1q7n/5bqtIg2qH2WkrAlKhOvM27/3b2cef37b21197c9d088aebe7789bd4b/Iran_Satellite_Image_Mar_3_2026.webp", "source": "Vantor via SkyFi/Reuters", "captureDate": "2026-03-02", "description": "Direct SkyFi-hosted Vantor image of smoke rising from Ras Tanura oil refinery after an Iranian drone attack" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-04", "time": "daytime", "side": "israel", "title": "F-35I shoots down Yak-130", "detail": "First ever F-35 air-to-air kill of manned aircraft. First IAF air kill since 1985.", "lat": 35.68, "lng": 51.42, "tid": "iran-air", "tn": "Iranian Air Force", "dmg": 10, "cas": 1, "dl": "STRATEGIC — Air superiority total", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Aviation Week", "url": "https://aviationweek.com/defense/budget-policy-operations/us-hunts-irans-missile-launchers-israeli-f-35-downs-yak-130" }, { "name": "The War Zone", "url": "https://www.twz.com/air/israeli-air-force-first-to-claim-f-35-air-to-air-kill-of-a-crewed-aircraft" }, { "name": "Newsweek", "url": "https://www.newsweek.com/f35-jet-israel-idf-iran-shot-down-first-11617050" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-04", "time": "afternoon", "side": "iran", "title": "Drone toward Cyprus intercepted", "detail": "Greek F-16s shoot it down. Larnaca closed briefly.", "lat": 34.875, "lng": 33.625, "tid": "cyprus", "tn": "RAF Akrotiri, Cyprus", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "INTERCEPTED", "dc": "dmg-light", "sources": [ { "name": "BBC", "url": "https://www.bbc.com/news/live/cn5ge95q6y7t" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-04", "time": "daytime", "side": "other", "title": "Hezbollah anti-tank fire continues", "detail": "Ongoing ground engagement with IDF.", "lat": 33.15, "lng": 35.25, "tid": "lebanon", "tn": "Lebanon (Hezb targets)", "dmg": 5, "cas": 10, "dl": "LIGHT — Skirmishes", "dc": "dmg-light", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/lebanon-sucked-deeper-into-war-hezbollah-israel-trade-blows-2026-03-03/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-05", "time": "ongoing", "side": "us", "title": "Kurdistan air campaign", "detail": "40+ sites in Sanandaj, plus Baneh and Saqqez.", "lat": 35, "lng": 47, "tid": "kurdistan", "tn": "Iranian Kurdistan Cities", "dmg": 25, "cas": 60, "dl": "HEAVY — Widespread strikes", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "Guardian", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/global-development/2026/mar/02/civilian-deaths-in-iran-pass-200-amid-fear-of-bombs-and-regime-clampdown" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-05", "time": "daytime", "side": "iran", "title": "Azerbaijan civilian targets hit", "detail": "4 injured in Azerbaijan.", "lat": 40.41, "lng": 49.87, "tid": "azerbaijan", "tn": "Azerbaijan", "dmg": 10, "cas": 0, "dl": "LIGHT — 4 wounded", "dc": "dmg-light", "sources": [ { "name": "BBC", "url": "https://www.bbc.com/news/live/cn5ge95q6y7t" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-05", "time": "daytime", "side": "us", "title": "Azadi Stadium complex destroyed", "detail": "Iran's largest sports complex, 12,000-seat indoor arena at Tehran's Azadi Stadium, destroyed by US-Israeli strike.", "lat": 35.7225, "lng": 51.338, "tid": "tehran-gov", "tn": "Tehran Gov District", "dmg": 10, "cas": 5, "dl": "HEAVY — Sports complex leveled", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "Wikipedia Timeline", "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Timeline_of_the_2026_Iran_war" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-06", "time": "daytime", "side": "iran", "title": "Ras Laffan gas area struck", "detail": "Drones near Qatar LNG facility. Unprecedented shutdown.", "lat": 25.9167, "lng": 51.5333, "tid": "qatar-gas", "tn": "Ras Laffan Gas Facility", "dmg": 15, "cas": 0, "dl": "MODERATE — Gas prices spike globally", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "NBC News", "url": "https://www.nbcnews.com/world/iran/live-blog/live-updates-iran-war-oil-ship-attacks-hormuz-trump-israel-lebanon-rcna263101" }, { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/oil-climbs-tankers-are-attacked-iraqi-waters-amid-middle-east-war-2026-03-12/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-06", "time": "daytime", "side": "us", "title": "Heavy strikes on Tehran, Kermanshah, W. Iran", "detail": "US & Israel execute heavy airstrikes on Tehran, Kermanshah, Salmas, Maku, and Saqqez.", "lat": 34.32, "lng": 47.06, "tid": "iran-deep", "tn": "Iran Deep Military Sites", "dmg": 15, "cas": 40, "dl": "HEAVY — Western Iran pounded", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "Wikipedia Timeline", "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Timeline_of_the_2026_Iran_war" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://apnews.com/article/iran-us-war-satellite-photos-damage-uae-bahrain-4b5edabf4c8cc89a56150ca4f1b7c06f", "source": "Planet Labs PBC via AP", "captureDate": "2026-03-06", "description": "Planet Labs imagery shows damage after airstrikes targeting Iran’s Parchin military base outside Tehran" }, { "url": "https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/cf29999/2147483647/strip/true/crop/2176x1450+0+0/resize/599x399!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2Fe0%2F6e%2F2594ef6d5356a791b56413cc8808%2Fbe43ad1c9e814d899ec1c9ed04a37b9d", "source": "Planet Labs PBC via AP", "captureDate": "2026-03-06", "description": "Direct AP satellite image shows damage after airstrikes targeting Iran’s Parchin military base outside Tehran" }, { "url": "https://s.hdnux.com/photos/01/65/43/52/30816951/3/rawImage.jpg", "source": "Planet Labs PBC via AP/MRT", "captureDate": "2026-03-06", "description": "Direct Planet Labs image shows damage at Parchin military base outside Tehran after airstrikes" }, { "url": "https://pbs.twimg.com/amplify_video_thumb/2031253239379931137/img/f0UdRVu6vXYkAacD.jpg?format=jpg&name=large", "source": "Vantor via GlobalSecurity/Soar Atlas", "captureDate": "2026-03-06", "description": "Direct Vantor image shows Parchin rocket-propellant production buildings damaged or destroyed after precision strikes" }, { "url": "https://media.cnn.com/api/v1/images/stellar/prod/bakhtaran-damaged-airbus-2026-march-9.jpg?c=original", "source": "Airbus via CNN", "captureDate": "2026-03-09", "description": "Airbus imagery published by CNN shows bomb damage at a missile base north of Kermanshah/Bakhtaran, with cratered roads and blocked tunnel entrances after U.S.-Israeli strikes." }, { "url": "https://media.cnn.com/api/v1/images/stellar/prod/bakhtaran-repaired-airbus-2026-may-8.jpg?c=original", "source": "Airbus via CNN", "captureDate": "2026-05-08", "description": "Airbus imagery published by CNN shows the same missile base north of Kermanshah/Bakhtaran after Iran reopened tunnel entrances and repaired roads damaged by earlier strikes." }, { "url": "https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/c902ef8/2147483647/strip/true/crop/8315x5365+0+0/resize/599x386!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F75%2F90%2F16e86da40760234cba78abb3afc0%2F9d8b4674b7904a3c9d4ec99e9d3bd557", "source": "Vantor via AP News", "captureDate": "2026-03-02", "description": "Direct AP-hosted Vantor image shows destroyed buildings and equipment at the Choqa Balk-e drone facility west of Kermanshah." }, { "url": "https://www.misbar.com/en/editorial/2026/04/10/satellite-images-show-changes-%E2%80%9Ckonish-canyon%E2%80%9D-missile-complex", "source": "Soar Atlas / Planet Labs via Misbar", "captureDate": "2026-04-07", "description": "Soar Atlas imagery, cross-checked against Planet time-lapse, shows terrain and facility-feature changes at the Konish Canyon missile complex in Kermanshah province after March strikes." }, { "url": "https://www.wsj.com/world/middle-east/satellite-images-show-iran-is-rebuilding-fast-199978f7", "source": "Planet Labs and Airbus via Wall Street Journal", "captureDate": "2026-06-07", "description": "WSJ comparison imagery shows March strike damage to tunnel entrances and an access road near Kangavar, west of Kermanshah, followed by a newly paved road and freshly excavated entrances within weeks; the Airbus follow-up was captured by the first week of June." } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-06", "time": "evening", "side": "iran", "title": "Halliburton compound in Basra hit", "detail": "Iranian strikes hit Halliburton and KBR facilities in Basra, Iraq. Fire reported at compound housing foreign oil workers.", "lat": 30.5, "lng": 47.78, "tid": "iraq-oil", "tn": "Iraq Oil Infrastructure", "dmg": 25, "cas": 0, "dl": "HEAVY — Foreign oil facilities on fire", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "Wikipedia Timeline", "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Timeline_of_the_2026_Iran_war" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-06", "time": "daytime", "side": "us", "title": "IRGC intel site in Lorestan struck", "detail": "US and Israeli airstrikes hit IRGC intelligence site in Lorestan Province.", "lat": 33.49, "lng": 48.35, "tid": "lorestan", "tn": "Lorestan IRGC Sites", "dmg": 30, "cas": 10, "dl": "HEAVY — Intelligence site destroyed", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "Wikipedia Timeline", "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Timeline_of_the_2026_Iran_war" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-06", "time": "daytime", "side": "iran", "title": "Renewed Gulf-wide offensive", "detail": "Iran attacks Saudi Arabia (3 missiles intercepted at Prince Sultan AB), Kuwait, Qatar (13 missiles intercepted), Bahrain (hotel + 2 residential buildings), and UAE.", "lat": 25, "lng": 51, "tid": "gulf-wide", "tn": "Gulf States (multiple)", "dmg": 10, "cas": 5, "dl": "MODERATE — Wider campaign opens", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "Wikipedia Timeline", "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Timeline_of_the_2026_Iran_war" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://apnews.com/article/iran-us-war-satellite-photos-damage-uae-bahrain-4b5edabf4c8cc89a56150ca4f1b7c06f", "source": "Planet Labs PBC", "captureDate": "2026-03-15", "description": "Satellite imagery shows damage at Saudi Arabia's Prince Sultan Air Base after Iranian attacks during the renewed Gulf-wide offensive" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-07", "time": "report", "side": "us", "title": "CENTCOM: 5,000+ targets struck", "detail": "50+ Iranian vessels sunk. IRIS Dena torpedoed by US sub.", "lat": 32, "lng": 52, "tid": "iran-navy", "tn": "Iranian Navy", "dmg": 20, "cas": 300, "dl": "CRITICAL — Navy shattered", "dc": "dmg-critical", "sources": [ { "name": "Signal SCV (CENTCOM)", "url": "https://signalscv.com/2026/03/centcom-5000-targets-in-iran-struck-during-operation-epic-fury/" }, { "name": "Military.com", "url": "https://www.military.com/daily-news/investigations-and-features/2026/03/04/quiet-death-us-submarine-sinks-iranian-frigate-first-torpedo-kill-wwii.html" }, { "name": "BBC", "url": "https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c4geelnw7w3o" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-07", "time": "early morning", "side": "us", "title": "Mehrabad Airport struck — 16 IRGC aircraft destroyed", "detail": "IDF strikes Tehran's Mehrabad International Airport, destroying 16 Quds Force aircraft. Israeli fuel storage facilities also targeted.", "lat": 35.6892, "lng": 51.3134, "tid": "mehrabad", "tn": "Mehrabad Airport", "dmg": 70, "cas": 10, "dl": "CRITICAL — 16 military aircraft destroyed", "dc": "dmg-critical", "sources": [ { "name": "Wikipedia Timeline", "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Timeline_of_the_2026_Iran_war" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://www.bedfordgazette.com/ap/international/iran-us/image_5a53cdbb-58d6-50c2-973d-4aaaadea272b.html", "source": "Planet Labs PBC", "captureDate": "2026-03-07", "description": "Damage after airstrikes targeting Mehrabad International Airport in Tehran" }, { "url": "https://www.wired.me/story/when-satellite-images-of-iran-went-dark", "source": "Planet Labs PBC", "captureDate": "2026-03-07", "description": "Planet Labs imagery shows damage caused by air raids against Mehrabad International Airport in Tehran" }, { "url": "https://www.iranintl.com/en/202603077055", "source": "Planet Labs PBC via BBC/Iran International", "captureDate": "2026-03-07", "description": "Planet Labs image captured at 11:20 GMT shows aircraft damage at Tehran's Mehrabad International Airport, with at least 17 aircraft reported damaged and some apparently destroyed." }, { "url": "https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/ace/standard/640/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2026/3/7/c1f94bff-9c8f-4dca-ae45-c26f088b3271.jpg.webp", "source": "Planet Labs PBC via BBC Verify", "captureDate": "2026-03-07", "description": "Direct BBC-hosted Planet Labs image captured at 11:20 GMT shows damage to aircraft at Mehrabad International Airport in Tehran." }, { "url": "https://united24media.com/latest-news/satellite-images-show-irans-military-airlift-burning-c-130s-il-76s-and-747s-destroyed-16642", "source": "Soar Atlas / OSINT analysis via United24 Media", "captureDate": "2026-03-07", "description": "Satellite imagery analysis reported at least three IRIAF Boeing 747s and three Il-76 cargo/tanker aircraft destroyed at Mehrabad Airport, with possible additional An-72 and Boeing 707 damage." } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-07", "time": "daytime", "side": "us", "title": "Qeshm Island desalination plant hit", "detail": "Water desalination plant on Qeshm Island attacked, affecting water supply for 30 villages. US & Israel deny targeting it.", "lat": 26.95, "lng": 56.27, "tid": "qeshm", "tn": "Qeshm Island", "dmg": 40, "cas": 0, "dl": "HEAVY — Civilian water supply cut", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "Wikipedia Timeline", "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Timeline_of_the_2026_Iran_war" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-07", "time": "daytime", "side": "iran", "title": "Oil tanker Prima attacked in Hormuz", "detail": "IRGC attacks Malta-flagged oil tanker Prima with drone after it ignored Hormuz transit warnings.", "lat": 26.56, "lng": 56.25, "tid": "hormuz", "tn": "Strait of Hormuz", "dmg": 3, "cas": 0, "dl": "MODERATE — Another tanker hit", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "Wikipedia Timeline", "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Timeline_of_the_2026_Iran_war" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-07", "time": "daytime", "side": "other", "title": "3rd US aircraft carrier deployed", "detail": "USS George H.W. Bush ordered to Middle East. Now 3 carrier groups in theater.", "lat": 28, "lng": 55, "tid": "us-navy", "tn": "US Naval Forces", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — 3rd carrier group deployed", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Wikipedia Timeline", "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Timeline_of_the_2026_Iran_war" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-08", "time": "daytime", "side": "us", "title": "Minab school airstrike", "detail": "Girls' elementary school hit. 150+ killed including children. Morgues overflowed.", "lat": 27.15, "lng": 57.08, "tid": "minab", "tn": "Minab (civilian)", "dmg": 30, "cas": 150, "dl": "HEAVY — School hit, international outcry", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "Guardian", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/global-development/2026/mar/02/civilian-deaths-in-iran-pass-200-amid-fear-of-bombs-and-regime-clampdown" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/news/iran-war-satellite-companies-curb-access-mideast-imagery/", "source": "Planet Labs PBC", "captureDate": "2026-02-28", "description": "Before/after imagery showing damage to girls' school and adjacent IRGC Navy compound in Minab" }, { "url": "https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c5yqqyly9n0o", "source": "Planet Labs PBC via BBC Verify", "captureDate": "2026-03-04", "description": "BBC Verify analysis of Planet Labs imagery shows extensive destruction at Shajareh Tayebeh primary school and adjacent IRGC compound in Minab" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-08", "time": "daytime", "side": "us", "title": "IRGC aerospace HQ + 50 ammo shelters struck", "detail": "Israeli-American airstrikes hit IRGC aerospace headquarters and 50 ammunition storage shelters. US says Iran using populated areas for military ops.", "lat": 35.72, "lng": 51.4, "tid": "tehran-gov", "tn": "Tehran Gov District", "dmg": 10, "cas": 20, "dl": "HEAVY — Ammo depots leveled", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "Iran International", "url": "https://www.iranintl.com/" }, { "name": "Wikipedia Timeline", "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Timeline_of_the_2026_Iran_war" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-08", "time": "daytime", "side": "israel", "title": "Iran oil facilities struck for first time", "detail": "Israeli airstrikes hit Iranian oil facilities for the first time, killing 4.", "lat": 32.6, "lng": 51.6, "tid": "iran-oil", "tn": "Iran Oil Infrastructure", "dmg": 30, "cas": 4, "dl": "HEAVY — First oil facility strikes", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "Wikipedia Timeline", "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Timeline_of_the_2026_Iran_war" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://newlinesmag.com/reportage/the-noxious-smoke-enveloping-tehran/", "source": "Meteosat/Sentinel-3/NASA Worldview via New Lines", "captureDate": "2026-03-07", "description": "Satellite imagery and plume modeling show smoke from strikes on Tehran-area fuel storage sites at Shahran, Aqdasiyeh, Shahr-e Rey and Fardis/Karaj" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-08", "time": "daytime", "side": "iran", "title": "Kuwait City tower set ablaze", "detail": "Iranian drone strike engulfs Kuwait City Social Security tower in flames. 2 Kuwaiti officers killed on duty.", "lat": 29.37, "lng": 47.97, "tid": "kuwait-bases", "tn": "Kuwait Bases & Airport", "dmg": 10, "cas": 2, "dl": "MODERATE — Civilian building ablaze", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "Wikipedia Timeline", "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Timeline_of_the_2026_Iran_war" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-08", "time": "daytime", "side": "other", "title": "7th US service member killed", "detail": "CENTCOM announces 7th US service member killed by Iranian attack. Sgt. Benjamin Pennington, 1st Space Battalion, dies from wounds at Prince Sultan AB.", "lat": 23.93, "lng": 47.58, "tid": "us-bases", "tn": "US Bases (region-wide)", "dmg": 5, "cas": 1, "dl": "STRATEGIC — US KIA rises to 7", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "USA Today", "url": "https://www.usatoday.com/live-story/news/world/2026/03/14/iran-war-strait-of-hormuz-oil-live-updates/89147489007/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-09", "time": "ongoing", "side": "iran", "title": "Continued barrages on Israel", "detail": "17 Israeli civilians killed, 2,745 injured total.", "lat": 32.08, "lng": 34.78, "tid": "israel-cities", "tn": "Israel (Tel Aviv/Haifa)", "dmg": 10, "cas": 5, "dl": "MODERATE — Iron Dome strained", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "Press TV (via NCRI)", "url": "https://www.ncr-iran.org/en/news/iran-news-in-brief-news/iran-news-in-brief-march-9-2026/" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://www.middleeastmonitor.com/20260522-despite-blackout-satellite-images-reveal-damage-to-israeli-military-bases-during-iran-war/", "source": "Sentinel-2 / Soar analysis via Yedioth Ahronoth/Middle East Monitor", "captureDate": "2026-03-10", "description": "Sentinel-2 imagery analysis found a possible strike-related ground-surface change at Mishar Base (Unit 8200) near Safed between March 5 and 10, plus damage at Ramat David Airbase during the March missile-war period" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-09", "time": "morning", "side": "iran", "title": "Cluster bomb warhead hits Israel", "detail": "Iran fires missiles with cluster bomb warheads at Israel. 2 workers killed at Yehud construction site, 1 injured in Or Yehuda.", "lat": 32.03, "lng": 34.89, "tid": "israel-cities", "tn": "Israel (Tel Aviv/Haifa)", "dmg": 5, "cas": 2, "dl": "MODERATE — Cluster munitions used", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "Wikipedia Timeline", "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Timeline_of_the_2026_Iran_war" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-09", "time": "morning", "side": "iran", "title": "Bahrain explosions — 32 injured", "detail": "Multiple explosions in Bahrain, Kuwait, and Qatar. Drone attack near Manama injures 32 Bahrainis.", "lat": 26.23, "lng": 50.59, "tid": "bahrain-5fleet", "tn": "Bahrain / 5th Fleet HQ", "dmg": 10, "cas": 0, "dl": "MODERATE — Continued Gulf bombardment", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "Wikipedia Timeline", "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Timeline_of_the_2026_Iran_war" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/acd26b5/2147483647/strip/true/crop/3240x2160+0+0/resize/599x399!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2Fc8%2Fc5%2F05ffb8439c67a08ad2ea76ee502a%2Fcbed440da748423aa263ab5fe2a9df66", "source": "Planet Labs PBC via AP News", "captureDate": "2026-03-06", "description": "Direct AP-hosted Planet Labs image shows damage after Iranian attacks on the U.S. Navy's 5th Fleet headquarters in Manama, Bahrain." } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-09", "time": "daytime", "side": "iran", "title": "BAPCO refinery hit — force majeure", "detail": "Iranian attack hits Bahrain's only refinery. BAPCO declares force majeure on oil exports.", "lat": 26.06, "lng": 50.55, "tid": "bahrain-oil", "tn": "Bahrain Oil Infrastructure", "dmg": 50, "cas": 0, "dl": "CRITICAL — Only refinery knocked out", "dc": "dmg-critical", "sources": [ { "name": "Wikipedia Timeline", "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Timeline_of_the_2026_Iran_war" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-10", "time": "report", "side": "other", "title": "HRANA: 1,858 killed in Iran", "detail": "1,286+ civilians. 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Star Gwyneth and container vessel One Majesty also damaged.", "lat": 26, "lng": 56.5, "tid": "hormuz", "tn": "Strait of Hormuz", "dmg": 5, "cas": 1, "dl": "HEAVY — 3 more vessels attacked", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "Wikipedia Timeline", "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Timeline_of_the_2026_Iran_war" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-11", "time": "daytime", "side": "iran", "title": "Port of Salalah, Oman struck", "detail": "Drones strike fuel tanks at Port of Salalah. Port suspends operations.", "lat": 17.01, "lng": 54.09, "tid": "oman-ports", "tn": "Oman Ports", "dmg": 30, "cas": 0, "dl": "HEAVY — Port shut down", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "Wikipedia Timeline", "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Timeline_of_the_2026_Iran_war" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://apnews.com/article/iran-us-war-satellite-photos-damage-uae-bahrain-4b5edabf4c8cc89a56150ca4f1b7c06f", "source": "USGS Landsat", "captureDate": "2026-03-16", "description": "Fire at Port of Salalah days after suspected Iranian drone attack" }, { "url": "https://static-cdn.toi-media.com/www/uploads/2026/03/AP26076289601153.jpg", "source": "USGS Landsat via AP/Times of Israel", "captureDate": "2026-03-16", "description": "Direct AP-hosted Landsat image shows fire still burning at Port of Salalah after suspected Iranian drone attack" }, { "url": 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"https://apnews.com/article/iran-us-war-satellite-photos-damage-uae-bahrain-4b5edabf4c8cc89a56150ca4f1b7c06f", "source": "USGS Landsat", "captureDate": "2026-03-16", "description": "Fire at Dubai International Airport after an Iranian drone strike set a fuel tanker ablaze" }, { "url": "https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/9108644/2147483647/strip/true/crop/10000x5304+0+0/resize/599x318!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F5b%2F59%2F9c68258ef31587b39ee0226889b7%2F75a725d3a49848ce9a50f4726b613582", "source": "USGS Landsat via AP", "captureDate": "2026-03-16", "description": "Direct AP Landsat image shows the fire after an Iranian drone attack targeting Dubai International Airport" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-11", "time": "daytime", "side": "israel", "title": "Tehran Basij checkpoints hit by drones", "detail": "Israeli drone strikes hit checkpoints in Tehran, killing at least 10 including Basij members.", "lat": 35.7, "lng": 51.42, "tid": "tehran-gov", "tn": "Tehran Gov District", "dmg": 5, "cas": 10, "dl": "MODERATE — Internal security targeted", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "Wikipedia Timeline", "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Timeline_of_the_2026_Iran_war" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-11", "time": "evening", "side": "iran", "title": "IRGC attacks US bases in Kuwait & Bahrain", "detail": "IRGC announces attacks on Camp Buehring (Kuwait), NSA Bahrain (Mina Salman), Kuwait Naval Base (Camp Patriot), Ali Al Salem AB.", "lat": 29, "lng": 47.5, "tid": "kuwait-bases", "tn": "Kuwait Bases & Airport", "dmg": 10, "cas": 0, "dl": "MODERATE — Multiple bases hit", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "Wikipedia Timeline", "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Timeline_of_the_2026_Iran_war" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://arc-anglerfish-washpost-prod-washpost.s3.amazonaws.com/public/C3PAK24IRJBE5GDKFQE6U4I5WI_size-normalized.png", "source": "Iran state-affiliated media / Planet Labs via Washington Post", "captureDate": "2026-05-06", "description": "Washington Post illustration using Iranian state-affiliated imagery and Planet background shows damage at Camp Buehring in Kuwait" }, { "url": "https://img.turkiyetoday.com/images/2026/6/1/satellite-imagery-shows-damage-at-20-us-military-sites-from-iranian-strikes-report-3221064_202606011249_20260601124924_1.jpg", "source": "Airbus DS via BBC Verify/Türkiye Today", "captureDate": "2026-04-17", "description": "BBC Verify Airbus DS before/after imagery compares Ali Al Salem Airbase on March 10 and April 17, showing destroyed fuel storage and damaged hangars after repeated Iranian strikes." }, { "url": "https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/480/cpsprodpb/8edc/live/b1094390-5b7d-11f1-89a3-d1f559421220.png.webp", "source": "BBC Verify satellite image", "captureDate": "2026-04-17", "description": "Direct BBC-hosted satellite image shows damage at Ali Al Salem Airbase in Kuwait, including destroyed fuel bunkers and damaged hangars." } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-12", "time": "ongoing", "side": "iran", "title": "Hormuz blockade continues — oil spikes 9%", "detail": "Mojtaba Khamenei vows Hormuz stays shut. 3 more tankers attacked.", "lat": 26.56, "lng": 56.25, "tid": "hormuz", "tn": "Strait of Hormuz", "dmg": 5, "cas": 0, "dl": "CRITICAL — Oil >$100/barrel", "dc": "dmg-critical", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/oil-climbs-tankers-are-attacked-iraqi-waters-amid-middle-east-war-2026-03-12/" }, { "name": "Reuters (Hormuz live)", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/iran-war-live-six-tankers-attacked-gulf-strait-hormuz-2026-03-12/" }, { "name": "NBC News", "url": "https://www.nbcnews.com/world/iran/live-blog/live-updates-iran-war-oil-ship-attacks-hormuz-trump-israel-lebanon-rcna263101" }, { "name": "PBS", "url": "https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/irans-new-supreme-leader-vows-continued-retaliation-across-gulf-and-oil-routes" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-12", "time": "overnight", "side": "iran", "title": "Bahrain airport fuel tanks on fire", "detail": "Iranian drones hit Bahrain International Airport on Muharraq Island, setting fuel tanks on fire.", "lat": 26.27, "lng": 50.63, "tid": "bahrain-5fleet", "tn": "Bahrain / 5th Fleet HQ", "dmg": 15, "cas": 0, "dl": "HEAVY — Airport fuel on fire", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "Wikipedia Timeline", "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Timeline_of_the_2026_Iran_war" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-12", "time": "daytime", "side": "us", "title": "PMF HQ in Al-Qa'im destroyed", "detail": "Strike levels PMF 18th brigade HQ in Al-Qa'im, Iraq. 15 killed. Another strike on PMF base near Kirkuk kills 5. Iraqi govt condemns.", "lat": 34.38, "lng": 41.06, "tid": "iraq-us", "tn": "US Bases in Iraq", "dmg": 10, "cas": 20, "dl": "HEAVY — PMF leadership hit", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "Wikipedia Timeline", "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Timeline_of_the_2026_Iran_war" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-12", "time": "daytime", "side": "iran", "title": "10 multi-warhead missiles at Tel Aviv", "detail": "IRGC fires 10 ballistic missiles with multiple warheads at Tel Aviv. 124 people injured.", "lat": 32.08, "lng": 34.78, "tid": "israel-cities", "tn": "Israel (Tel Aviv/Haifa)", "dmg": 10, "cas": 0, "dl": "HEAVY — Multi-warhead salvo, 124 injured", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "Wikipedia Timeline", "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Timeline_of_the_2026_Iran_war" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-12", "time": "daytime", "side": "iran", "title": "2 fuel tankers attacked in Iraqi waters", "detail": "Maltese Zefyros and Marshall Islands Safesea Vishnu attacked in Iraqi waters. Both catch fire. Iraqi oil terminals suspend operations.", "lat": 29.8, "lng": 48.6, "tid": "hormuz", "tn": "Strait of Hormuz", "dmg": 5, "cas": 0, "dl": "HEAVY — Iraqi oil terminals shut", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/oil-climbs-tankers-are-attacked-iraqi-waters-amid-middle-east-war-2026-03-12/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-12", "time": "daytime", "side": "other", "title": "KC-135 crash in Iraq — 6 crew killed", "detail": "US Boeing KC-135 Stratotanker crashes in western Iraq, killing all 6 crew. Another KC-135 damaged, makes emergency landing.", "lat": 33.3, "lng": 43, "tid": "us-air", "tn": "US Air Assets", "dmg": 20, "cas": 6, "dl": "CRITICAL — Tanker lost, 6 KIA", "dc": "dmg-critical", "sources": [ { "name": "USA Today", "url": "https://www.usatoday.com/live-story/news/world/2026/03/14/iran-war-strait-of-hormuz-oil-live-updates/89147489007/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-12", "time": "daytime", "side": "other", "title": "French soldier killed in Iraq", "detail": "Drone attacks Peshmerga base in Makhmur, Iraq. 6 French soldiers wounded, 1 later dies — Arnaud Frion, 7th Chasseurs Alpins.", "lat": 35.77, "lng": 43.55, "tid": "iraq-us", "tn": "US Bases in Iraq", "dmg": 5, "cas": 1, "dl": "STRATEGIC — First French KIA", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Wikipedia Timeline", "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Timeline_of_the_2026_Iran_war" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-13", "time": "ongoing", "side": "other", "title": "Lebanon: 687 killed, 1,444 injured", "detail": "200 Hezbollah fighters killed per IDF. Ground war ongoing.", "lat": 33.5, "lng": 35.5, "tid": "lebanon", "tn": "Lebanon (Hezb targets)", "dmg": 15, "cas": 200, "dl": "HEAVY — Ground war grinds on", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/lebanon-sucked-deeper-into-war-hezbollah-israel-trade-blows-2026-03-03/" }, { "name": "CNN", "url": "https://www.cnn.com/2026/03/03/middleeast/hezbollah-lebanon-strikes-israel-analysis-intl" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-13", "time": "daytime", "side": "us", "title": "Kharg Island struck — 90+ military targets", "detail": "US destroys military targets on Iran's main oil hub Kharg Island. 90+ targets hit including missile/mine storage. Trump warns more if Iran continues.", "lat": 29.24, "lng": 50.33, "tid": "kharg", "tn": "Kharg Island", "dmg": 60, "cas": 20, "dl": "CRITICAL — Oil hub military targets destroyed", "dc": "dmg-critical", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/both-sides-dig-iran-war-approaches-two-week-mark-2026-03-13/" }, { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/03/13/world/iran-war-trump-oil-israel" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://pbs.twimg.com/tweet_video_thumb/HDNjRddawAAnw6L.jpg?format=jpg&name=large", "source": "TankerTrackers.com satellite observation via GlobalSecurity", "captureDate": "2026-03-14", "description": "Direct image shows two tankers loading crude at Kharg Island hours after CENTCOM struck 90+ military targets, indicating export infrastructure remained usable" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-13", "time": "daytime", "side": "us", "title": "Khuzestan internal security sites struck", "detail": "IDF strikes multiple internal security sites in Khuzestan Province including Law Enforcement HQ, Artesh Ground Forces 292nd base.", "lat": 31.32, "lng": 48.67, "tid": "khuzestan", "tn": "Khuzestan Province", "dmg": 30, "cas": 15, "dl": "HEAVY — Internal security dismantled", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "ISW", "url": "https://understandingwar.org/research/middle-east/iran-update-morning-special-report-march-13-2026/" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://www.reuters.com/pictures/satellite-images-show-scope-iran-strikes-2026-03-17/", "source": "Vantor", "captureDate": "2026-03-08", "description": "Damage at Ahvaz drone base in Khuzestan Province" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-13", "time": "daytime", "side": "israel", "title": "Basij checkpoints targeted in Tehran", "detail": "Israeli military strikes Basij force checkpoints set up in Tehran to undermine regime internal control.", "lat": 35.7, "lng": 51.41, "tid": "tehran-gov", "tn": "Tehran Gov District", "dmg": 5, "cas": 5, "dl": "MODERATE — Internal security degraded", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "Al Jazeera", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/3/13/iran-war-what-is-happening-on-day-14-of-us-israel-attacks" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-13", "time": "daytime", "side": "other", "title": "Tehran rally explosions near senior officials", "detail": "Explosions struck near pro-government rally in Tehran attended by Ali Larijani, President Pezeshkian, FM Araghchi. At least 1 killed.", "lat": 35.7, "lng": 51.42, "tid": "tehran-gov", "tn": "Tehran Gov District", "dmg": 5, "cas": 1, "dl": "STRATEGIC — Leadership rally disrupted", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Al Jazeera", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/3/13/iran-war-what-is-happening-on-day-14-of-us-israel-attacks" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-13", "time": "report", "side": "israel", "title": "IDF: 7,600 strikes in Iran, 1,100 in Lebanon", "detail": "Israel reports 7,600 strikes in Iran and 1,100 in Lebanon since Feb 28. Oil prices up 40% since war start.", "lat": 32, "lng": 52, "tid": "iran-deep", "tn": "Iran Deep Military Sites", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — Scale of campaign revealed", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Al Jazeera", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/3/14/iran-war-what-is-happening-on-day-15-of-us-israel-attacks" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-14", "time": "daytime", "side": "us", "title": "Tehran police stations struck", "detail": "Combined force strikes Law Enforcement Command Station 108 (Navab) and Station 148 (Enghelab) in Tehran.", "lat": 35.69, "lng": 51.39, "tid": "tehran-gov", "tn": "Tehran Gov District", "dmg": 5, "cas": 5, "dl": "MODERATE — Police infrastructure targeted", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "ISW", "url": "https://understandingwar.org/research/middle-east/iran-update-special-report-march-14-2026/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-14", "time": "daytime", "side": "iran", "title": "Sustained Gulf attacks continue", "detail": "Iran presses sustained missile and drone attacks across Gulf. Smoke rises from energy installations in Fujairah, UAE.", "lat": 25.12, "lng": 56.33, "tid": "uae-oil", "tn": "UAE Oil Infrastructure", "dmg": 10, "cas": 0, "dl": "MODERATE — Energy infrastructure under fire", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "Al Jazeera", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/3/14/iran-continues-intensified-attacks-across-gulf-in-us-israel-war-fallout" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://www.reuters.com/pictures/satellite-images-show-scope-iran-strikes-2026-03-17/", "source": "NASA Worldview", "captureDate": "2026-03-15", "description": "Smoke rising from Fujairah port, outlet for ~1 million bpd of UAE crude" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-14", "time": "daytime", "side": "other", "title": "US KIA reaches 14", "detail": "US identifies 6 airmen killed in KC-135 crash. Total US military dead reaches 14, with ~200 wounded.", "lat": 33.3, "lng": 43, "tid": "us-air", "tn": "US Air Assets", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — US losses mounting", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "USA Today", "url": "https://www.usatoday.com/live-story/news/world/2026/03/14/iran-war-strait-of-hormuz-oil-live-updates/89147489007/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-14", "time": "report", "side": "other", "title": "Hegseth: Iran defense industry nearly destroyed", "detail": "US Defense Secretary says Iran's defense industry is nearly destroyed. Pentagon vows to ramp up campaign.", "lat": 32, "lng": 52, "tid": "iran-deep", "tn": "Iran Deep Military Sites", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — Pentagon escalation signal", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "DW", "url": "https://www.dw.com/en/iran-war-nears-two-week-mark/live-76340941" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-15", "time": "early morning IRST", "side": "us", "title": "Isfahan industrial zone struck — 15 killed", "detail": "US-Israeli strikes hit industrial city of Isfahan, killing at least 15 and wounding several. Extensive strikes across Isfahan area including an IRGC airbase.", "lat": 32.6546, "lng": 51.668, "tid": "isfahan", "tn": "Isfahan", "dmg": 40, "cas": 15, "dl": "HEAVY — Factory & IRGC airbase struck", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "Al Jazeera", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/3/15/iran-war-what-is-happening-on-day-16-of-us-israel-attacks" }, { "name": "Alma Center", "url": "https://israel-alma.org/daily-report-the-second-iran-war-march-15-2026-1800/" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://www.bellingcat.com/resources/2026/04/07/tool-damage-assessment-destruction-sentinel-satellite-imagery-iran-us-gulf/", "source": "Sentinel-2 / Bellingcat", "captureDate": "2026-03-17", "description": "Sentinel-2 comparison shows damage at the IRGC Ashura Garrison near Isfahan after strikes on military infrastructure in the Isfahan area" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-15", "time": "morning", "side": "us", "title": "Iran Space Research Centre destroyed", "detail": "Main research center for space studies of the Iranian Space Organization destroyed. Included labs for R&D of military satellites.", "lat": 35.73, "lng": 51.33, "tid": "tehran-space", "tn": "Iran Space Research Centre", "dmg": 100, "cas": 0, "dl": "DESTROYED — Military satellite R&D facility", "dc": "dmg-critical", "sources": [ { "name": "Alma Center", "url": "https://israel-alma.org/daily-report-the-second-iran-war-march-15-2026-1800/" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2026/3/15/irans-space-research-centre-severely-damaged-in-strikes" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-15", "time": "~morning", "side": "us", "title": "Hamedan IRGC & Basij HQ struck", "detail": "Combined force struck IRGC site, Basij headquarters, and Law Enforcement Command HQ in Hamedan City. IRGC Ansar ol Hossein unit based there.", "lat": 34.7988, "lng": 48.5146, "tid": "hamedan", "tn": "Hamedan", "dmg": 60, "cas": 0, "dl": "HEAVY — Multiple security HQs struck", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "ISW", "url": "https://understandingwar.org/research/middle-east/iran-update-evening-special-report-march-15-2026/" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://www.wsj.com/world/middle-east/satellite-images-show-iran-is-rebuilding-fast-199978f7", "source": "Planet Labs PBC via Wall Street Journal", "captureDate": "2026-07-01", "description": "Planet Labs imagery published by the Wall Street Journal shows several newly rebuilt structures at Raja Shimi Industries in Malard, west of Tehran, a plant assessed to produce missile components. The article describes the imagery as captured in recent weeks without giving an exact date." } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-15", "time": "~morning", "side": "us", "title": "Dezful & Bandar Abbas airbases struck", "detail": "4th Artesh Air Force Tactical Airbase in Dezful and 9th Artesh Air Force Tactical Airbase in Bandar Abbas targeted. Bandar-e Jask port also struck.", "lat": 32.3833, "lng": 48.4033, "tid": "dezful-airbase", "tn": "Dezful Airbase", "dmg": 50, "cas": 0, "dl": "HEAVY — Air force infrastructure degraded", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "ISW", "url": "https://understandingwar.org/research/middle-east/iran-update-evening-special-report-march-15-2026/" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://understandingwar.org/research/middle-east/iran-update-special-report-march-23-2026/", "source": "Commercial satellite imagery (via ISW)", "captureDate": "2026-03-09", "description": "Damage to hardened structures at Madinah ol Munawarah Operational Base and 34th Imam Sajjad Brigade base in Bandar Abbas" }, { "url": "https://www.wsj.com/world/middle-east/satellite-images-show-iran-is-rebuilding-fast-199978f7", "source": "Planet Labs and Airbus via Wall Street Journal", "captureDate": "2026-06-01", "description": "WSJ comparison imagery shows airstrikes buried entrances to a missile base in Dezful in early March and Airbus imagery about three months later showed crews digging out multiple tunnel entrances." } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-15", "time": "~morning", "side": "us", "title": "Malard missile production site struck", "detail": "Buildings linked to ballistic missile production west of Tehran struck near the Malard Missile Launch Site, per IDF spokesperson.", "lat": 35.6658, "lng": 50.9767, "tid": "malard", "tn": "Malard Missile Site", "dmg": 60, "cas": 0, "dl": "HEAVY — Ballistic missile production targeted", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "ISW", "url": "https://understandingwar.org/research/middle-east/iran-update-evening-special-report-march-15-2026/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-15", "time": "~morning", "side": "us", "title": "Shiraz residential area struck", "detail": "Residential area in Shiraz, capital of Fars province, attacked. Iran calls it 'terrorist and anti-human act' targeting deprived neighborhood.", "lat": 29.5918, "lng": 52.5836, "tid": "shiraz", "tn": "Shiraz", "dmg": 30, "cas": 0, "dl": "MODERATE — Residential area damaged", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "Al Jazeera", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/3/15/iran-war-what-is-happening-on-day-16-of-us-israel-attacks" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-15", "time": "daytime", "side": "iran", "title": "Iran fires Sejjil ballistic missile at Israel — first use in war", "detail": "IRGC claims first wartime launch of Sejjil solid-fuel MRBM (2,000km range) at Israel. Seven missile barrages at Israel in 24hrs. Cluster munition hit apartment in Bnei Brak; missile impact in Ramla and Ramat Gan.", "lat": 32.0853, "lng": 34.7818, "tid": "tel-aviv", "tn": "Central Israel", "dmg": 10, "cas": 2, "dl": "MODERATE — Sejjil debut, scattered impacts", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "ISW", "url": "https://understandingwar.org/research/middle-east/iran-update-evening-special-report-march-15-2026/" }, { "name": "Alma Center", "url": "https://israel-alma.org/daily-report-the-second-iran-war-march-15-2026-1800/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-15", "time": "daytime", "side": "iran", "title": "IRGC 50th wave — Gulf states hit again", "detail": "IRGC announces '50th wave' of operations against US bases in UAE, Bahrain, Kuwait. Drones hit Kuwait airport & Ali al-Salem airbase. Saudi intercepted 6 BMs & 32 drones. Missile hit Abu Dhabi, killing 1.", "lat": 29.2266, "lng": 47.9714, "tid": "kuwait", "tn": "Kuwait / Gulf States", "dmg": 15, "cas": 1, "dl": "MODERATE — Sustained Gulf harassment continues", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "Al Jazeera", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/3/15/iran-war-what-is-happening-on-day-16-of-us-israel-attacks" }, { "name": "ISW", "url": "https://understandingwar.org/research/middle-east/iran-update-evening-special-report-march-15-2026/" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/74d6a50/2147483647/strip/true/crop/2187x1458+0+0/resize/599x399!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F15%2Ff1%2F030a7fdc4560492625adf0abe23b%2F0b261c6f9b9844a3a4cfdee178216fbf", "source": "Airbus Defence and Space Pléiades Neo via AP News", "captureDate": "2026-03-15", "description": "Direct AP-hosted Airbus Pléiades Neo image shows damage after Iranian attacks targeting Al Dhafra Air Base in Abu Dhabi during the IRGC Gulf-state attack wave." }, { "url": "https://www.globalsecurity.org/military/ops/iran-war-overhead-20260327.htm", "source": "Planet Labs / Iranian release via GlobalSecurity/ItaMilRadar", "captureDate": "2026-03-15", "description": "GlobalSecurity imagery archive cites before/after satellite comparison of Ali Al Salem Air Base showing an Italian MQ-9 Reaper destroyed in its hangar and possible satellite-communications antenna damage during the IRGC Gulf-state attack wave." } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-15", "time": "report", "side": "other", "title": "Ukraine: Russia supplying Shahed drones to Iran", "detail": "Zelensky says Ukrainian intelligence '100%' confirms Russia providing Shahed drones with 'Russian details' to Iran for attacks on US bases. Russia also sharing targeting intel.", "lat": 35.6892, "lng": 51.389, "tid": "tehran", "tn": "Tehran (geopolitical)", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — Russian material support confirmed", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "ISW", "url": "https://understandingwar.org/research/middle-east/iran-update-evening-special-report-march-15-2026/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-15", "time": "report", "side": "other", "title": "Iran: 10,000+ homes destroyed, 1,400+ killed", "detail": "Tehran governor reports 10,000+ residential homes damaged or destroyed. Total Iranian civilian deaths exceed 1,400 since Feb 28. US claims 15,000+ enemy targets struck.", "lat": 35.6892, "lng": 51.389, "tid": "tehran", "tn": "Tehran", "dmg": 0, "cas": 1400, "dl": "HUMANITARIAN — Mounting civilian toll", "dc": "dmg-critical", "sources": [ { "name": "Al Jazeera", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/3/15/iran-war-what-is-happening-on-day-16-of-us-israel-attacks" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-15", "time": "report", "side": "other", "title": "IRGC 'calling the shots' — Mojtaba Khamenei wounded", "detail": "CBS reports US believes IRGC is making decisions as new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei is wounded. Iran FM denies, says 'no problem' with new leader.", "lat": 35.6892, "lng": 51.389, "tid": "tehran", "tn": "Tehran (leadership)", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — Leadership uncertainty continues", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "ISW", "url": "https://understandingwar.org/research/middle-east/iran-update-evening-special-report-march-15-2026/" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/3/15/iran-war-what-is-happening-on-day-16-of-us-israel-attacks" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-15", "time": "report", "side": "other", "title": "Trump demands naval coalition for Strait of Hormuz", "detail": "Trump calls on NATO, China, oil-dependent nations to send warships to escort ships through Strait of Hormuz. No country confirms. Japan says 'bar too high'. Iran says strait 'only being controlled', not closed.", "lat": 26.5667, "lng": 56.25, "tid": "hormuz", "tn": "Strait of Hormuz", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — Hormuz diplomacy intensifies", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "CNBC", "url": "https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/15/iran-war.html" }, { "name": "AP News", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/iran-iraq-us-trump-march-15-2026-9bbed3c906146844be08fdfd02595754" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-16", "time": "morning", "side": "us", "title": "Tehran Red Crescent clinic struck", "detail": "Airstrikes damage an Iranian Red Crescent relief post and clinic in Tehran Province.", "lat": 35.7, "lng": 51.42, "tid": "tehran-redcrescent", "tn": "Tehran Province", "dmg": 20, "cas": 0, "dl": "MODERATE — Humanitarian facility damaged", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/03/15/world/iran-war-trump-oil-israel" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-16", "time": "morning", "side": "iran", "title": "Drone fire near Dubai airport; Fujairah hit", "detail": "Iranian drone-related incident sparks fire near Dubai airport. Separate drone attack hits Fujairah industrial area. Abu Dhabi missile kills 1 civilian.", "lat": 25.2532, "lng": 55.3657, "tid": "dubai", "tn": "Dubai / Fujairah", "dmg": 15, "cas": 1, "dl": "MODERATE — UAE aviation disrupted", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "Al Jazeera", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2026/3/16/iran-war-live-tehran-rejects-trump-claim-on-talks-gulf-attacks-continue" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://apnews.com/article/iran-us-war-satellite-photos-damage-uae-bahrain-4b5edabf4c8cc89a56150ca4f1b7c06f", "source": "USGS Landsat", "captureDate": "2026-03-16", "description": "Fire at Dubai International Airport after Iranian drone strike set fuel tanker ablaze" }, { "url": "https://www.bellingcat.com/resources/2026/04/07/tool-damage-assessment-destruction-sentinel-satellite-imagery-iran-us-gulf/", "source": "Sentinel-2 / Bellingcat", "captureDate": "2026-03-28", "description": "Sentinel-2 comparison shows damage to fuel tanks at Fujairah Port after Iranian drone/missile attacks on UAE industrial targets" }, { "url": "https://static-cdn.toi-media.com/www/uploads/2026/03/AP26076264943576.jpg", "source": "USGS Landsat via AP/Times of Israel", "captureDate": "2026-03-16", "description": "Direct AP-hosted Landsat image shows fire at Dubai International Airport after an Iranian drone strike set a fuel tanker ablaze" }, { "url": "https://npr.brightspotcdn.com/dims3/default/strip/false/crop/7114x4717+0+0/resize/2400/quality/85/format/png/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fnpr-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2F87%2Fdf%2F0931184846e7abc28b2017209fd4%2Flandsat-march-16-adjusted.png", "source": "NASA Terra / Worldview via NPR", "captureDate": "2026-03-16", "description": "Direct NPR-hosted NASA Terra/Worldview image shows fires burning in the United Arab Emirates during March 16 Gulf attacks" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-16", "time": "morning", "side": "other", "title": "Iraq militia strikes US target in Baghdad", "detail": "Iran-allied militia launches two strikes on US target in Baghdad. Iraq says both intercepted. Hezbollah also strikes southern Lebanon.", "lat": 33.3152, "lng": 44.3661, "tid": "baghdad", "tn": "Baghdad", "dmg": 5, "cas": 0, "dl": "MINOR — Intercepted proxy attacks", "dc": "dmg-light", "sources": [ { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/03/16/world/iran-war-trump-oil-lebanon" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-17", "time": "overnight", "side": "israel", "title": "IDF kills Basij paramilitary chief Gholamreza Soleimani", "detail": "Israeli strike kills head of IRGC Basij force Gholamreza Soleimani, his deputy, and other top officials at a tent camp set up after prior HQ strikes. Basij responsible for suppressing Iranian civilian protests.", "lat": 35.7, "lng": 51.4, "tid": "tehran-basij", "tn": "Tehran area", "dmg": 30, "cas": 10, "dl": "DESTROYED — Basij leadership eliminated", "dc": "dmg-critical", "sources": [ { "name": "Times of Israel", "url": "https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog-march-17-2026/" }, { "name": "The Hindu", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-usa-war-live-updates-march-17-2026/article70752382.ece" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-17", "time": "overnight", "side": "israel", "title": "Israel targets Ali Larijani in Tehran airstrike", "detail": "Overnight airstrike targets Ali Larijani, secretary of Iran's National Security Council and key figure since Khamenei's death. Fate unclear. PIJ leader Akram al-Ajouri also targeted in separate strike on Tehran safe house.", "lat": 35.69, "lng": 51.43, "tid": "tehran-larijani", "tn": "Tehran", "dmg": 25, "cas": 5, "dl": "STRUCK — Result unclear, leadership targeted", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "Times of Israel", "url": "https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog-march-17-2026/" }, { "name": "NBC News", "url": "https://www.nbcnews.com/world/iran/live-blog/live-updates-iran-war-trump-reopen-strait-of-hormuz-israel-lebanon-rcna263448" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-17", "time": "overnight", "side": "israel", "title": "IDF strikes military sites in Tehran, Shiraz, Tabriz", "detail": "Dozens of IAF jets drop bombs on security HQs, Intelligence Ministry, Basij facilities, drone/missile storage in Tehran. Ballistic missile storage hit in Shiraz. Air defense systems destroyed in Tabriz to expand air superiority.", "lat": 35.72, "lng": 51.38, "tid": "tehran-shiraz-tabriz", "tn": "Tehran / Shiraz / Tabriz", "dmg": 40, "cas": 20, "dl": "HEAVY — Multi-city military infrastructure struck", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "Times of Israel", "url": "https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog-march-17-2026/" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2026/3/17/iran-war-live-trump-scolds-allies-for-not-joining-strait-of-hormuz-mission" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://www.foxnews.com/politics/new-satellite-images-reveal-fires-damage-iranian-naval-bases-after-us-israeli-strikes", "source": "Vantor", "captureDate": "2026-03-06", "description": "Before-and-after satellite imagery showing damage to aircraft on tarmac at Shiraz air base, with scorch marks and debris around parking areas" }, { "url": "https://a57.foxnews.com/static.foxnews.com/foxnews.com/content/uploads/2026/03/1200/675/iran-sat-image-damage.png?ve=1&tl=1", "source": "Vantor/Maxar/Getty Images via Fox News", "captureDate": "2026-03-06", "description": "Direct Fox-hosted Vantor/Maxar satellite image shows damage to aircraft on the tarmac at Shiraz air base." }, { "url": "https://www.channelstv.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Iran-1-1.jpg", "source": "Vantor via AFP/Channels Television", "captureDate": "2026-03-06", "description": "Direct Channels-hosted Vantor handout image shows an overview of Shiraz Airbase in south-central Iran." }, { "url": "https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/480/cpsprodpb/9e9b/live/dda81910-6728-11f1-b1db-af71d47507d6.png.webp", "source": "BBC Verify satellite image", "captureDate": "2026-04-17", "description": "Direct BBC-hosted satellite image shows two destroyed aircraft on the runway at Shiraz Air Base after US-Israeli attacks between April 2 and April 17." }, { "url": "https://united24media.com/latest-news/satellite-images-show-irans-military-airlift-burning-c-130s-il-76s-and-747s-destroyed-16642", "source": "Soar Atlas / OSINT analysis via United24 Media", "captureDate": "2026-03-09", "description": "Satellite imagery analysis reported destruction of two C-130 transports and one Il-76 heavy cargo aircraft at Shiraz Shahid Dastgheib International Airport." } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-17", "time": "morning", "side": "israel", "title": "Israel launches ground operation in southern Lebanon", "detail": "91st Division begins limited, targeted ground operations against Hezbollah strongholds in southern Lebanon. IDF says 400+ Hezbollah fighters killed since March 2. Displacement orders issued south of Litani River.", "lat": 33.11, "lng": 35.2, "tid": "south-lebanon", "tn": "Southern Lebanon", "dmg": 35, "cas": 30, "dl": "ACTIVE — Ground invasion launched", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/israel-says-troops-launch-limited-operations-against-hezbollah-south-lebanon-2026-03-16/" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/3/16/israeli-military-launches-limited-ground-operations-in-southern-lebanon" }, { "name": "The Guardian", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/mar/16/israel-expansion-lebanon-ground-campaign-fears-prolonged-occupation" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-17", "time": "morning", "side": "israel", "title": "Israeli airstrikes hit three Beirut neighbourhoods", "detail": "Israeli air strikes rain down on three neighbourhoods in Beirut, continuing escalation against Hezbollah in Lebanon alongside the ground operation.", "lat": 33.8938, "lng": 35.5018, "tid": "beirut", "tn": "Beirut", "dmg": 30, "cas": 15, "dl": "HEAVY — Multiple urban areas struck", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "Al Jazeera", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2026/3/17/iran-war-live-trump-scolds-allies-for-not-joining-strait-of-hormuz-mission" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-17", "time": "morning", "side": "iran", "title": "Massive drone/rocket barrage on US Embassy in Baghdad", "detail": "Most intense assault on US Embassy in Baghdad since war began. At least 5 drones and rockets used. Iraqi security sources describe it as heaviest attack yet. Two killed in separate strike on house with Iranian advisers.", "lat": 33.2985, "lng": 44.3965, "tid": "baghdad-embassy", "tn": "Baghdad Green Zone", "dmg": 20, "cas": 2, "dl": "MODERATE — Embassy targeted, advisers killed", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-usa-war-live-updates-march-17-2026/article70752382.ece" }, { "name": "Sky News", "url": "https://news.sky.com/story/iran-latest-trump-tehran-israel-strikes-us-drone-live-sky-news-13509565" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-17", "time": "early morning", "side": "iran", "title": "Missile debris kills 1 in Abu Dhabi; explosions in Dubai, Doha", "detail": "Falling shrapnel from intercepted missile kills Pakistani national in Abu Dhabi's Bani Yas area. Explosions echo across Dubai and Doha. Tanker struck 23nm east of Fujairah. Fire in Fujairah Oil Industry Zone from drone attack.", "lat": 24.4539, "lng": 54.3773, "tid": "abu-dhabi-dubai-doha", "tn": "Abu Dhabi / Dubai / Doha", "dmg": 15, "cas": 1, "dl": "MODERATE — Gulf capitals under fire", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-usa-war-live-updates-march-17-2026/article70752382.ece" }, { "name": "Haaretz", "url": "https://www.haaretz.com/israel-news/israel-security/2026-03-16/ty-article-live/dubai-halts-flights-after-drone-strike-on-fuel-tank-near-airport/0000019c-f4e9-df50-a9de-f6f96e610005" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-18", "time": "morning", "side": "israel", "title": "Israeli strikes on Iran's South Pars gas field", "detail": "Israel struck Iranian facilities at South Pars, the world's largest natural gas deposit shared with Qatar. Gas tanks and parts of a refinery hit; workers evacuated. Fire brought under control. Oil prices surged ~5% to above $108/bbl. Major escalation targeting energy infrastructure for the first time.", "lat": 27.5, "lng": 52.6, "tid": "south-pars", "tn": "South Pars Gas Field", "dmg": 50, "cas": 0, "dl": "HEAVY — Energy infrastructure struck", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/china/trump-criticises-allies-over-rejection-hormuz-request-iran-israel-trade-2026-03-17/" }, { "name": "AP News", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/iran-iraq-us-israel-trump-march-18-2026-d7ca062ba1bf99d1f8dc00c8073cf10f" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://www.wiwo.de/technologie/wirtschaft-von-oben/south-pars-so-schwer-haben-israels-bomben-irans-wichtigstes-gasfeld-beschaedigt/100211652.html", "source": "LiveEO/Up42/Airbus via WirtschaftsWoche", "captureDate": "2026-03-21", "description": "High-resolution Airbus imagery shows medium to severe damage, burn scars, damaged production lines, and firefighting-water stains at South Pars refinery units after the March 18 Israeli strike" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-18", "time": "evening", "side": "israel", "title": "Israel kills intelligence minister Esmail Khatib in Tehran", "detail": "Israeli strike killed Iran's intelligence minister Esmail Khatib in Tehran, a day after killing security chief Ali Larijani and Basij commander Gholamreza Soleimani. Defence Minister Katz: 'no one in Iran has immunity and everyone is in the crosshairs.'", "lat": 35.6892, "lng": 51.389, "tid": "tehran", "tn": "Tehran", "dmg": 20, "cas": 5, "dl": "MODERATE — Intelligence chief assassinated", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/china/trump-criticises-allies-over-rejection-hormuz-request-iran-israel-trade-2026-03-17/" }, { "name": "CNN", "url": "https://www.cnn.com/2026/03/17/middleeast/us-israel-iran-middle-east-war-day-19-what-we-know-intl-hnk" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-18", "time": "morning", "side": "iran", "title": "Iranian missile kills 2 in Ramat Gan, Israel", "detail": "Rocket attack heavily damaged apartment building in Ramat Gan near Tel Aviv. Two people killed by severe shrapnel injuries. Israeli and US flags hung at impact site.", "lat": 32.0684, "lng": 34.8136, "tid": "ramat-gan", "tn": "Ramat Gan, Tel Aviv", "dmg": 25, "cas": 2, "dl": "MODERATE — Residential area struck", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "AP News", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/iran-iraq-us-israel-trump-march-18-2026-d7ca062ba1bf99d1f8dc00c8073cf10f" }, { "name": "CBS News", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-us-israel-persian-gulf-strait-of-hormuz-trump-netanyahu/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-18", "time": "afternoon", "side": "iran", "title": "Iran fires missiles at Qatar's Ras Laffan gas facility", "detail": "QatarEnergy reported 'extensive damage' after Iranian missiles struck Ras Laffan Industrial City, one of the world's largest LNG hubs. Qatar expelled two senior Iranian diplomats and rebuked both Israel and Iran. Iran had warned of retaliation after South Pars strike.", "lat": 25.9167, "lng": 51.5333, "tid": "ras-laffan", "tn": "Ras Laffan, Qatar", "dmg": 50, "cas": 0, "dl": "HEAVY — Major LNG hub damaged", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/china/trump-criticises-allies-over-rejection-hormuz-request-iran-israel-trade-2026-03-17/" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/3/18/qatar-says-iran-missile-attack-sparks-fire-causes-damage-at-gas-facility" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://www.wiwo.de/technologie/wirtschaft-von-oben/katar-die-schaeden-an-der-wichtigsten-lng-anlage-der-welt/100212278.html", "source": "LiveEO/Up42/Airbus via WirtschaftsWoche", "captureDate": "2026-03-22", "description": "High-resolution Airbus imagery shows damage to Ras Laffan LNG South production lines 4 and 6 and the Pearl GTL production line 2 after Iranian strikes" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-18", "time": "afternoon", "side": "iran", "title": "Saudi Arabia intercepts 4 ballistic missiles toward Riyadh", "detail": "Saudi Arabia intercepted and destroyed four ballistic missiles launched at Riyadh and thwarted a drone attack on an eastern gas facility. Phone alerts sent to Riyadh residents for the first time. Saudi Arabia: 'the little trust that remained in Iran has been completely shattered.'", "lat": 24.7136, "lng": 46.6753, "tid": "riyadh", "tn": "Riyadh, Saudi Arabia", "dmg": 5, "cas": 0, "dl": "MINOR — Missiles intercepted", "dc": "dmg-minor", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/riyadh-residents-receive-phone-alerts-first-time-warning-hostile-threat-2026-03-18/" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2026/3/19/iran-war-live-qatar-saudi-energy-sites-attacked-riyadh-says-trust-gone" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-18", "time": "morning", "side": "israel", "title": "Israeli strikes destroy buildings in central Beirut", "detail": "Israeli military hit central Beirut destroying apartment buildings in some of the most intense airstrikes on the Lebanese capital in decades. Zuqaq al-Blat district heavily impacted.", "lat": 33.8869, "lng": 35.5131, "tid": "beirut", "tn": "Beirut", "dmg": 40, "cas": 10, "dl": "HEAVY — Central Beirut devastated", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/israeli-strike-hits-central-beirut-after-evacuation-warning-2026-03-18/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-18", "time": "afternoon", "side": "israel", "title": "Israeli strikes kill 4 in Bekaa Valley, Lebanon", "detail": "At least four people killed in Israeli attack targeting four houses in the town of Sahmar in Lebanon's Bekaa Valley.", "lat": 33.7, "lng": 35.8, "tid": "bekaa-valley", "tn": "Bekaa Valley, Lebanon", "dmg": 20, "cas": 4, "dl": "MODERATE — Residential targets struck", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "Al Jazeera", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/3/18/iran-war-what-is-happening-on-day-19-of-us-israel-attacks" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-18", "time": "night", "side": "iran", "title": "Iran fires cluster munitions at Israel; 1 killed in Adanim", "detail": "Iran launched cluster missiles at Israel, which are harder to intercept. After midnight, a foreign national died in Adanim in central Israel. Police detonated unexploded cluster bomb ordnance in northern Israel. Death toll in Israel reaches at least 15.", "lat": 32.35, "lng": 34.92, "tid": "adanim", "tn": "Adanim, Central Israel", "dmg": 15, "cas": 1, "dl": "MODERATE — Cluster munitions used", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/china/trump-criticises-allies-over-rejection-hormuz-request-iran-israel-trade-2026-03-17/" }, { "name": "AP News", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/iran-iraq-us-israel-trump-march-18-2026-d7ca062ba1bf99d1f8dc00c8073cf10f" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-18", "time": "afternoon", "side": "iran", "title": "Iranian missile kills 3 Palestinians in West Bank", "detail": "Iranian missile attack killed at least 3 and injured several in the Israeli-occupied West Bank — the first Iranian strike to kill Palestinians in the West Bank since the war began.", "lat": 32, "lng": 35.2, "tid": "west-bank", "tn": "West Bank", "dmg": 15, "cas": 3, "dl": "MODERATE — First Palestinian deaths from Iranian fire", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "New York Times", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/03/18/world/iran-war-news-trump-oil" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-18", "time": "morning", "side": "us", "title": "Strike on Bushehr nuclear plant (no damage)", "detail": "IAEA reported Iran informed them of a strike on its only operational nuclear power plant at Bushehr. The UN nuclear watchdog confirmed it caused no damage.", "lat": 28.8325, "lng": 50.8864, "tid": "bushehr", "tn": "Bushehr Nuclear Plant", "dmg": 5, "cas": 0, "dl": "MINOR — No damage reported by IAEA", "dc": "dmg-minor", "sources": [ { "name": "Al Jazeera", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/3/18/iran-war-what-is-happening-on-day-19-of-us-israel-attacks" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://isis-online.org/isis-reports/impact-site-identified-near-the-iranian-bushehr-nuclear-power-plant", "source": "Airbus Pléiades Neo (via ISIS)", "captureDate": "2026-03-18", "description": "High-resolution Airbus imagery confirmed a projectile impact crater about 350 meters from the Bushehr reactor, with no damage to the reactor itself." } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-18", "time": "morning", "side": "iran", "title": "Iran projectile strikes near Australian military HQ in UAE", "detail": "An Iranian projectile struck near Australia's military headquarters for the Middle East in the UAE. PM Albanese confirmed the incident. Warning sirens also sounded across Bahrain.", "lat": 24.45, "lng": 54.65, "tid": "uae-aus-base", "tn": "UAE (Australian Military HQ)", "dmg": 10, "cas": 0, "dl": "MINOR — Near-miss on allied base", "dc": "dmg-minor", "sources": [ { "name": "Al Jazeera", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/3/18/iran-war-what-is-happening-on-day-19-of-us-israel-attacks" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-19", "time": "early morning", "side": "iran", "title": "Five Iranian missile salvos target Jerusalem and northern Israel", "detail": "Iran launched five ballistic missile salvos targeting Jerusalem and northern Israel within one hour. Sirens sounded across northern Israel and Jerusalem. Cluster munitions struck Haifa, with burning fragments crashing into the city. A missile fragment lodged in the Golan Heights.", "lat": 32.78, "lng": 35, "tid": "haifa-refinery", "tn": "Haifa / Northern Israel", "dmg": 30, "cas": 2, "dl": "MODERATE — Haifa refinery hit, cluster munitions used", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "Times of Israel", "url": "https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog-march-19-2026/" }, { "name": "CNN", "url": "https://www.cnn.com/2026/03/19/middleeast/us-israel-iran-middle-east-war-day-20-what-we-know-intl-hnk" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-19", "time": "morning", "side": "iran", "title": "Iranian strikes hit Ras Laffan LNG hub in Qatar", "detail": "Two waves of Iranian missiles caused 'extensive damage' at Qatar's Ras Laffan Industrial City, which processes ~20% of global LNG. QatarEnergy said damage will take 3-5 years to repair and wiped out 17% of Qatar's LNG capacity. Trump threatened to 'blow up the entirety of the South Pars Gas Field' if Iran attacked Qatar again.", "lat": 25.92, "lng": 51.53, "tid": "ras-laffan", "tn": "Ras Laffan Industrial City, Qatar", "dmg": 80, "cas": 0, "dl": "CRITICAL — 17% of Qatar LNG capacity destroyed", "dc": "dmg-critical", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/trump-vows-no-more-attacks-by-israel-iran-gas-field-after-it-violently-lashed-2026-03-19/" }, { "name": "CNN", "url": "https://www.cnn.com/2026/03/19/middleeast/us-israel-iran-middle-east-war-day-20-what-we-know-intl-hnk" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://wanaen.com/nasa-imagery-shows-fire-at-qatars-ras-laffan-gas-facility-after-strikes/", "source": "NASA FIRMS via WANA", "captureDate": "2026-03-19", "description": "NASA FIRMS thermal-anomaly data showed multiple hotspots and fires at sections of Qatar's Ras Laffan gas facility after overnight Iranian strikes." } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-19", "time": "morning", "side": "iran", "title": "Iranian strike on Saudi Riyadh refineries", "detail": "Saudi Arabia reported two refineries struck in its capital Riyadh. Saudi Arabia's main Red Sea port, used to divert exports around Iran's Hormuz closure, was also attacked.", "lat": 24.71, "lng": 46.67, "tid": "riyadh-refineries", "tn": "Riyadh, Saudi Arabia", "dmg": 40, "cas": 0, "dl": "SIGNIFICANT — Two refineries struck", "dc": "dmg-significant", "sources": [ { "name": "CNN", "url": "https://www.cnn.com/2026/03/19/middleeast/us-israel-iran-middle-east-war-day-20-what-we-know-intl-hnk" }, { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/trump-vows-no-more-attacks-by-israel-iran-gas-field-after-it-violently-lashed-2026-03-19/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-19", "time": "morning", "side": "israel", "title": "IDF strikes Bandar Anzali port on Caspian Sea", "detail": "IDF targeted 'dozens' of vessels at the 4th Artesh Naval District HQ at Bandar Anzali, Gilan Province, including the Moudge-class frigate IRIS Deylaman. Also hit a command center, shipyard, customs building, and Shahid Tamjidi Offshore Industries (defense ministry subsidiary). Shut down a critical Iran-Russia supply line for wheat and military equipment via the Caspian Sea.", "lat": 37.47, "lng": 49.46, "tid": "bandar-anzali", "tn": "Bandar Anzali Port, Gilan", "dmg": 70, "cas": 0, "dl": "CRITICAL — Iran-Russia Caspian supply line severed", "dc": "dmg-critical", "sources": [ { "name": "ISW", "url": "https://understandingwar.org/research/middle-east/iran-update-special-report-march-19-2026/" }, { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/trump-vows-no-more-attacks-by-israel-iran-gas-field-after-it-violently-lashed-2026-03-19/" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://understandingwar.org/research/middle-east/iran-update-special-report-march-24-2026/", "source": "Commercial satellite imagery (via ISW)", "captureDate": "2026-03-22", "description": "Substantial damage to Iranian naval and air infrastructure at 4th Artesh Naval District HQ at Bandar Anzali Port" }, { "url": "https://www.wsj.com/world/middle-east/satellite-images-show-iran-is-rebuilding-fast-199978f7", "source": "Planet Labs PBC via Wall Street Journal", "captureDate": "2026-07-01", "description": "Planet Labs imagery from the beginning of July shows partial reconstruction at the IRGC-linked shipyard in Bandar Anzali after Israel's March strikes." } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-19", "time": "daytime", "side": "israel", "title": "IDF hits 130+ targets in western and central Iran", "detail": "IDF reported striking over 130 targets across western and central Iran over the past day, including IRGC missile sites near Borazjan (Bushehr Province) and the Shahroud Missile Facility launch pad in Semnan Province. Combined force has now destroyed ~85% of Iran's surface-to-air missiles.", "lat": 33.5, "lng": 51, "tid": "iran-wide-strikes", "tn": "Western & Central Iran", "dmg": 60, "cas": 0, "dl": "SIGNIFICANT — 85% of Iran's SAMs destroyed", "dc": "dmg-significant", "sources": [ { "name": "ISW", "url": "https://understandingwar.org/research/middle-east/iran-update-special-report-march-19-2026/" }, { "name": "Times of Israel", "url": "https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog-march-19-2026/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-19", "time": "daytime", "side": "other", "title": "Hezbollah long-range missile targets southern Israel", "detail": "Hezbollah launched its longest-range attack ever, triggering sirens in Ashkelon and areas near Gaza (~200km from Lebanon border). Likely used Fateh-110, Scud, or Zelzal-2 missiles.", "lat": 31.67, "lng": 34.57, "tid": "ashkelon", "tn": "Ashkelon, Southern Israel", "dmg": 15, "cas": 0, "dl": "MODERATE — Record-range Hezbollah attack", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "ISW", "url": "https://understandingwar.org/research/middle-east/iran-update-special-report-march-19-2026/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-20", "time": "early morning", "side": "israel", "title": "Israel launches 'wave of strikes' on Tehran", "detail": "Israeli military announced targeted attacks on Iranian government infrastructure in Tehran in a 'wave of strikes' early Friday morning. IRGC spokesman Ali Mohammed Naini was killed in the strike. Iran's intelligence minister Esmail Khatib was also killed (funeral held same day).", "lat": 35.69, "lng": 51.39, "tid": "tehran-gov", "tn": "Tehran Government District", "dmg": 60, "cas": 2, "dl": "SIGNIFICANT — IRGC spokesman + intelligence minister killed", "dc": "dmg-significant", "sources": [ { "name": "New York Times", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/03/20/world/iran-war-oil-trump" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2026/3/20/iran-war-live-tehran-warns-of-intensified-strikes-if-energy-sites-targeted" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-20", "time": "morning", "side": "us", "title": "US intensifies Strait of Hormuz operations", "detail": "US warplanes and attack helicopters ramped up assaults against Iranian drones and naval vessels in the Strait of Hormuz in an effort to reopen the critical waterway. Iran has used mines, missiles and armed drones to effectively shut down shipping through the strait.", "lat": 26.56, "lng": 56.25, "tid": "hormuz-strait", "tn": "Strait of Hormuz", "dmg": 40, "cas": 0, "dl": "SIGNIFICANT — US scrambling to reopen strait", "dc": "dmg-significant", "sources": [ { "name": "New York Times", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/03/20/world/iran-war-oil-trump" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-20", "time": "morning", "side": "iran", "title": "Drone strike on Kuwait's Mina al-Ahmadi refinery", "detail": "A drone attack caused fires at Kuwait's Mina al-Ahmadi refinery for the second consecutive day, per Kuwait Petroleum Corporation.", "lat": 29.06, "lng": 48.17, "tid": "kuwait-refinery", "tn": "Mina al-Ahmadi, Kuwait", "dmg": 30, "cas": 0, "dl": "MODERATE — Second consecutive day of attacks", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "New York Times", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/03/20/world/iran-war-oil-trump" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-20", "time": "morning", "side": "iran", "title": "Iran launches drones/missiles at Gulf states", "detail": "Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Bahrain and UAE reported intercepting drone and missile attacks from Iran. Falling shrapnel started a fire at a warehouse in Bahrain.", "lat": 26.07, "lng": 50.55, "tid": "bahrain", "tn": "Bahrain / Gulf States", "dmg": 15, "cas": 0, "dl": "MINOR — Mostly intercepted, shrapnel fires in Bahrain", "dc": "dmg-minor", "sources": [ { "name": "New York Times", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/03/20/world/iran-war-oil-trump" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2026/3/20/iran-war-live-tehran-warns-of-intensified-strikes-if-energy-sites-targeted" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-20", "time": "evening", "side": "us", "title": "US strikes Karaj missile assembly facility", "detail": "CENTCOM announced a targeted strike on a ballistic missile production and assembly facility in Karaj. The facility was used to assemble missiles threatening US civilians and regional countries.", "lat": 35.84, "lng": 50.97, "tid": "karaj-missile", "tn": "Karaj", "dmg": 70, "cas": 0, "dl": "SIGNIFICANT — Missile production facility destroyed", "dc": "dmg-significant", "sources": [ { "name": "Alma Center", "url": "https://israel-alma.org/daily-report-the-second-iran-war-march-20-2026-1600/" }, { "name": "CNN", "url": "https://www.cnn.com/world/live-news/iran-war-us-israel-trump-03-20-26" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/article-890636", "source": "CENTCOM satellite imagery (via Jerusalem Post)", "captureDate": "2026-03-11", "description": "Before/after satellite imagery posted by CENTCOM shows damage to the Karaj Surface-to-Surface Missile Plant after a U.S. strike on the facility" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-20", "time": "afternoon", "side": "israel", "title": "IDF strikes 130+ targets across Iran", "detail": "IDF targeted more than 130 regime infrastructures including ballistic missile launchers, UAVs, and air defense systems across Tehran, Parchin, Kerman, Arak, and Bandar Lengeh. Additional strikes reported in Yazd, Borazjan, Hormozgan, and Ahvaz.", "lat": 35.24, "lng": 52, "tid": "parchin-complex", "tn": "Parchin / Multiple Sites", "dmg": 60, "cas": 0, "dl": "SIGNIFICANT — 130+ military targets struck in broad wave", "dc": "dmg-significant", "sources": [ { "name": "Alma Center", "url": "https://israel-alma.org/daily-report-the-second-iran-war-march-20-2026-1600/" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://apnews.com/article/iran-us-war-satellite-photos-damage-uae-bahrain-4b5edabf4c8cc89a56150ca4f1b7c06f", "source": "Planet Labs PBC", "captureDate": "2026-03-06", "description": "Damaged buildings at Parchin military base outside Tehran, linked to ballistic missile program" }, { "url": "https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/cf29999/2147483647/strip/true/crop/2176x1450+0+0/resize/599x399!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2Fe0%2F6e%2F2594ef6d5356a791b56413cc8808%2Fbe43ad1c9e814d899ec1c9ed04a37b9d", "source": "Planet Labs PBC via AP", "captureDate": "2026-03-06", "description": "Direct AP satellite image shows damaged buildings at Iran's Parchin military base outside Tehran" }, { "url": "https://media.cnn.com/api/v1/images/stellar/prod/katie-iran-post-mou-thumb-1.jpg?c=original", "source": "Vantor via CNN / Institute for Science and International Security", "captureDate": "2026-07-07", "description": "Direct CNN-hosted Vantor satellite image labeled Parchin, Iran, shows post-strike repair/rebuilding activity at the Taleghan 2 area after damage from earlier strikes." } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-20", "time": "daytime", "side": "us", "title": "US F-35 hit by anti-aircraft fire, emergency landing", "detail": "A US Air Force F-35 fighter jet was forced to make an emergency landing at an American base in the Middle East after being hit by anti-aircraft fire during a mission over Iran.", "lat": 32.4, "lng": 45, "tid": "f35-incident", "tn": "Over Iran / US Base", "dmg": 10, "cas": 0, "dl": "MINOR — F-35 damaged but safely landed", "dc": "dmg-minor", "sources": [ { "name": "Alma Center", "url": "https://israel-alma.org/daily-report-the-second-iran-war-march-20-2026-1600/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-20", "time": "evening", "side": "iran", "title": "Iran attacks US Embassy logistics base in Baghdad", "detail": "Iran claimed it targeted the US Embassy's logistics base in Baghdad three times in one day with rockets and drones. The embassy has faced multiple attacks since the war began.", "lat": 33.3, "lng": 44.39, "tid": "baghdad-embassy", "tn": "Baghdad, Iraq", "dmg": 20, "cas": 0, "dl": "MINOR — Multiple attacks on embassy logistics", "dc": "dmg-minor", "sources": [ { "name": "CNN", "url": "https://www.cnn.com/world/live-news/iran-war-us-israel-trump-03-20-26" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-21", "time": "morning", "side": "us", "title": "Israel strikes Tehran, Isfahan, and Karaj", "detail": "Israeli military launched fresh wave of strikes on Saturday targeting Tehran, Isfahan, and Karaj. Explosions reported across several parts of the Iranian capital and surrounding cities.", "lat": 35.69, "lng": 51.39, "tid": "tehran-gov", "tn": "Tehran / Isfahan / Karaj", "dmg": 50, "cas": 0, "dl": "SIGNIFICANT — Continued bombardment of multiple cities", "dc": "dmg-significant", "sources": [ { "name": "Indian Express", "url": "https://indianexpress.com/article/world/us-news/us-israel-vs-iran-war-news-live-updates-tehran-strikes-netanyahu-ground-invasion-nowruz-10591491/" }, { "name": "Times of Israel", "url": "https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog-march-21-2026/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-21", "time": "morning", "side": "iran", "title": "Cluster missile hits Rishon Lezion, Israel", "detail": "Iran fired a ballistic missile carrying a cluster bomb warhead at central Israel. Bomblets struck several sites in Rishon Lezion including an empty daycare. No injuries reported.", "lat": 31.96, "lng": 34.8, "tid": "rishon-lezion", "tn": "Rishon Lezion, Israel", "dmg": 20, "cas": 0, "dl": "MINOR — Cluster munitions, property damage only", "dc": "dmg-minor", "sources": [ { "name": "Times of Israel", "url": "https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog-march-21-2026/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-21", "time": "overnight", "side": "iran", "title": "Iran fires ballistic missiles at Diego Garcia", "detail": "Iran fired two intermediate-range ballistic missiles at Diego Garcia, a joint US-UK military base in the Indian Ocean (~3,800 km away). Neither missile struck the base. Israel confirmed Iran used a two-stage ICBM with 4,000+ km range — a capability not previously revealed. Iran later denied the attack, calling it an \"Israeli false flag.\" UK Foreign Secretary condemned the \"reckless threats.\" Analysts noted this puts Europe within Iranian missile range.", "lat": -7.32, "lng": 72.42, "tid": "diego-garcia", "tn": "Diego Garcia, Indian Ocean", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "MISS — Both missiles failed to hit base", "dc": "dmg-none", "sources": [ { "name": "CNN", "url": "https://www.cnn.com/2026/03/21/politics/iran-missiles-diego-garcia" }, { "name": "BBC", "url": "https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c5yljdgwppzo" }, { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/2026/03/21/us/politics/iran-missiles-military-base.html" }, { "name": "CNBC", "url": "https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/22/uk-confirms-iran-fired-two-missiles-at-british-american-base.html" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/3/22/did-iran-launch-missiles-at-us-uk-base-on-diego-garcia-heres-what-to-know" }, { "name": "AP News", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/diego-garcia-iran-missiles-what-to-know-d51bd9c3bcd83ee0300288221bff5614" }, { "name": "The Guardian", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/mar/21/iran-reportedly-fires-missiles-towards-uk-us-base-on-diego-garcia" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-21", "time": "overnight", "side": "israel", "title": "IDF strikes Hezbollah command centers in Beirut", "detail": "IAF struck Hezbollah command centers in Beirut overnight after issuing evacuation warnings for southern suburbs. Givati Brigade troops also killed several Hezbollah operatives in south Lebanon firefight.", "lat": 33.86, "lng": 35.5, "tid": "beirut-south", "tn": "Beirut, Lebanon", "dmg": 40, "cas": 3, "dl": "MODERATE — Command centers hit, operatives killed", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "Times of Israel", "url": "https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog-march-21-2026/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-21", "time": "morning", "side": "other", "title": "US lifts Iran oil sanctions temporarily", "detail": "US paused sanctions on Iranian oil stranded on tankers at sea until April 19, seeking to curb soaring energy prices. Brent crude peaked above $116/barrel. Indian and Asian refiners plan to resume buying Iranian oil.", "lat": 26.56, "lng": 56.25, "tid": "hormuz-strait", "tn": "Strait of Hormuz / Global", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "DIPLOMATIC — Temporary sanctions relief on Iranian oil", "dc": "dmg-none", "sources": [ { "name": "AP via Indian Express", "url": "https://indianexpress.com/article/world/us-news/us-israel-vs-iran-war-news-live-updates-tehran-strikes-netanyahu-ground-invasion-nowruz-10591491/" }, { "name": "NPR", "url": "https://www.npr.org/2026/03/20/nx-s1-5754550/israel-strikes-tehran-iran-attacks-gulf" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-21", "time": "daytime", "side": "us", "title": "Natanz nuclear enrichment facility struck again", "detail": "Iran's main nuclear enrichment site at Natanz was struck for the third time in the conflict. Israel denied responsibility. IAEA said no leakage reported. Mizan (Iranian judiciary media) confirmed no nuclear material leaked. Russia warned of \"real risk of catastrophic disaster.\"", "lat": 33.7225, "lng": 51.7275, "tid": "natanz", "tn": "Natanz Nuclear Facility", "dmg": 50, "cas": 0, "dl": "HEAVY — Third strike on enrichment site, no leakage reported", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "AP News", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/iran-us-israel-trump-lebanon-march-21-2026-260bac76e5554ff31aaf5a3a30c92a2e" }, { "name": "DW", "url": "https://www.dw.com/en/iran-war-israel-launches-strikes-on-tehran-beirut/live-76462692" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-21", "time": "evening", "side": "iran", "title": "Iranian missiles strike Dimona, near nuclear research center", "detail": "Iranian ballistic missiles struck the town of Dimona (~20 km from Israel's nuclear research center). Israeli air defenses launched interceptors but failed to hit the missiles. Over 40 people injured. First time Iranian missiles penetrated air defenses in the Dimona area.", "lat": 31.0689, "lng": 35.033, "tid": "dimona", "tn": "Dimona, Israel", "dmg": 40, "cas": 40, "dl": "MODERATE — Ballistic missile direct hit, interceptors failed", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "AP News", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/iran-us-israel-trump-lebanon-march-21-2026-260bac76e5554ff31aaf5a3a30c92a2e" }, { "name": "DW", "url": "https://www.dw.com/en/iran-war-israel-launches-strikes-on-tehran-beirut/live-76462692" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-21", "time": "evening", "side": "iran", "title": "Iranian missiles strike Arad, 59 injured", "detail": "Iranian ballistic missiles with warheads weighing hundreds of kilograms struck Arad (~35 km from Israel's nuclear research center). Interceptors launched but failed. Widespread damage across at least 10 apartment buildings, 3 in danger of collapsing. At least 59 injured.", "lat": 31.2589, "lng": 35.2131, "tid": "arad", "tn": "Arad, Israel", "dmg": 50, "cas": 59, "dl": "HEAVY — Multiple buildings damaged, 3 near collapse", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "AP News", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/iran-us-israel-trump-lebanon-march-21-2026-260bac76e5554ff31aaf5a3a30c92a2e" }, { "name": "DW", "url": "https://www.dw.com/en/iran-war-israel-launches-strikes-on-tehran-beirut/live-76462692" }, { "name": "CNBC", "url": "https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/21/iran-targeted-but-did-not-hit-diego-garcia-base-with-missiles-wsj.html" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-21", "time": "evening", "side": "iran", "title": "Iranian drones strike Kuwait's Mina al-Ahmadi refinery", "detail": "Two waves of Iranian drones hit Kuwait's Mina al-Ahmadi refinery, one of the Middle East's largest (730,000 bpd capacity), sparking a fire. Kuwait MOD confirmed it is actively dealing with hostile missile and drone attacks.", "lat": 29.0611, "lng": 48.1528, "tid": "mina-al-ahmadi", "tn": "Mina al-Ahmadi Refinery, Kuwait", "dmg": 60, "cas": 0, "dl": "HEAVY — Fire at major refinery (730k bpd capacity)", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "Al Jazeera", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/3/21/iran-war-what-is-happening-on-day-22-of-us-israel-attacks" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-21", "time": "evening", "side": "other", "title": "Saudi Arabia intercepts 47 Iranian drones", "detail": "Saudi MOD reported intercepting and destroying 47 drones including a concentrated barrage of 38 drones within 3 hours over its eastern region. Bahrain reported destroying 143 missiles and 242 drones total since Feb 28.", "lat": 26.35, "lng": 50.1, "tid": "saudi-east", "tn": "Eastern Saudi Arabia", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "INTERCEPTED — 47 drones shot down", "dc": "dmg-none", "sources": [ { "name": "Al Jazeera", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/3/21/iran-war-what-is-happening-on-day-22-of-us-israel-attacks" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-21", "time": "night", "side": "other", "title": "Trump threatens to destroy Iran's power plants — 48-hour ultimatum on Hormuz", "detail": "Trump posted on Truth Social giving Iran 48 hours to fully reopen the Strait of Hormuz or face destruction of power plants \"STARTING WITH THE BIGGEST ONE FIRST.\" Iran warned any strike on energy facilities would prompt attacks on US and Israeli energy assets. Comes one day after Trump said he was considering \"winding down\" the operation.", "lat": 26.56, "lng": 56.25, "tid": "hormuz-strait", "tn": "Strait of Hormuz / Global", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "DIPLOMATIC — 48-hour ultimatum to reopen Hormuz", "dc": "dmg-none", "sources": [ { "name": "AP News", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/iran-us-israel-trump-lebanon-march-21-2026-260bac76e5554ff31aaf5a3a30c92a2e" }, { "name": "CNBC", "url": "https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/21/iran-targeted-but-did-not-hit-diego-garcia-base-with-missiles-wsj.html" }, { "name": "DW", "url": "https://www.dw.com/en/iran-war-israel-launches-strikes-on-tehran-beirut/live-76462692" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-22", "time": "morning", "side": "other", "title": "Iran claims Hormuz open to non-enemy ships", "detail": "Iran's representative to the UN IMO, Ali Mousavi, said the Strait of Hormuz is open to all vessels except ships of \"enemy\" countries. Called US-Israeli aggression the \"root\" cause of closure. Said diplomacy remains Iran's priority but cessation of aggression is essential.", "lat": 26.56, "lng": 56.25, "tid": "hormuz-strait", "tn": "Strait of Hormuz", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "DIPLOMATIC — Iran says strait open except for enemy ships", "dc": "dmg-none", "sources": [ { "name": "The Guardian", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/mar/22/middle-east-crisis-live-iran-war-trump-ultimatum-major-attack-strait-of-hormuz-open-israel-hit-tehran-retaliation" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-22", "time": "morning", "side": "other", "title": "20+ nations sign joint statement demanding Hormuz reopening", "detail": "Germany, UAE, Bahrain, UK, France, Japan, South Korea, Australia and over 20 allies signed a joint statement to contribute to efforts to secure shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, condemning Iran's attacks on commercial vessels and oil/gas facilities.", "lat": 50.11, "lng": 8.68, "tid": "international", "tn": "International / Berlin", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "DIPLOMATIC — Joint demand to reopen Hormuz", "dc": "dmg-none", "sources": [ { "name": "DW", "url": "https://www.dw.com/en/iran-war-israel-launches-strikes-on-tehran-beirut/live-76462692" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-22", "time": "evening", "side": "iran", "title": "Iranian missiles strike Dimona and Arad near Israeli nuclear site", "detail": "Two Iranian ballistic missiles hit the cities of Dimona and Arad in southern Israel, just 8 miles from Israel's main nuclear facility. More than 10 people seriously injured, dozens more hurt. Renewed concerns about whether Israel was holding back its most sophisticated air defenses. Israel cancelled in-person classes nationwide for March 22-23.", "lat": 31.07, "lng": 35.21, "tid": "dimona", "tn": "Dimona / Negev", "dmg": 15, "cas": 40, "dl": "MODERATE — Missiles hit near Israeli nuclear facility", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "ISW", "url": "https://understandingwar.org/research/middle-east/iran-update-evening-special-report-march-22-2026/" }, { "name": "CNN", "url": "https://www.cnn.com/2026/03/22/middleeast/us-israel-iran-middle-east-war-day-23-what-we-know-intl-hnk" }, { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/03/22/world/iran-war-oil-trump" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-22", "time": "daytime", "side": "us", "title": "Combined force strikes Khojir Aerospace Complex missile facilities", "detail": "IDF confirmed strikes on Defense Ministry weapons production and storage site at Khojir Aerospace Complex southeast of Tehran. Facility was final assembly site for Fath-360, Fateh-110, Zolfaghar, and Haj Qasem ballistic missiles. Explosions reported near Damavand town. CENTCOM published satellite imagery showing extensive damage.", "lat": 35.58, "lng": 51.63, "tid": "khojir-complex", "tn": "Khojir Aerospace Complex", "dmg": 80, "cas": 0, "dl": "HEAVY — Missile assembly facility destroyed", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "ISW", "url": "https://understandingwar.org/research/middle-east/iran-update-evening-special-report-march-22-2026/" }, { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/03/22/world/iran-war-oil-trump" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/03/22/world/iran-war-oil-trump", "source": "CENTCOM", "captureDate": "2026-03-22", "description": "CENTCOM published satellite imagery showing extensive damage at Khojir Aerospace Complex missile assembly facility" }, { "url": "https://www.washingtonpost.com/investigations/2026/03/29/iran-ballistic-missile-sites/", "source": "Vantor/Airbus Pléiades", "captureDate": "2026-03-24", "description": "Washington Post analysis: at least 88 structures destroyed at Khojir Military Complex, a key missile R&D and manufacturing facility" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-22", "time": "daytime", "side": "us", "title": "Strikes on Artesh base and IRGC facility near Karaj", "detail": "IDF struck an Artesh base used for personnel training and missile storage in southwest Tehran, plus an IRGC Aerospace Force weapons production facility west of Tehran. Multiple explosions reported in Karaj, Alborz Province.", "lat": 35.83, "lng": 50.97, "tid": "karaj-military", "tn": "Karaj / West Tehran", "dmg": 60, "cas": 0, "dl": "HEAVY — Military training and production facilities hit", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "ISW", "url": "https://understandingwar.org/research/middle-east/iran-update-evening-special-report-march-22-2026/" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/features/2026/6/8/satellite-images-show-destruction-of-the-us-israel-war-on-iran", "source": "Airbus via Al Jazeera OSU", "captureDate": "2026-04-10", "description": "High-resolution Airbus imagery shows collapsed roofs, severe structural damage to northern hangars and technical facilities, debris, and burn marks at Fath Air Base near Karaj." } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-22", "time": "daytime", "side": "us", "title": "8th Tactical Air Base in Isfahan struck again", "detail": "Fire reported at 8th Tactical Air Base in Isfahan Province after renewed combined force strikes. Base previously hit on March 7 and 8. Satellite imagery also confirmed two craters on Bushehr Airport runway from strikes between March 14-22.", "lat": 32.62, "lng": 51.68, "tid": "isfahan-airbase", "tn": "8th Tactical Air Base, Isfahan", "dmg": 50, "cas": 0, "dl": "HEAVY — Air base struck for third time", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "ISW", "url": "https://understandingwar.org/research/middle-east/iran-update-evening-special-report-march-22-2026/" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://www.reuters.com/pictures/satellite-images-show-scope-iran-strikes-2026-03-17/", "source": "Vantor", "captureDate": "2026-03-08", "description": "Destroyed buildings at Isfahan airport area, later struck again" }, { "url": "https://pbs.twimg.com/media/HDGncwxaMAcCvl8.jpg?format=jpg&name=large", "source": "Vantor via GlobalSecurity/OSINTdefender", "captureDate": "2026-03-11", "description": "Direct Vantor image shows approximately a dozen aircraft destroyed at Khatami/8th Tactical Air Base near Isfahan after March strikes" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-22", "time": "daytime", "side": "us", "title": "Underground missile bases struck in Fars and Hormozgan", "detail": "Combined force struck exterior of underground missile base between Gerash and Lar in Fars Province (hit March 16 and 22). Also confirmed strikes on missile launchers and tunnel entrances at underground bases in Hajjiabad (Hormozgan) and Darab (Fars) from March 20.", "lat": 27.67, "lng": 54.15, "tid": "fars-underground", "tn": "Underground Missile Bases, Fars/Hormozgan", "dmg": 40, "cas": 0, "dl": "MODERATE — Tunnel entrances and launchers damaged", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "ISW", "url": "https://understandingwar.org/research/middle-east/iran-update-evening-special-report-march-22-2026/" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://www.washingtonpost.com/investigations/2026/03/29/iran-ballistic-missile-sites/", "source": "Vantor", "captureDate": "2026-03-09", "description": "WashPost analysis: 15 facilities destroyed and 2 tunnel entrances struck at Khorgu Missile Base, Hormozgan Province" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-22", "time": "daytime", "side": "israel", "title": "Israel orders demolition of bridges over Litani River in Lebanon", "detail": "Defense Minister Israel Katz ordered military to step up demolition of bridges and houses in Lebanon. Lebanese President Joseph Aoun accused Israel of \"suspicious plans\" to establish a buffer zone in the south. Israel's military chief said campaign against Hezbollah had \"only just begun.\"", "lat": 33.35, "lng": 35.48, "tid": "litani-river", "tn": "Litani River, Southern Lebanon", "dmg": 30, "cas": 0, "dl": "MODERATE — Bridge demolitions, possible occupation prep", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/2026/03/22/world/middleeast/israel-lebanon-fighting-hezbollah.html" }, { "name": "ABC AU", "url": "https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03-23/iran-israel-war-live-monday-march-23-2026/106484540" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://www.nbcnews.com/world/lebanon/fears-gaza-model-lebanon-satellite-imagery-destruction-rcna265242", "source": "Airbus DS", "captureDate": "2026-03-17", "description": "Before/after showing Khardali Bridge over Litani River destroyed; at least 7 bridges struck by Israeli forces" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-22", "time": "evening", "side": "other", "title": "IRGC threatens to hit Gulf power plants and desalination facilities", "detail": "Iran's Revolutionary Guard said if US targets Iranian energy facilities, it will respond by hitting power plants supplying electricity to US bases, plus economic and industrial infrastructure with American shareholders. \"Do not doubt that we will do this.\" Iran dismissed Trump's 48-hour Hormuz ultimatum and threatened to consider power plants and water facilities \"legitimate targets.\"", "lat": 35.69, "lng": 51.39, "tid": "tehran-irgc", "tn": "Tehran / IRGC Statement", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "DIPLOMATIC — IRGC threatens regional energy infrastructure retaliation", "dc": "dmg-none", "sources": [ { "name": "ABC AU", "url": "https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03-23/iran-israel-war-live-monday-march-23-2026/106484540" }, { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/03/22/world/iran-war-oil-trump" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-23", "time": "early morning", "side": "israel", "title": "Israel launches wide-scale strikes on Tehran — power outages across capital", "detail": "Israel announced \"wide-scale wave of strikes\" targeting Tehran infrastructure early Monday. Power went out across large parts of the capital with sustained strikes hitting eastern, western, and northern regions. Blackouts affected neighborhoods across the city of 10 million. Came as Trump's 48-hour Hormuz ultimatum neared expiry.", "lat": 35.69, "lng": 51.39, "tid": "tehran-infrastructure", "tn": "Tehran Infrastructure", "dmg": 70, "cas": 0, "dl": "HEAVY — Power grid struck, citywide blackouts", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/03/23/world/iran-war-oil-trump" }, { "name": "ABC AU", "url": "https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03-23/iran-israel-war-live-monday-march-23-2026/106484540" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-23", "time": "morning", "side": "iran", "title": "Iran threatens to mine entire Persian Gulf if coasts attacked", "detail": "Iran's Defence Council warned that any attack on Iran's southern coast or islands would trigger mine-laying across all Gulf routes with \"various types of sea mines, including floating mines released from the coast.\" Said entire Gulf would be in situation similar to Strait of Hormuz \"for a long time.\" US reportedly considering plans to occupy or blockade Kharg Island, Iran's main oil export hub.", "lat": 27, "lng": 52, "tid": "persian-gulf", "tn": "Persian Gulf", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "DIPLOMATIC — Iran threatens to mine entire Gulf", "dc": "dmg-none", "sources": [ { "name": "ABC AU", "url": "https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03-23/iran-israel-war-live-monday-march-23-2026/106484540" }, { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-23", "time": "morning", "side": "other", "title": "Asian stock markets tumble; oil surges past 13/barrel", "detail": "Asian markets fell sharply on escalation fears: South Korea's Kospi dropped 6.5%, Japan/China/Hong Kong fell ~3.5%. Brent crude rose above 13/barrel; US benchmark jumped above 00. Global economic impact widening — UN warned tens of millions more could face hunger. War has displaced 3.2 million in Iran and 1 million in Lebanon.", "lat": 37.57, "lng": 126.98, "tid": "global-markets", "tn": "Global / Asian Markets", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "ECONOMIC — Markets crash, oil spikes on escalation", "dc": "dmg-none", "sources": [ { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/03/23/world/iran-war-oil-trump" }, { "name": "ABC AU", "url": "https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03-23/iran-israel-war-live-monday-march-23-2026/106484540" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-23", "time": "afternoon", "side": "other", "title": "Trump postpones power plant strikes, gives Iran 5-day window", "detail": "Trump abruptly shelved his 48-hour Hormuz ultimatum and announced \"very good and productive conversations\" with Iran. Gave a 5-day period for diplomacy. \"We'll see how that goes, and if it goes well, we're going to end up with settling this. Otherwise, we'll keep bombing our little hearts out.\" Pakistan joining mediation efforts; in-person meeting may be held in Islamabad.", "lat": 38.9, "lng": -77.04, "tid": "washington-dc", "tn": "Washington DC", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "DIPLOMATIC — Trump delays energy strikes, signals talks", "dc": "dmg-none", "sources": [ { "name": "NBC News", "url": "https://www.nbcnews.com/world/middle-east/live-blog/live-updates-iran-war-trump-hormuz-deadline-energy-crisis-gulf-power-rcna264685" }, { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/03/23/world/iran-war-oil-trump" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-23", "time": "afternoon", "side": "us", "title": "CENTCOM: Over 9,000 strikes, 140+ Iranian naval vessels destroyed", "detail": "U.S. Central Command released operational summary: more than 9,000 Iranian targets struck, over 140 Iranian naval vessels damaged or destroyed, and upward of 9,000 combat flights flown since Operation Epic Fury began Feb 28. Described as largest naval defeat since WWII.", "lat": 25.35, "lng": 51.38, "tid": "centcom-hq", "tn": "CENTCOM / Persian Gulf", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "MILESTONE — 9,000+ targets struck in 3.5 weeks", "dc": "dmg-none", "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-us-israel-trump-ultimatum-strait-of-hormuz/" }, { "name": "NBC News", "url": "https://www.nbcnews.com/world/middle-east/live-blog/live-updates-iran-war-trump-hormuz-deadline-energy-crisis-gulf-power-rcna264685" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-23", "time": "evening", "side": "israel", "title": "IDF strikes IRGC intelligence HQs and weapons storage in Tehran", "detail": "Israeli Air Force struck two IRGC intelligence headquarters, an Iranian Intelligence Ministry HQ, weapon storage sites, and air defense systems in Tehran. Netanyahu confirmed he spoke with Trump and that strikes in Iran and Lebanon will continue. Said Israel killed two additional nuclear scientists in recent days.", "lat": 35.69, "lng": 51.42, "tid": "tehran-irgc", "tn": "Tehran / IRGC HQ", "dmg": 60, "cas": 0, "dl": "HEAVY — Multiple intel HQs and weapons depots struck", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "Times of Israel", "url": "https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog-march-24-2026/" }, { "name": "NBC News", "url": "https://www.nbcnews.com/world/middle-east/live-blog/live-updates-iran-war-trump-hormuz-deadline-energy-crisis-gulf-power-rcna264685" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-23", "time": "overnight", "side": "israel", "title": "IDF strikes 50+ targets overnight across northern and central Iran", "detail": "Overnight wave of Israeli airstrikes hit more than 50 targets in northern and central Iran, including sites used to store and launch ballistic missiles. Continued systematic campaign against Iran's missile infrastructure.", "lat": 34.8, "lng": 50.9, "tid": "iran-central", "tn": "Northern / Central Iran", "dmg": 50, "cas": 0, "dl": "HEAVY — 50+ missile sites and launch facilities struck", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "Times of Israel", "url": "https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog-march-24-2026/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-24", "time": "early morning", "side": "us", "title": "Isfahan and Khorramshahr energy infrastructure struck", "detail": "Airstrikes hit the gas administration building and a gas pressure reduction station on Kaveh Street in Isfahan, damaging facilities and nearby homes. A gas pipeline for the Khorramshahr power plant was also targeted. Governor said projectile struck area outside the pipeline station with no casualties.", "lat": 32.65, "lng": 51.68, "tid": "isfahan-energy", "tn": "Isfahan / Khorramshahr", "dmg": 40, "cas": 0, "dl": "MODERATE — Energy infrastructure hit in Isfahan and Khorramshahr", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "NBC News", "url": "https://www.nbcnews.com/world/middle-east/live-blog/live-updates-iran-war-trump-hormuz-deadline-energy-crisis-gulf-power-rcna264685" }, { "name": "Fars News", "url": "https://t.me/farsna/423189" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-24", "time": "morning", "side": "iran", "title": "Iranian ballistic missile hits Tel Aviv — 3 buildings damaged", "detail": "Iranian warhead impacted a street in central Tel Aviv, causing significant damage to three buildings. Four people lightly injured, none hospitalized. Home Front Command assessed it was a standalone warhead (not cluster munition) but smaller than previous conventional warheads. At least 7 Iranian missile launches since midnight targeting southern and central Israel.", "lat": 32.07, "lng": 34.78, "tid": "tel-aviv", "tn": "Tel Aviv", "dmg": 30, "cas": 4, "dl": "MODERATE — Warhead impact in central Tel Aviv, 4 light injuries", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "Times of Israel", "url": "https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog-march-24-2026/" }, { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/03/24/world/iran-war-trump-oil" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-24", "time": "morning", "side": "other", "title": "Hezbollah fires 30 rockets at Haifa Bay area", "detail": "Hezbollah launched a barrage of approximately 30 rockets from Lebanon targeting the Haifa Bay area. Most rockets intercepted by air defenses. Sirens sounded in Acre and Krayot suburbs. No injuries reported.", "lat": 32.82, "lng": 35, "tid": "haifa", "tn": "Haifa Bay", "dmg": 5, "cas": 0, "dl": "LIGHT — 30 rockets mostly intercepted, no injuries", "dc": "dmg-light", "sources": [ { "name": "Times of Israel", "url": "https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog-march-24-2026/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-24", "time": "early morning", "side": "israel", "title": "Israel strikes Beirut southern suburbs — first in days", "detail": "Series of strikes hit Beirut's Dahiyeh southern suburbs early Tuesday, the first attack on the Hezbollah stronghold in several days. Israeli military said it captured two Hezbollah members in southern Lebanon. IDF spokesperson said \"the battle against Hezbollah has only just begun.\" Lebanon health ministry reports 1,039 killed since conflict started.", "lat": 33.84, "lng": 35.5, "tid": "beirut-dahiyeh", "tn": "Beirut / Dahiyeh", "dmg": 50, "cas": 0, "dl": "HEAVY — Strikes resume on Hezbollah stronghold", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-war-west-asia-conflict-march-24-2026-live-updates/article70778112.ece" }, { "name": "BBC", "url": "https://www.bbc.com/news/live/ce35wke27ynt" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-24", "time": "evening", "side": "iran", "title": "Iranian cluster munitions hit Bnei Brak — 9 injured", "detail": "Iranian ballistic missile cluster munitions impacted the city of Bnei Brak near Tel Aviv, injuring 9 people. First responders treated casualties at the scene. The Home Front Command assessed the strike involved cluster bomb submunitions.", "lat": 32.08, "lng": 34.83, "tid": "bnei-brak", "tn": "Bnei Brak", "dmg": 30, "cas": 9, "dl": "MODERATE — Cluster munitions injure 9 in Bnei Brak", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "Times of Israel", "url": "https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog-march-24-2026/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-24", "time": "late evening", "side": "us", "title": "Bushehr nuclear plant hit again — IAEA says no damage", "detail": "A projectile hit the premises of the Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant for the second time during the conflict. Iran informed the IAEA there was no damage to the facility or injuries to staff. IAEA Director-General Grossi reiterated calls for maximum restraint to avoid nuclear safety risks.", "lat": 28.83, "lng": 50.89, "tid": "bushehr-npp", "tn": "Bushehr NPP", "dmg": 5, "cas": 0, "dl": "LIGHT — Projectile hits plant premises, no damage reported", "dc": "dmg-light", "sources": [ { "name": "IAEA", "url": "https://x.com/iaeaorg/status/2036536815809618185" }, { "name": "CBS News", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-trump-tehran-denies-talks-israel-oil-prices-stocks-react/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-25", "time": "early morning", "side": "israel", "title": "IDF strikes two naval cruise missile production sites in Tehran", "detail": "IAF fighter jets struck two key facilities used by the Iranian regime to develop and manufacture long-range naval cruise missiles capable of targeting ships and land targets. Massive blasts heard in northern Tehran and the city centre.", "lat": 35.72, "lng": 51.42, "tid": "tehran-missile-production", "tn": "Tehran", "dmg": 70, "cas": 0, "dl": "HEAVY — Two cruise missile production sites destroyed", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "India TV News", "url": "https://www.indiatvnews.com/news/world/iran-israel-war-live-updates-trump-administration-15-point-ceasefire-plan-peace-talks-amid-middle-east-tensions-in-west-asia-reactions-visuals-2026-03-25-1034987" }, { "name": "IDF (X)", "url": "https://x.com/idfonline/status/2036578622996124075" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-25", "time": "early morning", "side": "iran", "title": "IRGC fires missiles at Israel, Kuwait, Jordan and Bahrain", "detail": "Iran's Revolutionary Guards announced they had fired precision-guided liquid- and solid-fuel missiles and attack drones at Israel and US military bases in Kuwait, Jordan, and Bahrain. Sirens sounded in Jerusalem; explosions heard over Jerusalem and Jericho. Three wounded in southern Israel, four minor injuries in Tel Aviv.", "lat": 31.77, "lng": 35.23, "tid": "jerusalem", "tn": "Jerusalem / Multi-target", "dmg": 20, "cas": 7, "dl": "MODERATE — Multi-target missile salvo hits Israel and Gulf bases", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-trump-tehran-denies-talks-israel-oil-prices-stocks-react/" }, { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/iran-war-live-tehran-launches-missiles-israel-after-trump-says-talks-held-2026-03-24/" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://www.middleeastmonitor.com/20260522-despite-blackout-satellite-images-reveal-damage-to-israeli-military-bases-during-iran-war/", "source": "Sentinel-2 / Soar analysis via Yedioth Ahronoth/Middle East Monitor", "captureDate": "2026-03-25", "description": "Sentinel-2 imagery analysis reported visible damage at a defensive position inside Nevatim Airbase on March 25, during the multi-target IRGC missile/drone salvo against Israel and regional bases" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-25", "time": "morning", "side": "iran", "title": "Iranian drones hit Kuwait International Airport — fuel tank fire", "detail": "Iranian drones struck Kuwait International Airport and multiple other locations, hitting a fuel tank and triggering a large fire with thick plumes of smoke. Kuwaiti air defences responded to hostile missile and drone attacks.", "lat": 29.23, "lng": 47.97, "tid": "kuwait-airport", "tn": "Kuwait International Airport", "dmg": 50, "cas": 0, "dl": "HEAVY — Fuel tank fire at Kuwait airport after drone strike", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "The Guardian", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/mar/24/iran-war-live-updates-trump-ursula-von-der-leyen-oil-prices-energy-crisis-israel-strikes" }, { "name": "India TV News", "url": "https://www.indiatvnews.com/news/world/iran-israel-war-live-updates-trump-administration-15-point-ceasefire-plan-peace-talks-amid-middle-east-tensions-in-west-asia-reactions-visuals-2026-03-25-1034987" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://www.globalsecurity.org/military/ops/iran-war-overhead-20260327.htm", "source": "Copernicus Sentinel-2 via GlobalSecurity/WarScope", "captureDate": "2026-03-25", "description": "GlobalSecurity imagery archive cites Sentinel-2 imagery detecting massive fire plumes at Kuwait International Airport fuel tanks after an Iranian drone strike." } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-25", "time": "morning", "side": "israel", "title": "Israeli strikes on southern Lebanon — 9 killed, dozens injured", "detail": "Israeli attacks across southern Lebanon killed 9 and injured dozens. Nabatiyeh: 3 killed, 18 injured. Sidon: 6 killed, 5 wounded. Tyre: 29 injured. IDF said it captured two Hezbollah members in southern Lebanon. Lebanon health ministry total since conflict: 1,039 killed.", "lat": 33.38, "lng": 35.48, "tid": "south-lebanon", "tn": "Southern Lebanon", "dmg": 50, "cas": 9, "dl": "HEAVY — 9 killed across Nabatiyeh, Sidon, Tyre", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "India TV News", "url": "https://www.indiatvnews.com/news/world/iran-israel-war-live-updates-trump-administration-15-point-ceasefire-plan-peace-talks-amid-middle-east-tensions-in-west-asia-reactions-visuals-2026-03-25-1034987" }, { "name": "BBC", "url": "https://www.bbc.com/news/live/ce35wke27ynt" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-25", "time": "morning", "side": "iran", "title": "Iran blocks vessel in Strait of Hormuz bound for Karachi", "detail": "Iran halted a ship heading to Karachi that had not obtained required clearance to transit the Strait of Hormuz. Iran's mission in New York announced 'non-hostile vessels' may benefit from safe passage if they comply with Iranian security regulations and do not support aggression against Iran.", "lat": 26.56, "lng": 56.25, "tid": "strait-hormuz", "tn": "Strait of Hormuz", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "BLOCKADE — Vessel seized, conditional passage announced", "dc": "dmg-light", "sources": [ { "name": "India TV News", "url": "https://www.indiatvnews.com/news/world/iran-israel-war-live-updates-trump-administration-15-point-ceasefire-plan-peace-talks-amid-middle-east-tensions-in-west-asia-reactions-visuals-2026-03-25-1034987" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-25", "time": "morning", "side": "diplomatic", "title": "Lebanon expels Iran's ambassador — declares persona non grata", "detail": "Lebanon's Foreign Ministry declared Iran's ambassador to Beirut persona non grata and ordered him to leave by end of week. Marks the clearest sign of deteriorating Lebanese-Iranian relations amid the conflict.", "lat": 33.89, "lng": 35.5, "tid": "beirut-diplomatic", "tn": "Beirut", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "DIPLOMATIC — Lebanon expels Iranian ambassador", "dc": "dmg-none", "sources": [ { "name": "India TV News", "url": "https://www.indiatvnews.com/news/world/iran-israel-war-live-updates-trump-administration-15-point-ceasefire-plan-peace-talks-amid-middle-east-tensions-in-west-asia-reactions-visuals-2026-03-25-1034987" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-25", "time": "morning", "side": "us", "title": "82nd Airborne deploying ~1,000 troops to Middle East", "detail": "Pentagon deploying approximately 1,000 troops from the 82nd Airborne Division's 1st Brigade Combat Team to the Middle East, including division commander Maj Gen Brandon Tegtmeier and staff. The unit is the Army's emergency response force.", "lat": 35.14, "lng": -79, "tid": "fort-bragg-deploy", "tn": "Fort Bragg / Middle East", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "DEPLOYMENT — 82nd Airborne emergency deployment", "dc": "dmg-none", "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/news/u-s-deploy-82nd-airborne-iran-middle-east/" }, { "name": "AP / India TV", "url": "https://www.indiatvnews.com/news/world/iran-israel-war-live-updates-trump-administration-15-point-ceasefire-plan-peace-talks-amid-middle-east-tensions-in-west-asia-reactions-visuals-2026-03-25-1034987" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-25", "time": "morning", "side": "diplomatic", "title": "US sends 15-point ceasefire plan to Iran via Pakistan", "detail": "The Trump administration sent a 15-point ceasefire proposal to Iran through Pakistani intermediaries. Pakistan PM Sharif offered to host talks. Iran's military publicly mocked the offer, stating 'Don't dress up your defeat as an agreement.' Reports suggest Iran may prefer talks with VP Vance over envoy Witkoff.", "lat": 33.69, "lng": 73.04, "tid": "pakistan-mediation", "tn": "Islamabad (mediation)", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "DIPLOMATIC — 15-point ceasefire plan sent, Iran rejects", "dc": "dmg-none", "sources": [ { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/03/24/world/iran-war-trump-oil" }, { "name": "CBS News", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-trump-tehran-denies-talks-israel-oil-prices-stocks-react/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-25", "time": "afternoon", "side": "iran", "title": "Saudi Arabia intercepts 32 drones and ballistic missile in Eastern Province", "detail": "Saudi Ministry of Defence reported intercepting at least 32 Iranian drones and a ballistic missile targeting the Eastern Province, home to major oil facilities including Ras Tanura, Ghawar and Abqaiq. Limited material damage, no casualties reported.", "lat": 26.68, "lng": 50.04, "tid": "saudi-eastern-province", "tn": "Saudi Eastern Province", "dmg": 5, "cas": 0, "dl": "INTERCEPTED — 32 drones + 1 ballistic missile shot down", "dc": "dmg-light", "sources": [ { "name": "Al Jazeera", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/3/25/us-israel-war-on-iran-whats-happening-on-day-26-of-attacks" }, { "name": "The Peninsula Qatar", "url": "https://thepeninsulaqatar.com/article/25/03/2026/live-updates-saudi-arabia-and-kuwait-targeted-as-us-iran-war-enter-26th-day" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-25", "time": "evening", "side": "iran", "title": "Moroccan civilian killed in Iranian attack on Bahrain", "detail": "UAE reported that an Iranian attack in Bahrain killed a Moroccan civilian working alongside UAE armed forces. Part of broader IRGC retaliatory strikes on Gulf states hosting US bases.", "lat": 26.07, "lng": 50.55, "tid": "bahrain-base", "tn": "Bahrain", "dmg": 10, "cas": 1, "dl": "STRIKE — 1 civilian killed", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "Al Jazeera", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/3/25/us-israel-war-on-iran-whats-happening-on-day-26-of-attacks" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-25", "time": "evening", "side": "israel", "title": "Netanyahu announces 30km 'security zone' in Lebanon", "detail": "Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu declared Israel's military will seize control of an area 30km into Lebanon as a 'security zone' to press the fight against Hezbollah. Canada condemned the plan as violating Lebanese sovereignty.", "lat": 33.28, "lng": 35.45, "tid": "south-lebanon", "tn": "Southern Lebanon", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "MILITARY — 30km buffer zone declared", "dc": "dmg-none", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-war-west-asia-conflict-march-25-2026-highlights/article70782463.ece" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/3/25/us-israel-war-on-iran-whats-happening-on-day-26-of-attacks" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-25", "time": "evening", "side": "us", "title": "Second US strike on Anbar paramilitary base in Iraq", "detail": "Two missiles fired from a fighter jet at the same Iraqi paramilitary base in Anbar province struck on March 24. The first strike was the deadliest in Iraq since the war began. Iraq summoned both US and Iranian diplomats.", "lat": 33.43, "lng": 43.29, "tid": "anbar-iraq", "tn": "Anbar Province, Iraq", "dmg": 50, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRIKE — Second attack on paramilitary base", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-war-west-asia-conflict-march-25-2026-highlights/article70782463.ece" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-25", "time": "night", "side": "diplomatic", "title": "Iran rejects US 15-point ceasefire plan — 'maximalist and unreasonable'", "detail": "Iran confirmed receiving the US 15-point peace proposal but a senior diplomatic source dismissed it as 'extremely maximalist and unreasonable'. FM Araghchi said 'we do not intend to negotiate' and 'speaking of negotiations now is an admission of defeat'. Trump warned he would 'unleash hell' if Iran doesn't accept a deal.", "lat": 35.7, "lng": 51.42, "tid": "tehran-diplomatic", "tn": "Tehran", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "DIPLOMATIC — Iran rejects US ceasefire terms", "dc": "dmg-none", "sources": [ { "name": "Al Jazeera", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/3/25/us-israel-war-on-iran-whats-happening-on-day-26-of-attacks" }, { "name": "The Hindu", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-war-west-asia-conflict-march-25-2026-highlights/article70782463.ece" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-26", "time": "morning", "side": "israel", "title": "Israel strikes residential area and infrastructure across Tehran", "detail": "IDF launched a wave of strikes targeting infrastructure across Tehran. Semi-official Iranian SNN News Agency reported strikes hit a residential area with rescuers searching rubble. Continues Day 27 of the war.", "lat": 35.68, "lng": 51.39, "tid": "tehran-south", "tn": "Tehran", "dmg": 60, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRIKE — Residential area hit, rescuers in rubble", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-war-west-asia-conflict-march-25-2026-highlights/article70782463.ece" }, { "name": "NDTV", "url": "https://www.ndtv.com/world-news/us-israel-iran-war-iran-missile-strike-on-israel-iran-targets-israeli-nuclear-facility-dimona-arad-trump-warns-iran-strait-of-hormuz-diego-garcia-11249333" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-26", "time": "morning", "side": "diplomatic", "title": "Iran FM: Strait of Hormuz 'closed only to enemies'", "detail": "FM Araghchi clarified Iran's Hormuz policy on state TV: 'The Strait of Hormuz is not completely closed — it is closed only to enemies. There is no reason to allow the ships of our enemies and their allies to pass.' ~2,000 vessels and 20,000 seafarers remain stranded.", "lat": 26.56, "lng": 56.25, "tid": "strait-hormuz", "tn": "Strait of Hormuz", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "BLOCKADE — Hormuz 'closed only to enemies'", "dc": "dmg-light", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-war-west-asia-conflict-march-25-2026-highlights/article70782463.ece" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/3/25/us-israel-war-on-iran-whats-happening-on-day-26-of-attacks" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-26", "time": "morning", "side": "diplomatic", "title": "Australia bans Iranian visitors for 6 months", "detail": "Australia banned visitors travelling on Iranian passports from entering for tourism or work for six months, citing risk they would refuse to return home due to the war. Case-by-case exceptions for parents of Australian citizens.", "lat": -35.28, "lng": 149.13, "tid": "australia-diplomatic", "tn": "Canberra, Australia", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "DIPLOMATIC — Australia bans Iranian visitors", "dc": "dmg-none", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-war-west-asia-conflict-march-25-2026-highlights/article70782463.ece" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-26", "time": "morning", "side": "israel-us", "title": "Israel and US launch extensive strikes on central Isfahan", "detail": "Israel announced extensive strikes on central Isfahan. Alongside US forces, Israel launched a wave of extensive strikes across Iran, targeting missile and drone production facilities, reportedly hitting two-thirds of capacities.", "lat": 32.65, "lng": 51.66, "tid": "isfahan-strikes", "tn": "Isfahan, Iran", "dmg": 70, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRIKE — Extensive attacks on Isfahan facilities", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "Al Jazeera", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/3/26/us-israel-war-on-iran-whats-happening-on-day-27-of-attacks" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://understandingwar.org/research/middle-east/iran-update-special-report-march-24-2026/", "source": "Commercial satellite imagery (via ISW)", "captureDate": "2026-03-09", "description": "Damage to main explosives production facility southwest of Isfahan City; previously struck in June 2025 war" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-26", "time": "morning", "side": "iran-allies", "title": "Saudi Arabia intercepts drones targeting Eastern Province", "detail": "Saudi Arabia’s Defence Ministry announced the interception and destruction of at least two dozen drones targeting the Eastern Province, home to the majority of the kingdom’s oil facilities.", "lat": 26.28, "lng": 50.2, "tid": "saudi-drones-intercepted", "tn": "Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia", "dmg": 5, "cas": 0, "dl": "INTERCEPTION — Drones targeting oil facilities destroyed", "dc": "dmg-light", "sources": [ { "name": "Al Jazeera", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/3/26/us-israel-war-on-iran-whats-happening-on-day-27-of-attacks" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-26", "time": "morning", "side": "iran-allies", "title": "Wave of Iranian missiles target Israel", "detail": "Israel reported a wave of missiles from Iran heading towards central and northern Israel, marking the second salvo in less than 30 minutes, alongside volleys of rockets from Hezbollah into the Western Galilee region.", "lat": 32.8, "lng": 35, "tid": "israel-missiles-salvo", "tn": "Central and Northern Israel", "dmg": 20, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRIKE — Iranian missiles and Hezbollah rockets fired", "dc": "dmg-light", "sources": [ { "name": "Al Jazeera", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/3/26/us-israel-war-on-iran-whats-happening-on-day-27-of-attacks" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-26", "time": "afternoon", "side": "economic", "title": "Iran plans tolls for Strait of Hormuz", "detail": "The Iranian parliament is preparing a draft law that would mandate the collection of tolls and duties from ships and tankers transiting the Strait of Hormuz, treating the critical waterway like a standard transit corridor.", "lat": 26.56, "lng": 56.25, "tid": "hormuz-tolls-law", "tn": "Strait of Hormuz", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "ECONOMIC — Tolls planned for Strait of Hormuz", "dc": "dmg-none", "sources": [ { "name": "Al Jazeera", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/3/26/us-israel-war-on-iran-whats-happening-on-day-27-of-attacks" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-26", "time": "morning", "side": "iran-allies", "title": "Kuwait uncovers Hezbollah assassination plot", "detail": "Kuwait’s Interior Ministry announced the arrest of six individuals allegedly linked to Hezbollah, accused of planning assassinations within the Gulf state.", "lat": 29.37, "lng": 47.97, "tid": "kuwait-hezbollah-plot", "tn": "Kuwait City, Kuwait", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "SECURITY — Hezbollah assassination plot thwarted", "dc": "dmg-none", "sources": [ { "name": "Al Jazeera", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/3/26/us-israel-war-on-iran-whats-happening-on-day-27-of-attacks" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-27", "time": "morning", "side": "israel", "title": "Israel strikes Iran nuclear facilities — Arak heavy water plant and Ardakan uranium plant", "detail": "Israel struck the Shahid Khondab Heavy Water Complex in Arak and the Ardakan yellowcake production plant in Yazd Province. Iran's Atomic Energy Organization confirmed the strikes but said no casualties or radiation release occurred. Israel described the Yazd plant as key to Iran's enrichment program. Israel had threatened to 'escalate and expand' its campaign hours earlier.", "lat": 34.38, "lng": 49.24, "tid": "arak-nuclear", "tn": "Arak Heavy Water Complex", "dmg": 70, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRIKE — Nuclear facilities hit, no radiation release", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "AP News", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/iran-us-israel-trump-lebanon-march-27-2026-195444c54cbb7545d0a77f8ffbc0e4c0" }, { "name": "The Hindu", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-war-highlights-west-asia-conflict-march-27-2026/article70790939.ece" }, { "name": "IAEA", "url": "https://x.com/iaborchardmoyer/status/1905398749098103039" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-27", "time": "morning", "side": "israel", "title": "Ardakan yellowcake uranium processing plant struck", "detail": "US-Israeli strikes hit the Ardakan yellowcake production plant in Yazd Province. Yellowcake is concentrated uranium used in enrichment. The Israeli military said the strike was a 'major blow' to Iran's nuclear program. No radiation release reported.", "lat": 32.31, "lng": 54.02, "tid": "ardakan-nuclear", "tn": "Ardakan, Yazd Province", "dmg": 65, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRIKE — Yellowcake plant hit, 'major blow' to nuclear program", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "AP News", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/iran-us-israel-trump-lebanon-march-27-2026-195444c54cbb7545d0a77f8ffbc0e4c0" }, { "name": "The Hindu", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-war-highlights-west-asia-conflict-march-27-2026/article70790939.ece" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://www.iranintl.com/en/202603303369", "source": "Airbus via Institute for Science and Iran International", "captureDate": "2026-03-28", "description": "High-resolution Airbus imagery shows the main processing building and auxiliary building at Iran's Ardakan yellowcake production plant destroyed after the March 27 strike." }, { "url": "https://www.misbar.com/en/editorial/2026/04/02/misbar-tracks-aftermath-strike-iran%E2%80%99s-yellow-cake-production-plant", "source": "Airbus via Soar Atlas/Misbar", "captureDate": "2026-03-28", "description": "Airbus imagery released via Soar Atlas shows two buildings destroyed and a third heavily damaged at the Ardakan/Shahid Razaei Nejad yellowcake production plant after the March 27 strike." } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-27", "time": "morning", "side": "israel-us", "title": "US-Israeli strikes damage two major Iranian steel plants", "detail": "US-Israeli air strikes damaged two major steel plants in Iran, according to Iranian media reports. Part of ongoing campaign targeting industrial infrastructure.", "lat": 32.65, "lng": 51.68, "tid": "iran-steel-plants", "tn": "Iran (Steel Facilities)", "dmg": 50, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRIKE — Two major steel plants damaged", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "Al Jazeera", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/3/27/us-israel-war-on-iran-whats-happening-on-day-28-of-attacks-2" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-27", "time": "morning", "side": "israel-us", "title": "Khondab heavy water plant struck — IAEA confirms hit", "detail": "The IAEA confirmed a heavy water production plant at Khondab was hit. 'No radiation risk seen as installation contains no declared nuclear material,' the UN nuclear watchdog said. Iran also reported the Khuzestan steel production factory using radioactive sources was struck; no off-site radiation release.", "lat": 34.38, "lng": 49.24, "tid": "khondab-iaea", "tn": "Khondab Heavy Water Plant", "dmg": 60, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRIKE — IAEA confirms hit, no radiation risk", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-war-highlights-west-asia-conflict-march-27-2026/article70790939.ece" }, { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-27", "time": "afternoon", "side": "iran", "title": "Iran strikes Prince Sultan Air Base — 10+ US troops wounded, planes damaged", "detail": "Iran fired 6 ballistic missiles and 29 drones at Saudi Arabia's Prince Sultan Air Base, wounding at least 10-15 US service members (2-5 seriously) and damaging several US refueling aircraft. Total US wounded since Feb 28 now exceeds 303. The base is 96km from Riyadh.", "lat": 23.94, "lng": 45.58, "tid": "prince-sultan-airbase", "tn": "Prince Sultan Air Base, Saudi Arabia", "dmg": 40, "cas": 15, "dl": "STRIKE — 10+ US troops wounded, refueling aircraft damaged", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "AP News", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/iran-us-israel-trump-lebanon-march-27-2026-195444c54cbb7545d0a77f8ffbc0e4c0" }, { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/03/27/world/iran-war-trump-oil-israel" }, { "name": "The Guardian", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/mar/27/iran-war-live-updates-trump-negotiations-bombing-hormuz-energy-oil-prices-middle-east" }, { "name": "CNN", "url": "https://www.cnn.com/2026/03/27/world/live-news/iran-war-us-israel-trump" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/03/27/world/iran-war-trump-oil-israel", "source": "Planet Labs PBC (via Reuters/NYT)", "captureDate": "2026-02-21", "description": "43 aircraft on tarmac at Prince Sultan Air Base including 13 KC-135 tankers and 6 E-3 AWACS planes before Iranian strike" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-27", "time": "morning", "side": "iran", "title": "Iran fires missiles and drones at UAE — debris kills 2 in Abu Dhabi", "detail": "Iran fired missiles and drones at the UAE. Debris from an intercepted projectile in Abu Dhabi killed two people (from India and Pakistan) and injured three. At least one injured was also from India.", "lat": 24.45, "lng": 54.65, "tid": "uae-abu-dhabi-strike", "tn": "Abu Dhabi, UAE", "dmg": 15, "cas": 2, "dl": "STRIKE — Intercepted debris kills 2 civilians", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "Al Jazeera", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/3/27/us-israel-war-on-iran-whats-happening-on-day-28-of-attacks-2" }, { "name": "The Guardian", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/mar/27/iran-war-live-updates-trump-negotiations-bombing-hormuz-energy-oil-prices-middle-east" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-27", "time": "dawn", "side": "iran", "title": "Kuwait's Shuwaikh port damaged by Iranian drone attack", "detail": "Kuwait's main commercial port at Shuwaikh was targeted by enemy drones at dawn. The Kuwait port authority reported material damage but no human casualties.", "lat": 29.35, "lng": 47.95, "tid": "kuwait-shuwaikh-port", "tn": "Shuwaikh Port, Kuwait", "dmg": 25, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRIKE — Main commercial port damaged, no casualties", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "Al Jazeera", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/3/27/us-israel-war-on-iran-whats-happening-on-day-28-of-attacks-2" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-27", "time": "morning", "side": "us", "title": "US strikes Habbaniyah base in Iraq — 5-7 Iraqi soldiers killed", "detail": "The US struck Habbaniyah base in Iraq's Anbar province, killing between 5 and 7 Iraqi soldiers and wounding 23.", "lat": 33.37, "lng": 43.57, "tid": "iraq-habbaniyah", "tn": "Habbaniyah Base, Anbar, Iraq", "dmg": 40, "cas": 7, "dl": "STRIKE — 5-7 Iraqi soldiers killed, 23 wounded", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "Al Jazeera", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/3/27/us-israel-war-on-iran-whats-happening-on-day-28-of-attacks-2" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-27", "time": "night", "side": "israel", "title": "Israel renews strikes on Beirut's southern suburbs", "detail": "Israel's military renewed attacks on Beirut's southern suburbs, targeting Hezbollah infrastructure. Hezbollah said it had clashed directly with Israeli forces in south Lebanon. Two Israeli soldiers killed in south Lebanon. Death toll in Lebanon from Israeli attacks reached 1,116.", "lat": 33.85, "lng": 35.49, "tid": "beirut-south-suburbs", "tn": "Beirut Southern Suburbs", "dmg": 50, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRIKE — Hezbollah infrastructure targeted, clashes in south", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-war-highlights-west-asia-conflict-march-27-2026/article70790939.ece" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/3/27/us-israel-war-on-iran-whats-happening-on-day-28-of-attacks-2" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-27", "time": "afternoon", "side": "diplomatic", "title": "Trump delays energy strikes 10 days — extends Hormuz deadline to April 6", "detail": "Trump paused planned attacks on Iranian energy plants until April 6 at 8pm ET (00:00 GMT April 7), claiming peace talks are 'going very well'. Iran called the US proposal 'one-sided and unfair' and presented five non-negotiable demands. Rubio said the US expects the operation to conclude in 'weeks, not months'.", "lat": 38.9, "lng": -77.04, "tid": "trump-delay-energy", "tn": "Washington, DC", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "DIPLOMATIC — Energy strikes delayed to April 6, talks disputed", "dc": "dmg-none", "sources": [ { "name": "Al Jazeera", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/3/27/us-israel-war-on-iran-whats-happening-on-day-28-of-attacks-2" }, { "name": "The Hindu", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-war-highlights-west-asia-conflict-march-27-2026/article70790939.ece" }, { "name": "AP News", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/iran-us-israel-trump-lebanon-march-27-2026-195444c54cbb7545d0a77f8ffbc0e4c0" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-27", "time": "afternoon", "side": "diplomatic", "title": "Iran agrees to allow humanitarian aid through Strait of Hormuz", "detail": "Iran's UN ambassador Ali Bahreini said Tehran accepted a UN request to 'facilitate and expedite' humanitarian aid and agricultural shipments through the Strait of Hormuz. The UN announced a task force to address the war's ripple effects on aid delivery and fertilizer trade.", "lat": 26.56, "lng": 56.25, "tid": "hormuz-humanitarian", "tn": "Strait of Hormuz", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "DIPLOMATIC — Iran to allow humanitarian aid through Hormuz", "dc": "dmg-none", "sources": [ { "name": "AP News", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/iran-us-israel-trump-lebanon-march-27-2026-195444c54cbb7545d0a77f8ffbc0e4c0" }, { "name": "The Hindu", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-war-highlights-west-asia-conflict-march-27-2026/article70790939.ece" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-27", "time": "afternoon", "side": "diplomatic", "title": "G7 Foreign Ministers demand end to attacks on civilians", "detail": "G7 Foreign Ministers called for an immediate stop to attacks against civilians and civilian infrastructure in the Iran war. They underscored the importance of minimizing the impact on regional partners and mitigating global economic shocks to energy, fertilizer, and supply chains.", "lat": 48.86, "lng": 2.35, "tid": "g7-civilians", "tn": "Paris, France (G7 Meeting)", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "DIPLOMATIC — G7 demands end to civilian attacks", "dc": "dmg-none", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-war-highlights-west-asia-conflict-march-27-2026/article70790939.ece" }, { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-27", "time": "afternoon", "side": "diplomatic", "title": "Iran bans sports teams from traveling to 'hostile' countries", "detail": "Iran banned national sports teams from traveling to 'hostile' countries. The ban did not explicitly mention the FIFA World Cup in the US, Canada, and Mexico this summer, but singled out an upcoming soccer playoff game scheduled in Saudi Arabia in April.", "lat": 35.7, "lng": 51.42, "tid": "iran-sports-ban", "tn": "Tehran", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "DIPLOMATIC — Sports teams banned from hostile nations", "dc": "dmg-none", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-war-highlights-west-asia-conflict-march-27-2026/article70790939.ece" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-27", "time": "afternoon", "side": "iran", "title": "IRGC threatens hotels housing US soldiers will be targeted", "detail": "Iran's Revolutionary Guard said hotels housing US soldiers in the region will be targeted, escalating threats against US military presence.", "lat": 35.7, "lng": 51.42, "tid": "irgc-hotel-threat", "tn": "Tehran (IRGC Statement)", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "THREAT — IRGC warns hotels housing US troops will be hit", "dc": "dmg-none", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-war-highlights-west-asia-conflict-march-27-2026/article70790939.ece" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-27", "time": "night", "side": "iran", "title": "Iran fires missiles at Israel — 1 killed in Tel Aviv", "detail": "Iran launched missiles at Israel late Friday. Sirens sounded in Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, Beer Sheba, and near Israel's main nuclear research center. A 52-year-old man was killed in Tel Aviv. Hezbollah simultaneously fired rockets into Western Galilee.", "lat": 32.07, "lng": 34.78, "tid": "tel-aviv-missile-kill", "tn": "Tel Aviv, Israel", "dmg": 30, "cas": 1, "dl": "STRIKE — Iranian missile kills 1 in Tel Aviv", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "AP News", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/iran-us-israel-trump-lebanon-march-27-2026-195444c54cbb7545d0a77f8ffbc0e4c0" }, { "name": "JPost", "url": "https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/2026-03-27/live-updates-891386" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-27", "time": "afternoon", "side": "military", "title": "US confirms 303 troops wounded since war began", "detail": "US Central Command confirmed approximately 303 US service members have been wounded since Operation Epic Fury began on Feb 28. Of those, 273 have returned to duty. 10 remain seriously wounded. One soldier, Army Sgt. Benjamin N. Pennington, 26, died days after being wounded in a March 1 attack.", "lat": 25.29, "lng": 51.53, "tid": "us-303-wounded", "tn": "US Central Command (CENTCOM)", "dmg": 0, "cas": 303, "dl": "MILESTONE — 303 US troops wounded, 1 death confirmed", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-war-highlights-west-asia-conflict-march-27-2026/article70790939.ece" }, { "name": "AP News", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/iran-us-israel-trump-lebanon-march-27-2026-195444c54cbb7545d0a77f8ffbc0e4c0" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-28", "time": "early morning", "side": "iran-allies", "title": "Houthis fire first missiles at Israel from Yemen — intercepted", "detail": "Yemen's Houthi rebels fired ballistic missiles at 'sensitive Israeli military sites' in southern Israel, their first attack since the war began. Israel's military said it intercepted a missile launched from Yemen. The Houthis had stayed out of the war until now. Their involvement raises concerns about renewed Red Sea shipping attacks.", "lat": 31.25, "lng": 34.79, "tid": "houthi-first-strike", "tn": "Southern Israel (Beer Sheba area)", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "INTERCEPTED — First Houthi attack of the war", "dc": "dmg-none", "sources": [ { "name": "AP News", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/iran-us-israel-trump-lebanon-march-27-2026-195444c54cbb7545d0a77f8ffbc0e4c0" }, { "name": "JPost", "url": "https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/2026-03-27/live-updates-891386" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-28", "time": "afternoon", "side": "iran", "title": "Iran strikes Prince Sultan Air Base in Saudi Arabia — ~24 US troops wounded", "detail": "Iran launched missile and drone strikes at Saudi Arabia's Prince Sultan Air Base near Riyadh, wounding approximately 24 US service members (at least 2 seriously). Two military aircraft were also damaged. Iran released Chinese satellite photos showing burning aircraft. One of the most serious breaches of American defenses since the war began.", "lat": 24.0627, "lng": 47.5802, "tid": "prince-sultan-ab-strike", "tn": "Prince Sultan Air Base, Saudi Arabia", "dmg": 40, "cas": 24, "dl": "STRIKE — ~24 US troops wounded, aircraft damaged", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "NPR", "url": "https://www.npr.org/2026/03/28/nx-s1-5764720/iran-war-one-month" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/3/28/at-least-15-us-troops-wounded-in-iran-strike-on-saudi-airbase-reports" }, { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/03/28/world/iran-war-trump-israel-oil" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://defencesecurityasia.com/en/satellite-images-three-us-kc135-tankers-destroyed-saudi-base-iran-us-air-war/", "source": "Sentinel-2", "captureDate": "2026-03-27", "description": "Satellite imagery showing three US KC-135 Stratotankers destroyed and burning at Prince Sultan Air Base after Iranian missile/drone strike" }, { "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/features/2026/6/8/satellite-images-show-destruction-of-the-us-israel-war-on-iran", "source": "Sentinel-2 via Al Jazeera OSU", "captureDate": "2026-03-29", "description": "Sentinel-2 imagery shows damage at Prince Sultan Air Base after Iranian missile and drone attacks, including charring, adjacent structural damage, and a direct strike impact on a main runway leading to aircraft parking." } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-28", "time": "overnight", "side": "us", "title": "Israel strikes heavy water reactor in Iran", "detail": "Israel's military said it struck a heavy water reactor in Iran, which it described as part of Iran's nuclear enrichment program. The strike is part of ongoing efforts to degrade Iran's nuclear capabilities.", "lat": 34.3786, "lng": 49.2304, "tid": "heavy-water-reactor", "tn": "Arak Heavy Water Reactor", "dmg": 60, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRUCK — Nuclear-related heavy water reactor hit", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "NPR", "url": "https://www.npr.org/2026/03/28/nx-s1-5764720/iran-war-one-month" }, { "name": "CNN", "url": "https://www.cnn.com/2026/03/28/world/live-news/iran-war-us-israel-trump" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-28", "time": "overnight", "side": "us", "title": "Heaviest day of strikes — 701 attacks in 24 hours across Iran", "detail": "HRANA documented 701 strikes over 24 hours on Saturday, among the highest for a single day since the war began. At least 24 civilians killed and 88 injured. Three-quarters of airstrikes hit Tehran. Israel said it 'completed a wide-scale wave of strikes targeting dozens of infrastructure across Tehran' including weapons storage, production sites, command centers, and air defense systems. Since the start, HRANA has recorded at least 1,551 civilian deaths including 236 children.", "lat": 35.6892, "lng": 51.389, "tid": "701-strikes-day", "tn": "Tehran and across Iran", "dmg": 70, "cas": 24, "dl": "MASSIVE — 701 strikes in one day, heaviest since war began", "dc": "dmg-critical", "sources": [ { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/03/29/world/iran-war-trump-israel-oil" }, { "name": "CNN", "url": "https://www.cnn.com/2026/03/28/world/live-news/iran-war-us-israel-trump" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-28", "time": "overnight", "side": "us", "title": "MIO, Parchin, and SADRA defense sites struck", "detail": "US-Israeli coalition struck Iranian defense industrial sites including Iran's Marine Industries Organization (MIO) and Parchin Military Complex in Tehran, and the Iran Marine Industrial Company (SADRA) in Bushehr Province. Steel factories across Iran also targeted.", "lat": 35.5133, "lng": 51.7694, "tid": "parchin-mio-sadra", "tn": "Parchin Military Complex", "dmg": 55, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRUCK — Major defense industrial sites hit", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "ISW", "url": "https://understandingwar.org/research/middle-east/iran-update-special-report-march-28-2026/" }, { "name": "CNN", "url": "https://www.cnn.com/2026/03/28/world/live-news/iran-war-us-israel-trump" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://www.washingtonpost.com/investigations/2026/03/29/iran-ballistic-missile-sites/", "source": "Vantor/Airbus Pléiades", "captureDate": "2026-03-12", "description": "WashPost analysis: 12 structures struck at Parchin Military Complex, including solid rocket propellant motor production facilities and Taleghan 2 site" }, { "url": "https://pbs.twimg.com/media/HDKq87FbQAQfLek.jpg?format=jpg&name=large", "source": "Vantor WorldView-Legion via GlobalSecurity/Drop Site News", "captureDate": "2026-03-11", "description": "Direct Vantor image shows three penetration craters at Taleghan-2 inside the Parchin military complex" }, { "url": "https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/cf29999/2147483647/strip/true/crop/2176x1450+0+0/resize/599x399!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2Fe0%2F6e%2F2594ef6d5356a791b56413cc8808%2Fbe43ad1c9e814d899ec1c9ed04a37b9d", "source": "Planet Labs PBC via AP News", "captureDate": "2026-03-06", "description": "Direct AP-hosted Planet Labs satellite image shows damage after airstrikes targeting Iran's Parchin military base outside Tehran." }, { "url": "https://www.israelnationalnews.com/news/429973", "source": "CNN / Institute for Science and International Security satellite analysis", "captureDate": "2026-07-07", "description": "Satellite analysis of June 22 and July 7 imagery reportedly shows repair/reconstruction activity at Taleghan 2 inside the Parchin Military Complex, centered on covering structural impact holes from prior U.S.-Israeli bombardments." }, { "url": "https://isis-online.org/uploads/isis-reports/images/_medium/Taleghan-2-Update-July-2026-Figure-4.jpg", "source": "Vantor Technologies via ISIS/CNN", "captureDate": "2026-06-22", "description": "Direct ISIS-hosted Vantor image, provided by CNN, shows excavation and temporary screening around penetration holes plus new concrete hardening at the Taleghan 2 facility inside Parchin Military Complex." }, { "url": "https://isis-online.org/uploads/isis-reports/images/_medium/Taleghan-2-Update-July-2026-Figure-5.jpg", "source": "Vantor Technologies via ISIS/CNN", "captureDate": "2026-07-07", "description": "Direct ISIS-hosted Vantor image, provided by CNN, shows rebar mesh being installed over penetration holes at Taleghan 2, indicating a move toward a permanent concrete cap after earlier strikes." }, { "url": "https://isis-online.org/isis-reports/repair-and-rehabilitation-activity-identified-at-taleghan-2", "source": "Vantor Technologies via ISIS/CNN", "captureDate": "2026-07-07", "description": "ISIS analysis of June 22 and July 7 Vantor imagery reports repair and rehabilitation activity at Taleghan 2 inside the Parchin Military Complex following March 2026 strikes." } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-28", "time": "overnight", "side": "us", "title": "Iran University of Science and Technology struck in Tehran", "detail": "US-Israeli strikes hit the Iran University of Science and Technology in downtown Tehran, damaging research and educational buildings. The university has been linked to defense research. IRGC threatened retaliatory attacks on Israeli and American colleges in the Middle East.", "lat": 35.7447, "lng": 51.3514, "tid": "iran-univ-sci-tech", "tn": "Iran University of Science and Technology, Tehran", "dmg": 35, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRUCK — University hit, IRGC threatens college retaliation", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/03/29/world/iran-war-trump-israel-oil" }, { "name": "ISW", "url": "https://understandingwar.org/research/middle-east/iran-update-special-report-march-28-2026/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-28", "time": "afternoon", "side": "iran", "title": "Kuwait airport radar system damaged by Iranian drone", "detail": "Kuwait International Airport suffered significant damage to its radar system after an Iranian drone struck the facility. Kuwait's military confirmed the incident.", "lat": 29.2266, "lng": 47.9689, "tid": "kuwait-airport-radar", "tn": "Kuwait International Airport", "dmg": 30, "cas": 0, "dl": "DAMAGED — Airport radar system knocked out", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/kuwait-international-airport-suffers-significant-radar-system-damage-after-drone-2026-03-28/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-28", "time": "overnight", "side": "iran", "title": "Iran strikes aluminium plants in Bahrain and Abu Dhabi", "detail": "Aluminium Bahrain (Alba) was targeted in an Iranian attack, leaving two employees with minor injuries. Emirates Global Aluminium's Al Taweelah site in Abu Dhabi sustained significant damage from Iranian missiles and drones, injuring several employees. Separately, 5 people were injured in Abu Dhabi after a missile was intercepted near KEZAD industrial zone.", "lat": 26.0515, "lng": 50.5689, "tid": "alba-bahrain-strike", "tn": "Aluminium Bahrain (Alba)", "dmg": 35, "cas": 7, "dl": "STRUCK — Gulf aluminium industry targeted", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/03/29/world/iran-war-trump-israel-oil" }, { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/five-injured-abu-dhabi-after-missile-intercepted-near-kezad-authorities-say-2026-03-28/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-28", "time": "afternoon", "side": "military", "title": "31st Marine Expeditionary Unit arrives in Middle East", "detail": "The Japan-based 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, comprising approximately 2,500 sailors and Marines aboard the USS Tripoli amphibious assault group, arrived in the Middle East. The force is equipped for amphibious operations, raising speculation about possible ground assault scenarios.", "lat": 26.2285, "lng": 50.3295, "tid": "31st-meu-arrives", "tn": "Persian Gulf / Middle East", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "DEPLOYMENT — 2,500 Marines arrive for amphibious ops", "dc": "dmg-none", "sources": [ { "name": "NPR", "url": "https://www.npr.org/2026/03/28/nx-s1-5764720/iran-war-one-month" }, { "name": "Military Times", "url": "https://www.militarytimes.com/news/your-military/2026/03/28/uss-tripoli-embarked-31st-marine-expeditionary-unit-arrive-in-middle-east/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-28", "time": "evening", "side": "iran", "title": "Houthis launch second attack on Israel — drone intercepted over Eilat", "detail": "Following their first-ever missile attack on Day 28, the Houthis launched a second attack with drones and cruise missiles targeting southern Israel. Israeli air defense intercepted a Houthi drone over Eilat. Houthi spokesman Yahya Saree declared attacks would continue 'until the aggression ends.'", "lat": 29.5577, "lng": 34.9519, "tid": "houthi-eilat-drone", "tn": "Eilat, Israel", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "INTERCEPTED — Second Houthi attack, drone over Eilat", "dc": "dmg-none", "sources": [ { "name": "ISW", "url": "https://understandingwar.org/research/middle-east/iran-update-special-report-march-28-2026/" }, { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/03/29/world/iran-war-trump-israel-oil" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-28", "time": "afternoon", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "Pakistan brokers Hormuz passage for 20 ships; Iran internet blackout hits 30 days", "detail": "Pakistan's deputy PM announced Iran agreed to let 20 vessels sailing under Pakistani flag through the Strait of Hormuz (2 per day). Meanwhile, Iran's internet blackout reached 30 days — connectivity at just 1% of normal levels per NetBlocks, cutting ~92 million people off from the outside world.", "lat": 26.5667, "lng": 56.25, "tid": "pakistan-hormuz-deal", "tn": "Strait of Hormuz", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "DIPLOMACY — Pakistan ships to transit Hormuz; 30-day internet blackout", "dc": "dmg-none", "sources": [ { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/03/29/world/iran-war-trump-israel-oil" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-29", "time": "morning", "side": "us", "title": "Bandar Khamir port bombed — at least 5 killed", "detail": "Iranian state media reported that the US-Israeli coalition bombarded the southern Iranian port of Bandar Khamir on Sunday, killing at least 5 people. No immediate comment from Israeli or American militaries.", "lat": 26.9517, "lng": 55.5853, "tid": "bandar-khamir-strike", "tn": "Bandar Khamir, Iran", "dmg": 40, "cas": 5, "dl": "STRUCK — Port city bombed, 5 killed", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/03/29/world/iran-war-trump-israel-oil" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-29", "time": "morning", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "Pakistan hosts 4-nation talks to de-escalate war", "detail": "Foreign ministers from Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Egypt convened in Islamabad for two days of talks to de-escalate the conflict. Iran's parliament speaker accused US of plotting ground attack despite diplomatic efforts. Trump's 15-point peace plan, delivered via Pakistan, was publicly rebuffed by Iran.", "lat": 33.6844, "lng": 73.0479, "tid": "islamabad-talks", "tn": "Islamabad, Pakistan", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "DIPLOMACY — 4-nation talks in Pakistan; Iran rebuffs US peace plan", "dc": "dmg-none", "sources": [ { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/03/29/world/iran-war-trump-israel-oil" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2026/3/29/iran-war-live-houthis-attack-israel-anti-war-protesters-rally-in-tel-aviv" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-29", "time": "morning", "side": "us", "title": "Israel launches new wave of strikes on Tehran — Day 30", "detail": "Israeli Air Force said it carried out another wave of strikes targeting infrastructure in Tehran and other areas on Sunday (Day 30). Iran retaliated with more drones and missiles at Israel and US Gulf allies. Saudi Arabia intercepted 10 drones in the morning hours. An Israeli soldier was killed in southern Lebanon.", "lat": 35.6892, "lng": 51.389, "tid": "day30-tehran-strikes", "tn": "Tehran, Iran", "dmg": 50, "cas": 0, "dl": "ONGOING — Day 30 strikes continue on Tehran", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/03/29/world/iran-war-trump-israel-oil" }, { "name": "ABC News", "url": "https://abcnews.com/International/live-updates/iran-live-updates-trumps-48-hour-deadline-expire/?id=131316431" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-29", "time": "~evening", "side": "us", "title": "Al Araby TV headquarters struck in Tehran", "detail": "Israeli missile struck the Tehran headquarters of Al Araby TV, causing extensive damage and forcing suspension of live broadcasting. Footage showed broken windows and shattered glass throughout the building.", "lat": 35.702, "lng": 51.405, "tid": "al-araby-tv-strike", "tn": "Tehran, Iran", "dmg": 30, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRUCK — Al Araby TV headquarters damaged, broadcasting halted", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-us-war-updates-live-march-29-2026/article70798605.ece" }, { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/03/29/world/iran-war-trump-israel-oil" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-29", "time": "evening", "side": "iran", "title": "Iran strikes Kuwait power/desalination plant — Indian worker killed", "detail": "Iranian forces attacked a power and water desalination plant in Kuwait, killing an Indian national worker. Kuwait's defense ministry reported 14 ballistic missiles and 12 drones launched within its airspace in 24 hours, with 10 military personnel injured at a base and a private logistics warehouse damaged.", "lat": 29.3759, "lng": 47.9774, "tid": "kuwait-desal-plant", "tn": "Kuwait", "dmg": 25, "cas": 11, "dl": "STRUCK — Power plant hit, 1 killed, 10 military injured", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/03/29/world/iran-war-trump-israel-oil" }, { "name": "The Hindu", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-us-war-updates-live-march-30-2026/article70801564.ece" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-29", "time": "evening", "side": "us", "title": "UN peacekeeper (Indonesian) killed in southern Lebanon", "detail": "A projectile hit a UNIFIL position near a southern Lebanese village, killing an Indonesian peacekeeper and critically injuring another. UN Secretary General Guterres condemned the attack and noted several incidents jeopardizing peacekeeper safety in 48 hours. Indonesia condemned the killing.", "lat": 33.1217, "lng": 35.433, "tid": "unifil-peacekeeper-killed", "tn": "Southern Lebanon", "dmg": 10, "cas": 1, "dl": "KILLED — Indonesian UN peacekeeper killed at UNIFIL post", "dc": "dmg-light", "sources": [ { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/03/29/world/iran-war-trump-israel-oil" }, { "name": "The Hindu", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-us-war-updates-live-march-30-2026/article70801564.ece" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-30", "time": "~midnight", "side": "us", "title": "Tabriz petrochemical facility struck", "detail": "US-Israeli airstrike targeted a petrochemical facility in Tabriz, northwestern Iran, around midnight. Iranian authorities in East Azerbaijan Province said the situation was brought under control with no dangerous substances released.", "lat": 38.08, "lng": 46.2919, "tid": "tabriz-petrochem-mar30", "tn": "Tabriz, Iran", "dmg": 35, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRUCK — Petrochemical plant hit, contained", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/yemens-houthis-enter-iran-war-with-attacks-israel-while-us-marines-arrive-region-2026-03-28/" }, { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/03/29/world/iran-war-trump-israel-oil" }, { "name": "The Hindu", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-us-war-updates-live-march-30-2026/article70801564.ece" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://understandingwar.org/research/middle-east/iran-update-special-report-march-30-2026/", "source": "Commercial satellite imagery (via ISW)", "captureDate": "2026-03-30", "description": "Damage visible at Tabriz Oil Refinery in East Azerbaijan Province after combined force strikes" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-30", "time": "morning", "side": "us", "title": "Iran confirms IRGC Navy commander Tangsiri killed", "detail": "Iran confirmed that IRGC Navy Commander Admiral Alireza Tangsiri 'succumbed to severe injuries' from an Israeli airstrike in Bandar Abbas on March 26. Tangsiri led Iran's effort to close the Strait of Hormuz and oversaw IRGC Navy cruise missile testing and armed drone development. US CENTCOM had previously confirmed the kill.", "lat": 27.1865, "lng": 56.2808, "tid": "tangsiri-killed", "tn": "Bandar Abbas, Iran", "dmg": 0, "cas": 1, "dl": "KILLED — IRGC Navy commander Tangsiri confirmed dead", "dc": "dmg-critical", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/iran-confirms-death-revolutionary-guards-navy-commander-tangsiri-statement-says-2026-03-30/" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/3/26/iranian-naval-commander-alireza-tangsiri-killed-in-attack-says-israel" }, { "name": "The Hindu", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-us-war-updates-live-march-30-2026/article70801564.ece" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-30", "time": "morning", "side": "us", "title": "US Special Operations forces arrive in Middle East", "detail": "Several hundred US Special Operations forces — including Army Rangers and Navy SEALs — arrived in the Middle East, joining 2,500 Marines (31st MEU), 2,500 sailors, and 2,000 Army 82nd Airborne paratroopers. Total US forces in region now exceed 50,000. Commandos could be deployed for Hormuz operations, Kharg Island seizure, or Isfahan uranium extraction.", "lat": 25.2854, "lng": 51.531, "tid": "us-spec-ops-mideast", "tn": "Middle East (Gulf region)", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "DEPLOYED — US SOF arrive; 50k+ troops now in region", "dc": "dmg-none", "sources": [ { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/03/29/world/iran-war-trump-israel-oil" }, { "name": "Washington Post", "url": "https://www.washingtonpost.com/national-security/2026/03/28/trump-iran-ground-troops-marines/" }, { "name": "The Guardian", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/mar/29/pentagon-ground-operations-iran-report" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-30", "time": "morning", "side": "us", "title": "Israel expands 'security zone' in southern Lebanon", "detail": "Netanyahu announced Israeli forces were 'expanding the security zone' in southern Lebanon to counter Hezbollah. Over 1,200 Lebanese killed since March 2. 3 Lebanese journalists (including Al Manar presenter Ali Choeib) killed in an Israeli airstrike. Lebanon's president warned the operations were seen as a prelude to full invasion.", "lat": 33.2, "lng": 35.45, "tid": "lebanon-security-zone-expand", "tn": "Southern Lebanon", "dmg": 40, "cas": 3, "dl": "EXPANDING — Israel widens buffer zone; 1,200+ killed since March 2", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/03/29/world/iran-war-trump-israel-oil" }, { "name": "The Guardian", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/mar/29/middle-east-crisis-live-explosions-tehran-yemen-houthis-iran-war-updates-trump-us-israel-strikes-lebanon" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-30", "time": "morning", "side": "us", "title": "Israel strikes Beirut's southern suburbs — Hezbollah targets", "detail": "Israeli military launched strikes on Hezbollah infrastructure in Beirut's southern suburbs (Dahieh) after issuing evacuation warnings. First strike in the area since Friday. AFPTV showed plumes of smoke rising. Area largely deserted since Israel began frequent attacks in early March.", "lat": 33.8547, "lng": 35.495, "tid": "beirut-dahieh-mar30", "tn": "Beirut, Lebanon", "dmg": 35, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRUCK — IDF hits Hezbollah infrastructure in Dahieh", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-us-war-updates-live-march-30-2026/article70801564.ece" }, { "name": "The Guardian", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/mar/30/iran-war-live-updates-trump-oil-kharg-island-houthis-israel-lebanon-middle-east" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-30", "time": "overnight", "side": "us", "title": "Strikes damage Tehran and Alborz power grid — later restored", "detail": "US-Israeli strikes hit electrical infrastructure in Tehran and Alborz provinces overnight, cutting power to parts of the capital and surrounding areas. Iran's deputy Energy Minister confirmed damage but said the national grid remained stable and power was restored by Monday morning.", "lat": 35.7219, "lng": 51.3347, "tid": "tehran-power-grid-mar30", "tn": "Tehran/Alborz, Iran", "dmg": 30, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRUCK — Power grid damaged overnight, restored Monday", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-us-war-updates-live-march-30-2026/article70801564.ece" }, { "name": "The Guardian", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/mar/30/iran-war-live-updates-trump-oil-kharg-island-houthis-israel-lebanon-middle-east" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-30", "time": "morning", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "Trump says Iran agreed to release 20 more ships through Hormuz", "detail": "Trump announced Iran would allow 20 more oil cargo ships through the Strait of Hormuz starting Monday, calling it a 'sign of respect.' He claimed direct and indirect negotiations were underway and said he had achieved 'regime change' since original Iranian leaders were killed. Brent crude hit $116/barrel; oil up 56% since war began. Iran demands reparations, Hormuz sovereignty recognition, and sanctions relief as preconditions.", "lat": 26.5667, "lng": 56.25, "tid": "hormuz-20-ships", "tn": "Strait of Hormuz", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "DIPLOMACY — Trump claims Iran will release 20 ships; Brent at $116", "dc": "dmg-none", "sources": [ { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/03/29/world/iran-war-trump-israel-oil" }, { "name": "The Guardian", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/mar/30/iran-war-live-updates-trump-oil-kharg-island-houthis-israel-lebanon-middle-east" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-30", "time": "morning", "side": "us", "title": "IAEA confirms Khondab heavy-water plant destroyed and non-operational", "detail": "The International Atomic Energy Agency confirmed that Iran's heavy-water production plant at Khondab — attacked by Israel on March 27 — sustained severe damage and is no longer operational. The IAEA noted the Khondab heavy water research reactor contained no declared nuclear material.", "lat": 34.38, "lng": 48.87, "tid": "khondab-confirmed-destroyed", "tn": "Khondab, Iran", "dmg": 100, "cas": 0, "dl": "DESTROYED — IAEA confirms heavy-water plant non-operational", "dc": "dmg-critical", "sources": [ { "name": "The Guardian", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/mar/30/iran-war-live-updates-trump-oil-kharg-island-houthis-israel-lebanon-middle-east" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-30", "time": "morning", "side": "iran", "title": "IRGC threatens to target US universities in Middle East", "detail": "Iran's Revolutionary Guards threatened to attack US universities in the Middle East after claiming US-Israeli strikes deliberately targeted two Iranian universities. IRGC set a noon Monday March 30 deadline for the US to condemn the university bombings, threatening to expand attacks to more institutions if conditions weren't met.", "lat": 35.6892, "lng": 51.389, "tid": "irgc-university-threat", "tn": "Tehran, Iran", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "THREAT — IRGC demands US condemn university strikes by noon Monday", "dc": "dmg-none", "sources": [ { "name": "The Guardian", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/mar/29/middle-east-crisis-live-explosions-tehran-yemen-houthis-iran-war-updates-trump-us-israel-strikes-lebanon" }, { "name": "CNN", "url": "https://www.cnn.com/2026/03/28/world/live-news/iran-war-us-israel-trump" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-31", "time": "morning", "side": "iran", "title": "Iranian drone strikes fully loaded Kuwaiti oil tanker off Dubai", "detail": "A Kuwaiti crude carrier fully loaded with two million barrels of oil was struck by an Iranian drone attack and set on fire early Tuesday while anchored at the Dubai port in the United Arab Emirates. The UAE authorities reported there was no oil leakage despite the fire. The attack came a day after US President Donald Trump renewed threats to target Iran's energy facilities if the Strait of Hormuz is not reopened.", "lat": 25.2697, "lng": 55.2894, "tid": "kuwaiti-tanker-dubai", "tn": "Dubai, UAE", "dmg": 50, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRIKE — Kuwaiti tanker carrying 2M barrels of oil hit by drone and set on fire", "dc": "dmg-major", "sources": [ { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/03/31/world/iran-war-oil-trump/heres-the-latest" }, { "name": "CNN", "url": "https://www.cnn.com/2026/03/31/world/live-news/iran-war-us-trump-oil" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-31", "time": "afternoon", "side": "global", "title": "US gasoline prices hit a gallon as oil surge continues", "detail": "The national average for a gallon of gasoline in the US surpassed , as the Iran war and ongoing blockades in the Strait of Hormuz wreaked havoc on global energy supplies. Brent crude oil prices remained elevated above 15 per barrel following the attack on a Kuwaiti tanker off Dubai and continued threats against regional energy infrastructure.", "lat": 38.8951, "lng": -77.0364, "tid": "us-gas-prices-4", "tn": "Washington, DC, US", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "ECONOMY — US average gas prices hit /gallon amid energy supply crisis", "dc": "dmg-none", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/us-pump-prices-hit-4-gallon-iran-war-wreaks-havoc-global-energy-supply-2026-03-31/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-30", "time": "afternoon", "side": "hezbollah", "title": "Four Israeli soldiers killed in southern Lebanon combat", "detail": "The Israeli military reported that four personnel were killed and two others injured during combat operations against Hezbollah in southern Lebanon. Israeli troops have continued pushing deeper into Lebanese territory to dismantle militant infrastructure while the broader war with Iran unfolds.", "lat": 33.2721, "lng": 35.2038, "tid": "idf-four-killed-lebanon", "tn": "Southern Lebanon", "dmg": 0, "cas": 4, "dl": "CASUALTIES — Four Israeli soldiers killed in combat with Hezbollah", "dc": "dmg-none", "sources": [ { "name": "The Guardian", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/mar/30/iran-war-live-updates-trump-oil-kharg-island-houthis-israel-lebanon-middle-east" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-30", "time": "daytime", "side": "israel", "title": "IDF strikes air defense site in Mazandaran, northern Iran", "detail": "IDF expanded air dominance by striking an air defense site in Nowshahr, Mazandaran Province, near the Caspian Sea coast. IDF stated it has now destroyed more than 80% of Iran's air defense systems. Explosions also reported in Amol, Chalus, Babol, Nur, and Babolsar in Mazandaran.", "lat": 36.63, "lng": 51.5, "tid": "mazandaran-air-defense", "tn": "Mazandaran Province", "dmg": 40, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRUCK — Air defense site destroyed; 80%+ of Iran SAMs now gone", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "ISW", "url": "https://understandingwar.org/research/middle-east/iran-update-special-report-march-30-2026/" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://understandingwar.org/research/middle-east/iran-update-special-report-march-30-2026/", "source": "Commercial satellite imagery (via ISW)", "captureDate": "2026-03-30", "description": "Destroyed air defense site in Nowshahr, Mazandaran Province near Caspian Sea coast" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-30", "time": "daytime", "side": "israel", "title": "IDF strikes ~40 defense industrial sites in two days", "detail": "IDF struck approximately 40 defense industrial sites over past 48 hours including: IRGC Ballistic Missile Research Complex (near Khojir), Artesh Air Defense Research Organization (missile components), Parchin Military Complex (Shahid Sayyad Shirazi Industries), Saba Battery Factory (DIO subsidiary), Iranian Aviation Industries Organization (IAIO), long-range anti-aircraft missile assembly site in Ghazvin Province, and multiple facilities at Imam Hossein University (wind tunnels, chemistry center, physics center, weapons development center).", "lat": 35.6, "lng": 51.6, "tid": "defense-industrial-blitz", "tn": "Tehran / Ghazvin Province", "dmg": 70, "cas": 0, "dl": "MASSIVE — ~40 defense industrial sites struck in 48 hours", "dc": "dmg-critical", "sources": [ { "name": "ISW", "url": "https://understandingwar.org/research/middle-east/iran-update-special-report-march-30-2026/" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://www.washingtonpost.com/investigations/2026/03/29/iran-ballistic-missile-sites/", "source": "Vantor", "captureDate": "2026-03-14", "description": "WashPost analysis: 19 structures struck at Hakimiyeh Military Complex, a liquid propellant and missile launcher production facility in Tehran" }, { "url": "https://understandingwar.org/research/middle-east/iran-update-special-report-march-30-2026/", "source": "Commercial satellite imagery (via ISW)", "captureDate": "2026-03-17", "description": "Damage to Saba Battery warehouse in Pasargad Industrial Zone, Tehran; a DIO subsidiary producing missile components" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-30", "time": "daytime", "side": "us", "title": "Tabriz Oil Refinery and Abadan Refinery struck", "detail": "Combined force struck Tabriz Oil Refinery in East Azerbaijan Province and explosions reported near Abadan Oil Refinery in Khuzestan Province. Large explosion footage circulated. First confirmed strikes on oil refineries inside Iran. Neither CENTCOM nor IDF confirmed at time of reporting.", "lat": 38.08, "lng": 46.29, "tid": "tabriz-abadan-refineries", "tn": "Tabriz / Abadan Refineries", "dmg": 50, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRUCK — Two major oil refineries hit", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "ISW", "url": "https://understandingwar.org/research/middle-east/iran-update-special-report-march-30-2026/" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2026/3/30/us-israel-war-on-iran-whats-happening-on-day-31-of-attacks" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-30", "time": "daytime", "side": "us", "title": "2nd Tactical Airbase in Tabriz struck again", "detail": "Combined force struck Artesh Air Force 2nd Tactical Airbase in Tabriz, East Azerbaijan Province, with seven explosions reported. Base houses MiG-29 and F-5 aircraft from 21st, 22nd, and 23rd tactical fighter squadrons. Previously struck around March 3 and during June 2025 war.", "lat": 38.13, "lng": 46.24, "tid": "tabriz-airbase-mar30", "tn": "2nd Tactical Airbase, Tabriz", "dmg": 50, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRUCK — Airbase hit for third time in the war", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "ISW", "url": "https://understandingwar.org/research/middle-east/iran-update-special-report-march-30-2026/" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://understandingwar.org/research/middle-east/iran-update-special-report-march-30-2026/", "source": "Commercial satellite imagery (via ISW)", "captureDate": "2026-03-30", "description": "Damage at 2nd Tactical Airbase in Tabriz housing MiG-29 and F-5 aircraft; base struck for third time in the war" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-30", "time": "daytime", "side": "us", "title": "Two missile bases near Shiraz struck", "detail": "Combined force struck two missile bases near Shiraz, Fars Province, including the Shiraz South Missile Base — one of Iran's 25 primary MRBM launch bases and previously used to fire missiles at Israel. Ground-penetrating munitions targeted underground facilities.", "lat": 29.5, "lng": 52.5, "tid": "shiraz-missile-bases", "tn": "Shiraz Missile Bases, Fars", "dmg": 50, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRUCK — Underground missile launch facilities targeted", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "ISW", "url": "https://understandingwar.org/research/middle-east/iran-update-special-report-march-30-2026/" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://understandingwar.org/research/middle-east/iran-update-special-report-march-30-2026/", "source": "Commercial satellite imagery (via ISW)", "captureDate": "2026-03-07", "description": "Ground-penetrating munitions craters visible at Shiraz South Missile Base, one of Iran's 25 primary MRBM launch bases" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-30", "time": "daytime", "side": "us", "title": "Basij and police sites struck in Iranian Kurdistan", "detail": "IDF struck Basij bases in Dehgolan and Divandarreh, Kurdistan Province, and Law Enforcement Command buildings in Sanandaj and Saghez. These cities were previous hotspots of Iranian protest suppression in January 2026.", "lat": 35.32, "lng": 47, "tid": "kurdistan-basij-police", "tn": "Kurdistan Province", "dmg": 30, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRUCK — Internal security sites in protest hotspots targeted", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "ISW", "url": "https://understandingwar.org/research/middle-east/iran-update-special-report-march-30-2026/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-30", "time": "daytime", "side": "other", "title": "NATO intercepts Iranian ballistic missile over Turkish airspace — 4th time", "detail": "Turkish Defense Ministry announced NATO air defense systems intercepted an Iranian ballistic missile that entered Turkish airspace over the eastern Mediterranean Sea — the fourth such violation since the war began. Iran's defense minister called Turkish counterpart to discuss; Iran previously denied responsibility.", "lat": 36.5, "lng": 35.5, "tid": "turkey-airspace-4th", "tn": "Turkish Airspace / E. Mediterranean", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "INTERCEPTED — 4th Iranian missile in Turkish airspace", "dc": "dmg-none", "sources": [ { "name": "ISW", "url": "https://understandingwar.org/research/middle-east/iran-update-special-report-march-30-2026/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-30", "time": "daytime", "side": "other", "title": "PMF fighters deploy to western Iran", "detail": "Anti-regime media and a KDP-affiliated journalist reported Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF) fighters from Iraq have deployed to Basij bases in Khorramshahr and Abadan, Khuzestan Province. Iran may be using PMF to strengthen control over protest hotspots as combined force struck Shalamcheh border crossing.", "lat": 30.43, "lng": 48.17, "tid": "pmf-deploy-iran", "tn": "Khorramshahr/Abadan, Khuzestan", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "DEPLOYMENT — Iraqi PMF fighters enter Iran to bolster Basij", "dc": "dmg-none", "sources": [ { "name": "ISW", "url": "https://understandingwar.org/research/middle-east/iran-update-special-report-march-30-2026/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-30", "time": "report", "side": "other", "title": "Trump: 13,000 targets struck; 150 vessels destroyed; 3,000 targets remain", "detail": "Trump told Financial Times combined force has struck 13,000 targets since Feb 28, with approximately 3,000 remaining. White House confirmed 150 Iranian vessels destroyed, including 92% of Iran's largest warships. IDF reported 170 targets struck in the past day alone. Trump also said he wants to 'take the oil in Iran' and capture Kharg Island.", "lat": 38.9, "lng": -77.04, "tid": "trump-13000-targets", "tn": "Washington DC", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "MILESTONE — 13,000 targets struck; 92% of Iran's large warships destroyed", "dc": "dmg-none", "sources": [ { "name": "Financial Times (via ISW)", "url": "https://understandingwar.org/research/middle-east/iran-update-special-report-march-30-2026/" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2026/3/30/us-israel-war-on-iran-whats-happening-on-day-31-of-attacks" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-30", "time": "daytime", "side": "other", "title": "Houthis attack Israel for 3rd time — 2 drones intercepted near Eilat", "detail": "IDF intercepted two Houthi drones near Eilat, southern Israel, marking the third Houthi attack since entering the war on March 28. Houthi involvement raises concerns about renewed Red Sea shipping disruptions.", "lat": 29.56, "lng": 34.95, "tid": "houthi-eilat-3rd", "tn": "Eilat, Israel", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "INTERCEPTED — 3rd Houthi attack since entering war", "dc": "dmg-none", "sources": [ { "name": "ISW", "url": "https://understandingwar.org/research/middle-east/iran-update-special-report-march-30-2026/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-30", "time": "report", "side": "other", "title": "Hezbollah: 65 attacks in 24 hours; 5,000 projectiles since March 2", "detail": "Hezbollah claimed 65 attacks targeting Israeli forces in 24 hours between March 29-30. Israeli FM Saar said Hezbollah has launched 5,000 missiles, rockets, and drones from Lebanon at Israel since March 2.", "lat": 33.27, "lng": 35.2, "tid": "hezbollah-65-attacks", "tn": "Southern Lebanon / Northern Israel", "dmg": 20, "cas": 0, "dl": "ONGOING — 5,000 Hezbollah projectiles since March 2", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "ISW", "url": "https://understandingwar.org/research/middle-east/iran-update-special-report-march-30-2026/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-30", "time": "report", "side": "other", "title": "Ukraine signs defense deals with Saudi, UAE, Qatar; offers sea drones for Hormuz", "detail": "Zelensky met Jordan's King Abdullah II in Amman after signing defense agreements with Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Qatar. Ukraine offered to deploy unmanned surface vessels to help clear the Strait of Hormuz, citing experience unblocking Black Sea trade routes. Zelensky also confirmed Russia providing Iran satellite imagery of US military assets.", "lat": 31.95, "lng": 35.93, "tid": "ukraine-gulf-deals", "tn": "Amman, Jordan", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "DIPLOMATIC — Ukraine offers sea drones for Hormuz; signs Gulf defense deals", "dc": "dmg-none", "sources": [ { "name": "ISW", "url": "https://understandingwar.org/research/middle-east/iran-update-special-report-march-30-2026/" }, { "name": "CNN", "url": "https://www.cnn.com/2026/03/30/world/zelensky-sea-drones-hormuz" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-30", "time": "report", "side": "other", "title": "Gulf allies privately urging Trump to continue war", "detail": "AP reported Saudi Arabia, UAE, Kuwait, and Bahrain officials are privately urging Trump to continue the war, arguing Tehran hasn't been weakened enough. Gulf nations want significant leadership changes or dramatic behavioral shift before any ceasefire. This despite initial complaints about lack of advance notice.", "lat": 24.71, "lng": 46.68, "tid": "gulf-allies-continue-war", "tn": "Riyadh / Gulf Capitals", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "DIPLOMATIC — Gulf allies press Trump to keep fighting", "dc": "dmg-none", "sources": [ { "name": "AP (via CBS)", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-us-trump-uncertainty-oil-prices-strait-of-hormuz-houthis-red-sea/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-31", "time": "early morning", "side": "us", "title": "US bombs Isfahan — massive fireball", "detail": "Major US airstrike hit Isfahan early Tuesday, sending a massive fireball into the sky. Trump shared video of the explosion on Truth Social. Isfahan is home to sites linked to Iran's highly enriched uranium storage. Satellite imagery from June 2025 showed a truck carrying 18 containers of up to 534kg of 60%-enriched uranium entering tunnel at Isfahan Nuclear Technology Center.", "lat": 32.65, "lng": 51.68, "tid": "isfahan-massive-mar31", "tn": "Isfahan", "dmg": 70, "cas": 0, "dl": "MASSIVE — Fireball over Isfahan; enriched uranium storage site", "dc": "dmg-critical", "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-us-trump-uncertainty-oil-prices-strait-of-hormuz-houthis-red-sea/" }, { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/03/31/world/iran-war-oil-trump/heres-the-latest" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-31", "time": "early morning", "side": "israel", "title": "IDF warns Tehran's Vardavard area, strikes military infrastructure", "detail": "Israeli military posted social media warning to residents of Tehran's Vardavard area to stay home while attacking military infrastructure. Explosions heard across parts of Tehran. Continued systematic bombardment of the capital entering Day 32.", "lat": 35.75, "lng": 51.35, "tid": "tehran-vardavard-mar31", "tn": "Vardavard, Tehran", "dmg": 40, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRUCK — Targeted Tehran military infrastructure with civilian warning", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/03/31/world/iran-war-oil-trump/heres-the-latest" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-31", "time": "morning", "side": "iran", "title": "Iran launches missiles at Israel — intercepted over Jerusalem", "detail": "Iran launched missiles toward Israel early Tuesday. Sirens sounded and at least 10 blasts heard over Jerusalem. IDF said air defenses were working to intercept. IDF later confirmed it was safe to leave shelters.", "lat": 31.77, "lng": 35.23, "tid": "iran-missiles-jerusalem-mar31", "tn": "Jerusalem, Israel", "dmg": 5, "cas": 0, "dl": "INTERCEPTED — Missiles over Jerusalem, sirens across Israel", "dc": "dmg-light", "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-us-trump-uncertainty-oil-prices-strait-of-hormuz-houthis-red-sea/" }, { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/03/31/world/iran-war-oil-trump/heres-the-latest" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-31", "time": "morning", "side": "iran", "title": "Gulf-wide missile/drone attacks continue — Saudi intercepts 8 missiles", "detail": "Saudi Arabia intercepted 8 missiles, most targeting Riyadh. Kuwait responded to drone and missile attacks. UAE forces responded to Iranian drones and missiles; drone hit Thuraya telecoms building in Sharjah. Bahrain activated warning sirens. Interceptor debris fell on houses in southern Dubai, injuring 4 Asian nationals.", "lat": 24.71, "lng": 46.68, "tid": "gulf-attacks-mar31", "tn": "Gulf States (multiple)", "dmg": 15, "cas": 4, "dl": "ONGOING — Saudi intercepts 8 missiles; UAE, Kuwait, Bahrain all hit", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/03/31/world/iran-war-oil-trump/heres-the-latest" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-31", "time": "morning", "side": "israel", "title": "4 Israeli soldiers killed in southern Lebanon — total reaches 10", "detail": "Israeli military reported four soldiers killed and three injured during combat with Hezbollah in southern Lebanon on Tuesday. Total Israeli soldiers killed in the Lebanon ground operation now reaches 10. IDF continuing to expand 30km security zone.", "lat": 33.15, "lng": 35.25, "tid": "idf-4-killed-lebanon-mar31", "tn": "Southern Lebanon", "dmg": 0, "cas": 4, "dl": "CASUALTIES — 4 more IDF soldiers killed; 10 total in Lebanon", "dc": "dmg-none", "sources": [ { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/03/31/world/iran-war-oil-trump/heres-the-latest" }, { "name": "CBS News", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-us-trump-uncertainty-oil-prices-strait-of-hormuz-houthis-red-sea/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-31", "time": "morning", "side": "other", "title": "2 more UN peacekeepers killed in Lebanon — France calls emergency UNSC meeting", "detail": "Two Indonesian UN peacekeepers killed when explosion of unknown origin destroyed their vehicle in southern Lebanon. A third peacekeeper was killed Sunday. Two more wounded, one seriously. IDF opened investigation. France called for urgent UN Security Council meeting, subsequently scheduled for Tuesday.", "lat": 33.12, "lng": 35.43, "tid": "unifil-2-killed-mar31", "tn": "Southern Lebanon (UNIFIL)", "dmg": 10, "cas": 2, "dl": "KILLED — 2 Indonesian peacekeepers dead; 3 total UN deaths; UNSC meeting called", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/03/31/world/iran-war-oil-trump/heres-the-latest" }, { "name": "CBS News", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-us-trump-uncertainty-oil-prices-strait-of-hormuz-houthis-red-sea/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-31", "time": "morning", "side": "other", "title": "China: 3 vessels transit Strait of Hormuz — Beijing expresses 'gratitude'", "detail": "China's foreign ministry confirmed three Chinese vessels transited the Strait of Hormuz following 'coordination with relevant parties.' Beijing expressed gratitude, signaling a separate diplomatic channel with Iran for Chinese shipping access.", "lat": 26.56, "lng": 56.25, "tid": "china-hormuz-transit", "tn": "Strait of Hormuz", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "DIPLOMATIC — China secures Hormuz passage for 3 vessels", "dc": "dmg-none", "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-us-trump-uncertainty-oil-prices-strait-of-hormuz-houthis-red-sea/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-31", "time": "report", "side": "other", "title": "Iran parliament approves Hormuz toll plan; bans US/Israeli ships", "detail": "Iranian parliamentary committee approved draft law to impose tolls and duties on ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz, treating it as a standard transit corridor. Plan would also ban transit by American and Israeli vessels. Requires full Parliament approval. Rubio called plan illegal under international law.", "lat": 35.7, "lng": 51.42, "tid": "hormuz-toll-law-approved", "tn": "Tehran / Strait of Hormuz", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "LEGISLATIVE — Parliament committee approves Hormuz toll law", "dc": "dmg-none", "sources": [ { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/03/31/world/iran-war-oil-trump/heres-the-latest" }, { "name": "Fars News (via NYT)", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/03/31/world/iran-war-oil-trump/heres-the-latest" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-31", "time": "report", "side": "other", "title": "Eurozone inflation jumps to 2.5% as energy prices surge", "detail": "Eurostat reported consumer prices in the 21 eurozone countries rose 2.5% annually in March, up from 1.9% in February, driven by energy prices rising 4.9% after 12 months of decline. ECB President Lagarde warned of potential rate hikes if inflation exceeds 2% target.", "lat": 50.85, "lng": 4.35, "tid": "eurozone-inflation-mar31", "tn": "Brussels / Global Economy", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "ECONOMIC — Eurozone inflation spikes to 2.5% on war energy costs", "dc": "dmg-none", "sources": [ { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/03/31/world/iran-war-oil-trump/heres-the-latest" }, { "name": "Eurostat", "url": "https://ec.europa.eu/eurostat/web/products-euro-indicators/w/2-31032026-ap" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-31", "time": "report", "side": "other", "title": "War casualties at one month: 2,800+ killed across all theaters", "detail": "At the one-month mark: At least 1,574 Iranian civilians killed (236 children) per HRANA. Over 1,230 Lebanese killed, 3,543 wounded since March 2. At least 50 killed in Gulf nations. 17 killed in Israel. 13 US service members dead, hundreds wounded. 3 UN peacekeepers killed. Total exceeds 2,800 dead.", "lat": 35.5, "lng": 51.5, "tid": "one-month-toll", "tn": "All Theaters", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "MILESTONE — One month: 2,800+ killed across all theaters", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/03/31/world/iran-war-oil-trump/heres-the-latest" }, { "name": "HRANA (via NYT)", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/03/31/world/iran-war-oil-trump/heres-the-latest" } ] }, { "date": "2026-03-31", "time": "report", "side": "other", "title": "Netanyahu: War goals 'beyond the halfway point'", "detail": "Israeli PM Netanyahu told Newsmax the war had achieved more than half its aims but declined to put a timeline on when it would end. Floated post-war plan to divert Gulf oil/gas pipelines across Saudi Arabia to Red Sea and up to Israeli Mediterranean ports. Rubio criticized NATO allies, especially Spain, for denying US overflight rights.", "lat": 31.77, "lng": 35.23, "tid": "netanyahu-halfway", "tn": "Jerusalem / Washington DC", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "ASSESSMENT — Netanyahu: war missions 'beyond halfway'", "dc": "dmg-none", "sources": [ { "name": "Newsmax (via CBS)", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-us-trump-uncertainty-oil-prices-strait-of-hormuz-houthis-red-sea/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-01", "time": "~05:30 IRST", "side": "us", "title": "Israel completes 'wide-scale' strike wave on Tehran", "detail": "Massive explosions rocked Tehran at ~5:30 AM local time. IDF said it completed a wave of strikes targeting Iranian government infrastructure. State TV reported three locations hit including Nobonyad Square (military buildings/housing). Strikes also hit area near former US embassy ('Den of Spies' museum), damaging walls and nearby shops. Residents reported homes shaking from blast waves with large smoke plumes visible.", "lat": 35.73, "lng": 51.44, "tid": "tehran-apr1-strikes", "tn": "Tehran — Government Infrastructure", "dmg": 40, "cas": 0, "dl": "HEAVY — Multiple government sites struck across Tehran", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/04/01/world/iran-war-trump-oil-news" }, { "name": "The Hindu", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/us-israel-iran-war-updates-live-april-1-2026/article70809746.ece" }, { "name": "Gulf News", "url": "https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/usisrael-war-on-iran-day-33-trump-says-conflict-could-end-in-two-weeks-maybe-three-kuwait-airport-hit-by-drone-attacks-1.500492706" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-01", "time": "~05:30 IRST", "side": "us", "title": "Tofigh Daru pharmaceutical plant destroyed in Tehran", "detail": "Israeli strike destroyed the Tofigh Daru pharmaceutical raw material units in Tehran, including its R&D department. Iranian officials called it 'a blow to the national medical supply chain.' IDF claimed the facility was supplying a potentially deadly drug to an Iranian chemical weapons developer. FM Araghchi denounced it as 'an attempt to disrupt the country's health care system.'", "lat": 35.74, "lng": 51.38, "tid": "tofigh-daru-pharma", "tn": "Tofigh Daru Pharmaceutical, Tehran", "dmg": 80, "cas": 0, "dl": "DESTROYED — Pharmaceutical plant leveled; supply chain disrupted", "dc": "dmg-critical", "sources": [ { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/04/01/world/iran-war-trump-oil-news" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/4/1/iran-war-what-is-happening-on-day-33-of-us-israel-attacks" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-01", "time": "early morning", "side": "us", "title": "Bandar Abbas — Shahid Haghani passenger port bombed", "detail": "Israeli fighter jets bombed the Shahid Haghani commercial and passenger port in Bandar Abbas, strategically located on the Strait of Hormuz. Deputy governor of Hormozgan Province Ahmad Nafisi condemned the 'criminal' attack on civilian infrastructure. No casualties reported.", "lat": 27.19, "lng": 56.27, "tid": "bandar-abbas-port-apr1", "tn": "Bandar Abbas Port", "dmg": 35, "cas": 0, "dl": "MODERATE — Strategic port infrastructure damaged", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/04/01/world/iran-war-trump-oil-news" }, { "name": "Gulf News", "url": "https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/usisrael-war-on-iran-day-33-trump-says-conflict-could-end-in-two-weeks-maybe-three-kuwait-airport-hit-by-drone-attacks-1.500492706" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/features/2026/6/8/satellite-images-show-destruction-of-the-us-israel-war-on-iran", "source": "Planet Labs PBC / Airbus via Al Jazeera OSU", "captureDate": "2026-04-01", "description": "Al Jazeera Open Source Unit reports Planet Labs and Airbus imagery captured between Feb. 26 and Apr. 1 showing extensive destruction at 11 locations across the Bandar Abbas port complex, including damaged warehouses and a docked vessel." } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-01", "time": "early morning", "side": "us", "title": "Qeshm Island desalination plant knocked out", "detail": "A desalination plant on Qeshm Island in the Strait of Hormuz was struck and knocked out of service, cutting water supply to the island. Reported by Iranian state media.", "lat": 26.95, "lng": 56.27, "tid": "qeshm-desal-plant", "tn": "Qeshm Island, Strait of Hormuz", "dmg": 70, "cas": 0, "dl": "SEVERE — Desalination plant destroyed; island water supply cut", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "Al Jazeera", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/4/1/iran-war-what-is-happening-on-day-33-of-us-israel-attacks" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-01", "time": "morning", "side": "iran", "title": "Iranian missiles hit central Israel — 14 wounded, child critical", "detail": "Iran launched multiple missile salvos at central Israel throughout the morning (4+ attacks). At least 14 wounded including an 11-year-old girl in critical condition from shrapnel. Sheba Medical Center treated 8 people, 6 of them children. IDF intercepted some missiles but fragments caused damage at several sites. Air raid sirens activated across central Israel.", "lat": 32.05, "lng": 34.77, "tid": "iran-missiles-israel-apr1", "tn": "Central Israel / Tel Aviv Area", "dmg": 15, "cas": 14, "dl": "MODERATE — Multiple salvos; 14 wounded incl. children", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "Times of Israel", "url": "https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog-april-01-2026/" }, { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/04/01/world/iran-war-trump-oil-news" }, { "name": "CNN", "url": "https://www.cnn.com/2026/04/01/world/live-news/iran-war-us-trump-oil" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-01", "time": "early morning", "side": "iran", "title": "Iranian drones strike Kuwait airport fuel tanks — large fire", "detail": "Iranian drones struck fuel storage tanks at Kuwait International Airport, igniting a large fire. Significant damage to tanks but no casualties. This follows a previous drone strike that damaged the airport's radar system on March 29. Airport has been closed since February 28; Saudi Arabia providing buses to alternate airports.", "lat": 29.23, "lng": 47.97, "tid": "kuwait-airport-fuel-apr1", "tn": "Kuwait International Airport", "dmg": 40, "cas": 0, "dl": "HEAVY — Fuel tanks hit; large fire at airport", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/04/01/world/iran-war-trump-oil-news" }, { "name": "Gulf News", "url": "https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/usisrael-war-on-iran-day-33-trump-says-conflict-could-end-in-two-weeks-maybe-three-kuwait-airport-hit-by-drone-attacks-1.500492706" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-01", "time": "early morning", "side": "iran", "title": "3 cruise missiles launched at Qatar — tanker struck", "detail": "Three cruise missiles launched from Iran at Qatar. Qatari military intercepted two; the third struck oil tanker 'Aqua 1' leased to QatarEnergy in Qatari territorial waters. All 21 crew evacuated safely, no casualties or environmental impact. Qatar defense ministry confirmed the attack.", "lat": 25.65, "lng": 51.53, "tid": "qatar-tanker-strike-apr1", "tn": "Qatari Waters / Off Doha", "dmg": 20, "cas": 0, "dl": "MODERATE — Cruise missile hits tanker in Qatari waters", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/04/01/world/iran-war-trump-oil-news" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2026/4/1/iran-live-trump-says-no-deal-needed-to-end-war-isfahan-steel-plants-hit" }, { "name": "Gulf News", "url": "https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/usisrael-war-on-iran-day-33-trump-says-conflict-could-end-in-two-weeks-maybe-three-kuwait-airport-hit-by-drone-attacks-1.500492706" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-01", "time": "early morning", "side": "iran", "title": "Bahrain hit — fire at business facility from Iranian attack", "detail": "Air raid sirens sounded multiple times in Bahrain. Authorities confirmed an Iranian attack caused a fire at an unnamed company's facility. Residents told to remain calm and head to nearest safe places.", "lat": 26.07, "lng": 50.55, "tid": "bahrain-fire-apr1", "tn": "Bahrain", "dmg": 20, "cas": 0, "dl": "MODERATE — Iranian attack ignites fire at business facility", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/04/01/world/iran-war-trump-oil-news" }, { "name": "Guardian", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/mar/31/iran-latest-updates-trump-threats-oil-spill-dubai-tehran-jerusalem-strikes" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-01", "time": "morning", "side": "iran", "title": "Drone debris kills 1 in Fujairah, UAE", "detail": "A Bangladeshi national was killed in Fujairah, UAE after debris from an intercepted drone fell on a farm. Confirmed by Fujairah authorities.", "lat": 25.13, "lng": 56.33, "tid": "fujairah-drone-death-apr1", "tn": "Fujairah, UAE", "dmg": 5, "cas": 1, "dl": "FATAL — 1 killed by falling drone debris", "dc": "dmg-light", "sources": [ { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/04/01/world/iran-war-trump-oil-news" }, { "name": "Gulf News", "url": "https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/usisrael-war-on-iran-day-33-trump-says-conflict-could-end-in-two-weeks-maybe-three-kuwait-airport-hit-by-drone-attacks-1.500492706" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-01", "time": "morning", "side": "iran", "title": "Houthis launch 3rd missile attack on Israel — joint operation with Iran & Hezbollah", "detail": "Yemen's Houthis claimed their third missile attack on Israel, firing a barrage of ballistic missiles at southern Israel. Spokesman Yahya Saree said it was conducted 'jointly with our mujahideen brothers in Iran and Hezbollah in Lebanon.' IDF said it intercepted a missile launched from Yemen.", "lat": 31.25, "lng": 34.79, "tid": "houthi-3rd-attack-apr1", "tn": "Southern Israel (from Yemen)", "dmg": 5, "cas": 0, "dl": "INTERCEPTED — 3rd Houthi-Iran-Hezbollah joint missile strike", "dc": "dmg-light", "sources": [ { "name": "CNN", "url": "https://www.cnn.com/2026/04/01/world/live-news/iran-war-us-trump-oil" }, { "name": "Gulf News", "url": "https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/usisrael-war-on-iran-day-33-trump-says-conflict-could-end-in-two-weeks-maybe-three-kuwait-airport-hit-by-drone-attacks-1.500492706" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-01", "time": "early morning", "side": "us", "title": "Israeli strikes kill 7 in Beirut; senior Hezbollah commander targeted", "detail": "Israeli strikes in Beirut killed at least 7 people and wounded 24 others. IDF said it struck a senior Hezbollah commander and an additional senior operative in two separate strikes in the Beirut area. Continued strikes across southern Lebanon as Israel expands ground invasion. Lebanon's army forced to reposition units encircled by Israeli incursion.", "lat": 33.87, "lng": 35.5, "tid": "beirut-strikes-apr1", "tn": "Beirut, Lebanon", "dmg": 30, "cas": 7, "dl": "HEAVY — 7 killed; senior Hezbollah commander targeted", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/04/01/world/iran-war-trump-oil-news" }, { "name": "Gulf News", "url": "https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/usisrael-war-on-iran-day-33-trump-says-conflict-could-end-in-two-weeks-maybe-three-kuwait-airport-hit-by-drone-attacks-1.500492706" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-01", "time": "report", "side": "other", "title": "Trump: War could end in 2-3 weeks; national address tonight", "detail": "President Trump said the US military campaign could end in 'two to three weeks' and that a deal with Iran is not required. White House announced Trump will deliver a national address at 9 PM ET. Trump claimed he achieved the primary goal of preventing Iran's nuclear weapon, though no evidence the near-bomb-grade fuel stockpile was destroyed. Defense Sec Hegseth said US has such air superiority that B-52s are flying directly over Iranian territory.", "lat": 38.9, "lng": -77.04, "tid": "trump-2-3-weeks", "tn": "Washington DC", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "POLITICAL — Trump signals war endgame; national address tonight", "dc": "dmg-none", "sources": [ { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/04/01/world/iran-war-trump-oil-news" }, { "name": "CNN", "url": "https://www.cnn.com/2026/04/01/world/live-news/iran-war-us-trump-oil" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/4/1/iran-war-what-is-happening-on-day-33-of-us-israel-attacks" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-01", "time": "report", "side": "other", "title": "Iran FM: No negotiations with US; 'zero trust' in Washington", "detail": "Iranian FM Abbas Araghchi told Al Jazeera that Tehran has neither responded to the US 15-point peace proposal nor made a counteroffer. Said messages have been exchanged with Witkoff but 'there are no grounds for negotiations' and Iran has 'zero' trust in the US. Iran says it is prepared for 'at least six months' of war.", "lat": 35.7, "lng": 51.42, "tid": "araghchi-no-talks-apr1", "tn": "Tehran", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "DIPLOMATIC — Iran rejects US peace plan; prepared for 6+ months", "dc": "dmg-none", "sources": [ { "name": "Al Jazeera", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/4/1/iran-war-what-is-happening-on-day-33-of-us-israel-attacks" }, { "name": "Gulf News", "url": "https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/usisrael-war-on-iran-day-33-trump-says-conflict-could-end-in-two-weeks-maybe-three-kuwait-airport-hit-by-drone-attacks-1.500492706" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-01", "time": "report", "side": "other", "title": "Oil plunges on war-end hopes; Brent drops 5% to $98.77", "detail": "Oil prices tumbled after Trump's comments about ending the war in weeks. Brent crude fell 5% to $98.77/barrel, WTI dropped ~4% to $97.28. European stock markets surged — Frankfurt and Paris up 2%+, London FTSE 100 up 1.7%. UAE banned Iranian nationals from entering or transiting the country.", "lat": 51.51, "lng": -0.12, "tid": "oil-plunge-apr1", "tn": "Global Markets", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "ECONOMIC — Oil drops 5% on war-end optimism; stocks rally", "dc": "dmg-none", "sources": [ { "name": "Gulf News", "url": "https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/usisrael-war-on-iran-day-33-trump-says-conflict-could-end-in-two-weeks-maybe-three-kuwait-airport-hit-by-drone-attacks-1.500492706" }, { "name": "CNN", "url": "https://www.cnn.com/2026/04/01/world/live-news/iran-war-us-trump-oil" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-01", "time": "report", "side": "other", "title": "Updated death tolls — Day 33: casualties mounting across all theaters", "detail": "HRANA reports at least 1,598 Iranian civilians killed (244 children). Lebanon: 1,260+ killed, 3,750+ wounded since March 2. Gulf nations: 50+ killed. Israel: 17+ killed. US: 13 service members dead, hundreds wounded. IDF claims 800+ air force attack flights dropping ~16,000 munitions on Iran.", "lat": 35.5, "lng": 51.5, "tid": "death-toll-day33", "tn": "All Theaters", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "MILESTONE — Day 33: Death tolls continue rising across all fronts", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/04/01/world/iran-war-trump-oil-news" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/4/1/iran-war-what-is-happening-on-day-33-of-us-israel-attacks" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-02", "time": "morning", "side": "us", "title": "US strikes destroy B1 bridge between Tehran and Karaj", "detail": "US airstrikes caused partial collapse of Iran's B1 bridge, a massive highway bridge under construction connecting Tehran to Karaj. At least 13 killed and 95 wounded. Iranian state media reported a second strike hit as emergency workers arrived. Trump celebrated on social media: 'The biggest bridge in Iran comes tumbling down — Much more to follow!' Iran's FM Araghchi responded: 'Striking civilian structures will not compel Iranians to surrender.'", "lat": 35.78, "lng": 51, "tid": "b1-bridge-karaj", "tn": "B1 Bridge, Karaj", "dmg": 70, "cas": 13, "dl": "HEAVY — Major highway bridge partially collapsed; 13 killed, 95 wounded", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/04/02/world/iran-war-trump-news" }, { "name": "DW", "url": "https://www.dw.com/en/iran-war-oil-prices-jump-stocks-fall-after-trump-speech/live-76635831" }, { "name": "NPR", "url": "https://www.npr.org/2026/04/03/g-s1-116314/iran-hits-gulf-refineries-as-trump-warns-u-s-will-attack-iranian-bridges-power-plants" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-02", "time": "morning", "side": "us", "title": "Pasteur Institute of Iran destroyed in Tehran strike", "detail": "Airstrike destroyed the Pasteur Institute of Iran, a renowned public health institution that produced and distributed vaccines. Iranian health ministry called it a 'direct assault on international health security.' Unclear if US or Israel responsible. Institute was one of Iran's oldest medical research facilities.", "lat": 35.7, "lng": 51.42, "tid": "pasteur-institute", "tn": "Pasteur Institute, Tehran", "dmg": 90, "cas": 0, "dl": "DESTROYED — Major public health institution obliterated", "dc": "dmg-critical", "sources": [ { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/04/02/world/iran-war-trump-news" }, { "name": "DW", "url": "https://www.dw.com/en/iran-war-oil-prices-jump-stocks-fall-after-trump-speech/live-76635831" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-02", "time": "throughout day", "side": "us", "title": "US-Israeli strikes halt two major Iranian steel plants", "detail": "Strikes halted services at two major Iranian steel plants in Isfahan and Ahvaz, state-affiliated Mizan agency reported. Part of escalating infrastructure targeting following Trump's 'stone ages' threat. Iran's steel industry is a key economic sector.", "lat": 32.65, "lng": 51.68, "tid": "steel-plants-apr2", "tn": "Isfahan / Ahvaz Steel Plants", "dmg": 50, "cas": 0, "dl": "HEAVY — Two major steel plants knocked offline", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "DW", "url": "https://www.dw.com/en/strikes-on-iran-steel-mills-deal-painful-blow-to-economy-isfahan-ahvaz/a-76621439" }, { "name": "DW Live", "url": "https://www.dw.com/en/iran-war-oil-prices-jump-stocks-fall-after-trump-speech/live-76635831" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://newlinesmag.com/reportage/how-israeli-airstrikes-targeted-irans-steel-industry/", "source": "Airbus Pléiades via New Lines", "captureDate": "2026-04-01", "description": "Airbus Pléiades imagery shows damage to the melting and casting hall, Direct Reduction Unit 2, and Zamzam 3 megamodule at Khuzestan Steel Company after late-March strikes" }, { "url": "https://newlinesmag.com/reportage/how-israeli-airstrikes-targeted-irans-steel-industry/", "source": "Airbus SPOT/Pléiades via New Lines", "captureDate": "2026-04-14", "description": "Airbus imagery confirms damage to the steelmaking unit at Mobarakeh Steel Company after the March 27 and March 31 strike rounds" }, { "url": "https://www.misbar.com/en/editorial/2026/04/02/satellite-images-reveal-destruction-iran%E2%80%99s-alloy-steel-production-complex", "source": "Sentinel-2 via Misbar", "captureDate": "2026-03-29", "description": "Sentinel-2 imagery shows extensive damage at the Haft Tir alloy steel complex south of Tehran/Isfahan, including damage to main buildings and adjoining structures after late-March strike waves." } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-02", "time": "throughout day", "side": "us", "title": "Strikes on Qeshm Island warehouses in Persian Gulf", "detail": "Combined US-Israeli force struck warehouses at a port in eastern Qeshm Island on April 1-2. Satellite imagery from April 2 showed large damage at the site. Part of ongoing Strait of Hormuz campaign targeting Iranian island positions.", "lat": 26.95, "lng": 56.27, "tid": "qeshm-warehouses-apr2", "tn": "Qeshm Island", "dmg": 40, "cas": 0, "dl": "MODERATE — Port warehouses destroyed", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "ISW", "url": "https://understandingwar.org/research/middle-east/iran-update-special-report-april-2-2026/" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-129994598,width-300,height-225,imgsize-32762,resizemode-75/satellite-imagery-shows-damage-smoke-at-irans-qeshm-port-after-us-israeli-strikes.jpg", "source": "Copernicus Sentinel-2 via Reuters/Economic Times", "captureDate": "2026-04-02", "description": "Sentinel-2 imagery shows smoke rising and damage at Qeshm Island port infrastructure after U.S.-Israeli strikes on Bahman port and Doha fishing pier" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-02", "time": "daytime", "side": "iran", "title": "Iranian missile strikes Israeli drone factory in Petah Tikva", "detail": "An Iranian ballistic missile struck an Israeli drone factory in Petah Tikva, near Tel Aviv. Building was damaged. Israel's Health Ministry reported treating 148 people in the last day, majority for minor injuries. 6,594 total treated since war began.", "lat": 32.09, "lng": 34.89, "tid": "petah-tikva-drone-factory", "tn": "Petah Tikva, Israel", "dmg": 40, "cas": 0, "dl": "MODERATE — Drone factory damaged by Iranian ballistic missile", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "Wikipedia", "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2026_Iran_war" }, { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/04/02/world/iran-war-trump-news" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-02", "time": "report", "side": "other", "title": "40-nation UK-led summit on Strait of Hormuz — no agreement reached", "detail": "UK Foreign Sec Yvette Cooper hosted 40+ country virtual meeting on reopening Strait of Hormuz. Traffic plunged from 150 to 10-20 vessels/day. Russia, China, France blocked UN Security Council authorization of force. Military planners to meet next week. EU's Kallas called for scaling Aspides naval mission. Russia's Kremlin aide said strait 'is open for us.' Oil surged 7.8% to $109/barrel Brent.", "lat": 26.57, "lng": 56.25, "tid": "hormuz-summit-apr2", "tn": "Strait of Hormuz (Diplomatic)", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "DIPLOMATIC — 40 nations discuss Hormuz; no force agreement; oil at $109", "dc": "dmg-none", "sources": [ { "name": "NPR", "url": "https://www.npr.org/2026/04/03/g-s1-116314/iran-hits-gulf-refineries-as-trump-warns-u-s-will-attack-iranian-bridges-power-plants" }, { "name": "DW", "url": "https://www.dw.com/en/iran-war-oil-prices-jump-stocks-fall-after-trump-speech/live-76635831" }, { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/04/02/world/iran-war-trump-news" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-02", "time": "report", "side": "other", "title": "100+ law experts warn US strikes may constitute war crimes", "detail": "Over 100 international law experts signed open letter warning US conduct 'raises serious concerns about violations of international humanitarian law, including potential war crimes.' Cited Trump's 'just for fun' remark, Hegseth's 'stupid rules of engagement' comment, Minab school strike, and threats to hit power/water plants. War costing US $1-2 billion/day.", "lat": 38.9, "lng": -77.04, "tid": "war-crimes-letter-apr2", "tn": "Washington DC / International", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "LEGAL — 100+ experts warn of potential war crimes", "dc": "dmg-none", "sources": [ { "name": "DW", "url": "https://www.dw.com/en/iran-war-oil-prices-jump-stocks-fall-after-trump-speech/live-76635831" }, { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/04/02/world/iran-war-trump-news" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-02", "time": "report", "side": "other", "title": "Iran detains human rights lawyer Nasrin Sotoudeh", "detail": "Iranian authorities detained Nasrin Sotoudeh, prominent human rights lawyer known for defending women accused of not wearing headscarves. She has been arrested and imprisoned multiple times for her work. Detention amid wartime crackdown.", "lat": 35.7, "lng": 51.42, "tid": "sotoudeh-detained", "tn": "Tehran", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "INTERNAL — Prominent rights lawyer detained during wartime", "dc": "dmg-none", "sources": [ { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/04/02/world/iran-war-trump-news" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-03", "time": "daytime", "side": "iran", "title": "Iran shoots down US F-15E fighter jet — first warplane downed in war", "detail": "Iran shot down a US F-15E Strike Eagle over Kohgiluyeh and Boyer-Ahmad province in southwestern Iran. First American warplane shot down by Iran in the five-week war. One crew member rescued, one missing — both US and Iran racing to find the missing airman. Presents major escalation and potential POW crisis if crew member captured.", "lat": 30.66, "lng": 51.56, "tid": "f15-shot-down", "tn": "Kohgiluyeh Province, Iran", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "CRITICAL — First US warplane downed; 1 crew member missing", "dc": "dmg-critical", "sources": [ { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/04/03/world/iran-war-trump-oil" }, { "name": "NPR", "url": "https://www.npr.org/2026/04/03/g-s1-116314/iran-hits-gulf-refineries-as-trump-warns-u-s-will-attack-iranian-bridges-power-plants" }, { "name": "AP", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/iran-us-israel-trump-lebanon-april-3-2026-a6365c6123cc8a696474f576d4ce7668" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2026/4/4/iran-war-live-tehran-downs-2-us-warplanes-israel-bombs-lebanon-bridges" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-03", "time": "daytime", "side": "iran", "title": "Second US aircraft (A-10) crashes near Strait of Hormuz", "detail": "A second US Air Force combat aircraft, an A-10 Warthog, crashed near the Strait of Hormuz. Iranian state media claimed it was hit by air defenses. The pilot was rescued. Two US aircraft losses in one day marks significant escalation in Iranian air defense capability.", "lat": 26.6, "lng": 56.5, "tid": "a10-crash-hormuz", "tn": "Strait of Hormuz", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "SIGNIFICANT — Second US aircraft down in one day; pilot rescued", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "AP", "url": "https://apnews.com/live/iran-war-israel-trump-04-03-2026" }, { "name": "NPR", "url": "https://www.npr.org/2026/04/03/g-s1-116314/iran-hits-gulf-refineries-as-trump-warns-u-s-will-attack-iranian-bridges-power-plants" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2026/4/4/iran-war-live-tehran-downs-2-us-warplanes-israel-bombs-lebanon-bridges" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-03", "time": "overnight/morning", "side": "iran", "title": "Iranian drones hit Kuwait's largest oil refinery at Mina Al-Ahmadi", "detail": "Drone struck Mina Al-Ahmadi refinery, Kuwait's largest, setting several units ablaze. Kuwait Petroleum Corporation confirmed fires; no injuries reported. Kuwait Army air defense systems activated against hostile missiles and drones. Refinery had been targeted previously during the war.", "lat": 29.06, "lng": 48.15, "tid": "mina-ahmadi-refinery", "tn": "Mina Al-Ahmadi Refinery, Kuwait", "dmg": 35, "cas": 0, "dl": "HEAVY — Multiple refinery units ablaze after drone strike", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "NPR", "url": "https://www.npr.org/2026/04/03/g-s1-116314/iran-hits-gulf-refineries-as-trump-warns-u-s-will-attack-iranian-bridges-power-plants" }, { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/04/02/world/iran-war-trump-news" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-03", "time": "morning", "side": "iran", "title": "UAE Habshan gas facility hit; Saudi intercepts dozen drones", "detail": "Fire at UAE's Habshan gas facility caused by debris from intercepted Iranian attack. Saudi Arabia intercepted and destroyed about a dozen Iranian drones. Iranian missiles also targeted Israel overnight, with continued rocket volleys from Hezbollah.", "lat": 23.83, "lng": 53.7, "tid": "habshan-uae-apr3", "tn": "Habshan Gas Facility, UAE", "dmg": 20, "cas": 0, "dl": "MODERATE — Gas facility damaged; Saudi intercepts drones", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "NPR", "url": "https://www.npr.org/2026/04/03/g-s1-116314/iran-hits-gulf-refineries-as-trump-warns-u-s-will-attack-iranian-bridges-power-plants" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-03", "time": "report", "side": "other", "title": "Pentagon ousts Army Chief of Staff Gen. Randy George", "detail": "Defense Sec Hegseth forced Army Chief of Staff Gen. Randy George to retire immediately, despite having 1+ year left on his term. George had served since 2023. Part of ongoing clash between Hegseth and senior Army officers. Hegseth has fired 12+ senior military officers since taking over Pentagon.", "lat": 38.87, "lng": -77.06, "tid": "george-ousted", "tn": "Pentagon, Washington DC", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "POLITICAL — Army Chief of Staff forced out amid wartime upheaval", "dc": "dmg-none", "sources": [ { "name": "DW", "url": "https://www.dw.com/en/iran-war-oil-prices-jump-stocks-fall-after-trump-speech/live-76635831" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-03", "time": "report", "side": "other", "title": "Oil surges to $109 as war intensifies; Hormuz traffic at 10-20 ships/day", "detail": "Brent crude jumped ~8% to $109/barrel on Friday after two US planes downed and Gulf refinery attacks. War cost estimated at $1-2 billion/day for US. Strait of Hormuz traffic plunged from 150 to 10-20 vessels/day. 40-nation talks yielded no force agreement. Macron called military reopening 'unrealistic.'", "lat": 51.51, "lng": -0.12, "tid": "oil-109-apr3", "tn": "Global Markets", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "ECONOMIC — Oil surges to $109; Hormuz nearly closed; war costs $1-2B/day", "dc": "dmg-none", "sources": [ { "name": "NPR", "url": "https://www.npr.org/2026/04/03/g-s1-116314/iran-hits-gulf-refineries-as-trump-warns-u-s-will-attack-iranian-bridges-power-plants" }, { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/04/02/world/iran-war-trump-news" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-03", "time": "report", "side": "other", "title": "Updated death tolls — Day 35: 1,606 Iranian civilians, 1,345 Lebanese killed", "detail": "HRANA: 1,606 Iranian civilians killed including 244 children. Lebanon health ministry: 1,345 killed, 4,040 wounded since latest fighting. Gulf nations: 50+ killed. Israel: 17+ killed, 6,594 treated. US: 13 service members dead + 1 missing (F-15E crew). Bellingcat reports UAE downplaying Iranian attack damage.", "lat": 35.5, "lng": 51.5, "tid": "death-toll-day35", "tn": "All Theaters", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "MILESTONE — Day 35: Rising tolls; US airman missing; 2 aircraft lost", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/04/02/world/iran-war-trump-news" }, { "name": "NPR", "url": "https://www.npr.org/2026/04/03/g-s1-116314/iran-hits-gulf-refineries-as-trump-warns-u-s-will-attack-iranian-bridges-power-plants" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2026/4/3/iran-war-live-trump-warns-assault-on-infrastructure-hasnt-even-started" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-04", "time": "day/night", "side": "us", "title": "US rescues downed F-15E airman from southwestern Iran", "detail": "U.S. forces extracted the final unrecovered crew member from the F-15E shot down on April 3, ending a high-profile search-and-rescue operation behind enemy lines in southwestern Iran after a two-day race with Iranian forces.", "lat": 31.55, "lng": 49.88, "tid": "f15e-airman-rescued", "tn": "Khuzestan SAR zone", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — US recovers missing crew member after downing of first warplane", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/downed-planes-spell-new-peril-trump-tehran-hunts-missing-us-pilot-2026-04-04/" }, { "name": "NPR", "url": "https://www.npr.org/2026/04/04/nx-s1-5773436/iran-war-updates" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-04", "time": "daytime", "side": "us", "title": "Mahshahr petrochemical zone struck", "detail": "US-Israeli airstrikes hit the Mahshahr Special Petrochemical Zone in southwestern Iran, wounding at least five people and expanding attacks on Iran's energy and industrial infrastructure.", "lat": 30.556, "lng": 49.189, "tid": "mahshahr-petrochemical-apr4", "tn": "Mahshahr Special Petrochemical Zone", "dmg": 30, "cas": 5, "dl": "HEAVY — Major petrochemical hub hit", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/downed-planes-spell-new-peril-trump-tehran-hunts-missing-us-pilot-2026-04-04/" }, { "name": "NPR", "url": "https://www.npr.org/2026/04/04/nx-s1-5773436/iran-war-updates" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-04", "time": "morning", "side": "iran", "title": "Drone strike hits Iraq's North Rumaila oilfield", "detail": "Two drones struck the BP-operated North Rumaila oilfield in southern Iraq, wounding three Iraqi workers and underscoring the spillover of Iran-linked energy attacks into Iraq.", "lat": 30.237, "lng": 47.438, "tid": "north-rumaila-apr4", "tn": "North Rumaila Oilfield", "dmg": 15, "cas": 3, "dl": "MODERATE — Iraq oilfield hit by drones", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/fire-reported-foreign-oil-companies-storage-facilities-iraq-after-drone-strike-2026-04-04/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-05", "time": "early morning", "side": "iran", "title": "Kuwait Shuwaikh oil complex and state sites hit by drones", "detail": "Iranian drones struck Kuwait's Shuwaikh oil sector complex, sparking a fire at the Kuwait Petroleum Corporation headquarters area, while additional drones hit power and government sites in the capital.", "lat": 29.351, "lng": 47.93, "tid": "shuwaikh-kuwait-apr5", "tn": "Shuwaikh Oil Sector Complex", "dmg": 25, "cas": 0, "dl": "HEAVY — Kuwaiti oil, power and government sites targeted", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/fire-erupts-kuwaits-shuwaikh-oil-sector-complex-after-drone-attack-state-news-2026-04-05/" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://media.cnn.com/api/v1/images/stellar/prod/2026-04-06-00-00-2026-04-06-23-59-sentinel-2-l2a-true-color.jpg?c=original", "source": "Sentinel-2/European Space Agency via CNN", "captureDate": "2026-04-06", "description": "Direct satellite image shows oil off the coast of Kuwait after Iranian attacks on fuel and petrochemical facilities" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-06", "time": "morning", "side": "diplomatic", "title": "Pakistan circulates immediate ceasefire plan to end hostilities", "detail": "Pakistan exchanged a two-stage proposal with Iran and the United States that would trigger an immediate ceasefire, reopen the Strait of Hormuz, and then move into 15-20 days of talks on a broader settlement tentatively dubbed the 'Islamabad Accord'. Reuters reported all elements needed agreement on April 6, with no immediate commitment yet from Tehran.", "lat": 33.6844, "lng": 73.0479, "tid": "islamabad-accord", "tn": "Islamabad / Ceasefire Mediation", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "DIPLOMATIC — Immediate ceasefire framework circulated", "dc": "dmg-none", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/china/iran-us-receive-plan-end-hostilities-immediate-ceasefire-source-says-2026-04-06/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-06", "time": "evening", "side": "diplomatic", "title": "Iran rejects temporary ceasefire, demands permanent end to war", "detail": "Tehran rejected the Pakistan-brokered immediate ceasefire proposal and instead sent a 10-clause response demanding a permanent end to the conflict, sanctions relief, a Strait of Hormuz safe-passage protocol, and reconstruction commitments.", "lat": 35.6892, "lng": 51.389, "tid": "iran-rejects-ceasefire-apr6", "tn": "Tehran / Ceasefire Response", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "DIPLOMATIC — Iran rejects temporary truce and raises broader end-war terms", "dc": "dmg-none", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/trump-vows-hell-iran-if-strait-stays-shut-says-deal-is-possible-2026-04-06/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-07", "time": "early morning", "side": "us", "title": "Sharif University AI data centre damaged in Tehran strike", "detail": "Iran said a U.S.-Israeli attack damaged an artificial intelligence data centre and other facilities at Sharif University of Technology in Tehran, one of the country's top science institutions, prompting vows of retaliation.", "lat": 35.7023, "lng": 51.3517, "tid": "sharif-university-apr7", "tn": "Sharif University of Technology", "dmg": 20, "cas": 0, "dl": "MODERATE — University research facilities hit in Tehran", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/trump-vows-hell-iran-if-strait-stays-shut-says-deal-is-possible-2026-04-06/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-07", "time": "early morning", "side": "israel", "title": "Israel reports wave of strikes on Iranian government infrastructure", "detail": "The Israeli military said it completed a wave of overnight airstrikes targeting Iranian government infrastructure in Tehran and other areas across Iran as both sides escalated ahead of Trump's deadline.", "lat": 35.6892, "lng": 51.389, "tid": "tehran-government-apr7", "tn": "Tehran Government Infrastructure", "dmg": 35, "cas": 0, "dl": "HEAVY — New wave of strikes on Iranian state infrastructure", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/trump-vows-hell-iran-if-strait-stays-shut-says-deal-is-possible-2026-04-06/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-07", "time": "early morning", "side": "iran", "title": "Iran missile threat triggers simultaneous alerts across Gulf states", "detail": "The UAE, Saudi Arabia and Bahrain issued public safety alerts as Iranian missile threats prompted air-defence activity, sirens and shelter warnings across the Gulf.", "lat": 26.25, "lng": 50.61, "tid": "gulf-alerts-apr7", "tn": "Gulf States Airspace", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — Regional missile threat triggers UAE, Saudi and Bahrain alerts", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/trump-vows-hell-iran-if-strait-stays-shut-says-deal-is-possible-2026-04-06/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-07", "time": "evening", "side": "israel", "title": "Israeli strikes sever rail bridges across Iran before deadline", "detail": "In the hours before Trump's 8 p.m. ET deadline, Israel said it struck eight bridges across Iran and warned civilians off rail travel. Iranian state media said a railway bridge strike in Kashan killed at least three people, as the late pre-deadline bombardment widened infrastructure disruption.", "lat": 33.985, "lng": 51.409, "tid": "kashan-rail-bridge-apr7", "tn": "Kashan rail bridge", "dmg": 45, "cas": 3, "dl": "HEAVY — Rail bridge network struck ahead of ceasefire push", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "AP News", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/iran-us-israel-trump-lebanon-april-7-2026-421ee64fdc9a5c26460df8119c7d1b3f" }, { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/04/07/world/iran-war-trump-news" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-08", "time": "early morning", "side": "diplomatic", "title": "US, Iran and Israel agree to a two-week ceasefire", "detail": "Washington, Tehran and Israel accepted a Pakistan-mediated two-week ceasefire tied to reopening the Strait of Hormuz. Iran said it would pause its 'defensive operation' for the period and negotiations were expected to begin in Islamabad, though Israel said the pause did not extend to fighting with Hezbollah in Lebanon.", "lat": 33.6844, "lng": 73.0479, "tid": "islamabad-ceasefire-apr8", "tn": "Islamabad / Ceasefire Mediation", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "DIPLOMATIC — Two-week ceasefire announced with Hormuz reopening", "dc": "dmg-none", "sources": [ { "name": "AP News", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/iran-us-israel-trump-lebanon-april-8-2026-38d75d5e4f1c7339a1456fc99415bb2a" }, { "name": "NYT", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/04/07/world/iran-war-trump-news" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-08", "time": "early morning", "side": "iran", "title": "Habshan gas complex suspends after interception debris sparks fires", "detail": "After the ceasefire announcement, the UAE said falling debris from an intercepted Iranian attack caused multiple fires at Abu Dhabi's Habshan gas complex. Operations were suspended and three people, two Emiratis and one Indian national, were reported with minor injuries.", "lat": 23.6, "lng": 53.7, "tid": "habshan-gas-complex-apr8", "tn": "Habshan gas complex", "dmg": 25, "cas": 3, "dl": "MODERATE — Gas operations suspended after attack debris ignites fires", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "AP News", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/iran-us-israel-trump-lebanon-april-8-2026-38d75d5e4f1c7339a1456fc99415bb2a" }, { "name": "ABC News", "url": "https://abcnews.com/International/live-updates/iran-live-updates-casualties-reported-missile-strikes-israel/?id=131757074" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-08", "time": "afternoon/evening", "side": "israel", "title": "Israel launches heaviest Lebanon strikes since Iran ceasefire", "detail": "Hours after the two-week Iran ceasefire took effect, Israel carried out its largest coordinated strike of the Lebanon war, hitting more than 100 Hezbollah sites in Beirut, the Bekaa Valley and southern Lebanon. Reuters reported Lebanon's civil defence service said 254 people were killed and more than 1,100 wounded, while Hezbollah responded early the next day with rockets toward northern Israel.", "lat": 33.8938, "lng": 35.5018, "tid": "beirut-lebanon-strikes-apr8", "tn": "Beirut and wider Lebanon strike wave", "dmg": 55, "cas": 254, "dl": "CRITICAL — Deadliest day in Lebanon war tests Iran ceasefire", "dc": "dmg-critical", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/hezbollah-pauses-attacks-under-us-iran-ceasefire-sources-close-group-say-2026-04-08/" }, { "name": "AP News", "url": "https://apnews.com/live/iran-war-israel-trump-04-09-2026" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-09", "time": "morning", "side": "iran", "title": "Hormuz stays restricted as Iran issues mine-avoidance routes", "detail": "The Strait of Hormuz remained shut to vessels sailing without an Iranian permit even after the ceasefire announcement. Reuters reported the Revolutionary Guards navy published alternative shipping routes to help vessels avoid naval mines, reinforcing that Gulf energy flows were still constrained while diplomacy remained shaky.", "lat": 26.5667, "lng": 56.25, "tid": "hormuz-mines-routes-apr9", "tn": "Strait of Hormuz", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — Strait remains restricted with mine-risk routing guidance", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/trump-agrees-two-week-ceasefire-iran-says-safe-passage-through-hormuz-possible-2026-04-08/" }, { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/us-crude-futures-rise-after-settling-previous-session-with-biggest-fall-six-2026-04-08/" }, { "name": "AP News", "url": "https://apnews.com/live/iran-war-israel-trump-04-09-2026" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-10", "time": "early morning", "side": "hezbollah", "title": "Hezbollah missile on Haifa prompts fresh Israeli strikes in Lebanon", "detail": "Reuters reported Hezbollah launched a missile toward Haifa that was intercepted, while Israel said it struck 10 launchers in Lebanon after rocket fire toward northern Israel. The exchange underscored the still-unresolved dispute over whether the Iran ceasefire also covers Lebanon.", "lat": 33.2733, "lng": 35.5789, "tid": "lebanon-haifa-exchange-apr10", "tn": "South Lebanon / Haifa front", "dmg": 10, "cas": 0, "dl": "LOW — Cross-border fire continues despite wider ceasefire", "dc": "dmg-light", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/us-iran-ceasefire-deal-shows-strain-ahead-talks-with-oil-flows-squeezed-2026-04-10/" }, { "name": "AP News", "url": "https://apnews.com/live/iran-war-israel-trump-04-10-2026" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-10", "time": "report", "side": "other", "title": "Iran says war death toll has exceeded 3,000", "detail": "A senior Iranian forensic official said more than 3,000 people had been killed in enemy attacks during the war, marking Tehran's clearest public casualty estimate yet. AP reported the figure as negotiators prepared for U.S.-Iran talks in Islamabad under an increasingly fragile ceasefire.", "lat": 35.6892, "lng": 51.389, "tid": "iran-death-toll-over-3000-apr10", "tn": "Iran nationwide", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "MILESTONE — Iran publicly pegs war deaths above 3,000", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "AP News", "url": "https://apnews.com/live/iran-war-israel-trump-04-10-2026" }, { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/us-iran-ceasefire-deal-shows-strain-ahead-talks-with-oil-flows-squeezed-2026-04-10/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-11", "time": "morning", "side": "other", "title": "Islamabad peace talks open under threat of collapse", "detail": "Senior U.S. and Iranian delegations reached Islamabad for the highest-level talks between the two countries in decades, but Tehran said negotiations could not properly begin without U.S. commitments on sanctions relief and a Lebanon ceasefire. The standoff made the wider Iran war ceasefire look increasingly fragile even as direct U.S.-Iran diplomacy finally started.", "lat": 33.6844, "lng": 73.0479, "tid": "islamabad-peace-talks-apr11", "tn": "Islamabad negotiations", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — Direct U.S.-Iran talks begin but are immediately strained", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/us-iran-set-peace-talks-doubts-emerge-over-lebanon-sanctions-2026-04-11/" }, { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/us-iran-ceasefire-deal-shows-strain-ahead-talks-with-oil-flows-squeezed-2026-04-10/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-11", "time": "morning", "side": "hezbollah", "title": "Hezbollah operations and Israeli overflights keep Lebanon front active", "detail": "Reuters reported Israeli strikes resumed in southern Lebanon on Saturday morning, with drones and warplanes operating over Beirut, while Hezbollah announced several attacks on Israeli positions in Lebanon and northern Israel. The exchanges showed the Lebanon theater was still active despite the broader U.S.-Iran ceasefire and ahead of planned Israel-Lebanon talks in Washington.", "lat": 33.2718, "lng": 35.2038, "tid": "lebanon-front-active-apr11", "tn": "South Lebanon border front", "dmg": 10, "cas": 0, "dl": "LOW — Active cross-border operations continue on the Lebanon front", "dc": "dmg-light", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/us-iran-set-peace-talks-doubts-emerge-over-lebanon-sanctions-2026-04-11/" }, { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/us-iran-ceasefire-deal-shows-strain-ahead-talks-with-oil-flows-squeezed-2026-04-10/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-12", "time": "morning", "side": "other", "title": "Islamabad ceasefire talks end without a deal", "detail": "Marathon U.S.-Iran negotiations in Islamabad ended after roughly 21 hours without an agreement, leaving the two-week ceasefire in doubt. Reuters and AP both reported the main sticking points included Iran's nuclear program and control of the Strait of Hormuz, with Pakistan urging both sides to preserve the truce.", "lat": 33.6844, "lng": 73.0479, "tid": "islamabad-talks-collapse-apr12", "tn": "Islamabad negotiations", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — U.S.-Iran peace talks collapse and ceasefire stability worsens", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/us-iran-talks-pause-now-disagreements-remain-2026-04-11/" }, { "name": "AP News", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/iran-us-israel-trump-lebanon-april-12-2026-a8a0d22918fc3fb30bc3abf1cd5c5a13" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-12", "time": "morning", "side": "israel", "title": "Israeli strike kills six in Maaroub, southern Lebanon", "detail": "AP reported that an Israeli strike hit a home in the town of Maaroub near Tyre on Sunday morning, killing six people. Reuters separately reported Israeli strikes on Hezbollah rocket launchers overnight and renewed rocket alerts in Israeli border communities, underscoring that the Lebanon front remained active despite the wider ceasefire.", "lat": 33.2186, "lng": 35.2437, "tid": "maaroub-strike-apr12", "tn": "Maaroub, south Lebanon", "dmg": 20, "cas": 6, "dl": "MODERATE — Deadly Israeli strike hits Maaroub as Lebanon fighting continues", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "AP News", "url": "https://apnews.com/live/iran-war-israel-trump-04-12-2026" }, { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/us-iran-talks-pause-now-disagreements-remain-2026-04-11/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-12", "time": "morning", "side": "other", "title": "Saudi restores East-West pipeline to full capacity", "detail": "Saudi Arabia said it restored the East-West oil pipeline to about 7 million barrels per day and recovered energy facilities damaged in attacks during the Iran war. Reuters said the route had become the kingdom's only crude export corridor after the Strait of Hormuz closed, making the recovery a major regional energy development.", "lat": 24.0896, "lng": 38.0618, "tid": "saudi-east-west-restored-apr12", "tn": "East-West pipeline / Yanbu corridor", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — Saudi export route recovers after wartime attacks", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/saudi-arabia-restores-full-capacity-east-west-oil-pipeline-7-million-bpd-after-2026-04-12/" }, { "name": "AP News", "url": "https://apnews.com/live/iran-war-israel-trump-04-12-2026" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-12", "time": "afternoon", "side": "us", "title": "U.S. announces blockade of Iranian ports after talks fail", "detail": "After the Islamabad negotiations collapsed, President Trump said the U.S. Navy would begin blockading maritime traffic entering and leaving Iranian ports starting Monday, while still allowing transit to non-Iranian ports through the Strait of Hormuz. AP and Reuters both said the move sharply escalated pressure on Tehran and prompted Iranian officials to warn that military vessels in the strait would face a forceful response.", "lat": 26.5667, "lng": 56.25, "tid": "us-blockade-iranian-ports-apr12", "tn": "Strait of Hormuz / Iranian ports", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — U.S. orders a naval blockade of Iranian ports after failed ceasefire talks", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/us-iran-talks-pause-now-disagreements-remain-2026-04-11/" }, { "name": "AP News", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/iran-us-israel-trump-lebanon-april-12-2026-a8a0d22918fc3fb30bc3abf1cd5c5a13" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-14", "time": "morning", "side": "us", "title": "U.S. says blockade of Iranian ports is fully in effect", "detail": "U.S. Central Command said no ships got past the new blockade in its first 24 hours and that six merchant vessels were ordered to turn back toward Iranian waters. Reuters and AP both reported the move marked the first actual enforcement phase of the blockade Trump announced after the Islamabad talks collapsed, with more than a dozen warships and thousands of U.S. personnel involved.", "lat": 25.75, "lng": 57.25, "tid": "us-blockade-enforced-apr14", "tn": "Strait of Hormuz / Gulf of Oman", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — U.S. blockade shifts from announcement to active enforcement at Iran's ports", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/six-ships-turned-around-part-strait-hormuz-blockade-us-military-says-2026-04-14/" }, { "name": "AP News", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/us-iran-war-lebanon-israel-talks-hormuz-14-april-2026-24655d40b2d968c39949e5ec2e01535b" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-14", "time": "afternoon", "side": "diplomatic", "title": "U.S. hosts first direct Israel-Lebanon talks in decades", "detail": "Secretary of State Marco Rubio hosted Israeli and Lebanese envoys in Washington in the first direct talks between the two countries in decades. Reuters and AP said the meeting produced agreement to continue direct negotiations, even though Lebanon pressed for a ceasefire while Israel kept demanding Hezbollah's disarmament and did not commit to ending its attacks.", "lat": 38.9072, "lng": -77.0369, "tid": "israel-lebanon-direct-talks-apr14", "tn": "Washington direct talks", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "DIPLOMATIC — Rare direct Israel-Lebanon talks open a new channel around the wider war", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/lebanese-israeli-envoys-meet-israel-presses-war-hezbollah-2026-04-14/" }, { "name": "AP News", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/us-iran-war-lebanon-israel-talks-hormuz-14-april-2026-24655d40b2d968c39949e5ec2e01535b" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-15", "time": "morning", "side": "us", "title": "U.S. threatens secondary sanctions as blockade chokes Iran sea trade", "detail": "Reuters reported the first 48 hours of the U.S. blockade stopped all vessels from passing in or out of Iranian ports, with nine ships ordered back toward Iranian waters. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Washington could impose secondary sanctions on buyers of Iranian oil and had warned two Chinese banks not to process Iranian money, sharply escalating the economic pressure campaign tied to the war ceasefire talks.", "lat": 26.5667, "lng": 56.25, "tid": "us-secondary-sanctions-blockade-apr15", "tn": "Strait of Hormuz / Iranian ports", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — U.S. blockade tightens into a broader financial squeeze on Iran", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/us-shuts-down-irans-maritime-trade-despite-optimism-more-talks-2026-04-15/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-15", "time": "morning", "side": "hezbollah", "title": "Israel weighs Lebanon ceasefire as Hezbollah fires 40 rockets", "detail": "Reuters reported Israel's security cabinet met to discuss a possible Lebanon ceasefire under U.S. pressure, even as fighting continued. Hezbollah launched about 40 rockets into Israel on Wednesday morning, while Netanyahu said Israeli forces were closing in on Bint Jbeil and the army signaled it wanted all territory south of the Litani River to become a no-go zone for Hezbollah operatives.", "lat": 33.1194, "lng": 35.4331, "tid": "bint-jbeil-ceasefire-rockets-apr15", "tn": "Bint Jbeil / south Lebanon front", "dmg": 10, "cas": 0, "dl": "LOW — Ceasefire talks advance while cross-border fighting continues", "dc": "dmg-light", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/hezbollah-says-lebanons-talks-with-israel-widen-national-rift-2026-04-15/" }, { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/israeli-military-continues-strike-hezbollah-amid-lebanon-peace-talks-netanyahu-2026-04-15/" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/features/2026/6/8/satellite-images-show-destruction-of-the-us-israel-war-on-iran", "source": "Planet Labs PBC / Airbus via Al Jazeera OSU", "captureDate": "2026-04-14", "description": "Planet Labs and Airbus imagery captured between Feb. 20 and Apr. 14 shows severe damage to approximately 725 buildings and facilities in Bint Jbeil during Israeli ground operations and air attacks." } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-15", "time": "afternoon", "side": "iran", "title": "Iran floats Omani-side Hormuz transit proposal in peace talks", "detail": "Reuters reported Tehran proposed allowing ships to sail through the Omani side of the Strait of Hormuz without risk of attack if a deal is reached with Washington. The offer marked Iran's first visible step back from earlier threats to impose tolls or unilateral control over the waterway, while hundreds of ships and roughly 20,000 seafarers remained stranded by the war disruption.", "lat": 26.5667, "lng": 56.25, "tid": "iran-omani-side-hormuz-proposal-apr15", "tn": "Strait of Hormuz", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — Tehran signals limited flexibility on Hormuz access in exchange for a deal", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/iran-offers-proposal-allowing-ships-exit-oman-side-hormuz-free-attack-source-2026-04-15/" }, { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/us-shuts-down-irans-maritime-trade-despite-optimism-more-talks-2026-04-15/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-16", "time": "morning", "side": "other", "title": "Pakistani mediator returns to Tehran as ceasefire hopes revive", "detail": "Reuters reported Pakistan's army chief Asim Munir arrived in Tehran to narrow gaps between Iran and the United States after the Islamabad talks failed, while Washington said prospects for a deal looked good and Trump said more talks between the two sides would happen on Thursday. The renewed mediation raised hopes for a broader end to the war and a possible Lebanon ceasefire, even though no final agreement had yet been announced.", "lat": 35.6892, "lng": 51.389, "tid": "pakistan-mediator-tehran-apr16", "tn": "Tehran mediation track", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "DIPLOMATIC — Pakistan re-enters the talks as expectations of a deal rise again", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/hopes-middle-east-peace-grow-israel-discusses-lebanon-ceasefire-2026-04-16/" }, { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/white-house-denies-us-requested-ceasefire-says-new-talks-may-happen-pakistan-2026-04-15/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-16", "time": "21:00 GMT", "side": "other", "title": "Israel-Lebanon 10-day ceasefire takes effect", "detail": "A U.S.-brokered 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon took effect at 2100 GMT on April 16 to open negotiations toward a permanent security agreement. Reuters reported celebratory gunfire in Beirut as the truce began, while Lebanese authorities accused Israel of intermittent shelling in the opening hours, underscoring how fragile the pause remained.", "lat": 33.8938, "lng": 35.5018, "tid": "israel-lebanon-ceasefire-takes-effect-apr16", "tn": "Beirut / Lebanon ceasefire line", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — U.S.-brokered truce opens a narrow path to wider regional de-escalation", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/ten-day-israel-lebanon-ceasefire-may-be-extended-by-mutual-agreement-us-says-2026-04-16/" }, { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/hopes-middle-east-peace-grow-israel-discusses-lebanon-ceasefire-2026-04-16/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-17", "time": "morning", "side": "other", "title": "40-country talks launched on postwar Hormuz security mission", "detail": "France and Britain chaired talks among about 40 countries on a strictly defensive multinational mission to restore freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz once conditions allow. Reuters reported the meeting would address stranded seafarers, trapped commercial vessels and planning for escorts, mine-clearing and intelligence sharing after the war or a lasting ceasefire.", "lat": 26.5667, "lng": 56.25, "tid": "hormuz-postwar-security-talks-apr17", "tn": "Strait of Hormuz", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — Allies begin planning a multinational mission to reopen Hormuz", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/countries-discuss-hormuz-mission-when-conflict-ends-2026-04-17/" }, { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/trump-says-iran-war-should-end-soon-both-sides-may-meet-weekend-2026-04-17/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-17", "time": "morning", "side": "other", "title": "US and Iran near memorandum of understanding", "detail": "Reuters reported Pakistani mediation produced progress on the main sticking points and that a coming U.S.-Iran meeting could yield a memorandum of understanding, followed by a broader deal within 60 days. The report said compromise was emerging on Iran's enriched uranium stockpile and the duration of a nuclear pause, raising the strongest sign yet that the war could move toward a negotiated end.", "lat": 33.6844, "lng": 73.0479, "tid": "us-iran-mou-breakthrough-apr17", "tn": "Islamabad mediation track", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — Backchannel talks edge toward a draft deal to end the war", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/trump-says-iran-war-should-end-soon-both-sides-may-meet-weekend-2026-04-17/" }, { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/hopes-middle-east-peace-grow-israel-discusses-lebanon-ceasefire-2026-04-16/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-18", "time": "morning", "side": "other", "title": "First tanker convoy crosses Hormuz since war began", "detail": "Reuters reported a convoy of eight tankers, including a VLCC, product tankers, chemical tankers and LPG carriers, was crossing the Strait of Hormuz on April 18 under a limited managed-passage arrangement coordinated by Iran. It was the first major outbound tanker movement since the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran began in late February, signaling a partial reopening of the waterway even as many ships remained stuck and transit was still tightly restricted.", "lat": 26.5667, "lng": 56.25, "tid": "hormuz-first-tanker-convoy-apr18", "tn": "Strait of Hormuz", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — First major tanker convoy moves through Hormuz after seven weeks of wartime disruption", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/convoy-tankers-is-seen-leaving-gulf-vessel-tracking-data-shows-2026-04-18/" }, { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/shipping-firms-seek-clarifications-before-crossing-hormuz-2026-04-17/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-18", "time": "afternoon", "side": "iran", "title": "Iran reimposes Hormuz restrictions and IRGC fires on ships", "detail": "Hours after the first managed tanker convoy crossed the Strait of Hormuz, Iran restored strict controls over the waterway and warned that no ships could pass while the U.S. naval blockade of Iranian ports remained in force. Reuters and AP reported that Iranian gunboats opened fire on at least two merchant vessels, including Indian-linked shipping, and radioed other ships that the strait had effectively been shut again.", "lat": 26.5667, "lng": 56.25, "tid": "iran-reimposes-hormuz-restrictions-apr18", "tn": "Strait of Hormuz", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — Tehran reverses the partial reopening and uses force to reassert control over Hormuz traffic", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/convoy-tankers-is-seen-leaving-gulf-vessel-tracking-data-shows-2026-04-18/" }, { "name": "AP News", "url": "https://apnews.com/live/iran-war-israel-trump-04-18-2026" }, { "name": "Reuters Iran live coverage", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/iran/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-19", "time": "afternoon", "side": "us", "title": "U.S. seizes Iranian cargo ship near Hormuz", "detail": "The United States said a Navy destroyer intercepted and disabled the Iranian-flagged cargo ship Touska near the Gulf of Oman after it tried to run the U.S. blockade of Iranian ports. Reuters and AP described it as the first such seizure since the blockade began, while Iran denounced the boarding as piracy and threatened retaliation, putting the fragile ceasefire and planned Pakistan talks at risk.", "lat": 25.8, "lng": 57.3, "tid": "us-seizes-iranian-cargo-ship-apr19", "tn": "Gulf of Oman / Strait of Hormuz approaches", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — First U.S. blockade seizure sharply raises the risk of ceasefire collapse", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/trump-iran-cite-progress-talks-uncertainty-hangs-over-strait-2026-04-19/" }, { "name": "AP News", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/us-iran-war-israel-hormuz-19-april-2026-0a637f98d588930f195f61cffe07d4f3" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-20", "time": "morning", "side": "other", "title": "Israel publishes first map of new south Lebanon control line", "detail": "Reuters reported that the Israeli military for the first time published a map showing its new deployment line inside southern Lebanon, placing dozens of mostly abandoned villages under Israeli control only days after the Lebanon ceasefire took effect. The move underscored that the truce remained fragile and that the Lebanon front was still reshaping the wider Iran war's endgame.", "lat": 33.27, "lng": 35.53, "tid": "israel-south-lebanon-control-line-apr20", "tn": "Southern Lebanon control line", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — Israel formalizes a new line of control inside southern Lebanon after the ceasefire", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters Iran live coverage", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/iran/" }, { "name": "The Guardian live coverage", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/apr/19/middle-east-crisis-live-iran-us-strait-of-hormuz-trump-lebanon-israel" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-20", "time": "afternoon", "side": "israel", "title": "Israel expands south Lebanon exclusion warnings to border belt and Litani line", "detail": "Reuters reported that Israel warned residents not to return to a belt of territory running the full southern Lebanon border and not to approach the Litani River, entrenching its hold even after the 10-day ceasefire began. The order signaled that the Lebanon front remained volatile and that Israel was turning its newly published control line into an active exclusion zone.", "lat": 33.27, "lng": 35.53, "tid": "israel-south-lebanon-exclusion-zone-apr20", "tn": "Southern Lebanon exclusion zone", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — Israel hardens post-ceasefire control with a broader exclusion warning across southern Lebanon", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/israel-entrenches-hold-south-lebanon-warns-residents-stay-out-2026-04-20/" }, { "name": "Al-Monitor", "url": "https://www.al-monitor.com/originals/2026/04/israel-entrenches-hold-south-lebanon-warns-residents-stay-out" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-20", "time": "evening", "side": "other", "title": "Pakistan says Iran gave a positive signal on new US talks", "detail": "A senior Pakistani official told Reuters that Islamabad had received a positive signal from Tehran and was confident it could bring Iran into fresh talks with the United States. The disclosure marked the clearest indication yet that the post-seizure Hormuz crisis had not collapsed the mediation track, even though Iranian officials were still publicly hedging.", "lat": 33.6844, "lng": 73.0479, "tid": "pakistan-iran-us-talks-positive-signal-apr20", "tn": "Islamabad mediation track", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — Pakistan keeps the ceasefire diplomacy alive after the Hormuz ship seizure shock", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/pakistan-confident-iran-will-attend-us-talks-senior-pakistani-government-source-2026-04-20/" }, { "name": "Al-Monitor", "url": "https://www.al-monitor.com/originals/2026/04/pakistan-confident-iran-will-attend-us-talks-senior-pakistani-government-source" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-21", "time": "evening", "side": "other", "title": "Trump extends Iran ceasefire while keeping port blockade in place", "detail": "Reuters reported that President Donald Trump indefinitely extended the U.S.-Iran ceasefire on April 21 at Pakistan's request to keep peace talks alive, but said the U.S. Navy would continue blockading Iranian ports and coastlines. Tehran did not clearly accept the move and Iranian hardliners warned the blockade itself remained an act of war, making the truce extension a major diplomatic development rather than a clean de-escalation.", "lat": 33.6844, "lng": 73.0479, "tid": "iran-ceasefire-extension-blockade-apr21", "tn": "Islamabad ceasefire track / Iranian ports", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — Ceasefire is prolonged, but the continuing U.S. blockade keeps a major flashpoint alive", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/us-positive-iran-deal-talks-still-uncertain-ceasefire-end-nears-2026-04-21/" }, { "name": "Reuters Iran live coverage", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/iran/" }, { "name": "The Guardian live coverage", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/apr/21/iran-war-live-news-updates-trump-us-hormuz-oil-middle-east-talks" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-21", "time": "night", "side": "hezbollah", "title": "Hezbollah fires on Israeli buffer-zone forces, prompting Israeli strike", "detail": "Live war coverage on April 21 reported that Hezbollah fired rockets and drones at Israeli forces maintaining the new buffer zone in southern Lebanon, and Israel responded by striking the launcher and calling the attack a ceasefire violation. The exchange showed that the Lebanon front remained active even after the 10-day ceasefire took effect and despite parallel efforts to stabilize the wider Iran war.", "lat": 33.27, "lng": 35.53, "tid": "hezbollah-israel-buffer-zone-clash-apr21", "tn": "Southern Lebanon buffer zone", "dmg": 5, "cas": 0, "dl": "LIGHT — Post-ceasefire rocket and drone fire triggers an immediate Israeli retaliation", "dc": "dmg-light", "sources": [ { "name": "The Guardian live coverage", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/apr/21/iran-war-live-news-updates-trump-us-hormuz-oil-middle-east-talks" }, { "name": "Reuters Iran live coverage", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/iran/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-22", "time": "daytime", "side": "iran", "title": "Iran seizes two cargo ships in the Strait of Hormuz", "detail": "IRGC forces fired on three commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, seized the Epaminondas and MSC Francesca, and escorted the two ships toward Iranian shores. The move marked Iran's first wartime ship seizures since the conflict began and tightened its de facto closure of the waterway even as the broader U.S.-Iran ceasefire remained murky.", "lat": 26.3, "lng": 56.5, "tid": "oman-shipping", "tn": "Strait of Hormuz shipping lanes", "dmg": 30, "cas": 0, "dl": "HEAVY — Iran escalates the maritime war by openly seizing commercial shipping", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/us-will-indefinitely-extend-ceasefire-unclear-if-iran-agrees-2026-04-22/" }, { "name": "AP News", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/us-iran-war-hormuz-israel-pakistan-ceasefire-april-22-2026-267230f7f32b436822484479313840f7" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-22", "time": "daytime", "side": "us", "title": "U.S. intercepts Iranian oil tankers in Asian waters", "detail": "Reuters reported that U.S. forces intercepted at least three Iranian-flagged oil tankers near India, Malaysia and Sri Lanka and redirected them away from their positions as part of Washington's maritime blockade. The interdictions showed the blockade expanding well beyond Hormuz itself into the wider Indian Ocean energy trade.", "lat": 8, "lng": 78, "tid": "indian-ocean-shipping", "tn": "Indian Ocean tanker routes", "dmg": 15, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — U.S. blockade enforcement expands into Asian waters", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/us-intercepts-three-iranian-oil-tankers-asian-waters-sources-say-2026-04-22/" }, { "name": "Reuters (Hormuz update)", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/iran-tightens-control-hormuz-after-us-calls-off-renewed-attacks-2026-04-23/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-22", "time": "daytime", "side": "israel", "title": "Israeli strikes make April 22 the deadliest Lebanon ceasefire day yet", "detail": "Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon killed at least four people in Reuters' initial reporting and at least five by the broader Iran-war update, while Hezbollah launched a drone at Israeli forces and accused Israel of violating the ceasefire. The clashes made April 22 the deadliest day since the 10-day Lebanon ceasefire began on April 16 and underscored how fragile the parallel Lebanon track remained.", "lat": 33.215, "lng": 35.45, "tid": "south-lebanon-buffer-zone", "tn": "Southern Lebanon ceasefire zone", "dmg": 10, "cas": 5, "dl": "MODERATE — Deadliest Lebanon ceasefire day so far, with strikes and a Hezbollah drone attack", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/lebanon-hopes-extension-ceasefire-washington-meeting-2026-04-22/" }, { "name": "Reuters (Hormuz update)", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/iran-tightens-control-hormuz-after-us-calls-off-renewed-attacks-2026-04-23/" }, { "name": "AP News", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/us-iran-war-hormuz-israel-pakistan-ceasefire-april-22-2026-267230f7f32b436822484479313840f7" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-23", "time": "daytime", "side": "iran", "title": "Iran refuses to reopen Hormuz while U.S. blockade continues", "detail": "Reuters reported that Tehran said it would not consider reopening the Strait of Hormuz or resuming meaningful peace talks until Washington lifts its blockade of Iranian shipping. The demand hardened the central ceasefire standoff after Iran's April 22 ship seizures and left Pakistan-brokered diplomacy stalled despite Trump's indefinite ceasefire extension.", "lat": 26.3, "lng": 56.5, "tid": "iran-hormuz-blockade-demand-apr23", "tn": "Strait of Hormuz / Iranian ports", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — Iran ties reopening Hormuz and renewed talks to removal of the U.S. maritime blockade", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/iran-tightens-control-hormuz-after-us-calls-off-renewed-attacks-2026-04-23/" }, { "name": "The Hindu live coverage", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-war-live-updates-april-23-2026-strait-of-hormuz-ships-attacked-by-tehran-donald-trump-ceasefire-west-asia-crisis/article70895506.ece" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-23", "time": "afternoon", "side": "us", "title": "Trump orders Navy to destroy Iranian mine-laying boats in Hormuz", "detail": "President Trump said he had ordered the U.S. Navy to \"shoot and kill\" Iranian boats laying mines in the Strait of Hormuz and to step up demining operations, while claiming Washington was in \"total control\" of the sealed waterway. The order raised the risk of a direct maritime clash even as the formal U.S.-Iran ceasefire remained in place.", "lat": 26.3, "lng": 56.5, "tid": "us-hormuz-mine-boats-order-apr23", "tn": "Strait of Hormuz mine threat", "dmg": 20, "cas": 0, "dl": "HEAVY — U.S. naval rules of engagement escalate around Iranian mine-laying activity", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/iran-tightens-control-hormuz-after-us-calls-off-renewed-attacks-2026-04-23/" }, { "name": "The Hindu live coverage", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-war-live-updates-april-23-2026-strait-of-hormuz-ships-attacked-by-tehran-donald-trump-ceasefire-west-asia-crisis/article70895506.ece" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-23", "time": "afternoon", "side": "us", "title": "U.S. boards tanker Majestic as blockade total reaches 33 redirected vessels", "detail": "Reuters reported that U.S. forces boarded another Iran-associated tanker, the Majestic, in the Indian Ocean near Sri Lanka and that the U.S. military said it had redirected 33 vessels since the blockade began. The action showed the blockade expanding into a sustained interdiction campaign against Iranian-linked shipping far beyond the Strait of Hormuz.", "lat": 7.5, "lng": 81.2, "tid": "us-boards-majestic-tanker-apr23", "tn": "Indian Ocean tanker interdiction zone", "dmg": 15, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — U.S. blockade enforcement reaches 33 redirected vessels and another boarded tanker", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/iran-tightens-control-hormuz-after-us-calls-off-renewed-attacks-2026-04-23/" }, { "name": "The Hindu live coverage", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-war-live-updates-april-23-2026-strait-of-hormuz-ships-attacked-by-tehran-donald-trump-ceasefire-west-asia-crisis/article70895506.ece" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-23", "time": "evening", "side": "other", "title": "Israel and Lebanon extend Hezbollah ceasefire by three weeks", "detail": "After White House talks with Israeli and Lebanese representatives, Trump announced that Israel and Lebanon had agreed to extend the Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire by three weeks. The extension kept the Lebanon front formally paused after several deadly violations, though Reuters noted it remained unclear how much control Beirut could exert over Hezbollah.", "lat": 33.27, "lng": 35.53, "tid": "israel-lebanon-ceasefire-extension-apr23", "tn": "Southern Lebanon ceasefire zone", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — Three-week extension keeps the Lebanon front contained despite recent clashes", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/iran-tightens-control-hormuz-after-us-calls-off-renewed-attacks-2026-04-23/" }, { "name": "The Hindu live coverage", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-war-live-updates-april-23-2026-strait-of-hormuz-ships-attacked-by-tehran-donald-trump-ceasefire-west-asia-crisis/article70895506.ece" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-23", "time": "night", "side": "us", "title": "Third U.S. carrier enters the regional theater", "detail": "U.S. Central Command said the USS George H.W. Bush had arrived in the Indian Ocean inside its area of responsibility, bringing the number of American aircraft carriers operating around the Iran war theater to three. The arrival reinforced Washington's blockade and strike posture while Trump said the clock was ticking for Iran to accept a wider deal.", "lat": 12.5, "lng": 60.5, "tid": "uss-george-hw-bush-arrives-apr23", "tn": "Indian Ocean / CENTCOM carrier operating area", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — U.S. naval presence grows to three aircraft carriers in and around the war theater", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu live coverage", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-war-live-updates-april-23-2026-strait-of-hormuz-ships-attacked-by-tehran-donald-trump-ceasefire-west-asia-crisis/article70895506.ece" }, { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/iran-tightens-control-hormuz-after-us-calls-off-renewed-attacks-2026-04-23/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-24", "time": "morning", "side": "diplomatic", "title": "Araqchi reaches Islamabad as U.S. sends Witkoff and Kushner for Iran talks", "detail": "Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi arrived in Islamabad to consult Pakistan on proposals for restarting peace talks, while the White House said Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner would depart for Pakistan on Saturday. Trump told Reuters that Iran planned an offer aimed at satisfying U.S. demands, but Tehran said it did not plan to meet U.S. representatives directly, leaving Pakistan as the immediate intermediary.", "lat": 33.6844, "lng": 73.0479, "tid": "araqchi-islamabad-us-envoys-apr24", "tn": "Islamabad peace-talks track", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — Pakistan mediation reopens a possible talks channel, but direct U.S.-Iran contact remains disputed", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/israel-lebanon-extend-ceasefire-trump-seeks-best-deal-with-iran-2026-04-24/" }, { "name": "Reuters Iran live coverage", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/iran-war-live-trump-seeks-everlasting-deal-with-tehran-lebanon-israel-ceasefire-2026-04-24/" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://akm-img-a-in.tosshub.com/indiatoday/inline-images/01_0.png?VersionId=P2D8fRegOY225o_X7Rsnf1zo37THUEIj", "source": "Vantor via India Today OSINT", "captureDate": "2026-04-25", "description": "Vantor high-resolution satellite imagery shows a C-130-type aircraft at Pakistan's Nur Khan airbase, assessed as Iran-linked during the Islamabad peace-talks period" }, { "url": "https://akm-img-a-in.tosshub.com/indiatoday/inline-images/02_0.png?VersionId=fu2EZJjPX6PQ7zTXy3Zkb1_4x9wkmJfz", "source": "Vantor via India Today OSINT", "captureDate": "2026-04-25", "description": "Vantor imagery shows two additional aircraft resembling Iranian Meraj Air planes at Nur Khan airbase during Iranian delegation visits to Islamabad" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-24", "time": "daytime", "side": "other", "title": "Only five ships transit Hormuz in 24 hours as blockade standoff holds", "detail": "Reuters shipping data showed only five ships, including one Iranian oil products tanker, passed through the Strait of Hormuz in the previous 24 hours, compared with roughly 130-140 daily passages before the war. The trickle of traffic, with hundreds of ships and roughly 20,000 seafarers stranded inside the Gulf, showed that the strait remained effectively unusable for normal energy trade despite the ceasefire.", "lat": 26.3, "lng": 56.5, "tid": "hormuz-five-ships-transit-apr24", "tn": "Strait of Hormuz shipping lanes", "dmg": 25, "cas": 0, "dl": "HEAVY — Hormuz traffic remains a tiny fraction of normal flows, deepening the global energy disruption", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/only-five-ships-pass-through-strait-hormuz-24-hours-2026-04-24/" }, { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/israel-lebanon-extend-ceasefire-trump-seeks-best-deal-with-iran-2026-04-24/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-24", "time": "daytime", "side": "israel", "title": "Lebanon ceasefire frays as Israeli strikes kill two and Hezbollah downs drone", "detail": "A day after Israel and Lebanon extended their ceasefire, Lebanon reported two people killed by an Israeli strike in Touline, Hezbollah said it shot down an Israeli Hermes 450 drone, and Israel warned residents of Deir Aames to leave before a planned operation against alleged Hezbollah activity. Hezbollah called the ceasefire meaningless while Israeli forces continued to hold a 5-10 km buffer zone in southern Lebanon.", "lat": 33.22, "lng": 35.42, "tid": "lebanon-ceasefire-frays-apr24", "tn": "Southern Lebanon ceasefire zone", "dmg": 10, "cas": 2, "dl": "MODERATE — Fighting continues immediately after the ceasefire extension, including deaths and a downed drone", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/hezbollah-mp-ceasefire-meaningless-light-israeli-attacks-2026-04-24/" }, { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/israel-lebanon-extend-ceasefire-trump-seeks-best-deal-with-iran-2026-04-24/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-24", "time": "evening", "side": "iran-allies", "title": "Drones launched from Iraq hit Kuwaiti border posts", "detail": "Kuwait's army said two drones launched from Iraq struck two northern border posts, causing material damage but no casualties. Iraq condemned the attack and ordered an investigative committee, while the incident signaled a potential spillover risk from Iran-aligned militia networks along the Gulf's northern edge.", "lat": 29.9, "lng": 47.7, "tid": "kuwait-iraq-border-drone-strikes-apr24", "tn": "Kuwait-Iraq northern border posts", "dmg": 5, "cas": 0, "dl": "LIGHT — Drone strikes cause damage on Kuwait’s border and raise regional spillover concerns", "dc": "dmg-light", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/kuwait-says-two-drones-iraq-hit-northern-border-posts-no-casualties-2026-04-24/" }, { "name": "Reuters Iran latest", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/iran/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-24", "time": "night", "side": "us", "title": "U.S. sanctions Chinese teapot refinery and shadow-fleet vessels over Iranian oil", "detail": "The U.S. Treasury sanctioned Hengli Petrochemical (Dalian) Refinery, calling it one of Iran's largest crude and petroleum-products customers, and also targeted about 40 shipping companies and vessels tied to Iran's shadow fleet. The measure broadened Washington's economic campaign around the maritime blockade as peace talks were expected to resume through Pakistan.", "lat": 38.92, "lng": 121.64, "tid": "us-sanctions-hengli-iran-oil-apr24", "tn": "Dalian / Iranian oil sanctions network", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — U.S. pressure expands to a major Chinese buyer and Iran-linked shadow-fleet shipping", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/us-imposes-sanctions-chinese-teapot-refinery-buying-iranian-oil-2026-04-24/" }, { "name": "Reuters Iran latest", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/iran/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-25", "time": "early morning", "side": "iran", "title": "Iran hangs alleged Mossad agent over Isfahan protest sabotage", "detail": "Iran said it executed Erfan Kiani, whom Tasnim described as a Mossad-linked operative, after accusing him of vandalism, arson and violence during nationwide protests earlier in the year in Isfahan. The execution underscored Tehran's internal-security crackdown and its use of alleged Israeli intelligence ties as the war and ceasefire diplomacy continued.", "lat": 32.6546, "lng": 51.668, "tid": "iran-executes-alleged-mossad-agent-isfahan-apr25", "tn": "Isfahan internal-security crackdown", "dmg": 0, "cas": 1, "dl": "STRATEGIC — Execution of an alleged Israeli agent signals intensified domestic counterintelligence pressure during the war", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/iran-says-it-has-hanged-agent-working-israel-over-sabotage-protests-tasnim-2026-04-25/" }, { "name": "Times of Israel liveblog", "url": "https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog-april-25-2026/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-25", "time": "morning", "side": "us", "title": "U.S. destroyer stops Iranian-flagged ship in Hormuz blockade enforcement", "detail": "U.S. Central Command released a photo of the USS Rafael Peralta tracking and stopping an Iranian-flagged vessel in the Strait of Hormuz as it tried to sail to an Iranian port. U.S. War Secretary Pete Hegseth said American forces had forced 34 ships to turn around without incident since the blockade began, keeping pressure on Iranian maritime access even as talks moved to Pakistan.", "lat": 26.45, "lng": 56.25, "tid": "uss-rafael-peralta-stops-iranian-ship-hormuz-apr25", "tn": "Strait of Hormuz blockade line", "dmg": 15, "cas": 0, "dl": "MODERATE — Direct U.S. naval interdiction continues to enforce the blockade and restrict Iranian port access", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "i Paper liveblog", "url": "https://inews.co.uk/news/trump-orders-navy-to-shoot-and-kill-boats-in-strait-of-hormuz-4376600" }, { "name": "Reuters Iran latest", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/iran/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-25", "time": "morning", "side": "diplomatic", "title": "Islamabad locks down as Iran and U.S. teams prepare indirect talks", "detail": "Pakistan placed parts of Islamabad under heavy security as Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi met Pakistani military and interior officials and U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner headed to the city. Reports said the first contacts would run through separate Pakistani-mediated meetings, with a possible direct U.S.-Iran encounter on Sunday if the opening round succeeded, while Tehran publicly denied that direct talks were planned.", "lat": 33.6844, "lng": 73.0479, "tid": "islamabad-lockdown-indirect-us-iran-talks-apr25", "tn": "Islamabad mediation talks", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — Pakistan mediation becomes the main diplomatic channel, though the sides still dispute whether direct talks will occur", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Times of Israel liveblog", "url": "https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog-april-25-2026/" }, { "name": "i Paper liveblog", "url": "https://inews.co.uk/news/trump-orders-navy-to-shoot-and-kill-boats-in-strait-of-hormuz-4376600" }, { "name": "Reuters Iran latest", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/iran/" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://diyatvusa.com/satellite-imagery-shows-iranian-aircraft-hosted-in-pakistan/", "source": "Vantor via Diya TV/AP report", "captureDate": "2026-04-25", "description": "High-resolution Vantor imagery reportedly shows an Iranian Air Force C-130 parked at Nur Khan Airbase near Islamabad during Pakistan-mediated Iran-U.S. talks" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-25", "time": "morning", "side": "israel", "title": "Israel strikes Hezbollah rocket launchers north of Lebanon security zone", "detail": "The Israeli Air Force said it struck Hezbollah rocket launchers overnight in Deir ez-Zahrani, Kfar Reman and Sammaaiyeh, north of Israel's forward defense line in southern Lebanon, saying the launchers posed a threat to troops and civilians. The strikes came alongside renewed IDF warnings for Lebanese civilians not to return south toward the Litani-area villages despite the extended ceasefire.", "lat": 33.42, "lng": 35.48, "tid": "israel-strikes-hezbollah-launchers-south-lebanon-apr25", "tn": "Southern Lebanon launcher sites", "dmg": 10, "cas": 0, "dl": "MODERATE — Israeli airstrikes continue inside Lebanon despite the ceasefire extension, keeping the northern front unstable", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "Times of Israel liveblog", "url": "https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog-april-25-2026/" }, { "name": "i Paper liveblog", "url": "https://inews.co.uk/news/trump-orders-navy-to-shoot-and-kill-boats-in-strait-of-hormuz-4376600" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-25", "time": "morning", "side": "iran", "title": "Tehran international airport resumes commercial flights for first time since war began", "detail": "Iranian state television reported that commercial flights resumed from Imam Khomeini International Airport in Tehran for the first time since the U.S.-Israel conflict began about two months earlier, with departures to Istanbul, Muscat and Medina. The limited reopening followed Iran's partial airspace reopening earlier in April and suggested a cautious move toward civilian normalization under the ceasefire.", "lat": 35.4161, "lng": 51.1522, "tid": "tehran-imam-khomeini-airport-flights-resume-apr25", "tn": "Imam Khomeini International Airport", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — Limited flight restoration marks a tentative normalization step after nearly two months of wartime disruption", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Times of Israel liveblog", "url": "https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog-april-25-2026/" }, { "name": "i Paper liveblog", "url": "https://inews.co.uk/news/trump-orders-navy-to-shoot-and-kill-boats-in-strait-of-hormuz-4376600" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-26", "time": "evening", "side": "diplomatic", "title": "Iran offers Hormuz reopening plan while deferring nuclear talks", "detail": "Iranian negotiators circulated a new proposal through mediators that would end the war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz while postponing negotiations over Iran's nuclear program to a later phase. U.S. officials said President Trump reviewed the offer with national-security aides but remained focused on freedom of navigation and preventing Iran from retaining highly enriched uranium, leaving the ceasefire diplomacy stalled.", "lat": 33.6844, "lng": 73.0479, "tid": "iran-hormuz-reopening-proposal-defers-nuclear-talks-apr26", "tn": "Pakistan-mediated Hormuz proposal", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — Tehran tests a ceasefire formula that would relieve maritime pressure without front-loading nuclear concessions", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "ISW Iran Update, Apr. 27", "url": "https://understandingwar.org/research/middle-east/iran-update-special-report-april-27-2026/" }, { "name": "Guardian liveblog, Apr. 27", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/apr/27/middle-east-crisis-iran-us-israel-lebanon-trump-araghchi-putin-hormuz-oil-latest-news-updates" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-26", "time": "afternoon", "side": "hezbollah", "title": "Hezbollah FPV drone kills Israeli soldier near Taybeh", "detail": "Hezbollah used first-person-view drones against Israeli forces around Taybeh in southern Lebanon, killing one IDF soldier and wounding six others. ISW assessed that Hezbollah had increasingly shifted to FPV and fiber-optic drones since the Lebanon ceasefire, using them as its main precision strike platform against Israeli ground units.", "lat": 33.272, "lng": 35.52, "tid": "hezbollah-fpv-drone-kills-idf-soldier-taybeh-apr26", "tn": "Taybeh drone strike", "dmg": 20, "cas": 7, "dl": "SEVERE — Fiber-optic FPV attacks are producing Israeli casualties and undermining the Lebanon ceasefire line", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "ISW Iran Update, Apr. 27", "url": "https://understandingwar.org/research/middle-east/iran-update-special-report-april-27-2026/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-27", "time": "morning", "side": "iran", "title": "Iran seeks Russian backing as Araghchi meets Putin in St. Petersburg", "detail": "Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi met Russian President Vladimir Putin in St. Petersburg as Tehran prepared for either renewed fighting or further negotiations. Putin said Moscow would do what it could to help secure peace, while ISW noted that Russia had supported Iran during the war, including by facilitating Iranian targeting through intelligence and satellite support.", "lat": 59.9343, "lng": 30.3351, "tid": "araghchi-putin-st-petersburg-iran-russia-war-apr27", "tn": "St. Petersburg Iran-Russia meeting", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — Tehran turns to Moscow for diplomatic and security backing as ceasefire talks wobble", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "ISW Iran Update, Apr. 27", "url": "https://understandingwar.org/research/middle-east/iran-update-special-report-april-27-2026/" }, { "name": "Guardian liveblog, Apr. 27", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/apr/27/middle-east-crisis-iran-us-israel-lebanon-trump-araghchi-putin-hormuz-oil-latest-news-updates" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-27", "time": "afternoon", "side": "us", "title": "Iran denounces U.S. seizure of two Iranian-linked oil tankers", "detail": "Iran's Foreign Ministry condemned the U.S. seizure of two tankers loaded with Iranian oil as piracy and armed robbery, after U.S. officials publicized the action as part of maritime law-enforcement and blockade pressure. The dispute sharpened the naval dimension of the war as the United States continued blocking Iranian exports while Iran kept restrictions around Hormuz.", "lat": 25, "lng": 57, "tid": "iran-denounces-us-seizure-iranian-linked-tankers-apr27", "tn": "Arabian Sea tanker seizures", "dmg": 25, "cas": 0, "dl": "SEVERE — U.S. seizure of Iranian-linked cargo escalates the blockade from interdiction into direct economic capture", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "Guardian liveblog, Apr. 27", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/apr/27/middle-east-crisis-iran-us-israel-lebanon-trump-araghchi-putin-hormuz-oil-latest-news-updates" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-28", "time": "afternoon", "side": "us", "title": "Marines board M/V Blue Star III during blockade enforcement", "detail": "U.S. Central Command said Marines from the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit boarded the commercial vessel M/V Blue Star III in the Arabian Sea on suspicion it was trying to reach Iran in violation of the U.S. blockade. The ship was released after inspection confirmed it would not make an Iranian port call, while CENTCOM said 39 vessels had been redirected to ensure compliance.", "lat": 22, "lng": 62, "tid": "us-marines-board-blue-star-iii-arabian-sea-apr28", "tn": "M/V Blue Star III boarding", "dmg": 15, "cas": 0, "dl": "MODERATE — U.S. boarding operations show the blockade expanding into active inspection of commercial shipping", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News live updates", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-trump-strait-of-hormuz-iranian-offer-ceasefire-oil-gas-prices/" }, { "name": "The Hindu liveblog, May 1", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-us-war-live-updates-may-1-2026/article70927343.ece" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-28", "time": "afternoon", "side": "us", "title": "U.S. sanctions Iran shadow-banking network supporting armed forces", "detail": "The U.S. Treasury imposed sanctions on 35 people and entities accused of operating Iran's shadow-banking architecture, saying the network moved billions of dollars tied to oil sales, weapons procurement and funding for Iranian proxies. Treasury warned foreign financial institutions that facilitating the networks could bring severe consequences.", "lat": 38.8977, "lng": -77.0365, "tid": "us-sanctions-iran-shadow-banking-network-apr28", "tn": "Washington financial sanctions", "dmg": 20, "cas": 0, "dl": "SEVERE — Washington broadens wartime pressure from the naval blockade into Iran's covert finance channels", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News live updates", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-trump-strait-of-hormuz-iranian-offer-ceasefire-oil-gas-prices/" }, { "name": "U.S. Treasury", "url": "https://home.treasury.gov/news/press-releases/sb0477" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-28", "time": "evening", "side": "israel", "title": "Israel detonates Hezbollah tunnel network in Qantara", "detail": "The Israeli military destroyed what it said was a Hezbollah tunnel network in Qantara, producing a blast large enough for Israel's Geological Survey to register it as a seismic event. Israel said the complex contained two large tunnels with living facilities and launchers aimed at Israel, and Prime Minister Netanyahu said operations against Hezbollah infrastructure were not finished.", "lat": 33.167, "lng": 35.45, "tid": "israel-destroys-hezbollah-tunnel-network-qantara-apr28", "tn": "Qantara tunnel demolition", "dmg": 40, "cas": 0, "dl": "HEAVY — Large-scale demolition of Hezbollah underground infrastructure deepens the destructive Lebanon campaign despite ceasefire terms", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News live updates", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-trump-strait-of-hormuz-iranian-offer-ceasefire-oil-gas-prices/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-30", "time": "daytime", "side": "us", "title": "U.S. seeks to loan 92.5 million barrels from strategic reserve", "detail": "The Trump administration solicited exchanges for up to 92.5 million barrels of crude oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve, saying the loan program was meant to calm oil markets that had spiked because of the Iran war and Hormuz disruption. The emergency market intervention underscored how the conflict was feeding through global fuel prices even while the military ceasefire held.", "lat": 38.8977, "lng": -77.0365, "tid": "us-spr-925-million-barrel-loan-iran-war-oil-apr30", "tn": "SPR 92.5m-barrel loan", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — Washington is tapping strategic oil reserves at major scale to blunt the energy shock from the Iran war and Hormuz closure", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters, Apr. 30", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/us-solicits-exchange-up-925-million-barrels-strategic-petroleum-reserve-2026-04-30/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-30", "time": "night", "side": "iran", "title": "Tehran air defenses activate against small aircraft and drones", "detail": "Tehran's air defenses were activated late Thursday to counter small aircraft and drones, according to live reporting carried by The Hindu. The alert came as the ceasefire remained formally in place but U.S.-Iran talks stayed deadlocked, underscoring the risk of renewed strikes or covert drone activity around the capital.", "lat": 35.6892, "lng": 51.389, "tid": "tehran-air-defenses-activate-small-drones-apr30", "tn": "Tehran air-defense alert", "dmg": 5, "cas": 0, "dl": "LOW — Capital air-defense activation shows persistent military readiness despite the nominal ceasefire", "dc": "dmg-light", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu liveblog, May 1", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-us-war-live-updates-may-1-2026/article70927343.ece" } ] }, { "date": "2026-04-30", "time": "evening", "side": "us", "title": "White House says Iran ceasefire ended hostilities for War Powers clock", "detail": "A senior Trump administration official said the early-April U.S.-Iran ceasefire had 'terminated' hostilities for purposes of the War Powers Resolution's 60-day deadline, even as the U.S. blockade and Iranian restrictions on Hormuz continued. Republicans deferred to the White House and Congress left town without moving to authorize or halt the conflict.", "lat": 38.8977, "lng": -77.0365, "tid": "white-house-war-powers-hostilities-terminated-iran-apr30", "tn": "War Powers deadline dispute", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — Washington reframes the war legally while maintaining coercive blockade operations outside formal authorization", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu liveblog, May 1", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-us-war-live-updates-may-1-2026/article70927343.ece" }, { "name": "Reuters Iran latest", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/iran/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-01", "time": "morning", "side": "iran", "title": "IRGC warns renewed U.S. attacks would bring 'long and painful strikes'", "detail": "A senior Iranian Revolutionary Guards official warned that any renewed U.S. attack on Iran, even a limited one, would trigger 'long and painful strikes' on American positions in the region. The warning, paired with Tehran's continued claim over the Strait of Hormuz, complicated U.S.-led efforts to build a maritime coalition and raised the stakes around stalled ceasefire talks.", "lat": 35.6892, "lng": 51.389, "tid": "irgc-warns-long-painful-strikes-us-renews-attacks-may1", "tn": "IRGC threat to U.S. forces", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "THREAT — Iran is publicly threatening sustained strikes on U.S. regional positions if Washington resumes attacks, increasing escalation risk around the blockade standoff", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters via West Hawaii Today, May 1", "url": "https://www.westhawaiitoday.com/2026/05/01/nation-world-news/iran-threatens-painful-response-if-us-renews-attacks/" }, { "name": "Fox News live updates, May 1", "url": "https://www.foxnews.com/live-news/iran-war-trump-blockade-strait-hormuz-oil-prices-may-1" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-01", "time": "morning", "side": "us", "title": "U.S. and partners advance Maritime Freedom Construct for Hormuz", "detail": "France's foreign minister said a new U.S.-led coalition, dubbed the Maritime Freedom Construct, would complement a separate U.K.-France initiative to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The announcement signaled that Western governments were preparing a coordinated maritime push while Gulf states remained wary of any unilateral Iranian arrangement over the waterway.", "lat": 24.4539, "lng": 54.3773, "tid": "maritime-freedom-construct-hormuz-coalition-may1", "tn": "Abu Dhabi maritime coalition talks", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — Western coalition-building raises pressure on Iran's Hormuz restrictions and could set conditions for renewed naval confrontation", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu liveblog, May 1", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-us-war-live-updates-may-1-2026/article70927343.ece" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-01", "time": "afternoon", "side": "diplomatic", "title": "Iran sends latest peace proposal via Pakistan; Trump says he is not satisfied", "detail": "Iran delivered its latest negotiating proposal to the United States through Pakistani mediators on April 30, Iranian state media said, but President Trump told reporters on May 1 that he was not satisfied with what Tehran was offering. Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Iran remained open to diplomacy if Washington changed its approach, leaving the extended ceasefire intact but talks unresolved.", "lat": 33.6844, "lng": 73.0479, "tid": "iran-latest-proposal-pakistan-trump-not-satisfied-may1", "tn": "New Pakistan-mediated proposal", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — The main diplomatic channel remains alive but insufficient to unlock the Hormuz and nuclear deadlock", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Al Jazeera liveblog, May 1", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2026/5/1/iran-war-live-tehran-says-us-ports-siege-intolerable-trump-mulls-action" }, { "name": "The Hindu liveblog, May 1", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-us-war-live-updates-may-1-2026/article70927343.ece" }, { "name": "Reuters Iran latest", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/iran/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-01", "time": "afternoon", "side": "israel", "title": "Israel and Hezbollah trade new strikes despite Lebanon ceasefire", "detail": "Israel carried out several airstrikes on southern Lebanon, killing at least four people in three villages, while Hezbollah said it launched rockets and drones at Israeli military positions. Israeli media reported a drone strike near Margaliot caused a fire and two Israeli soldiers were lightly wounded by a separate Hezbollah drone impact, underscoring the continued erosion of the April 17 ceasefire.", "lat": 33.277, "lng": 35.58, "tid": "hezbollah-drone-rockets-israel-strikes-south-lebanon-may1", "tn": "Northern Israel-south Lebanon exchanges", "dmg": 4, "cas": 6, "dl": "HEAVY — The Lebanon ceasefire is fraying into active cross-border exchanges, with fresh Lebanese fatalities and Israeli military casualties on the same day", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu liveblog, May 1", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-us-war-live-updates-may-1-2026/article70927343.ece" }, { "name": "AP News, May 1", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/lebanon-israel-airstrikes-drones-tyre-hezbollah-ceasefire-329f63997fe92030af18c770eb212fc7" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-01", "time": "evening", "side": "hezbollah", "title": "Hezbollah says it reinforced fighters and weapons in south Lebanon", "detail": "Hezbollah media relations director Youssef Al Zein said the group had moved reinforcements and weapons into southern Lebanon during the battle with Israel despite earlier disarmament south of the Litani River. He said the forces did not use roads controlled by the Lebanese army and argued Israeli advances were possible because Hezbollah infrastructure south of the Litani had been destroyed, adding to signs that the Lebanon ceasefire was fraying.", "lat": 33.3789, "lng": 35.4838, "tid": "hezbollah-reinforces-south-lebanon-despite-disarmament-may1", "tn": "Hezbollah south Lebanon reinforcement claim", "dmg": 20, "cas": 0, "dl": "MODERATE — Hezbollah reinforcement claims point to renewed force regeneration on the Lebanon front despite ceasefire and disarmament terms", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu liveblog, May 1 (AFP item 20:22 IST)", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-us-war-live-updates-may-1-2026/article70927343.ece" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-01", "time": "evening", "side": "diplomatic", "title": "China urges lasting U.S.-Iran ceasefire and reopening of Hormuz", "detail": "China's U.N. ambassador Fu Cong said maintaining the Iran war ceasefire was an urgent necessity and warned against renewed attacks. He called for Iran to lift restrictions on the Strait of Hormuz and for the United States to lift its naval blockade, saying the issue would likely be high on the agenda if the strait remained closed when President Trump visits China.", "lat": 40.7128, "lng": -74.006, "tid": "china-un-urges-ceasefire-hormuz-reopening-may1", "tn": "China UN ceasefire-Hormuz appeal", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — Beijing publicly presses both sides to preserve the ceasefire and reopen Hormuz as global economic pressure mounts", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu liveblog, May 1 (Reuters item 22:44 IST)", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-us-war-live-updates-may-1-2026/article70927343.ece" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-01", "time": "night", "side": "iran", "title": "Mojtaba Khamenei calls for economic battle as blockade pressure deepens", "detail": "Iranian supreme leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei urged Iranians to wage an economic and cultural battle to \"disappoint\" enemies, prioritise domestic goods, and avoid layoffs at damaged businesses. The statement came as the U.S. blockade disrupted Iranian oil shipments and inflation reportedly rose past 50%, showing Tehran shifting public messaging toward resilience under siege.", "lat": 35.6892, "lng": 51.389, "tid": "mojtaba-khamenei-economic-battle-blockade-pressure-may1", "tn": "Khamenei economic battle statement", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — Iran frames blockade and sanctions as an economic war, signaling prolonged resistance rather than near-term capitulation", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu liveblog, May 1 (AFP item 23:37 IST)", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-us-war-live-updates-may-1-2026/article70927343.ece" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-01", "time": "night", "side": "other", "title": "Saudi liquor shortage highlights Iran war shipping bottlenecks", "detail": "Reuters reported that Saudi Arabia's only official alcohol shop in Riyadh had run short of beer, wine and spirits after Iran war disruption delayed shipments from Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates. Long queues and bare shelves at the diplomatic-quarter store showed the Hormuz bottleneck spilling into Gulf supply chains beyond energy cargoes.", "lat": 24.7136, "lng": 46.6753, "tid": "saudi-liquor-shortage-iran-war-shipping-bottleneck-may1", "tn": "Riyadh war-bottleneck shortage", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — Hormuz and Gulf shipping disruption is now visibly affecting niche civilian supply chains in Saudi Arabia, reinforcing wider economic pressure from the war", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters, May 1", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/saudi-liquor-store-runs-short-because-iran-war-bottleneck-2026-05-01/" }, { "name": "The Hindu liveblog, May 2 00:32 IST", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-us-war-live-updates-may-1-2026/article70927343.ece" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-01", "time": "afternoon", "side": "other", "title": "UNHCR says Iran war shipping disruption is delaying refugee aid", "detail": "Reuters reported that UNHCR warned the Iran war had more than doubled the cost of sending some aid to Sudan and was delaying deliveries by weeks. Insecurity around the Strait of Hormuz, port congestion, higher fuel prices and war-risk insurance pushed a 2,018-ton relief shipment cost estimate from $927,000 to $1.87 million, forcing reroutes through Jordan and Oman while the agency remained severely underfunded.", "lat": 46.2044, "lng": 6.1432, "tid": "unhcr-iran-war-shipping-disrupts-sudan-aid-may1", "tn": "UNHCR aid-shipping warning", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — Hormuz disruption is now materially slowing humanitarian logistics beyond the Gulf, widening the war's civilian impact despite the ceasefire", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters, May 1", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/iran-crisis-hampering-aid-refugees-supply-chain-costs-soar-un-warns-2026-05-01/" }, { "name": "The Hindu liveblog, May 1 (Reuters item 18:17 IST)", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-us-war-live-updates-may-1-2026/article70927343.ece" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-01", "time": "afternoon", "side": "diplomatic", "title": "UN chief warns Hormuz curbs are strangling the global economy", "detail": "U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warned that the consequences of the West Asia war were growing dramatically worse, saying restrictions on navigational rights around the Strait of Hormuz were disrupting energy, transport, manufacturing and food markets and 'strangling' the global economy. He called for dialogue and measures to open a pathway back from the brink.", "lat": 40.7128, "lng": -74.006, "tid": "un-chief-hormuz-curbs-strangle-global-economy-may1", "tn": "UN Hormuz economy warning", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — The U.N. frames the Hormuz closure as a broad global economic threat, increasing diplomatic pressure on both Washington and Tehran", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu liveblog, May 1 (UN chief item 19:16 IST)", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-us-war-live-updates-may-1-2026/article70927343.ece" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-01", "time": "afternoon", "side": "us", "title": "U.S. Treasury warns shippers not to pay Iran Hormuz tolls", "detail": "The U.S. Treasury's OFAC warned that any U.S. or foreign shipper paying Iran for safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz could face sanctions, including payments disguised as charitable donations to the Iranian Red Crescent, Bonyad Mostazafan or embassy accounts. Reuters reported the advisory as Iran's latest proposal left toll or fee demands tied to reopening the strait, with at least one reported $2 million payment already made for transit.", "lat": 26.5667, "lng": 56.25, "tid": "us-treasury-warns-hormuz-toll-sanctions-may1", "tn": "Hormuz toll sanctions warning", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — Washington is trying to deny Tehran revenue and leverage from any partial Hormuz reopening, making shipping companies choose between Iranian passage demands and U.S. sanctions risk", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters, May 1", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/us-treasury-warns-shippers-not-pay-hormuz-tolls-even-form-charity-2026-05-01/" }, { "name": "CBS News live updates, May 1", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-trump-strait-of-hormuz-israel-lebanon-ceasefire/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-01", "time": "afternoon", "side": "us", "title": "U.S. sanctions Qingdao terminal and dark-fleet tanker over Iranian oil", "detail": "The U.S. State Department sanctioned Qingdao Haiye Oil Terminal Co., its president Xinchun Li, vessel managers and the Panama-flagged tanker New Fusion, accusing the network of handling tens of millions of barrels of sanctioned Iranian crude and petroleum products through ship-to-ship transfers and dark-fleet operations. The move marked another round of Economic Fury pressure aimed at Iran's oil revenues even as ceasefire diplomacy remained stalled.", "lat": 36.0671, "lng": 120.3826, "tid": "us-sanctions-qingdao-terminal-new-fusion-iran-oil-may1", "tn": "Qingdao / New Fusion sanctions", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — The U.S. is extending Iran-war economic pressure deeper into China's oil logistics network, raising the cost of sanctions evasion during the Hormuz blockade standoff", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "U.S. State Department, May 1", "url": "https://www.state.gov/releases/office-of-the-spokesperson/2026/05/united-states-sanctions-network-facilitating-irans-illicit-oil-trade/" }, { "name": "CBS News live updates, May 1", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-trump-strait-of-hormuz-israel-lebanon-ceasefire/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-01", "time": "afternoon", "side": "us", "title": "Trump formally tells Congress Iran hostilities have terminated at War Powers deadline", "detail": "President Trump sent letters to House Speaker Mike Johnson and Senate president pro tempore Chuck Grassley saying there had been no exchange of fire between U.S. forces and Iran since April 7 and that the hostilities that began February 28 had terminated. The notice landed on the 60-day War Powers deadline while the U.S. blockade of Iranian ports continued and more than 50,000 U.S. service members remained deployed in the region, sharpening the legal dispute over whether the ceasefire ends or pauses congressional authorization requirements.", "lat": 38.8977, "lng": -77.0365, "tid": "trump-congress-iran-hostilities-terminated-war-powers-may1", "tn": "Trump War Powers letters", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — The White House converts its War Powers argument into a formal congressional notice while retaining regional force posture and blockade pressure", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News, May 1", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/news/trump-iran-war-powers-act-hostilities-terminated/" }, { "name": "CBS News live updates, May 1", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-trump-strait-of-hormuz-israel-lebanon-ceasefire/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-01", "time": "afternoon", "side": "israel", "title": "Lebanon says Israeli campaign death toll has reached 2,618", "detail": "Lebanon's Ministry of Public Health said the death toll from Israel's airstrikes and ground operations in Lebanon since March 2 had reached 2,618, with 8,094 wounded, including at least 184 children and 296 women killed as of Thursday. Israel says it is targeting Hezbollah and has continued evacuation orders and operations in the south, while Hezbollah and Israeli forces accuse each other of violating the April 17 ceasefire.", "lat": 33.8547, "lng": 35.8623, "tid": "lebanon-health-ministry-israeli-campaign-toll-2618-may1", "tn": "Lebanon campaign toll update", "dmg": 0, "cas": 2618, "dl": "HEAVY — The Lebanon front's cumulative civilian and military toll underscores that the Israel-Hezbollah war is continuing despite ceasefire claims", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News live updates, May 1", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-trump-strait-of-hormuz-israel-lebanon-ceasefire/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-01", "time": "evening", "side": "iran", "title": "Fourteen Iranian soldiers killed clearing unexploded ordnance in Zanjan", "detail": "Local media reported that 14 Iranian soldiers were killed and two wounded during operations to defuse unexploded ordnance in northwestern Zanjan province. Officials said IRGC teams were clearing cluster-munition contamination from recent airstrikes, including around 1,200 hectares of agricultural land, and had already neutralized more than 15,000 explosive items before the deadly incident.", "lat": 36.6769, "lng": 48.4963, "tid": "zanjan-unexploded-ordnance-kills-14-soldiers-may1", "tn": "Zanjan UXO deaths", "dmg": 0, "cas": 16, "dl": "HEAVY — Unexploded ordnance from the air campaign is now causing significant post-strike military casualties and long-term contamination risks in Iran's northwest", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "Times of India liveblog, May 2 00:40 IST", "url": "https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/middle-east/us-israel-iran-war-news-live-updates-ceasefire-donald-trump-shehbaz-sharif-abbas-aragchi-iran-talks-strait-of-hormuz-blockade-impact-oil-crisis-latest-updates/liveblog/130593667.cms" }, { "name": "AFP via NAMPA, May 1", "url": "https://www.nampa.org/text/22920397" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-01", "time": "evening", "side": "us", "title": "CENTCOM says 45 commercial vessels have been turned back under Iran blockade", "detail": "U.S. Central Command said U.S. forces enforcing the naval blockade of Iranian ports had directed 45 commercial vessels to turn around or return to port. The figure gave the clearest public scale marker yet for the blockade's maritime enforcement as diplomacy over Hormuz and Iran's oil exports remained stalled.", "lat": 27, "lng": 52, "tid": "centcom-45-vessels-turned-back-iran-blockade-may1", "tn": "45 vessels turned back", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — The U.S. blockade is visibly constraining commercial traffic at scale, adding maritime and economic pressure while raising risks of shipping incidents", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "ABC News live updates, May 1", "url": "https://abc7.com/live-updates/iran-war-today-trump-straight-of-hormuz-us-ceasefire-talks/18979096/" }, { "name": "Times of India liveblog, May 1 23:03 IST", "url": "https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/middle-east/us-israel-iran-war-news-live-updates-ceasefire-donald-trump-shehbaz-sharif-abbas-aragchi-iran-talks-strait-of-hormuz-blockade-impact-oil-crisis-latest-updates/liveblog/130593667.cms" }, { "name": "Fox News live updates, May 1", "url": "https://www.foxnews.com/live-news/iran-war-trump-blockade-strait-hormuz-oil-prices-may-1" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-01", "time": "evening", "side": "us", "title": "U.S. Navy expands AI mine-hunting program for Hormuz threat", "detail": "Reuters reported that the U.S. Navy awarded Domino Data Lab a contract worth up to $99.7 million to expand Project AMMO, an accelerated machine-learning program intended to make underwater mine detection faster, more accurate and less dependent on sailors and ships. The award came as Navy planners prioritized options for clearing Iranian mines in the Strait of Hormuz during the blockade crisis.", "lat": 26.5667, "lng": 56.25, "tid": "us-navy-ai-mine-hunting-hormuz-domino-may1", "tn": "U.S. AI mine-hunting push", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — Washington is investing in faster mine-clearance capacity for Hormuz, signaling preparation for a prolonged or potentially contested reopening of the strait", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters, May 1", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/us-navy-turns-ai-firm-domino-options-counter-iranian-mines-2026-05-01/" }, { "name": "Fox News live updates, May 1", "url": "https://www.foxnews.com/live-news/iran-war-trump-blockade-strait-hormuz-oil-prices-may-1" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-01", "time": "evening", "side": "iran", "title": "CNN investigation says Iran and allies damaged 16 U.S. military sites", "detail": "CNN reported, based on satellite imagery and interviews with U.S. and Gulf officials, that Iran and allied forces damaged at least 16 U.S. military installations across eight Middle Eastern countries during the war, including radar, communications and aircraft systems. The investigation said some facilities were severely degraded or partially unusable, with internal U.S. cost estimates reportedly reaching $40 billion to $50 billion despite a lower public Pentagon figure.", "lat": 25.2854, "lng": 51.531, "tid": "cnn-iran-allies-damaged-16-us-military-sites-may1", "tn": "16 U.S. sites damaged", "dmg": 16, "cas": 0, "dl": "MAJOR — The assessment indicates Iran’s strike campaign caused broader damage to U.S. regional basing than previously visible, especially to high-value radar and communications infrastructure", "dc": "dmg-major", "sources": [ { "name": "CNN, May 1", "url": "https://www.cnn.com/2026/05/01/world/video/us-military-bases-iran-strikes-images-invs-digvid" }, { "name": "Times of India, May 1", "url": "https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/middle-east/never-seen-anything-like-this-before-iran-damaged-16-us-bases-across-8-middle-east-nations-says-report/articleshow/130681274.cms" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://www.cnn.com/2026/05/01/world/video/us-military-bases-iran-strikes-images-invs-digvid", "source": "CNN satellite imagery analysis", "captureDate": "2026-05-01", "description": "CNN investigation based on satellite imagery reports damage to at least 16 U.S. military sites across eight Middle Eastern countries" }, { "url": "https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/article-895499", "source": "Washington Post satellite imagery analysis via Jerusalem Post", "captureDate": "2026-05-07", "description": "Washington Post review of commercial satellite imagery found at least 228 damaged or destroyed structures/equipment items at 15 U.S. military sites across the Gulf and Jordan" }, { "url": "https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c2l2yl7r8r2o", "source": "BBC Verify satellite imagery analysis", "captureDate": "2026-06-01", "description": "BBC Verify analysis of satellite imagery and videos says Iranian attacks damaged 20 U.S. military sites across eight Middle Eastern countries, including air-defense systems, aircraft, radars, fuel storage, hangars, accommodation and satellite communications hardware." } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-01", "time": "evening", "side": "us", "title": "Trump says U.S.-supplied weapons sent through Kurds did not reach Iran protesters", "detail": "President Trump said the U.S. had sent a small amount of weapons through Kurdish intermediaries during the Iranian protest wave earlier in the year, but that he was “not happy” with the delivery and believed the Kurds kept them. Times Now reported Trump identified Sulaymaniyah as the transfer point, while a Kurdish opposition spokesman separately told Fox News that his group did not receive weapons during the demonstrations.", "lat": 35.557, "lng": 45.435, "tid": "trump-kurdish-weapons-iran-protests-delivery-may1", "tn": "Kurdish weapons dispute", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — Trump’s comments expose a disputed covert-support channel tied to Iran’s protest front and could strain Kurdish intermediaries as Washington weighs renewed pressure on Tehran", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Fox News live updates, May 1", "url": "https://www.foxnews.com/live-news/iran-war-trump-blockade-strait-hormuz-oil-prices-may-1" }, { "name": "Times Now liveblog, May 1", "url": "https://www.timesnownews.com/world/middle-east/iran-us-war-live-updates-trump-us-israel-ceasefire-blockade-khamenei-netanyahu-war-strait-of-hormuz-crude-oil-latest-news-liveblog-154215441" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-01", "time": "evening", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "Iran sends new peace proposal through Pakistan but Trump says he is not satisfied", "detail": "Iran delivered a new negotiating proposal to the United States through Pakistani mediators, according to Iranian state media and a Pakistani official, but President Trump told reporters he was “not satisfied” and said Tehran was asking for things he could not accept. Reuters reported Trump praised Pakistan’s mediation and said phone negotiations were continuing, while Iran’s foreign minister said Tehran was ready for diplomacy if Washington changed its “excessive approach” but that Iranian forces remained ready for any renewed attack.", "lat": 33.6844, "lng": 73.0479, "tid": "iran-new-proposal-pakistan-trump-not-satisfied-may1", "tn": "Iran proposal rejected", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — A fresh Pakistan-mediated proposal shows diplomacy is still alive, but Trump’s rejection keeps the ceasefire fragile and the Hormuz blockade unresolved", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters, May 1", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/uae-says-iran-cannot-be-trusted-over-hormuz-peace-efforts-an-impasse-2026-05-01/" }, { "name": "The Hindu live updates, May 1", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-us-war-live-updates-may-1-2026/article70927343.ece" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-01", "time": "evening", "side": "us", "title": "U.S. warns shippers not to pay Iranian Hormuz tolls, even through charities", "detail": "The U.S. Treasury’s OFAC warned U.S. and non-U.S. shippers that paying Iran for safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz could trigger sanctions regardless of payment method, including fiat currency, digital assets, offsets, informal swaps or nominal donations to groups such as the Iranian Red Crescent. The advisory followed Iranian proposals for tolls or fees as part of a war-ending arrangement and reports that at least one $2 million safe-passage payment had already been made.", "lat": 26.5667, "lng": 56.25, "tid": "ofac-warns-hormuz-toll-payments-sanctions-may1", "tn": "OFAC Hormuz toll warning", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — Washington is trying to prevent Iran from monetizing control of Hormuz, making any private workaround legally risky and hardening the blockade standoff", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters, May 1", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/us-treasury-warns-shippers-not-pay-hormuz-tolls-even-form-charity-2026-05-01/" }, { "name": "Hindustan Times live updates, May 1", "url": "https://www.hindustantimes.com/world-news/us-iran-war-news-live-updates-tehran-donald-trump-pete-hegseth-white-house-strikes-missile-ceasefire-101777598095874.html" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-01", "time": "evening", "side": "israel", "title": "Israel strikes southern Lebanon as Hezbollah drone wounds two Israeli soldiers", "detail": "Israel carried out new airstrikes across southern Lebanon despite the extended ceasefire, with Lebanon’s Health Ministry saying at least 10 people were killed, including six in Habboush near Nabatiyeh and four in other southern villages. Hezbollah said it launched rockets and drones at Israeli military positions, and Israel’s military confirmed an explosive drone fell near the border; Israeli media reported two soldiers were lightly wounded in a separate drone impact near Margaliot.", "lat": 33.4073, "lng": 35.4817, "tid": "israel-south-lebanon-strikes-hezbollah-drone-wounds-soldiers-may1", "tn": "South Lebanon ceasefire breaches", "dmg": 0, "cas": 20, "dl": "HEAVY — The Lebanon front continues to produce lethal exchanges under a nominal ceasefire, with both Israeli airstrikes and Hezbollah drones expanding the risk of renewed escalation", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "AP via ClickOnDetroit, May 1", "url": "https://www.clickondetroit.com/news/world/2026/05/01/israel-strikes-southern-lebanon-killing-4-hezbollah-drone-wounds-2-israeli-soldiers/" }, { "name": "The Hindu live updates, May 1", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-us-war-live-updates-may-1-2026/article70927343.ece" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-01", "time": "evening", "side": "iran", "title": "Khamenei calls for economic battle as blockade pressure and inflation mount", "detail": "Iran’s supreme leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei urged Iranians to wage an “economic and cultural jihad” to disappoint and defeat enemies, calling for priority consumption of domestic goods and asking owners of damaged businesses to avoid layoffs. The statement came as U.S. port blockades disrupted Iranian oil shipments and The Hindu/AFP cited official data showing inflation had risen past 50% in recent weeks.", "lat": 35.6892, "lng": 51.389, "tid": "khamenei-economic-battle-blockade-inflation-may1", "tn": "Khamenei economic jihad call", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — Tehran is framing the war’s economic shock as a domestic mobilization campaign, signaling sustained pressure from sanctions, damaged businesses and oil-export disruption", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu live updates / AFP, May 1", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-us-war-live-updates-may-1-2026/article70927343.ece" }, { "name": "Reuters, May 1", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/uae-says-iran-cannot-be-trusted-over-hormuz-peace-efforts-an-impasse-2026-05-01/" } ] }, { "tid": "us-sanctions-iran-shadow-banking-exchange-houses-may1", "date": "2026-05-01", "time": "evening", "lat": 35.6892, "lng": 51.389, "side": "us", "title": "U.S. sanctions Iranian exchange houses over shadow-banking war finance", "tn": "Iran shadow-banking sanctions", "detail": "The U.S. Treasury's OFAC designated three Iranian foreign currency exchange houses — Opal Exchange, Radin Exchange and Tahayyori / Arz Iran Exchange — along with associated owners and front companies under the Economic Fury campaign. Treasury said the networks convert oil revenues, often settled in Chinese yuan, into usable foreign currency for Iranian banks, the military and partners or proxies, moving billions of dollars through shadow-banking channels despite sanctions.", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "dl": "STRATEGIC — Washington is expanding the Iran-war pressure campaign from shipping and oil logistics into Tehran's currency-conversion networks, aiming to cut off funds that sustain the military and sanctions evasion", "cas": 0, "dmg": 0, "sources": [ { "name": "U.S. Treasury, May 1", "url": "https://home.treasury.gov/news/press-releases/sb0483" }, { "name": "The Hindu liveblog, May 2 01:37 IST", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-us-war-live-updates-may-1-2026/article70927343.ece" } ] }, { "tid": "uss-gerald-ford-departs-middle-east-blockade-posture-may1", "date": "2026-05-01", "time": "evening", "lat": 20, "lng": 38.5, "side": "us", "title": "USS Gerald R. Ford leaves Middle East as U.S. maintains Iran blockade", "tn": "Ford carrier exits region", "detail": "The USS Gerald R. Ford carrier strike group departed the Middle East after an unusually long deployment tied to Iran-war operations, with reports saying it had moved into the U.S. European Command area and was expected to return to Norfolk around mid-May. The move reduces one layer of U.S. carrier firepower near Iran, though live updates and regional reporting said roughly 20 U.S. Navy ships, including the Abraham Lincoln and George H.W. Bush carrier groups, remained deployed to enforce the blockade and pressure Tehran over Hormuz.", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "dl": "STRATEGIC — The Ford's departure slightly thins U.S. naval surge capacity while leaving the blockade architecture intact, showing Washington is balancing crew strain and maintenance needs against continued coercive pressure on Iran", "cas": 0, "dmg": 0, "sources": [ { "name": "Hindustan Times liveblog, May 1", "url": "https://www.hindustantimes.com/world-news/us-iran-war-news-live-updates-tehran-donald-trump-pete-hegseth-white-house-strikes-missile-ceasefire-101777598095874.html" }, { "name": "Economic Times, May 1", "url": "https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/defence/us-iran-war-ending-or-escalating-uss-gerald-r-ford-to-head-home-from-middle-east-as-trump-weighs-fresh-strikes-on-iran/articleshow/130670292.cms" } ] }, { "tid": "pezeshkian-ghalibaf-seek-araghchi-ouster-irgc-talks-rift-may1", "date": "2026-05-01", "time": "evening", "lat": 35.6892, "lng": 51.389, "side": "iran", "title": "Report: Pezeshkian and Ghalibaf seek Araghchi ouster over IRGC role in talks", "tn": "Iran talks-team rift", "detail": "Iran International reported that President Masoud Pezeshkian and parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf were seeking Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi's removal, accusing him of following Revolutionary Guard chief Ahmad Vahidi's instructions in nuclear talks without keeping the president informed. Indian outlets and live coverage amplified the report as Iran's latest Pakistan-mediated proposal was reaching Washington, highlighting friction between elected officials, the foreign ministry and the IRGC over negotiation strategy.", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "dl": "STRATEGIC — A fight over Araghchi would expose serious command-and-control tensions inside Tehran's negotiating camp just as Iran is trying to sell a revised peace proposal and manage pressure from the blockade", "cas": 0, "dmg": 0, "sources": [ { "name": "Iran International, Apr 30", "url": "https://www.iranintl.com/en/202604302117" }, { "name": "Indian Express, May 1", "url": "https://indianexpress.com/article/world/iran-foreign-minister-abbas-araghchi-removal-pezeshkian-irgc-nuclear-talks-10665345/" }, { "name": "Hindustan Times liveblog, May 1", "url": "https://www.hindustantimes.com/world-news/us-iran-war-news-live-updates-tehran-donald-trump-pete-hegseth-white-house-strikes-missile-ceasefire-101777598095874.html" } ] }, { "tid": "iran-irgc-demining-blast-zanjan-cluster-munitions-may1", "date": "2026-05-01", "time": "late night", "lat": 36.6769, "lng": 48.4963, "side": "iran", "title": "Fourteen IRGC soldiers killed clearing unexploded ordnance in Zanjan", "tn": "Zanjan demining deaths", "detail": "Iranian media, citing the Revolutionary Guards, said 14 soldiers were killed and two wounded during a mission to defuse unexploded ordnance in northwestern Zanjan province. The Guards said enemy airstrikes using cluster bombs and aerial mines had contaminated roughly 1,200 hectares of farmland, and that clearance teams had already neutralized more than 15,000 explosive items before the deadly detonation.", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "dl": "HEAVY — The deaths show that unexploded cluster munitions from the air campaign remain a lethal hazard inside Iran even during the ceasefire, tying down IRGC specialists and threatening civilians and farmland long after strikes end", "cas": 14, "dmg": 2, "sources": [ { "name": "Aaj / AFP, May 2", "url": "https://english.aaj.tv/news/330457917/14-iranian-soldiers-killed-in-demining-operation-local-media" }, { "name": "BSS / AFP, May 2", "url": "https://www.bssnews.net/international/383359" }, { "name": "Times of India liveblog, May 2 00:40 IST", "url": "https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/middle-east/us-israel-iran-war-news-live-updates-ceasefire-donald-trump-shehbaz-sharif-abbas-aragchi-iran-talks-strait-of-hormuz-blockade-impact-oil-crisis-latest-updates/liveblog/130593667.cms" } ] }, { "tid": "trump-congress-hostilities-terminated-war-powers-may2", "date": "2026-05-02", "time": "early morning", "lat": 38.9072, "lng": -77.0369, "side": "us", "title": "Trump tells Congress Iran hostilities have “terminated” despite continuing blockade", "tn": "War Powers termination letter", "detail": "President Donald Trump notified House Speaker Mike Johnson and Senate president pro tempore Chuck Grassley that hostilities with Iran had ended, writing that there had been no exchange of fire between U.S. forces and Iran since April 7 and that the February 28 hostilities had “terminated.” The declaration came as the War Powers deadline arrived, while U.S. forces remained deployed, the naval blockade continued and live coverage noted Trump still warned Iran posed a significant threat.", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "dl": "STRATEGIC — The letter is a legal and political maneuver to preserve the Iran campaign and blockade without seeking new congressional authorization, underscoring that the ceasefire has not resolved the underlying military standoff", "cas": 0, "dmg": 0, "sources": [ { "name": "Hindustan Times liveblog, May 2 08:26 IST", "url": "https://www.hindustantimes.com/world-news/us-iran-war-news-live-updates-ceasefire-donald-trump-mojtaba-khamenei-tehran-pakistan-peace-talks-middle-east-101777685010818.html" }, { "name": "Times of India liveblog, May 2 01:12 IST", "url": "https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/middle-east/us-israel-iran-war-news-live-updates-ceasefire-donald-trump-shehbaz-sharif-abbas-aragchi-iran-talks-strait-of-hormuz-blockade-impact-oil-crisis-latest-updates/liveblog/130593667.cms" } ] }, { "tid": "mojtaba-khamenei-irgc-new-hormuz-management-rules-may2", "date": "2026-05-02", "time": "morning", "lat": 26.5667, "lng": 56.25, "side": "iran", "title": "Khamenei and IRGC vow new Iranian management rules for Strait of Hormuz", "tn": "Hormuz new rules vow", "detail": "Iranian Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei declared a “new chapter” for the Strait of Hormuz, saying Tehran would introduce new management measures after U.S.-Israeli actions against Iran. The IRGC Navy followed with a statement saying the equations and rules for the new management of the Persian Gulf had been set and would be enforced along Iran’s coastline and the Strait, even as Washington warned shippers against paying Iran-linked Hormuz tolls.", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "dl": "STRATEGIC — Tehran is turning control of Hormuz into a formal postwar bargaining lever, signaling that maritime restrictions and toll enforcement may persist unless the U.S. blockade and sanctions pressure are lifted", "cas": 0, "dmg": 0, "sources": [ { "name": "Hindustan Times liveblog, May 2 09:03/09:13 IST", "url": "https://www.hindustantimes.com/world-news/us-iran-war-news-live-updates-ceasefire-donald-trump-mojtaba-khamenei-tehran-pakistan-peace-talks-middle-east-101777685010818.html" }, { "name": "Times of India liveblog, May 2 03:21 IST", "url": "https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/middle-east/us-israel-iran-war-news-live-updates-ceasefire-donald-trump-shehbaz-sharif-abbas-aragchi-iran-talks-strait-of-hormuz-blockade-impact-oil-crisis-latest-updates/liveblog/130593667.cms" } ] }, { "tid": "iran-executes-two-alleged-israel-spies-natanz-may2", "date": "2026-05-02", "time": "morning", "lat": 33.724, "lng": 51.723, "side": "iran", "title": "Iran executes two men accused of spying for Israel near Natanz", "tn": "Natanz spy executions", "detail": "Iranian media, citing the judiciary, said Yaghoub Karimpour and Nasser Bakarzadeh were hanged after being convicted of cooperating with Israel and Mossad. Reports said one man was accused of collecting intelligence near the Natanz nuclear facility in Isfahan province while the other was accused of passing sensitive information and gathering details on officials, religious figures and key sites.", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "dl": "STRATEGIC — The executions show Tehran intensifying internal counterintelligence and deterrence around nuclear sites, a sign that the Israeli covert-threat narrative remains central despite the ceasefire", "cas": 2, "dmg": 0, "sources": [ { "name": "Hindustan Times liveblog, May 2 12:45 IST", "url": "https://www.hindustantimes.com/world-news/us-iran-war-news-live-updates-ceasefire-donald-trump-mojtaba-khamenei-tehran-pakistan-peace-talks-middle-east-101777685010818.html" } ] }, { "tid": "us-orders-germany-troop-drawdown-iran-war-rift-may2", "date": "2026-05-02", "time": "morning", "lat": 50.1109, "lng": 8.6821, "side": "us", "title": "Pentagon orders 5,000-troop drawdown from Germany amid Iran-war rift", "tn": "Germany troop drawdown", "detail": "The Pentagon said Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth ordered the United States to remove about 5,000 troops from Germany within the next year, following President Trump’s threats to scale back the U.S. military presence there. German officials framed the move as a reason for Europe to strengthen its own defenses, while NATO said it was working with Washington to understand the force-posture decision after tensions over the Iran war strained U.S.-German relations.", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "dl": "STRATEGIC — The Iran war is now reshaping U.S. force posture in Europe, widening NATO political fractures and potentially shifting military capacity away from Germany while Washington keeps pressure on Tehran", "cas": 0, "dmg": 0, "sources": [ { "name": "Hindustan Times liveblog, May 2 14:35/14:56 IST", "url": "https://www.hindustantimes.com/world-news/us-iran-war-news-live-updates-ceasefire-donald-trump-mojtaba-khamenei-tehran-pakistan-peace-talks-middle-east-101777685010818.html" }, { "name": "Times of India liveblog, May 2 03:26 IST", "url": "https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/middle-east/us-israel-iran-war-news-live-updates-ceasefire-donald-trump-shehbaz-sharif-abbas-aragchi-iran-talks-strait-of-hormuz-blockade-impact-oil-crisis-latest-updates/liveblog/130593667.cms" } ] }, { "tid": "israel-strikes-south-lebanon-seven-killed-may2", "date": "2026-05-02", "time": "late afternoon", "lat": 33.3783, "lng": 35.4839, "side": "israel", "title": "Israeli strikes kill seven in southern Lebanon despite fragile ceasefire", "tn": "South Lebanon strikes", "detail": "Lebanon's state-run National News Agency said Israeli airstrikes killed at least seven people and wounded others in southern Lebanon, even as the Lebanon-Israel ceasefire remained formally in place. Reported strikes included a car in Kfar Dajal that killed two people, a home in Lwaizeh that killed three, and a strike on Shoukin that killed two more.", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "dl": "HEAVY — The continued Israeli strike pattern keeps the Lebanon front active during the Iran-war ceasefire period, raising the risk that Hezbollah-linked retaliation or ceasefire-monitoring failures could reopen a wider northern front", "cas": 7, "dmg": 3, "sources": [ { "name": "Hindustan Times liveblog, May 2 16:36 IST", "url": "https://www.hindustantimes.com/world-news/us-iran-war-news-live-updates-ceasefire-donald-trump-mojtaba-khamenei-tehran-pakistan-peace-talks-middle-east-101777685010818.html" } ] }, { "tid": "us-ofac-warns-hormuz-toll-payments-sanctions-may2", "date": "2026-05-02", "time": "evening", "lat": 26.5667, "lng": 56.25, "side": "us", "title": "U.S. warns shippers not to pay Iranian Strait of Hormuz transit fees", "tn": "Hormuz payment sanctions", "detail": "The U.S. warned shipping companies that they could face sanctions if they make payments to Iran for safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz. OFAC said prohibited payments could include cash, digital assets, offsets, informal swaps, in-kind transfers, charitable donations, or payments routed through Iranian embassies, targeting Tehran's attempt to monetize safer routes near its coastline after restricting the strait.", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "dl": "STRATEGIC — Washington is trying to criminalize Iran's emerging Hormuz toll system, escalating the economic blockade from Iranian ports and oil exports to the payment channels that keep maritime traffic moving", "cas": 0, "dmg": 0, "sources": [ { "name": "Hindustan Times liveblog, May 2 18:17 / May 3 01:07 IST", "url": "https://www.hindustantimes.com/world-news/us-iran-war-news-live-updates-ceasefire-donald-trump-mojtaba-khamenei-tehran-pakistan-peace-talks-middle-east-101777685010818.html" }, { "name": "CNA background link to U.S. Treasury / Hormuz sanctions, May 2", "url": "https://www.channelnewsasia.com/world/us-iran-hormuz-sanctions-treasury-tolls-currency-exchange-6095141" } ] }, { "tid": "china-rejects-us-refinery-sanctions-iran-oil-may2", "date": "2026-05-02", "time": "evening", "lat": 39.9042, "lng": 116.4074, "side": "economic", "title": "China says it will not comply with U.S. sanctions on refineries buying Iranian oil", "tn": "China rejects Iran-oil sanctions", "detail": "China's Commerce Ministry said U.S. sanctions against five Chinese firms targeted for purchasing Iranian oil 'shall not be recognised, implemented, or complied with.' The injunction covered Shandong Jincheng Petrochemical, Shandong Shouguang Luqing Petrochemical, Shandong Shengxing Chemical, Hengli Petrochemical (Dalian) Refinery and Hebei Xinhai Chemical Group, as Washington continued trying to choke off Tehran's oil revenue.", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "dl": "STRATEGIC — Beijing's refusal directly challenges the U.S. economic-pressure campaign and preserves a major outlet for discounted Iranian crude, limiting the blockade's leverage before Trump-Xi talks", "cas": 0, "dmg": 0, "sources": [ { "name": "CNA / AFP, May 2", "url": "https://www.channelnewsasia.com/east-asia/china-reject-us-sanctions-refineries-iran-oil-links-6096151" }, { "name": "The Hindu / Reuters, May 2", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/china-rejects-us-sanctions-on-refineris-over-iran-oil-links/article70932170.ece" }, { "name": "Hindustan Times liveblog, May 2 19:15 IST", "url": "https://www.hindustantimes.com/world-news/us-iran-war-news-live-updates-ceasefire-donald-trump-mojtaba-khamenei-tehran-pakistan-peace-talks-middle-east-101777685010818.html" } ] }, { "tid": "spirit-airlines-shuts-down-iran-war-fuel-shock-may2", "date": "2026-05-02", "time": "evening", "lat": 26.0742, "lng": -80.1506, "side": "economic", "title": "Spirit Airlines halts operations after Iran-war fuel shock and failed bailout", "tn": "Spirit Airlines shutdown", "detail": "Bankrupt budget carrier Spirit Airlines ceased operations, becoming the first major U.S. airline casualty linked to the Iran war after failing to secure creditor backing for a proposed $500 million government bailout. Live reporting said the shutdown was driven by the wartime surge in jet-fuel prices and would force customers to rebook through other carriers while threatening thousands of jobs.", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "dl": "STRATEGIC — The shutdown shows the Iran war's energy shock is now producing visible domestic economic casualties in the United States, turning blockade-driven fuel costs into a political liability for Washington", "cas": 0, "dmg": 0, "sources": [ { "name": "Hindustan Times liveblog, May 2 13:35 / 18:21 IST", "url": "https://www.hindustantimes.com/world-news/us-iran-war-news-live-updates-ceasefire-donald-trump-mojtaba-khamenei-tehran-pakistan-peace-talks-middle-east-101777685010818.html" } ] }, { "tid": "iran-ghharibabadi-ball-in-us-court-negotiations-may2", "date": "2026-05-02", "time": "late evening", "lat": 35.6892, "lng": 51.389, "side": "iran", "title": "Iran says U.S. must choose diplomacy or confrontation after new proposal", "tn": "Iran diplomacy-or-confrontation message", "detail": "Iran's deputy foreign minister for legal and international affairs Kazem Gharibabadi told diplomats in Tehran that the 'ball is in the United States' court' to choose negotiations or continued confrontation. He said Iran remained prepared for both paths while also saying Tehran would maintain pessimism and distrust toward America's honesty in diplomacy.", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "dl": "STRATEGIC — Tehran is framing the next escalation decision as Washington's responsibility while preserving a threat of renewed confrontation, keeping pressure on the U.S. to respond to the Pakistan-mediated proposal", "cas": 0, "dmg": 0, "sources": [ { "name": "Hindustan Times liveblog, May 2 22:25 / 22:51 IST", "url": "https://www.hindustantimes.com/world-news/us-iran-war-news-live-updates-ceasefire-donald-trump-mojtaba-khamenei-tehran-pakistan-peace-talks-middle-east-101777685010818.html" } ] }, { "tid": "trump-reviews-iran-proposal-warns-new-strikes-may3", "date": "2026-05-03", "time": "early morning", "lat": 38.9072, "lng": -77.0369, "side": "us", "title": "Trump reviews new Iran proposal while warning renewed strikes remain possible", "tn": "Trump reviews Iran deal", "detail": "President Donald Trump said he had been briefed on a proposed Iran deal and was waiting for the exact wording, while also warning that renewed strikes remained possible if Tehran 'misbehaves.' The comments followed reporting that Tehran had sent a revised proposal through Pakistan that would reopen Hormuz and end the U.S. blockade before nuclear talks.", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "dl": "STRATEGIC — The ceasefire is entering a decision point: Washington is studying Iran's proposal but explicitly keeping military strikes on the table, so the diplomatic channel has not removed escalation risk", "cas": 0, "dmg": 0, "sources": [ { "name": "Hindustan Times liveblog, May 3 04:12 / 05:22 IST", "url": "https://www.hindustantimes.com/world-news/us-iran-war-news-live-updates-ceasefire-donald-trump-mojtaba-khamenei-tehran-pakistan-peace-talks-middle-east-101777685010818.html" } ] }, { "tid": "trump-signals-rejection-14-point-iran-plan-renewed-war-risk-may3", "date": "2026-05-03", "time": "morning", "lat": 38.9072, "lng": -77.0369, "side": "us", "title": "Trump says Iran's 14-point peace plan likely unacceptable as Tehran warns renewed war is likely", "tn": "14-point plan rejection risk", "detail": "After Iran reportedly sent a 14-point proposal through Pakistan to end the war across all fronts and create a new framework for the Strait of Hormuz, President Donald Trump wrote that he would review the plan but 'can't imagine that it would be acceptable,' saying Iran had not paid a big enough price. Iranian central-command official Mohammad Jafar Asadi separately told Fars that renewed conflict with the United States was likely because Washington could not be trusted to keep agreements.", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "dl": "STRATEGIC — The Pakistan-mediated channel is still alive, but Trump's public skepticism and Iran's renewed-war warning mark a sharp deterioration from simple review of the proposal toward a possible collapse of the ceasefire process", "cas": 0, "dmg": 0, "sources": [ { "name": "Hindustan Times liveblog, May 3 07:59 / 08:05 IST", "url": "https://www.hindustantimes.com/world-news/us-iran-war-live-updates-trump-mojtaba-khamenei-araghchi-tehran-ceasefire-proposal-pakistan-hormuz-strait-talks-news-101777773932165.html" }, { "name": "Hindustan Times closed liveblog summary, May 3 06:18 / 08:03 IST", "url": "https://www.hindustantimes.com/world-news/us-iran-war-news-live-updates-ceasefire-donald-trump-mojtaba-khamenei-tehran-pakistan-peace-talks-middle-east-101777685010818.html" } ] }, { "tid": "iranian-tanker-huge-evades-us-blockade-may3", "date": "2026-05-03", "time": "morning", "lat": -8.65, "lng": 115.83, "side": "iran", "title": "Iranian supertanker carrying $220 million in oil slips past U.S. blockade", "tn": "Tanker HUGE evades blockade", "detail": "TankerTrackers.com reported that the National Iranian Tanker Company VLCC HUGE had evaded the U.S. naval blockade and reached the Asia-Pacific region with more than 1.9 million barrels of crude worth nearly $220 million. The ship was last seen off Sri Lanka more than a week earlier and was moving through Indonesia's Lombok Strait toward the Riau Archipelago after going dark on AIS since March 20; Iranian state media separately claimed at least 52 Iranian ships had broken the blockade since April 29, while the U.S. military said it had forced about 41 Iran-linked vessels to turn back.", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "dl": "STRATEGIC — A high-value Iranian crude cargo reaching Asia despite the blockade undercuts U.S. maritime pressure, gives Tehran a propaganda and revenue win, and shows enforcement gaps along long-range tanker routes beyond Hormuz", "cas": 0, "dmg": 0, "sources": [ { "name": "Hindustan Times liveblog, May 3 09:24 IST", "url": "https://www.hindustantimes.com/world-news/us-iran-war-live-updates-trump-mojtaba-khamenei-araghchi-tehran-ceasefire-proposal-pakistan-hormuz-strait-talks-news-101777773932165.html" }, { "name": "Times of India liveblog, May 3 08:47 IST", "url": "https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/middle-east/us-israel-iran-war-news-live-updates-ceasefire-donald-trump-iran-talks-strait-of-hormuz-blockade-impact-oil-crisis-latest-updates/liveblog/130708687.cms" } ] }, { "tid": "centcom-chief-visits-uss-tripoli-arabian-sea-blockade-may3", "date": "2026-05-03", "time": "morning", "lat": 15, "lng": 64, "side": "us", "title": "CENTCOM chief visits USS Tripoli in Arabian Sea as blockade pressure continues", "tn": "CENTCOM visits USS Tripoli", "detail": "U.S. Central Command commander Admiral Brad Cooper visited sailors and Marines aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Tripoli in the Arabian Sea during a regional trip, recognizing personnel and touring the ship. Reporting linked the visit to the continued U.S. naval blockade around Iran and the Gulf of Oman, as the military presence remained heightened while Tehran's 14-point counter-proposal awaited Washington's response.", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "dl": "STRATEGIC — The CENTCOM command visit signals Washington is maintaining visible naval pressure near Iran even while diplomatic proposals circulate, reinforcing the blockade as leverage rather than pausing it for talks", "cas": 0, "dmg": 0, "sources": [ { "name": "Times of India liveblog, May 3 09:10 IST", "url": "https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/middle-east/us-israel-iran-war-news-live-updates-ceasefire-donald-trump-iran-talks-strait-of-hormuz-blockade-impact-oil-crisis-latest-updates/liveblog/130708687.cms" } ] }, { "tid": "israel-strikes-50-hezbollah-sites-south-lebanon-may3", "date": "2026-05-03", "time": "morning", "lat": 33.3783, "lng": 35.4839, "side": "israel", "title": "Israel says it struck 50 Hezbollah-linked sites across southern Lebanon", "tn": "50 Hezbollah sites struck", "detail": "The Israeli military said it carried out extensive strikes in southern Lebanon, hitting multiple Hezbollah-linked infrastructure sites used to plan and support attacks. The IDF said about 70 military structures and roughly 50 infrastructure sites were dismantled, including command centers, weapons-storage facilities and military buildings, while earlier live reporting said around 50 airstrikes over 24 hours had killed at least 41 people despite the fragile ceasefire.", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "dl": "HEAVY — The Lebanon front is escalating from isolated strikes into a broad infrastructure campaign, threatening to collapse the ceasefire architecture and pull Hezbollah-linked fighting back into the wider Iran-war theater", "cas": 41, "dmg": 6, "sources": [ { "name": "Times of India liveblog, May 3 09:51 / 07:45 IST", "url": "https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/middle-east/us-israel-iran-war-news-live-updates-ceasefire-donald-trump-iran-talks-strait-of-hormuz-blockade-impact-oil-crisis-latest-updates/liveblog/130708687.cms" } ] }, { "tid": "israel-orders-south-lebanon-evacuations-nabatieh-may3", "date": "2026-05-03", "time": "late morning", "lat": 33.3783, "lng": 35.4839, "side": "israel", "title": "Israel orders new evacuations across southern Lebanon after Hezbollah ceasefire claim", "tn": "South Lebanon evacuations", "detail": "The Israeli military issued urgent evacuation warnings for more than 10 towns and villages in southern Lebanon, including areas around Nabatieh beyond the strip Israel occupies, telling residents to move at least 1,000 metres away into open areas. Israel said it was conducting operations against Hezbollah after an alleged ceasefire violation, warning civilians near Hezbollah fighters or facilities that they could be at risk.", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "dl": "STRATEGIC — Fresh evacuation orders beyond Israel's occupied strip indicate the Lebanon front is widening from reported strikes into planned follow-on operations, raising the risk of larger Hezbollah-Israel escalation inside the Iran-war ceasefire framework", "cas": 0, "dmg": 0, "sources": [ { "name": "Hindustan Times liveblog, May 3 10:56 IST", "url": "https://www.hindustantimes.com/world-news/us-iran-war-live-updates-trump-mojtaba-khamenei-araghchi-tehran-ceasefire-proposal-pakistan-hormuz-strait-talks-news-101777773932165.html" }, { "name": "Times of India liveblog, May 3 10:50 / 11:28 IST", "url": "https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/middle-east/us-israel-iran-war-news-live-updates-ceasefire-donald-trump-iran-talks-strait-of-hormuz-blockade-impact-oil-crisis-latest-updates/liveblog/130708687.cms" } ] }, { "tid": "iran-14-point-plan-demands-blockade-lift-sanctions-relief-may3", "date": "2026-05-03", "time": "late morning", "lat": 35.6892, "lng": 51.389, "side": "iran", "title": "Iran's 14-point plan demands blockade lift, sanctions relief and U.S. pullback", "tn": "Iran 14-point demands", "detail": "Iranian media described Tehran's 14-point counter-proposal as seeking a comprehensive settlement rather than a temporary ceasefire. Reported demands included lifting the U.S. naval blockade, withdrawing U.S. forces from areas around Iran, releasing frozen Iranian assets, rolling back sanctions, compensation payments, ending hostilities on all fronts including Lebanon, and creating a new control mechanism for the Strait of Hormuz.", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "dl": "STRATEGIC — The detailed terms show Tehran is using Hormuz and regional-front de-escalation as bargaining chips for broad sanctions and military concessions, making the proposal difficult for Washington to accept without appearing to reward escalation", "cas": 0, "dmg": 0, "sources": [ { "name": "Times of India liveblog, May 3 11:31 / 05:33 IST", "url": "https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/middle-east/us-israel-iran-war-news-live-updates-ceasefire-donald-trump-iran-talks-strait-of-hormuz-blockade-impact-oil-crisis-latest-updates/liveblog/130708687.cms" }, { "name": "Hindustan Times liveblog, May 3 12:05 IST", "url": "https://www.hindustantimes.com/world-news/us-iran-war-live-updates-trump-mojtaba-khamenei-araghchi-tehran-ceasefire-proposal-pakistan-hormuz-strait-talks-news-101777773932165.html" } ] }, { "tid": "kuwait-zero-crude-exports-april-hormuz-war-shock-may3", "date": "2026-05-03", "time": "late morning", "lat": 29.3759, "lng": 47.9774, "side": "economic", "title": "Kuwait records zero crude exports in April for first time since Gulf War", "tn": "Kuwait zero exports", "detail": "TankerTrackers.com reported that Kuwait exported zero barrels of crude oil during April 2026, the first such month since the end of the 1991 Gulf War. The reported halt came as the Iran war, Hormuz disruption and maritime-risk environment continued to squeeze Gulf energy flows.", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "dl": "STRATEGIC — A full-month halt in Kuwaiti crude exports would mark a major regional spillover from the Iran-Hormuz crisis, showing the war is disrupting not just Iranian oil but neighboring Gulf producers' ability to move supply", "cas": 0, "dmg": 0, "sources": [ { "name": "Hindustan Times liveblog, May 3 11:39 IST", "url": "https://www.hindustantimes.com/world-news/us-iran-war-live-updates-trump-mojtaba-khamenei-araghchi-tehran-ceasefire-proposal-pakistan-hormuz-strait-talks-news-101777773932165.html" } ] }, { "tid": "pentagon-claims-blockade-cost-iran-4-8-billion-may3", "date": "2026-05-03", "time": "late morning", "lat": 25.5, "lng": 58.5, "side": "us", "title": "Pentagon estimate says U.S. blockade has cost Iran $4.8 billion in oil revenue", "tn": "Blockade cost $4.8B", "detail": "A U.S. Department of War assessment cited by Axios estimated that the blockade in the Gulf of Oman and surrounding maritime routes had denied Iran nearly $4.8 billion in oil revenue. The estimate was reported as Washington continued enforcement operations targeting sanctioned maritime trade and energy exports near the Strait of Hormuz.", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "dl": "STRATEGIC — The Pentagon estimate gives Washington a public metric for claiming the blockade is working, but it also raises pressure to sustain or tighten maritime enforcement despite Iranian tanker-breakout claims and rising global fuel costs", "cas": 0, "dmg": 0, "sources": [ { "name": "Hindustan Times liveblog citing Axios, May 3 11:54 IST", "url": "https://www.hindustantimes.com/world-news/us-iran-war-live-updates-trump-mojtaba-khamenei-araghchi-tehran-ceasefire-proposal-pakistan-hormuz-strait-talks-news-101777773932165.html" } ] }, { "tid": "trump-pirates-ship-seizure-iran-condemns-maritime-law-may3", "date": "2026-05-03", "time": "noon", "lat": 25.5, "lng": 58.5, "side": "us", "title": "Trump likens U.S. ship seizures to piracy as Iran condemns maritime-law breach", "tn": "Trump piracy remarks", "detail": "President Donald Trump described U.S. maritime interdictions during the Iran blockade as akin to being 'pirates,' saying American forces had boarded ships, taken cargo and oil, and made the operation 'very profitable.' Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei condemned the remarks as a direct admission of unlawful vessel seizures and urged the UN and international community to reject violations of maritime law.", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "dl": "STRATEGIC — Trump's public framing turns the blockade's ship seizures into a legal and propaganda vulnerability, giving Tehran an opening to challenge U.S. maritime enforcement as piracy while Washington tries to portray the operation as pressure on sanctioned trade", "cas": 0, "dmg": 0, "sources": [ { "name": "Times of India liveblog, May 3 11:53 / 05:51 IST", "url": "https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/middle-east/us-israel-iran-war-news-live-updates-ceasefire-donald-trump-iran-talks-strait-of-hormuz-blockade-impact-oil-crisis-latest-updates/liveblog/130708687.cms" } ] }, { "tid": "us-clears-8-6-billion-arms-sales-middle-east-allies-may3", "date": "2026-05-03", "time": "early afternoon", "lat": 38.9072, "lng": -77.0369, "side": "us", "title": "U.S. clears $8.6 billion in arms sales to Israel, Qatar, Kuwait and UAE", "tn": "$8.6B arms sales", "detail": "The U.S. State Department approved approximately $8.6 billion in arms sales to Middle East allies during the Iran-war crisis. Reported packages included $4.01 billion in Patriot air-and-missile-defense replenishment services and equipment for Qatar, a $2.5 billion Integrated Battle Command System for Kuwait, and Advanced Precision Kill Weapon Systems for Israel and the UAE valued at $992 million and $147 million respectively.", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "dl": "STRATEGIC — The arms approvals deepen U.S. military backing for regional partners during the Iran crisis, reinforcing air-defense and precision-strike capacity even as Washington publicly weighs diplomacy with Tehran", "cas": 0, "dmg": 0, "sources": [ { "name": "Times of India liveblog citing Al Jazeera, May 3 12:59 IST", "url": "https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/middle-east/us-israel-iran-war-news-live-updates-ceasefire-donald-trump-iran-talks-strait-of-hormuz-blockade-impact-oil-crisis-latest-updates/liveblog/130708687.cms" } ] }, { "tid": "iran-isfahan-university-strike-site-war-museum-may3", "date": "2026-05-03", "time": "early afternoon", "lat": 32.7249, "lng": 51.5318, "side": "iran", "title": "Iran to preserve bombed Isfahan university site as war museum", "tn": "Isfahan strike museum", "detail": "Iranian authorities said the damaged site at Isfahan University of Technology, hit during March U.S.-Israeli strikes, would be preserved as a war museum documenting what officials called the country's scientific oppression. University head Zafarollah Kalantari said replacement land had been allocated for new buildings and equipment, while initial damage assessments put losses at about $11 million; officials have said more than 30 Iranian universities were hit during the war.", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "dl": "STRATEGIC — Preserving the Isfahan strike site turns wartime damage to Iranian scientific infrastructure into a long-term domestic and diplomatic symbol, reinforcing Tehran's narrative that U.S.-Israeli attacks targeted civilian and academic capacity", "cas": 0, "dmg": 2, "sources": [ { "name": "Times of India liveblog, May 3 12:35 IST", "url": "https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/middle-east/us-israel-iran-war-news-live-updates-ceasefire-donald-trump-iran-talks-strait-of-hormuz-blockade-impact-oil-crisis-latest-updates/liveblog/130708687.cms" }, { "name": "Hindustan Times liveblog, May 3 12:53 IST", "url": "https://www.hindustantimes.com/world-news/us-iran-war-live-updates-trump-mojtaba-khamenei-araghchi-tehran-ceasefire-proposal-pakistan-hormuz-strait-talks-news-101777773932165.html" } ] }, { "tid": "israel-approves-f35-f15ia-squadrons-iran-war-may3", "date": "2026-05-03", "time": "afternoon", "lat": 31.7683, "lng": 35.2137, "side": "israel", "title": "Israel approves new F-35 and F-15IA squadrons during Iran-war buildup", "tn": "Israel fighter buy", "detail": "Israel's defence ministry said final approval had been granted for buying two new combat squadrons of F-35 and F-15IA advanced fighter jets from Lockheed Martin and Boeing. The procurement committee approval was described as the first stage of a 350 billion shekel ($119 billion) force-expansion programme intended to strengthen readiness for a demanding security decade and preserve Israel's regional air superiority.", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "dl": "STRATEGIC — The fighter-jet approval locks in a major post-strike force expansion while the Iran crisis is still unresolved, signalling that Israel expects prolonged regional air-power requirements rather than a quick return to prewar posture", "cas": 0, "dmg": 0, "sources": [ { "name": "Hindustan Times liveblog, May 3 14:17 IST", "url": "https://www.hindustantimes.com/world-news/us-iran-war-live-updates-trump-mojtaba-khamenei-araghchi-tehran-ceasefire-proposal-pakistan-hormuz-strait-talks-news-101777773932165.html" } ] }, { "tid": "india-leather-footwear-input-costs-west-asia-crisis-may3", "date": "2026-05-03", "time": "afternoon", "lat": 28.6139, "lng": 77.209, "side": "economic", "title": "Indian leather and footwear exporters seek duty relief after West Asia cost shock", "tn": "India input-cost shock", "detail": "India's leather and footwear industry asked the government for import-duty exemptions on critical inputs including synthetic leather, machinery, threads, moulds, chemicals and packaging after the West Asia crisis pushed raw-material and input costs up by 40-60%. Exporters also urged faster rollout of the proposed FLOAT scheme and duty-free imports of crust and finished leathers to protect domestic manufacturing margins.", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "dl": "STRATEGIC — The request shows the Iran-war energy and shipping shock spreading into downstream manufacturing supply chains beyond fuel users, adding pressure on governments to cushion exporters from wartime cost inflation", "cas": 0, "dmg": 0, "sources": [ { "name": "Times of India liveblog, May 3 14:41 IST", "url": "https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/middle-east/us-israel-iran-war-news-live-updates-ceasefire-donald-trump-iran-talks-strait-of-hormuz-blockade-impact-oil-crisis-latest-updates/liveblog/130708687.cms" } ] }, { "tid": "iran-executes-protester-security-volunteer-urmia-may3", "date": "2026-05-03", "time": "afternoon", "lat": 37.5527, "lng": 45.0761, "side": "iran", "title": "Iran executes man convicted over killing of security volunteer during protests", "tn": "Urmia protest execution", "detail": "Iran's judiciary said Mehrab Abdollahzadeh was hanged after being convicted of involvement in the killing of a security-forces volunteer during anti-government protests in Urmia. Mizan said Abdollahzadeh and others were arrested at the protest scene and that two co-defendants who were under 18 received prison terms; rights reporting cited by Hindustan Times said Abdollahzadeh had alleged torture and forced confession concerns.", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "dl": "STRATEGIC — The execution underscores Tehran's continued wartime internal-security crackdown, using protest-era death sentences to project control while external pressure and negotiations over the war continue", "cas": 1, "dmg": 0, "sources": [ { "name": "Hindustan Times liveblog, May 3 13:21 / 15:04 IST", "url": "https://www.hindustantimes.com/world-news/us-iran-war-live-updates-trump-mojtaba-khamenei-araghchi-tehran-ceasefire-proposal-pakistan-hormuz-strait-talks-news-101777773932165.html" }, { "name": "Times of India liveblog, May 3 13:53 IST", "url": "https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/middle-east/us-israel-iran-war-news-live-updates-ceasefire-donald-trump-iran-talks-strait-of-hormuz-blockade-impact-oil-crisis-latest-updates/liveblog/130708687.cms" } ] }, { "tid": "irgc-warns-us-impossible-operation-or-bad-deal-may3", "date": "2026-05-03", "time": "late afternoon", "lat": 35.6892, "lng": 51.389, "side": "iran", "title": "IRGC says U.S. faces impossible military operation or bad Iran deal", "tn": "IRGC impossible-or-bad-deal warning", "detail": "Iran's Revolutionary Guards intelligence organisation said President Donald Trump must choose between an 'impossible' military operation and a 'bad deal' with Iran. The statement, carried by state television, referenced a shift in tone from China, Russia and European countries toward Washington and an Iranian deadline linked to the U.S. naval blockade, as Tehran pushed a multi-layered proposal through Pakistan.", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "dl": "STRATEGIC — The IRGC warning hardens Tehran's negotiating posture by portraying renewed U.S. strikes as unworkable while keeping pressure on Washington to accept terms that would unwind the blockade and regional fighting", "cas": 0, "dmg": 0, "sources": [ { "name": "Hindustan Times liveblog, May 3 15:14 / 16:15 IST", "url": "https://www.hindustantimes.com/world-news/us-iran-war-live-updates-trump-mojtaba-khamenei-araghchi-tehran-ceasefire-proposal-pakistan-hormuz-strait-talks-news-101777773932165.html" }, { "name": "Times of India liveblog, May 3 15:31 / 17:26 IST", "url": "https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/middle-east/us-israel-iran-war-news-live-updates-ceasefire-donald-trump-iran-talks-strait-of-hormuz-blockade-impact-oil-crisis-latest-updates/liveblog/130708687.cms" } ] }, { "tid": "hezbollah-vows-thwart-lebanon-israel-talks-may3", "date": "2026-05-03", "time": "late afternoon", "lat": 33.8938, "lng": 35.5018, "side": "iran", "title": "Hezbollah lawmaker vows to thwart Lebanon-Israel talks", "tn": "Hezbollah rejects talks", "detail": "Hezbollah lawmaker Hassan Fadlallah said the group would work to thwart the objectives of direct Lebanon-Israel negotiations and would not implement their outcome. The comments came after U.S.-pressured talks had produced a pause in fighting between Israel and Hezbollah, and while Israeli strikes and evacuation orders continued across southern Lebanon.", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "dl": "STRATEGIC — Hezbollah's rejection threatens the diplomatic track meant to keep the Lebanon front contained, increasing the chance that Israeli operations and militia resistance re-link Lebanon to the wider Iran-war escalation", "cas": 0, "dmg": 0, "sources": [ { "name": "Hindustan Times liveblog, May 3 15:43 IST", "url": "https://www.hindustantimes.com/world-news/us-iran-war-live-updates-trump-mojtaba-khamenei-araghchi-tehran-ceasefire-proposal-pakistan-hormuz-strait-talks-news-101777773932165.html" }, { "name": "Times of India liveblog, May 3 16:14 IST", "url": "https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/middle-east/us-israel-iran-war-news-live-updates-ceasefire-donald-trump-iran-talks-strait-of-hormuz-blockade-impact-oil-crisis-latest-updates/liveblog/130708687.cms" } ] }, { "tid": "israel-tyre-medical-facility-strike-paramedics-wounded-may3", "date": "2026-05-03", "time": "early evening", "lat": 33.2704, "lng": 35.2038, "side": "israel", "title": "Israeli strike near Tyre medical facility wounds four paramedics", "tn": "Tyre paramedics wounded", "detail": "Reporting cited by Hindustan Times said an Israeli attack near a medical facility in southern Lebanon's Tyre district injured five people, including four paramedics. The strike followed a wider Israeli campaign against Hezbollah-linked sites and new evacuation orders across southern Lebanon.", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "dl": "HEAVY — Wounding paramedics near a medical facility increases civilian-protection concerns on the Lebanon front and could further erode the ceasefire framework while Israeli operations expand", "cas": 5, "dmg": 1, "sources": [ { "name": "Hindustan Times liveblog citing Al Jazeera, May 3 17:21 IST", "url": "https://www.hindustantimes.com/world-news/us-iran-war-live-updates-trump-mojtaba-khamenei-araghchi-tehran-ceasefire-proposal-pakistan-hormuz-strait-talks-news-101777773932165.html" } ] }, { "tid": "opec-plus-raises-output-quotas-after-uae-exit-may3", "date": "2026-05-03", "time": "early evening", "lat": 48.2082, "lng": 16.3738, "side": "economic", "title": "Saudi Arabia, Russia and OPEC+ partners raise oil output quotas after UAE exit", "tn": "OPEC+ quota increase", "detail": "Saudi Arabia, Russia and five other OPEC+ members increased oil production quotas in a move reported as policy continuity after the United Arab Emirates' sudden withdrawal from the producer group. The quota decision came as the Iran war, Hormuz disruption and blockade fears continued to push energy-market volatility.", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "dl": "STRATEGIC — Extra OPEC+ quota supply is an attempt to manage wartime oil-price pressure, but the UAE exit and Hormuz constraints mean production-policy stability may not translate into reliable physical exports", "cas": 0, "dmg": 0, "sources": [ { "name": "Hindustan Times liveblog, May 3 16:57 IST", "url": "https://www.hindustantimes.com/world-news/us-iran-war-live-updates-trump-mojtaba-khamenei-araghchi-tehran-ceasefire-proposal-pakistan-hormuz-strait-talks-news-101777773932165.html" }, { "name": "Times of India liveblog, May 3 10:53 IST", "url": "https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/middle-east/us-israel-iran-war-news-live-updates-ceasefire-donald-trump-iran-talks-strait-of-hormuz-blockade-impact-oil-crisis-latest-updates/liveblog/130708687.cms" } ] }, { "tid": "hormuz-traffic-nearly-halts-india-lpg-tanker-clears-may3", "date": "2026-05-03", "time": "evening", "lat": 26.5667, "lng": 56.25, "side": "economic", "title": "Hormuz traffic nearly halts as India-bound LPG tanker clears strait", "tn": "Hormuz traffic stalls", "detail": "Shipping through the Strait of Hormuz nearly halted while Trump weighed Iran's latest peace proposal and hopes faded for a quick easing of competing blockades. Hindustan Times separately reported that the Marshall Islands-flagged LPG tanker MT Sarv Shakti, carrying 46,313 tonnes of LPG with 20 crew including 18 Indians, successfully exited Hormuz on May 2 and was heading for Visakhapatnam, expected May 13.", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "dl": "STRATEGIC — The near-halt in Hormuz traffic shows the energy chokepoint remains functionally constrained despite isolated vessel passages, keeping global fuel pressure high and giving both sides leverage in the 30-day proposal dispute", "cas": 0, "dmg": 0, "sources": [ { "name": "Hindustan Times liveblog, May 3 18:31 / 19:06 IST", "url": "https://www.hindustantimes.com/world-news/us-iran-war-live-updates-trump-mojtaba-khamenei-araghchi-tehran-ceasefire-proposal-pakistan-hormuz-strait-talks-news-101777773932165.html" } ] }, { "tid": "german-fm-urges-iran-reopen-hormuz-drop-nuclear-program-may3", "date": "2026-05-03", "time": "evening", "lat": 52.52, "lng": 13.405, "side": "economic", "title": "German foreign minister urges Iran to reopen Hormuz and renounce nuclear weapons", "tn": "Germany Hormuz call", "detail": "German foreign minister Johann Wadephul said he urged Iranian foreign minister Abbas Araghchi in a phone call to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and completely and verifiably renounce nuclear weapons. Wadephul said Germany backed a negotiated solution and shared the U.S. goal that Iran must abandon nuclear weapons and immediately open the strait.", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "dl": "STRATEGIC — Germany's direct call aligns a major European government with Washington's Hormuz and nuclear demands, adding diplomatic pressure on Tehran while talks over the 14-point proposal remain unresolved", "cas": 0, "dmg": 0, "sources": [ { "name": "Times of India liveblog, May 3 18:55 IST", "url": "https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/middle-east/us-israel-iran-war-news-live-updates-ceasefire-donald-trump-iran-talks-strait-of-hormuz-blockade-impact-oil-crisis-latest-updates/liveblog/130708687.cms" } ] }, { "tid": "bulk-carrier-attacked-small-craft-off-sirik-may3", "date": "2026-05-03", "time": "late night", "lat": 26.5211, "lng": 57.1032, "side": "iran", "title": "Bulk carrier reports attack by multiple small craft off Sirik near Hormuz", "tn": "Sirik small-craft attack", "detail": "The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations center said a northbound bulk carrier near the Strait of Hormuz reported being attacked by multiple small craft off Sirik, Iran. All crew aboard the unidentified ship were reported safe, but the incident marked at least two dozen attacks in and around the strait since the Iran war began and prompted renewed warnings for vessels to transit with caution.", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "dl": "HEAVY — A fresh small-craft attack near Hormuz shows the maritime front remains actively contested even during ceasefire diplomacy, keeping commercial crews at risk and giving Washington a stronger pretext for escort operations", "cas": 0, "dmg": 1, "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu liveblog citing AP / UKMTO, May 3 21:24 IST", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-us-war-trump-ceasefire-news-strait-of-hormuz-live-may-3-2026/article70934287.ece" }, { "name": "DW liveblog, May 3", "url": "https://www.dw.com/en/iran-war-trump-says-us-to-guide-ships-safely-out-of-hormuz/live-77021634" } ] }, { "tid": "iran-reviews-us-response-14-point-plan-no-nuclear-talks-may3", "date": "2026-05-03", "time": "late night", "lat": 35.6892, "lng": 51.389, "side": "iran", "title": "Iran says it is reviewing U.S. response to 14-point proposal but denies nuclear talks", "tn": "Iran reviews U.S. response", "detail": "Iran said it had received Washington's response to Tehran's 14-point proposal through Pakistani mediation and was reviewing it. Foreign ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei said that 'at this stage, we do not have nuclear negotiations,' underscoring that Iran still wants maritime and blockade issues separated from any nuclear concessions.", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "dl": "STRATEGIC — The Pakistan channel remains active, but Iran's denial of nuclear negotiations keeps the core U.S. demand outside the current track and leaves the ceasefire vulnerable to collapse over sequencing", "cas": 0, "dmg": 0, "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu liveblog citing Reuters, May 3 22:59 IST", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-us-war-trump-ceasefire-news-strait-of-hormuz-live-may-3-2026/article70934287.ece" }, { "name": "DW liveblog, May 3", "url": "https://www.dw.com/en/iran-war-trump-says-us-to-guide-ships-safely-out-of-hormuz/live-77021634" } ] }, { "tid": "trump-centcom-project-freedom-hormuz-escort-mission-may4", "date": "2026-05-04", "time": "early morning", "lat": 26.5667, "lng": 56.25, "side": "us", "title": "Trump and CENTCOM announce Project Freedom ship-escort mission through Hormuz", "tn": "Project Freedom escorts", "detail": "President Donald Trump said the United States would begin 'Project Freedom' on Monday morning in West Asia to guide neutral ships and crews safely out of the restricted Strait of Hormuz, calling it a humanitarian gesture while warning interference would be dealt with forcefully. U.S. Central Command said the mission to restore freedom of navigation would support merchant vessels with guided-missile destroyers, more than 100 land- and sea-based aircraft, multi-domain unmanned platforms and 15,000 service members.", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "dl": "STRATEGIC — The escort mission shifts the Hormuz standoff from sanctions and diplomacy toward direct U.S. military movement inside Iran's declared maritime regime, raising the risk that a protection operation becomes the trigger for renewed combat", "cas": 0, "dmg": 0, "sources": [ { "name": "DW liveblog, May 3-4", "url": "https://www.dw.com/en/iran-war-trump-says-us-to-guide-ships-safely-out-of-hormuz/live-77021634" }, { "name": "The Hindu liveblog citing AP, May 4 04:31 IST", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-us-war-trump-ceasefire-news-strait-of-hormuz-live-may-3-2026/article70934287.ece" } ] }, { "tid": "iran-warns-us-hormuz-interference-ceasefire-violation-may4", "date": "2026-05-04", "time": "early morning", "lat": 35.6892, "lng": 51.389, "side": "iran", "title": "Iran warns U.S. Hormuz escort interference would violate ceasefire", "tn": "Iran warns on escorts", "detail": "Ebrahim Azizi, head of Iran parliament's national security commission, warned that any American interference in the new maritime regime for the Strait of Hormuz would be considered a violation of the ceasefire. The warning came immediately after Trump's Project Freedom announcement for U.S.-backed ship movements through the strait.", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "dl": "STRATEGIC — Tehran is pre-labeling the U.S. escort mission as a ceasefire breach, creating a narrow and dangerous trigger condition around any American naval or air movement near commercial traffic in Hormuz", "cas": 0, "dmg": 0, "sources": [ { "name": "DW liveblog, May 4", "url": "https://www.dw.com/en/iran-war-trump-says-us-to-guide-ships-safely-out-of-hormuz/live-77021634" }, { "name": "The Hindu liveblog citing AFP, May 4 04:32 IST", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-us-war-trump-ceasefire-news-strait-of-hormuz-live-may-3-2026/article70934287.ece" } ] }, { "tid": "iran-details-phased-14-point-war-end-plan-may4", "date": "2026-05-04", "time": "06:57 IST", "lat": 35.6892, "lng": 51.389, "side": "iran", "title": "Iran details phased 14-point plan to end hostilities before harder talks", "tn": "Iran phased peace plan", "detail": "Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei described Tehran's 14-point proposal as a two-stage framework: first reaching an agreement to end hostilities with the United States, then spending roughly 30 days negotiating implementation details and harder issues. Baghaei said the timeline was sequencing rather than a deadline and reiterated that Iran's guarantees would come from its own leverage, especially control over the Strait of Hormuz.", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "dl": "STRATEGIC — Tehran is trying to lock in a ceasefire-first structure while preserving Hormuz leverage for the implementation phase, a sequencing approach that clashes with Washington's demand for up-front guarantees and keeps the maritime standoff central to any deal", "cas": 0, "dmg": 0, "sources": [ { "name": "Times Now liveblog, May 4 06:57 IST", "url": "https://www.timesnownews.com/world/middle-east/iran-us-war-live-updates-trump-us-israel-ceasefire-blockade-khamenei-netanyahu-war-strait-of-hormuz-crude-oil-latest-news-liveblog-154215441" } ] }, { "tid": "us-two-merchant-vessels-transit-hormuz-project-freedom-may4", "date": "2026-05-04", "time": "afternoon", "lat": 26.5667, "lng": 56.25, "side": "us", "title": "U.S. says two merchant ships clear Hormuz under Project Freedom", "tn": "Strait of Hormuz convoy route", "detail": "U.S. Central Command said two Navy guided-missile destroyers were operating in the Gulf in support of Project Freedom and that two U.S.-flagged merchant vessels had successfully transited the Strait of Hormuz as a first step. The transit tested Iran's warning that U.S.-guided passage through the strait would violate the ceasefire and came amid continued rival maritime restrictions by Iran in Hormuz and the U.S. around Iranian ports.", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "dl": "STRATEGIC — The first U.S.-backed ship movement turned Project Freedom from a declared plan into an active maritime challenge to Iran's control of the strait, creating a direct contact point between U.S. naval forces and Iranian enforcement threats", "cas": 0, "dmg": 0, "sources": [ { "name": "DW liveblog, May 4 — CENTCOM says two merchant vessels transited Hormuz", "url": "https://www.dw.com/en/iran-war-news-monday-us-ships-strait-of-hormuz/live-77026618" }, { "name": "The Hindu liveblog citing AP, May 5 16:15 IST", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-war-ceasefire-news-strait-of-hormuz-ships-attacks-trump-may-5-2026/article70941232.ece" } ] }, { "tid": "uae-fujairah-oil-zone-iran-missile-drone-attack-may4", "date": "2026-05-04", "time": "evening", "lat": 25.1288, "lng": 56.3265, "side": "iran", "title": "UAE says Iranian missiles and drones hit Fujairah oil zone and tanker traffic", "tn": "Fujairah Petroleum Industries Zone", "detail": "The UAE reported the first Iranian missile and drone attacks on its territory in weeks, saying air defenses intercepted cruise missiles and drones while a fire broke out at the Fujairah Oil Industry Zone after an attack originating from Iran. UAE officials also accused Iran of using drones against the ADNOC-linked Barakah tanker attempting to pass the Strait of Hormuz; India later said three Indian nationals were injured in the Fujairah attack.", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "dl": "HEAVY — Strikes on Fujairah extend the Hormuz standoff onto UAE civilian and energy infrastructure, showing that U.S. moves to reopen shipping can trigger retaliation against Gulf states rather than only at sea", "cas": 0, "dmg": 1, "sources": [ { "name": "DW liveblog, May 4 — UAE reports missile/drone attacks and Fujairah fire", "url": "https://www.dw.com/en/iran-war-news-monday-us-ships-strait-of-hormuz/live-77026618" }, { "name": "The Hindu liveblog, May 5 10:26/12:16 IST", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-war-ceasefire-news-strait-of-hormuz-ships-attacks-trump-may-5-2026/article70941232.ece" } ] }, { "tid": "us-sinks-six-iranian-small-boats-hormuz-clashes-may4", "date": "2026-05-04", "time": "evening", "lat": 26.5667, "lng": 56.25, "side": "us", "title": "U.S. says helicopters destroyed six Iranian boats during Hormuz clashes", "tn": "Strait of Hormuz small-boat clash", "detail": "CENTCOM commander Admiral Brad Cooper said U.S. helicopters destroyed six Iranian small boats that were targeting civilian vessels in the Strait of Hormuz as Project Freedom began. Iran disputed the account through state media, saying U.S. forces struck civilian boats and killed five people, while U.S. officials said Iranian missile and drone attacks were intercepted and that no U.S. Navy ship had been hit.", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "dl": "HEAVY — The boat strikes are the first reported lethal U.S.-Iran naval clash tied directly to Project Freedom, sharply raising escalation risk even while Washington says the broader ceasefire remains in place", "cas": 5, "dmg": 1, "sources": [ { "name": "DW liveblog, May 4-5 — CENTCOM says six Iranian boats destroyed; Iran disputes casualties", "url": "https://www.dw.com/en/iran-war-news-monday-us-ships-strait-of-hormuz/live-77026618" }, { "name": "The Guardian, May 6 — U.S. says six Iranian boats sunk; Iran reports five civilians killed", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/may/06/trump-project-freedom-strait-of-hormuz-ships-iran-ceasefire" } ] }, { "tid": "uae-second-day-iranian-missile-drone-attacks-may5", "date": "2026-05-05", "time": "afternoon", "lat": 25.2048, "lng": 55.2708, "side": "iran", "title": "UAE reports second day of Iranian missile and drone attacks", "tn": "UAE airspace and Gulf infrastructure", "detail": "The UAE Defense Ministry said its air defenses were actively engaging missiles and UAVs coming from Iran for a second straight day, after Monday's Fujairah attack. Iran denied carrying out the week's strikes but its Khatam al-Anbiya joint military command warned the UAE would face a crushing response if it took military action against Iran; the UAE imposed airspace restrictions and emergency security protocols.", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "dl": "HEAVY — Repeated attacks and airspace restrictions make the UAE a live pressure point in the ceasefire, tying Gulf energy infrastructure and civilian aviation directly to the U.S.-Iran contest over Hormuz", "cas": 0, "dmg": 1, "sources": [ { "name": "DW liveblog, May 5 — UAE says air defences engaging Iranian missile and drone attacks", "url": "https://www.dw.com/en/iran-war-us-says-ceasefire-still-holds-despite-clashes/live-77045752" }, { "name": "The Hindu liveblog citing Reuters, May 5 20:01/18:28 IST", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-war-ceasefire-news-strait-of-hormuz-ships-attacks-trump-may-5-2026/article70941232.ece" } ] }, { "tid": "irgc-declared-hormuz-corridor-prior-permit-mechanism-may5", "date": "2026-05-05", "time": "late evening", "lat": 26.5667, "lng": 56.25, "side": "iran", "title": "IRGC warns ships must use Iran-approved Hormuz corridor as permit system begins", "tn": "Iran-approved Hormuz transit corridor", "detail": "Iran's Revolutionary Guards warned that vessels planning to transit the Strait of Hormuz must use the corridor previously announced by Iran and that any diversion would draw a firm response. Iranian state media also reported a new Persian Gulf Strait Authority mechanism requiring shipping companies to obtain prior electronic transit permits and comply with updated rules before entering the waterway.", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "dl": "STRATEGIC — Tehran is formalizing its de facto blockade into a permit-and-corridor regime, making every attempted transit a legal and military test of whether Iran or the U.S. controls the chokepoint", "cas": 0, "dmg": 0, "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu liveblog citing AFP, May 5 23:56 IST", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-war-ceasefire-news-strait-of-hormuz-ships-attacks-trump-may-5-2026/article70941232.ece" }, { "name": "The Hindu liveblog citing ANI/Press TV, May 6 09:30 IST", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-war-west-asia-conflict-ceasefire-talks-strait-of-hormuz-issue-live-updates-may-6-2026/article70945447.ece" } ] }, { "tid": "cargo-ship-cgm-san-antonio-hit-near-dubai-may5", "date": "2026-05-05", "time": "late evening", "lat": 25.2048, "lng": 55.2708, "side": "iran", "title": "Cargo ship CGM San Antonio hit by projectile near Dubai, injuring crew", "tn": "CGM San Antonio near Dubai", "detail": "U.S. officials told CBS News that the French-owned cargo ship CGM San Antonio was struck by a possible land-attack cruise missile late Tuesday local time in the Gulf region, causing several injuries among its Filipino crew. UKMTO separately reported that a cargo vessel had been struck by an unknown projectile, one of several maritime incidents reported since the start of Project Freedom.", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "dl": "HEAVY — A crew-injuring strike on a commercial cargo ship shows the maritime fight is spilling beyond military signaling into direct harm to neutral shipping, increasing insurance, crew-safety and escalation pressure", "cas": 0, "dmg": 1, "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News live updates, May 5 6:40 PM ET", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-trump-strait-of-hormuz-ships-uae-attacked/" }, { "name": "The Guardian, May 6 — cargo vessel reported struck by unknown projectile", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/may/06/trump-project-freedom-strait-of-hormuz-ships-iran-ceasefire" } ] }, { "tid": "us-gulf-un-resolution-hormuz-sanctions-mines-corridor-may5", "date": "2026-05-05", "time": "late evening", "lat": 40.7128, "lng": -74.006, "side": "other", "title": "U.S. and Gulf allies push UN resolution threatening Iran over Hormuz chokehold", "tn": "UN Security Council", "detail": "The United States and Gulf partners circulated a draft UN Security Council resolution threatening Iran with sanctions or other measures if it does not stop attacks on ships, end illegal tolls, disclose all mine placements and enable a UN-backed humanitarian corridor through the Strait of Hormuz. U.S. officials said the narrow Chapter 7 draft was meant to test whether the council could act after earlier efforts were blocked by China and Russia.", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "dl": "STRATEGIC — Washington is trying to turn the Hormuz standoff into an enforceable UN mandate, shifting pressure onto China and Russia while preserving a possible legal path for sanctions or force if Iran refuses to reopen the strait", "cas": 0, "dmg": 0, "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu liveblog citing AP, May 5 23:57 IST", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-war-ceasefire-news-strait-of-hormuz-ships-attacks-trump-may-5-2026/article70941232.ece" }, { "name": "CBS News live updates, May 5 5:49 PM ET", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-trump-strait-of-hormuz-ships-uae-attacked/" } ] }, { "tid": "trump-pauses-project-freedom-iran-deal-progress-may6", "date": "2026-05-06", "time": "early morning", "lat": 38.8977, "lng": -77.0365, "side": "us", "title": "Trump pauses Project Freedom after one day, citing Iran deal progress", "tn": "White House", "detail": "President Donald Trump said the United States and Iran had mutually agreed to pause Project Freedom, the U.S. military effort to move ships through the Strait of Hormuz, for a short period after requests from Pakistan and other countries and what he called great progress toward a complete and final agreement. Trump said the U.S. blockade of Iranian ports would remain in full force, and Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Operation Epic Fury, the offensive campaign against Iran, was over while negotiations continued.", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "dl": "STRATEGIC — Washington is trading an operational pause in the strait for diplomatic space without lifting the blockade, lowering immediate naval risk but leaving Iran's core economic and maritime grievances unresolved", "cas": 0, "dmg": 0, "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu liveblog, May 6 07:00/07:01 IST", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-war-west-asia-conflict-ceasefire-talks-strait-of-hormuz-issue-live-updates-may-6-2026/article70945447.ece" }, { "name": "The Guardian, May 6", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/may/06/trump-project-freedom-strait-of-hormuz-ships-iran-ceasefire" }, { "name": "CBS News live updates, May 5 7:12 PM ET", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-trump-strait-of-hormuz-ships-uae-attacked/" } ] }, { "tid": "araghchi-wang-beijing-comprehensive-agreement-hormuz-may6", "date": "2026-05-06", "time": "morning", "lat": 39.9042, "lng": 116.4074, "side": "other", "title": "Iran and China hold Beijing talks as Wang urges complete ceasefire and Hormuz reopening", "tn": "Beijing diplomatic talks", "detail": "Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi met Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Beijing, the first such trip since the war began. Araghchi said Iran would only accept a fair and comprehensive agreement that protects its legitimate rights and interests, while Wang called for a complete and immediate cessation of fighting and for the United States and Iran to restore normal, safe maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz as soon as possible.", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "dl": "STRATEGIC — Beijing is becoming a key pressure channel because it is both Iran's most important oil customer and a state Washington hopes can push Tehran toward reopening Hormuz without a renewed U.S. offensive", "cas": 0, "dmg": 0, "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu liveblog, May 6 09:11/12:54/14:14 IST", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-war-west-asia-conflict-ceasefire-talks-strait-of-hormuz-issue-live-updates-may-6-2026/article70945447.ece" }, { "name": "CBS News live updates, May 6 2:33/3:33 AM ET", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-trump-strait-of-hormuz-ships-uae-attacked/" } ] }, { "tid": "qeshm-air-defenses-intercept-small-drones-may6", "date": "2026-05-06", "time": "morning", "lat": 26.8119, "lng": 55.8913, "side": "iran", "title": "Iran says air defences intercepted small drones near Qeshm with no damage", "tn": "Qeshm Island air defence intercept", "detail": "Hormozgan provincial authorities said a loud noise on Qeshm island was caused by air defences intercepting small drones and reconnaissance drones, with no impact, explosion or damage reported. The interception came after repeated drone alerts over Iranian territory during the ceasefire and near the contested Strait of Hormuz transit zone.", "dc": "dmg-light", "dl": "LIGHT — The Qeshm interception caused no reported damage, but it shows the drone-and-air-defence cycle remains active around the strait even as diplomats try to freeze Project Freedom and preserve the ceasefire", "cas": 0, "dmg": 0, "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu liveblog citing Reuters/SNN, May 6 10:35 IST", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-war-west-asia-conflict-ceasefire-talks-strait-of-hormuz-issue-live-updates-may-6-2026/article70945447.ece" } ] }, { "tid": "us-fa18-disables-iranian-tanker-hasna-gulf-oman-may6", "date": "2026-05-06", "time": "morning", "lat": 24.7, "lng": 58.3, "side": "us", "title": "U.S. F/A-18 disables Iranian tanker M/T Hasna enforcing Gulf of Oman blockade", "tn": "M/T Hasna disabled in Gulf of Oman", "detail": "U.S. Central Command said U.S. forces disabled the Iranian-flagged unladen oil tanker M/T Hasna in the Gulf of Oman after the vessel attempted to sail toward an Iranian port and ignored repeated warnings under the U.S. blockade. CENTCOM said an F/A-18 Super Hornet from USS Abraham Lincoln fired 20mm cannon rounds into the ship's rudder, stopping the tanker without reporting casualties.", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "dl": "HEAVY — A direct U.S. weapons engagement against an Iranian-flagged tanker keeps the naval blockade active despite the Project Freedom pause and raises the risk that enforcement actions become a new flashpoint", "cas": 0, "dmg": 1, "sources": [ { "name": "U.S. Central Command press release, May 6", "url": "https://www.centcom.mil/MEDIA/PRESS-RELEASES/Press-Release-View/Article/4479004/us-forces-disable-vessel-in-gulf-of-oman-attempting-to-violate-blockade/" }, { "name": "CBS News live updates, May 6 1:23 PM ET", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-trump-progress-peace-deal-strait-of-hormuz/" } ] }, { "tid": "hezbollah-drones-injure-israeli-soldiers-south-lebanon-may6", "date": "2026-05-06", "time": "daytime", "lat": 33.15, "lng": 35.45, "side": "hezbollah", "title": "Hezbollah drone and rocket attacks injure seven Israeli soldiers in southern Lebanon", "tn": "Southern Lebanon drone attacks", "detail": "The IDF said Hezbollah launched several explosive drones and rockets at Israeli troops in southern Lebanon during the day, injuring seven soldiers, including two who were severely or seriously wounded. Hezbollah continued attacking troops and northern communities even as the Lebanon ceasefire was nominally still in place.", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "dl": "MODERATE — Multiple Israeli soldiers wounded by Hezbollah drones show the Lebanon front remains active and capable of producing escalation even while the main U.S.-Iran track is in negotiations", "cas": 7, "dmg": 1, "sources": [ { "name": "Times of Israel, May 7", "url": "https://www.timesofisrael.com/two-soldiers-hurt-in-hezbollah-drone-attack-in-south-lebanon-idf-hits-terror-sites/" }, { "name": "CBS News live updates, May 6 11:44 AM ET", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-trump-progress-peace-deal-strait-of-hormuz/" } ] }, { "tid": "israel-kills-radwan-commander-beirut-strike-may6", "date": "2026-05-06", "time": "evening", "lat": 33.8688, "lng": 35.5104, "side": "israel", "title": "Israel kills Hezbollah Radwan Force commander in first Beirut strike in nearly a month", "tn": "Beirut southern suburbs Radwan strike", "detail": "Israel struck Beirut's southern suburbs and later said it killed Ahmed Ghaleb Balout, also identified by a source close to Hezbollah as Malek Balout, a commander in Hezbollah's elite Radwan Force. The strike was Israel's first in Beirut in nearly a month, and came alongside wider Israeli strikes on Hezbollah sites in southern and eastern Lebanon that Lebanese authorities said killed additional people.", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "dl": "HEAVY — Killing a senior Radwan commander in Beirut breaks a month-long lull in strikes on the capital and signals that Israel is willing to escalate against Iran's most important proxy while ceasefire diplomacy is fragile", "cas": 1, "dmg": 1, "sources": [ { "name": "Times of Israel, May 7", "url": "https://www.timesofisrael.com/two-soldiers-hurt-in-hezbollah-drone-attack-in-south-lebanon-idf-hits-terror-sites/" }, { "name": "CBS News live updates, May 7 3:04 AM ET", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-trump-progress-peace-deal-strait-of-hormuz/" } ] }, { "tid": "us-iran-one-page-mou-hormuz-blockade-thirty-day-framework-may6", "date": "2026-05-06", "time": "evening", "lat": 38.8977, "lng": -77.0365, "side": "diplomacy", "title": "U.S. and Iran trade drafts of one-page MoU to ease Hormuz standoff over 30 days", "tn": "U.S.-Iran Hormuz MoU framework", "detail": "Officials told ABC News that U.S. and Iranian negotiators were exchanging drafts of a one-page memorandum of understanding meant to break the Strait of Hormuz standoff. The proposal would have Iran ease its grip on the strait while the United States gradually lifts the naval blockade of Iranian ports over 30 days, with unresolved issues including Iran's demand to charge tolls and broader nuclear terms left for follow-on talks.", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "dl": "STRATEGIC — A written Hormuz-for-blockade framework gives the pause a concrete diplomatic path, but the unresolved toll, inspection and nuclear issues mean the war could restart quickly if either side rejects the drafts", "cas": 0, "dmg": 0, "sources": [ { "name": "ABC News live updates, May 6 6:02 PM ET", "url": "https://abcnews.com/International/live-updates/iran-live-updates-ukmto-reports-attacks-2-ships/?id=132626582" }, { "name": "CBS News live updates, May 6 3:15 PM ET", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-trump-progress-peace-deal-strait-of-hormuz/" } ] }, { "tid": "iran-denies-hmm-namu-attack-south-korean-ship-hormuz-may7", "date": "2026-05-07", "time": "early morning", "lat": 25.3, "lng": 56.4, "side": "iran", "title": "Iran denies attacking South Korean ship HMM Namu as Trump warns bombing could resume", "tn": "HMM Namu Hormuz denial", "detail": "Iran's embassy in Seoul categorically denied that Iranian forces attacked the Panama-flagged South Korean cargo ship HMM Namu, which caught fire after a blast while transiting the Strait of Hormuz with 24 crew aboard. The denial followed Trump's claim that Iran had taken shots at the vessel and his push for South Korea to join maritime operations, though Seoul said the Project Freedom pause made that review unnecessary.", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "dl": "STRATEGIC — The HMM Namu dispute keeps attribution and coalition-building pressure alive around commercial shipping even as Tehran and Washington test a diplomatic off-ramp", "cas": 0, "dmg": 1, "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News live updates, May 7 2:03 AM ET", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-trump-progress-peace-deal-strait-of-hormuz/" }, { "name": "Anadolu Agency, May 7", "url": "https://www.aa.com.tr/en/us-israel-iran-war/iran-denies-involvement-in-attack-on-south-korean-vessel-in-strait-of-hormuz/3929696" } ] }, { "tid": "israel-south-lebanon-strikes-kill-twelve-health-workers-may7", "date": "2026-05-07", "time": "daytime", "lat": 33.25, "lng": 35.42, "side": "israel", "title": "Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon kill 12, including children and a paramedic", "tn": "Southern Lebanon strikes kill 12", "detail": "Lebanon’s Health Ministry said a series of Israeli airstrikes in southern Lebanon killed at least 12 people, including two children and a paramedic, a day after Israel killed a Hezbollah Radwan commander in Beirut. Lebanon’s civil defense later said another rescuer was killed in an Israeli strike on a road between southern towns despite the truce.", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "dl": "HEAVY — Double-digit casualties and repeated rescuer deaths show the Lebanon front is continuing to escalate in parallel with the U.S.-Iran Hormuz crisis, straining ceasefire diplomacy on a second front", "cas": 12, "dmg": 1, "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu live updates, May 8 7:11 and 12:09 IST", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-war-us-ceasefire-talks-strait-of-hormuz-issue-live-updates-may-8-2026/article70953662.ece" }, { "name": "CBS News live updates, May 8 3:51 AM ET", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/trump-iran-war-peace-deal-strait-of-hormuz/" } ] }, { "tid": "imo-says-1500-ships-trapped-persian-gulf-blockade-may7", "date": "2026-05-07", "time": "daytime", "lat": 26.6, "lng": 52.5, "side": "economic", "title": "IMO says about 1,500 ships and 20,000 crew are trapped by the Hormuz blockade", "tn": "1,500 ships trapped in Gulf", "detail": "International Maritime Organization Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez said around 1,500 ships and 20,000 crew members were trapped in the Persian Gulf by the Iranian blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. Oil prices reversed higher after the latest U.S.-Iran clash, while shipping companies warned the war-driven detours and fuel bills would be passed on to customers.", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "dl": "STRATEGIC — The trapped-fleet estimate quantifies the blockade’s global trade impact and adds pressure for either a negotiated reopening or a larger U.S.-led maritime operation", "cas": 0, "dmg": 0, "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News live updates, May 7 12:53 PM ET", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/trump-iran-war-peace-deal-strait-of-hormuz/" }, { "name": "The Hindu live updates, May 8 7:12 IST", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-war-us-ceasefire-talks-strait-of-hormuz-issue-live-updates-may-8-2026/article70953662.ece" }, { "name": "Gulf News live updates, May 8 08:09 GST", "url": "https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-iran-conflict-explosions-near-qeshm-island-and-bandar-abbas-and-drone-strikes-escalate-strait-of-hormuz-crisis-1.500533204" } ] }, { "tid": "us-strikes-bandar-abbas-qeshm-after-destroyer-attack-may7", "date": "2026-05-07", "time": "evening", "lat": 26.75, "lng": 56.15, "side": "us", "title": "U.S. strikes Bandar Abbas and Qeshm after Iranian attack on three destroyers in Hormuz", "tn": "U.S. strikes Bandar Abbas and Qeshm", "detail": "U.S. Central Command said American forces launched self-defense strikes on Iranian targets after the destroyers USS Truxtun, USS Mason and USS Rafael Peralta came under missile, drone and small-boat attack while transiting the Strait of Hormuz. U.S. officials said the strikes hit Iranian facilities including drone and missile launch sites around Bandar Abbas and Qeshm, and that none of the U.S. ships was struck.", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "dl": "HEAVY — Direct U.S. strikes on Iranian port-area military targets after a multi-hour attack on three destroyers are the sharpest breach of the April ceasefire and could restart open U.S.-Iran combat if diplomacy fails", "cas": 0, "dmg": 1, "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News live updates, May 7 5:53–6:07 PM ET", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/trump-iran-war-peace-deal-strait-of-hormuz/" }, { "name": "Associated Press via CityNews Halifax, May 8", "url": "https://halifax.citynews.ca/2026/05/08/uae-reports-drone-and-missile-attack-as-iran-war-ceasefire-is-challenged/" }, { "name": "The Hindu live updates, May 8", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-war-us-ceasefire-talks-strait-of-hormuz-issue-live-updates-may-8-2026/article70953662.ece" } ] }, { "tid": "uae-air-defenses-intercept-iranian-missiles-drones-may8", "date": "2026-05-08", "time": "early morning", "lat": 25.1288, "lng": 56.3265, "side": "iran", "title": "UAE says air defenses intercept Iranian missiles and drones, debris wounds three", "tn": "UAE intercepts Iranian missiles; 3 wounded", "detail": "The UAE Defense Ministry said its air defenses engaged two ballistic missiles and three drones launched by Iran, with falling debris moderately wounding three people. Officials said the latest attack brought UAE wartime interceptions to 551 ballistic missiles, 29 cruise missiles and 2,263 drones, with 230 people wounded and 13 killed since the war began.", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "dl": "HEAVY — Iranian missile and drone fire continues to hit a close U.S. Gulf ally despite the nominal ceasefire, and confirmed injuries from interception debris raise the pressure for retaliation or expanded air defense operations", "cas": 3, "dmg": 0, "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News live updates, May 8 10:39 AM ET", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-trump-us-attacks-qeshm-island-ceasefire/" }, { "name": "Los Angeles Times/AP, May 8", "url": "https://www.latimes.com/world-nation/story/2026-05-08/u-s-fires-on-disables-2-more-iranian-tankers-as-tensions-rise-in-strait-of-hormuz" }, { "name": "The Hindu live updates, May 8", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-war-us-ceasefire-talks-strait-of-hormuz-issue-live-updates-may-8-2026/article70953662.ece" } ] }, { "tid": "iran-persian-gulf-strait-authority-tolls-hormuz-may8", "date": "2026-05-08", "time": "morning", "lat": 26.55, "lng": 56.25, "side": "iran", "title": "Iran formalizes Persian Gulf Strait Authority to vet and tax Hormuz passage", "tn": "Iran Hormuz transit authority", "detail": "Lloyd’s List Intelligence reported that Iran created a Persian Gulf Strait Authority positioning itself as the only valid body to approve ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz and collect tolls, after emailing an application form for vessels seeking passage. The UAE rejected transit fees, while the U.S. and Gulf allies pushed a U.N. Security Council resolution backing freedom of navigation and threatening sanctions.", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "dl": "STRATEGIC — Turning Iran’s wartime permit system into a named authority hardens the Hormuz blockade into an institutional challenge to free navigation and complicates any negotiated reopening of the strait", "cas": 0, "dmg": 0, "sources": [ { "name": "Associated Press via CityNews Halifax, May 8", "url": "https://halifax.citynews.ca/2026/05/08/uae-reports-drone-and-missile-attack-as-iran-war-ceasefire-is-challenged/" }, { "name": "Gulf News live updates, May 8 12:51 GST", "url": "https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-iran-conflict-explosions-near-qeshm-island-and-bandar-abbas-and-drone-strikes-escalate-strait-of-hormuz-crisis-1.500533204" }, { "name": "CBS News live updates, May 8", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/trump-iran-war-peace-deal-strait-of-hormuz/" } ] }, { "tid": "iran-says-us-strike-minab-cargo-vessel-sailors-wounded-missing-may8", "date": "2026-05-08", "time": "morning", "lat": 27.1467, "lng": 57.0801, "side": "us", "title": "Iran says U.S. attack hit commercial vessel near Hormuz, killing one and wounding sailors", "tn": "Iran reports commercial-ship casualties near Hormuz", "detail": "Iranian media and officials said a U.S. Navy attack on an Iranian commercial/cargo vessel near the Strait of Hormuz caused the ship to catch fire, killing one crew member, wounding 10 and leaving four others missing; earlier local reports described the vessel as near Minab. Tehran cited the incident as another U.S. breach of the April ceasefire as sporadic clashes continued around the strait.", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "dl": "HEAVY — Reported Iranian maritime casualties from the latest U.S. actions turn the blockade clash into a human-loss incident and make reciprocal attacks more likely if the ceasefire framework keeps eroding", "cas": 15, "dmg": 1, "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News live updates, May 8 9:37 and 10:06 AM ET", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-trump-us-attacks-qeshm-island-ceasefire/" }, { "name": "The Hindu/Reuters, May 9", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/tehran-could-withstand-blockade-for-four-months-cia-report-shows-as-fighting-flares/article70958182.ece" }, { "name": "Los Angeles Times/AP, May 8", "url": "https://www.latimes.com/world-nation/story/2026-05-08/u-s-fires-on-disables-2-more-iranian-tankers-as-tensions-rise-in-strait-of-hormuz" } ] }, { "tid": "us-disables-iranian-tankers-sea-star-sevda-blockade-may8", "date": "2026-05-08", "time": "late morning", "lat": 25.8, "lng": 57.2, "side": "us", "title": "U.S. F/A-18 disables Iranian tankers Sea Star III and Sevda enforcing blockade", "tn": "U.S. disables two Iranian tankers", "detail": "U.S. Central Command said a Navy F/A-18 Super Hornet fired precision munitions into the smokestacks of the Iranian-flagged unladen tankers M/T Sea Star III and M/T Sevda, disabling them before they could enter an Iranian port in violation of the U.S. blockade. CENTCOM said it had intercepted more than 50 vessels, with a later update saying 57 had been redirected and four disabled.", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "dl": "MODERATE — The tanker disablements show the U.S. blockade is being enforced with live fire against Iranian-flagged shipping even while Washington says the ceasefire still holds", "cas": 0, "dmg": 2, "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News live updates, May 8 11:32 AM and 1:57 PM ET", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-trump-us-attacks-qeshm-island-ceasefire/" }, { "name": "U.S. Central Command release, May 8", "url": "https://www.centcom.mil/MEDIA/PRESS-RELEASES/Press-Release-View/Article/4480820/us-disables-2-more-vessels-violating-blockade-in-gulf-of-oman/" }, { "name": "Navy Times, May 8", "url": "https://www.navytimes.com/news/your-navy/2026/05/08/us-forces-disable-iranian-flagged-tankers-trying-to-cross-blockade/" }, { "name": "Los Angeles Times/AP, May 8", "url": "https://www.latimes.com/world-nation/story/2026-05-08/u-s-fires-on-disables-2-more-iranian-tankers-as-tensions-rise-in-strait-of-hormuz" } ] }, { "tid": "indian-dhow-fire-hormuz-one-dead-four-injured-may8", "date": "2026-05-08", "time": "daytime", "lat": 26.4, "lng": 56.4, "side": "other", "title": "Indian sailor killed and four injured after dhow catches fire near Strait of Hormuz", "tn": "Dhow fire near Hormuz kills sailor", "detail": "Indian government sources said a wooden dhow carrying general cargo with 18 Indian crew caught fire and capsized near the Strait of Hormuz on May 8. One sailor died, four suffered burn injuries and the remaining crew were rescued by a passing vessel; officials said the cause of the blaze was still being determined amid the wider U.S.-Iran clashes in the waterway.", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "dl": "MODERATE — Even with the cause unresolved, a fatal civilian dhow fire near Hormuz highlights the rising danger to small commercial traffic as the blockade and counter-blockade turn the strait into an active conflict zone", "cas": 5, "dmg": 1, "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu, May 9", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/indian-sailor-killed-in-dhow-fire-near-strait-of-hormuz/article70958354.ece" } ] }, { "tid": "hezbollah-missiles-drones-northern-israel-lebanon-strikes-kill-eleven-may8", "date": "2026-05-08", "time": "afternoon", "lat": 33.2698, "lng": 35.1933, "side": "hezbollah", "title": "Hezbollah fires missiles and drones at northern Israel as Israeli strikes kill 11 in Lebanon", "tn": "Hezbollah fires; Lebanon strikes kill 11", "detail": "Hezbollah said it launched missiles at a military base south of Nahariya and later sent a drone swarm at another northern Israeli base in response to Israeli strikes on Beirut’s southern suburbs and southern Lebanon. Israel reported no casualties from the launches, while Lebanese authorities said Israeli strikes in the south killed 10 people, including two children and three women, and Lebanon’s civil defense said one rescuer was killed.", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "dl": "HEAVY — The exchange shows the Lebanon front is still producing daily lethal strikes despite Washington talks planned for May 14–15, keeping another Iran-linked front active during the Hormuz crisis", "cas": 11, "dmg": 1, "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu/AFP, May 9 live update and report", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/us-fire-on-iran-tankers-sparks-reprisals-as-deal-hangs-in-balance/article70957189.ece" }, { "name": "CBS News live updates, May 8 1:04 and 2:16 PM ET", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-trump-us-attacks-qeshm-island-ceasefire/" }, { "name": "Los Angeles Times/AP, May 8", "url": "https://www.latimes.com/world-nation/story/2026-05-08/u-s-fires-on-disables-2-more-iranian-tankers-as-tensions-rise-in-strait-of-hormuz" } ] }, { "tid": "kharg-island-oil-slick-80000-barrels-persian-gulf-may8", "date": "2026-05-08", "time": "afternoon", "lat": 29.2383, "lng": 50.3147, "side": "economic", "title": "Satellite images show major oil slick leaking from Iran’s Kharg Island terminal", "tn": "Kharg Island oil slick detected", "detail": "Satellite imagery reviewed by the Associated Press showed an oil slick of about 27 square miles emanating from the western side of Kharg Island, Iran’s main crude export terminal. Windward AI estimated roughly 80,000 barrels had spilled since the slick was first detected Tuesday, with the cause unclear and cleanup unlikely because the Persian Gulf waters are an active war zone.", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "dl": "STRATEGIC — A large spill from Iran’s primary export terminal adds environmental and market risk to the naval standoff and could affect Gulf states even if the cause proves accidental rather than a strike", "cas": 0, "dmg": 1, "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News live updates, May 8 4:16 PM ET", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-trump-us-attacks-qeshm-island-ceasefire/" }, { "name": "Los Angeles Times/AP, May 8", "url": "https://www.latimes.com/world-nation/story/2026-05-08/u-s-fires-on-disables-2-more-iranian-tankers-as-tensions-rise-in-strait-of-hormuz" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/suspected-oil-spill-seen-satellite-images-near-irans-kharg-island-export-hub-2026-05-08/", "source": "Copernicus Sentinel-1/2/3 via Reuters", "captureDate": "2026-05-06", "description": "Sentinel imagery from May 6-8 shows a grey-white suspected oil slick west of Kharg Island covering roughly 45 sq km / 27 sq mi" } ] }, { "tid": "us-treasury-sanctions-iran-drone-missile-procurement-network-may8", "date": "2026-05-08", "time": "evening", "lat": 38.8977, "lng": -77.0365, "side": "us", "title": "U.S. sanctions Iran drone and missile procurement network under Economic Fury campaign", "tn": "U.S. sanctions Iran weapons network", "detail": "The U.S. Treasury imposed sanctions on 10 individuals and companies in China, Dubai, Hong Kong, Belarus and Iran accused of helping Iran procure weapons, UAV components and ballistic-missile materials, while the State Department designated four more entities. Treasury said the action targeted suppliers for Iran’s Shahed-series drone and ballistic missile programs as U.S.-Iran fighting continued around Hormuz.", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "dl": "STRATEGIC — Washington is pairing live-fire blockade enforcement with sanctions aimed at Iran’s drone and missile replenishment chain, signaling that maximum-pressure tools will continue even during ceasefire talks", "cas": 0, "dmg": 0, "sources": [ { "name": "U.S. Treasury Department press release SB0496, May 8", "url": "https://home.treasury.gov/news/press-releases/sb0496" }, { "name": "CBS News live updates, May 8 8:30 PM ET", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-trump-us-attacks-qeshm-island-ceasefire/" } ] }, { "tid": "israel-evacuation-warning-nine-south-lebanon-villages-may9", "date": "2026-05-09", "time": "morning", "lat": 33.25, "lng": 35.42, "side": "israel", "title": "Israel orders evacuations from nine south Lebanon villages ahead of Hezbollah strikes", "tn": "Israel warns nine south Lebanon villages", "detail": "The Israeli military told residents of nine southern Lebanese villages to leave immediately and move at least 1,000 meters away, saying Hezbollah’s ceasefire violations required forceful action. The warning came after the May 8 Hezbollah missile and drone launches and another day of deadly Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon.", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "dl": "STRATEGIC — A multi-village evacuation warning signals that Israel may expand operations on the Lebanon front even as U.S.-Iran diplomacy focuses on Hormuz, increasing the risk of a wider parallel escalation", "cas": 0, "dmg": 0, "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu live updates, May 9 12:03 IST", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-war-us-ceasefire-talks-strait-of-hormuz-issue-live-updates-may-9-2026/article70958008.ece" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-09", "time": "daytime", "side": "israel", "title": "Israeli drone and airstrikes near Beirut and in south Lebanon kill 17 as Hezbollah drones wound Israeli soldiers", "detail": "Three Israeli drone strikes on vehicles south of Beirut killed four people, while a wave of Israeli airstrikes across southern Lebanon killed at least 13 more, including a man and his 12-year-old daughter in Nabatiyeh and at least seven people in Saksakiyeh. The Israeli military said Hezbollah also fired explosive drones near the border, wounding three Israeli soldiers, one seriously, and Hezbollah claimed attacks on Israeli positions including Misgav Am.", "lat": 33.72, "lng": 35.45, "tid": "israel-saadiyat-south-lebanon-strikes-hezbollah-drones-may9", "tn": "Saadiyat and south Lebanon strikes", "dmg": 1, "cas": 20, "dl": "HEAVY — A 17-dead Israeli strike wave and new Hezbollah drone casualties show the Lebanon front is escalating after Israel's evacuation warning, keeping Iran's proxy war active while Hormuz talks stall", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "Associated Press via KSAT, May 9 — Israeli drone strikes near Beirut kill 4; southern airstrikes kill at least 13", "url": "https://www.ksat.com/news/world/2026/05/09/israeli-drone-strikes-near-beirut-kill-4-and-southern-airstrikes-kill-at-least-13/" }, { "name": "The Hindu, May 9 — Israeli strikes near Beirut and in south Lebanon", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/israeli-strikes-beirut-lebanon-death-toll-updates/article70960090.ece" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-09", "time": "evening", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "Iran allows Qatari LNG tanker Al Kharaitiyat toward Hormuz in confidence-building transit", "detail": "LSEG shipping data showed the Qatari LNG tanker Al Kharaitiyat sailing from Ras Laffan toward the Strait of Hormuz en route to Pakistan. Reuters reported that Iran had approved the passage as a confidence-building measure with Qatar and Pakistan, both mediators in the war; if completed, it would be the first Qatari LNG transit through Hormuz since the U.S.-Israel campaign began on February 28.", "lat": 26.5667, "lng": 56.25, "tid": "qatari-lng-al-kharaitiyat-hormuz-confidence-transit-may9", "tn": "Al Kharaitiyat Hormuz transit", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — A single approved Qatari LNG passage creates the first practical test of whether Iran's blockade can be loosened through mediator-backed exceptions rather than renewed U.S. naval force", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters, May 10 — US, Iran no closer to ending war as Qatari tanker sails toward Strait of Hormuz", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/china/us-iran-no-closer-ending-war-gulf-clashes-flare-2026-05-09/" }, { "name": "Reuters via Internazionale, May 9 — Qatari LNG tanker sailing towards Hormuz Strait, shipping data shows", "url": "https://www.internazionale.it/ultime-notizie-reuters/2026/05/09/qatari-lng-tanker-sailing-towards-hormuz-strait-shipping-data-shows" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-10", "time": "early morning", "side": "other", "title": "Bulk carrier hit by unknown projectile northeast of Doha, sparking small fire", "detail": "UK Maritime Trade Operations said a bulk carrier reported being struck by an unknown projectile while sailing about 23 nautical miles northeast of Doha. The crew extinguished a small fire, reported no casualties and no environmental impact, while authorities investigated the source of the projectile amid continuing U.S.-Iran clashes and shipping restrictions around the Gulf.", "lat": 25.6, "lng": 51.9, "tid": "bulk-carrier-hit-projectile-northeast-doha-may10", "tn": "Bulk carrier hit northeast of Doha", "dmg": 1, "cas": 0, "dl": "MODERATE — Another projectile strike on commercial shipping, this time off Qatar, shows the maritime danger zone is spreading beyond the narrow Hormuz channel even when no casualties are reported", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters, May 10 — UKMTO says bulk carrier hit by unknown projectile near Qatar", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/ukmto-says-bulk-carrier-hit-by-unknown-projectile-near-qatar-2026-05-10/" }, { "name": "ABC News live updates, May 10 — UKMTO reports bulk carrier struck 23 nautical miles northeast of Doha", "url": "https://abcnews.com/International/live-updates/iran-live-updates-ukmto-reports-attacks-2-ships/?id=132626582" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-10", "time": "morning", "side": "iran", "title": "Iran warns sanctions-compliant vessels will face difficulties crossing Hormuz", "detail": "Iranian Army spokesperson Mohammad Akraminia said vessels from states that comply with U.S. sanctions against Iran would face difficulties crossing the Strait of Hormuz, according to Tasnim. Reuters also reported that Iranian lawmakers were drafting legislation to formalize Iran's management of the strait, including possible clauses forbidding passage to ships from hostile states.", "lat": 26.5667, "lng": 56.25, "tid": "iran-sanctions-vessels-hormuz-hardship-hostile-states-may10", "tn": "Iran Hormuz sanctions warning", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — Tehran is tying Hormuz access directly to compliance with U.S. sanctions, hardening the blockade from ad hoc enforcement into a discriminatory passage regime that could affect allied and neutral shipping alike", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters, May 10 — Vessels following U.S. sanctions will face difficulties crossing Hormuz, Iran says", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/china/us-iran-no-closer-ending-war-gulf-clashes-flare-2026-05-09/" }, { "name": "Times of Israel liveblog, May 10 — Iranian army says sanctions-compliant states will face hardship in Hormuz", "url": "https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog_entry/states-complying-with-us-sanctions-will-face-hardship-in-strait-of-hormuz-iranian-army-says/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-10", "time": "afternoon", "side": "iran", "title": "UAE and Kuwait report drone attacks as Gulf ceasefire frays", "detail": "The UAE Defense Ministry said its air defenses engaged two UAVs launched from Iran, while Kuwait's army said it detected and dealt with several hostile drones in Kuwaiti airspace at dawn. The reports came the same day a drone hit a cargo vessel approaching Qatar from Abu Dhabi, with no casualties reported across the Gulf incidents.", "lat": 26.5, "lng": 51, "tid": "uae-kuwait-drone-incursions-gulf-ceasefire-frays-may10", "tn": "UAE and Kuwait drone alerts", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — Simultaneous drone alerts in multiple Gulf states show the April ceasefire is being eroded by low-level attacks beyond Hormuz, increasing pressure on Gulf governments to harden air defenses and back a maritime-security response", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Al Jazeera, May 10 — US-Iran ceasefire under strain as Gulf states report drone attacks", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/5/10/us-iran-ceasefire-under-strain-as-gulf-states-report-drone-attacks" }, { "name": "Reuters, May 10 — Kuwait's army says it has intercepted hostile drones over airspace", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/kuwaits-army-says-hostile-drones-detected-airspace-2026-05-10/" }, { "name": "Times of Israel, May 10 — UAE, Kuwait and Qatar all report drone attacks as Iran ramps up threats", "url": "https://www.timesofisrael.com/uae-kuwait-and-qatar-all-report-drone-attacks-as-iran-ramps-up-its-threats/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-10", "time": "evening", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "Trump rejects Iran counterproposal as 'totally unacceptable' after Tehran demands war's end and Hormuz sovereignty", "detail": "Iran delivered its response to the latest U.S. peace proposal through Pakistani mediators, calling for an end to the war on all fronts, an end to the U.S. naval blockade, guarantees against further attacks, sanctions relief, compensation and recognition of Iranian sovereignty over the Strait of Hormuz. President Donald Trump rejected the offer within hours as 'TOTALLY UNACCEPTABLE,' leaving the 10-week war deadlocked and oil prices rising.", "lat": 38.8977, "lng": -77.0365, "tid": "trump-rejects-iran-counterproposal-hormuz-sovereignty-may10", "tn": "Trump rejects Iran counterproposal", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — The collapse of the latest proposal removes the clearest near-term diplomatic off-ramp, keeps Hormuz largely paralysed, and raises the chance that both sides return to military pressure to improve bargaining leverage", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters, May 11 — Trump dismisses Iran's reply to peace plan, oil jumps as Hormuz closure persists", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/china/trump-rejects-irans-response-us-peace-proposal-unacceptable-2026-05-11/" }, { "name": "AP, May 10 — Iran seeks war's permanent end in response to US ceasefire proposal but Trump rejects it", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/iran-us-war-attack-may-10-2026-f8812db41837336d816efaea7bc1c44a" }, { "name": "The Hindu live updates, May 11 — Iran says demanded end to war, release of assets in its response to U.S.", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-war-us-ceasefire-talks-strait-of-hormuz-issue-live-updates-may-11-2026/article70964212.ece" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-11", "time": "morning", "side": "israel", "title": "Netanyahu says Iran war is not over until enriched uranium is removed", "detail": "Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told CBS News that the war with Iran is 'not over' because enriched uranium remains inside Iran and enrichment sites still need to be dismantled. He said diplomacy would be the best way to remove the material but did not rule out force, while also warning that Iran's proxies and ballistic missiles remain unresolved.", "lat": 31.7683, "lng": 35.2137, "tid": "netanyahu-war-not-over-enriched-uranium-removal-may11", "tn": "Netanyahu: Iran war not over", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — Israel is publicly preserving the option of renewed operations even if U.S.-Iran talks resume, making the nuclear-stockpile issue a potential trigger for another escalation cycle", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters, May 11 — Trump dismisses Iran's reply to peace plan, oil jumps as Hormuz closure persists", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/china/trump-rejects-irans-response-us-peace-proposal-unacceptable-2026-05-11/" }, { "name": "The Hindu live updates, May 11 — Iran war 'not over,' uranium must be removed: Netanyahu", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-war-us-ceasefire-talks-strait-of-hormuz-issue-live-updates-may-11-2026/article70964212.ece" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-11", "time": "morning", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "UK and France call 40-nation defence ministers meeting on Hormuz trade-restoration mission", "detail": "Britain said it and France would host a May 12 meeting of defence ministers from more than 40 nations to discuss military plans for restoring trade flows through the Strait of Hormuz. The announcement followed Iranian warnings to London and Paris against sending warships to the region and came as NATO allies remained reluctant to join a force without a broader peace deal or international mandate.", "lat": 51.5074, "lng": -0.1278, "tid": "uk-france-40-nation-hormuz-defense-ministers-meeting-may11", "tn": "UK-France Hormuz defence meeting", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — A minister-level Hormuz mission meeting keeps the military option for reopening the strait alive, but allied hesitation shows the coalition still lacks the mandate and risk tolerance needed for immediate enforcement", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu live updates, May 11 — U.K., France to host Defence Ministers meeting on Hormuz", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-war-us-ceasefire-talks-strait-of-hormuz-issue-live-updates-may-11-2026/article70964212.ece" }, { "name": "Reuters, May 11 — Trump dismisses Iran's reply to peace plan, oil jumps as Hormuz closure persists", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/china/trump-rejects-irans-response-us-peace-proposal-unacceptable-2026-05-11/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-11", "time": "afternoon", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "Second Qatari LNG tanker heads through Hormuz under Iran-approved Pakistan deal", "detail": "Reuters reported that the Qatari LNG tanker Mihzem departed Ras Laffan carrying 174,000 cubic metres of LNG toward Port Qasim, Pakistan, after Al Kharaitiyat successfully crossed the strait on May 10. The cargoes are moving under a Qatar-Pakistan arrangement approved by Iran, with two more Qatari tankers expected to attempt the passage in coming days, showing Hormuz traffic is reopening only through selective, case-by-case exemptions.", "lat": 26.5667, "lng": 56.25, "tid": "second-qatari-lng-mihzem-iran-approved-hormuz-transit-may11", "tn": "Mihzem Hormuz transit", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — A second Iran-approved Qatari LNG transit turns the blockade into a controlled permit regime, giving Tehran leverage over which states and cargoes can move through Hormuz while keeping wider energy flows constrained", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters, May 11 — Second Qatari LNG tanker heads through Hormuz to Pakistan as Iran war continues", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/second-qatari-lng-tanker-heads-through-hormuz-pakistan-iran-war-continues-data-2026-05-11/" }, { "name": "ISW Iran Update Special Report, May 11 — Vessels complying with Iran transit regulations", "url": "https://understandingwar.org/research/middle-east/iran-update-special-report-may-11-2026/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-11", "time": "evening", "side": "us", "title": "U.S. sanctions IRGC oil-shipping network tied to China as Trump prepares Xi talks", "detail": "The U.S. Treasury announced sanctions on three people and nine companies in Hong Kong, the UAE and Oman for allegedly helping the IRGC sell and ship Iranian oil to China through front companies. The action came days before President Trump was expected to press Xi Jinping to use Chinese leverage over Iran and help reopen the Strait of Hormuz, adding financial pressure after Tehran rejected Washington’s peace terms.", "lat": 38.8977, "lng": -77.0365, "tid": "us-sanctions-irgc-oil-shipments-china-hong-kong-uae-oman-may11", "tn": "U.S. IRGC oil sanctions", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — Washington is pairing stalled ceasefire diplomacy with sanctions aimed at Iran’s China oil lifeline, increasing pressure on both Tehran and Beijing before Trump-Xi talks on Hormuz", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu/Reuters, May 12 — U.S. issues new sanctions over Iran’s oil shipments to China", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/us-issues-new-sanctions-over-irans-oil-shipments-to-china/article70968108.ece" }, { "name": "Reuters via Internazionale, May 11 — U.S. issues new sanctions over Iran’s oil shipments to China", "url": "https://www.internazionale.it/ultime-notizie-reuters/2026/05/11/us-issues-new-sanctions-over-iran-s-oil-shipments-to-china-2" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-11", "time": "night", "side": "israel", "title": "Israeli strikes on Kfar Dounine kill six and wound seven in south Lebanon", "detail": "Lebanon’s state-run National News Agency said Israeli strikes hit a house in Kfar Dounine, about 95 kilometres from Beirut, killing six people and wounding seven. The attack came despite the April 17 Israel-Lebanon ceasefire and amid continuing Israeli-Hezbollah exchanges tied to the wider Iran war; NNA also reported additional Israeli strikes near other southern towns and evacuation warnings for parts of the Bekaa Valley.", "lat": 33.163, "lng": 35.432, "tid": "israeli-strikes-kfar-dounine-six-killed-south-lebanon-may11", "tn": "Kfar Dounine strikes", "dmg": 1, "cas": 13, "dl": "HEAVY — The six-dead Kfar Dounine strike shows the Lebanon front is still producing lethal escalations despite ceasefire language, keeping Hezbollah and Iran-linked pressure on Israel active", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu live updates, May 12 — Israeli strikes kill six in south Lebanon", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-war-us-ceasefire-talks-strait-of-hormuz-issue-live-updates-may-12-2026/article70968122.ece" }, { "name": "New Indian Express/AFP, May 12 — Israeli strikes kill six in south Lebanon", "url": "https://www.newindianexpress.com/world/2026/May/12/israeli-strikes-kill-six-in-south-lebanon" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-12", "time": "morning", "side": "israel-us", "title": "U.S. envoy confirms Israel sent Iron Dome batteries and operators to defend UAE", "detail": "U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee said at a Tel Aviv event that Israel had sent Iron Dome batteries and personnel to the UAE to help operate the air-defence system. Reuters, citing a source briefed on the matter, said Israel sent air defences to help the UAE defend against Iranian attacks during the war, while AP said the public acknowledgement underscored the deepening Israel-UAE defence relationship during the shaky Iran ceasefire.", "lat": 24.4539, "lng": 54.3773, "tid": "israel-iron-dome-batteries-personnel-uae-confirmed-may12", "tn": "Iron Dome to UAE", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — Public confirmation of Israeli air-defence deployments to the UAE formalizes an anti-Iran regional defence link and shows Gulf states are adapting to continued Iranian missile and drone threats during the truce", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters via Internazionale, May 12 — U.S. envoy says Israel sent Iron Dome battery, personnel to UAE", "url": "https://www.internazionale.it/ultime-notizie-reuters/2026/05/12/us-envoy-says-israel-sent-iron-dome-battery-personnel-to-uae" }, { "name": "Associated Press, May 12 — Israel sent Iron Dome to UAE during Iran war, U.S. ambassador says", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/iran-us-israel-uae-iron-dome-f3d5738853111cfc80985c157edab7c3" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-12", "time": "morning", "side": "iran", "title": "Iran lawmaker warns Tehran could enrich uranium to 90% if attacked again", "detail": "Iranian parliamentary national security and foreign policy commission spokesperson Ebrahim Rezaei warned that Iran could enrich uranium to 90% purity, considered weapons-grade, if the country is attacked again. His threat followed President Trump’s statement that the ceasefire was on “life support” and Prime Minister Netanyahu’s insistence that Iran’s enriched uranium must be physically removed before the war can be over.", "lat": 35.6892, "lng": 51.389, "tid": "iran-warns-90-percent-uranium-enrichment-if-attacked-may12", "tn": "Iran 90% enrichment warning", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — Tehran is threatening to turn renewed U.S. or Israeli strikes into a nuclear escalation trigger, raising the stakes of any attempt to restart military pressure after the failed peace exchange", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "The Guardian live updates, May 12 — Iran could enrich uranium to weapons grade if attacked", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/may/12/middle-east-crisis-us-iran-israel-donald-trump-ceasefire-peace-plan-latest-news-updates" }, { "name": "The Hindu live updates, May 12 — Iran could enrich uranium to weapons-grade if attacked, lawmaker warns", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-war-us-ceasefire-talks-strait-of-hormuz-issue-live-updates-may-12-2026/article70968122.ece" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-12", "time": "afternoon", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "UK pledges drones, Typhoon jets and HMS Dragon for Hormuz security mission", "detail": "Britain said it would contribute autonomous mine-hunting equipment, drone boats, Typhoon fighter jets and the air-defence destroyer HMS Dragon to a more-than-40-nation defensive mission aimed at securing shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. Defence Secretary John Healey said the mission would become operational when conditions allowed, backed by £115 million in new funding for mine-hunting drones and counter-drone systems.", "lat": 51.5074, "lng": -0.1278, "tid": "uk-drones-typhoons-hms-dragon-hormuz-mission-may12", "tn": "UK Hormuz security package", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — London is moving from planning to concrete force commitments for a Hormuz reopening mission, adding mine-clearance, air patrol and air-defence capacity but still delaying operations until political and military conditions permit", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters, May 12 — UK to send drones, jets and warship to join defensive mission securing Strait of Hormuz", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/uk-send-drones-jets-warship-join-defensive-mission-securing-strait-hormuz-2026-05-12/" }, { "name": "BBC, May 12 — UK promises jets, drones and warship for Strait of Hormuz defence mission", "url": "https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c5y909grldqo" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-13", "time": "morning", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "Chinese supertanker exits Hormuz with Iraqi crude ahead of Trump-Xi talks", "detail": "Ship-tracking data cited by Reuters showed the COSCO-linked VLCC Yuan Hua Hu, carrying nearly two million barrels of Iraqi Basrah Medium crude, sailed through the Strait of Hormuz after being stranded inside the Gulf for more than two months. The crossing marked the third known Chinese oil-tanker passage since the war began and came as Trump and Xi prepared to discuss Iran and Hormuz in Beijing.", "lat": 26.5667, "lng": 56.25, "tid": "chinese-vlcc-yuan-hua-hu-hormuz-transit-may13", "tn": "Yuan Hua Hu Hormuz transit", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — A rare Chinese tanker transit shows Tehran is allowing selective passage for politically important cargoes, strengthening China’s leverage in the Hormuz talks while normalizing case-by-case Iranian permission for shipping", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters via gCaptain, May 13 — China-linked supertanker makes rare Strait of Hormuz transit ahead of Trump-Xi summit", "url": "https://gcaptain.com/chinese-supertanker-attempts-hormuz-passage-data-show/" }, { "name": "The Hindu liveblog, May 13 — Chinese supertanker attempts Hormuz passage, data shows", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-war-us-ceasefire-talks-strait-of-hormuz-issue-live-updates-may-13-2026/article70972420.ece" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-13", "time": "afternoon", "side": "israel", "title": "Israeli strikes kill 12 in Lebanon ahead of new Washington talks", "detail": "Lebanon’s Health Ministry said a series of Israeli strikes on cars killed 12 people, including eight on the coastal highway near Jiyeh about 20 kilometres south of Beirut. Reuters reported that two children were among those killed, while Israel said it was striking Hezbollah infrastructure and Lebanon and Israel prepared for another U.S.-mediated round of talks in Washington.", "lat": 33.647, "lng": 35.403, "tid": "israeli-strikes-jiyeh-highway-lebanon-12-killed-may13", "tn": "Jiyeh coastal highway strikes", "dmg": 2, "cas": 12, "dl": "HEAVY — Lethal strikes near Beirut, including child casualties, show the Lebanon ceasefire is collapsing into sustained attrition even as Washington tries to move Israel-Lebanon talks toward a security deal", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters, May 13 — Israeli strikes kill 12 in Lebanon ahead of U.S.-mediated talks", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/israeli-airstrikes-kill-eight-people-highway-south-beirut-lebanons-health-2026-05-13/" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera, May 13 — At least 15 people killed in Israeli attacks on Lebanon", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/5/13/at-least-eight-killed-in-israeli-drone-strikes-on-highway-south-of-beirut" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-13", "time": "evening", "side": "iran", "title": "Iran says Hormuz control could double oil income and bar U.S. weapons transit", "detail": "Iranian military spokesperson Mohammad Akraminia said Tehran’s oversight of the Strait of Hormuz could generate significant revenue and potentially double Iran’s oil income, with the IRGC navy controlling the western side and the regular navy overseeing the east. ISW reported that Akraminia also said Iran would no longer allow U.S. weapons to pass through the strait to regional bases, while regime outlets floated rules for subsea cables and foreign operators.", "lat": 26.5667, "lng": 56.25, "tid": "iran-hormuz-control-revenue-us-weapons-transit-threat-may13", "tn": "Iran Hormuz control doctrine", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — Tehran is recasting Hormuz from a wartime pressure tool into a revenue source and deterrent doctrine, expanding its claims from merchant shipping to military cargoes and possibly undersea communications infrastructure", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu liveblog, May 13 — Iran military says control over Hormuz to bring significant economic revenues", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-war-us-ceasefire-talks-strait-of-hormuz-issue-live-updates-may-13-2026/article70972420.ece" }, { "name": "ISW Iran Update Special Report, May 13 — Strait of Hormuz central to Iranian strategy and deterrence", "url": "https://understandingwar.org/research/middle-east/iran-update-special-report-may-13-2026/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-14", "time": "morning", "side": "other", "title": "Indian-flagged commercial vessel attacked off Oman; crew rescued", "detail": "India’s Ministry of External Affairs said an Indian-flagged commercial vessel was attacked off the coast of Oman on May 13 and called the targeting of commercial shipping unacceptable. New Delhi said all Indian crew members were safe and thanked Omani authorities for rescuing them, while the attacker was not identified.", "lat": 26, "lng": 56.4, "tid": "indian-flagged-vessel-attacked-off-oman-crew-safe-may14", "tn": "Indian-flagged ship off Oman", "dmg": 3, "cas": 0, "dl": "MODERATE — Another attack on civilian shipping near the Hormuz approaches widens the maritime-risk zone and pulls India more directly into diplomatic pressure for freedom of navigation", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu, May 14 — Attack on Indian-flagged ship off Oman coast unacceptable, says MEA; crew members safe", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/attack-on-indian-flagged-ship-off-oman-coast-unacceptable-says-mea-crew-members-safe/article70977667.ece" }, { "name": "The Hindu liveblog, May 14 — MEA says Indian crew safe after ship attack off Oman coast", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/us-israel-iran-war-live-updates-netanyahu-uae-secret-visit-tehran-strait-of-hormuz/article70976779.ece" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-14", "time": "midday", "side": "other", "title": "UKMTO says vessel seized off Fujairah and headed toward Iranian waters", "detail": "The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations centre said a vessel anchored 38 nautical miles northeast of Fujairah was taken by unauthorised personnel and was bound for Iranian territorial waters. The incident occurred near the Strait of Hormuz anchorage area as maritime agencies continued warning vessels to report suspicious activity.", "lat": 25.58, "lng": 56.78, "tid": "vessel-seized-off-fujairah-bound-iranian-waters-may14", "tn": "Fujairah vessel seizure", "dmg": 1, "cas": 0, "dl": "HEAVY — A boarding or seizure off Fujairah would mark a direct coercive incident at a major Gulf anchorage, reinforcing shipowners’ fears that even vessels outside the formal strait passage remain exposed", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu liveblog, May 14 — Vessel off UAE coast taken, now bound for Iran waters: U.K. maritime agency", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/us-israel-iran-war-live-updates-netanyahu-uae-secret-visit-tehran-strait-of-hormuz/article70976779.ece" }, { "name": "Anadolu, May 14 — Vessel seized off UAE coast headed toward Iranian waters: UK maritime agency", "url": "https://www.aa.com.tr/en/middle-east/vessel-seized-off-uae-coast-headed-toward-iranian-waters-uk-maritime-agency/3936951" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-14", "time": "afternoon", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "Trump and Xi agree Strait of Hormuz must remain open during Beijing summit", "detail": "The White House said President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping agreed in Beijing that the Strait of Hormuz must remain open to support the free flow of energy. The statement followed U.S. efforts to persuade China, a major buyer of Iranian oil and heavily Gulf-dependent energy importer, to play a more active role in resolving the war and the shipping crisis.", "lat": 39.9042, "lng": 116.4074, "tid": "trump-xi-agree-hormuz-must-remain-open-beijing-may14", "tn": "Trump-Xi Hormuz statement", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — The joint U.S.-China language creates rare great-power alignment on keeping Hormuz open, but without enforcement details it remains diplomatic pressure rather than a breakthrough in reopening the waterway", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu liveblog, May 14 — Trump, Xi agreed Strait of Hormuz must remain open: White House", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/us-israel-iran-war-live-updates-netanyahu-uae-secret-visit-tehran-strait-of-hormuz/article70976779.ece" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera, May 14 — Iran war day 76: Vance says progress made in talks; Israel pounds Lebanon", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/5/14/iran-war-day-76-vance-says-progress-made-in-talks-israel-pounds-lebanon" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-14", "time": "afternoon", "side": "hezbollah", "title": "Hezbollah drone strike wounds four Israeli civilians at Rosh HaNikra", "detail": "Hezbollah said it targeted Israeli troops at the Rosh HaNikra border site with an explosive drone, while Israeli military and hospital officials said the drone hit a parking lot inside Israel and wounded four civilians, one critically. The IDF said no sirens sounded, indicating the drone was not detected, and called the attack a blatant violation of ceasefire understandings as Israel-Lebanon talks resumed in Washington.", "lat": 33.086, "lng": 35.106, "tid": "hezbollah-drone-rosh-hanikra-four-civilians-wounded-may14", "tn": "Rosh HaNikra drone strike", "dmg": 1, "cas": 4, "dl": "HEAVY — A successful Hezbollah drone impact inside northern Israel, with a critical civilian casualty and no warning sirens, shows the Lebanon front remains militarily active despite ceasefire talks", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "Times of Israel, May 14 — 4 civilians hurt in Hezbollah attack on north as Israel, Lebanon set for talks", "url": "https://www.timesofisrael.com/3-civilians-hurt-in-hezbollah-attack-on-north-as-israel-lebanon-set-for-3rd-round-of-talks/" }, { "name": "The Media Line, May 14 — 4 wounded, one critically, in Rosh Hanikra drone strike", "url": "https://themedialine.org/headlines/4-wounded-one-critically-in-rosh-hanikra-drone-strike-as-israel-lebanon-talks-resume-in-washington/" }, { "name": "The Hindu liveblog, May 15 — Hezbollah says targeted troops in north Israel with drone", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/us-israel-iran-war-live-updates-netanyahu-uae-secret-visit-tehran-strait-of-hormuz/article70976779.ece" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-14", "time": "evening", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "U.S. House Iran war-powers bid fails on 212-212 tie", "detail": "The U.S. House of Representatives narrowly defeated a Democratic-led war-powers resolution that would have sought to stop the Iran war unless Congress authorized hostilities. Reuters reported the resolution failed on a 212-212 tie, the closest possible margin, after the conflict had passed the 60-day deadline for presidential war-powers reporting.", "lat": 38.9072, "lng": -77.0369, "tid": "us-house-iran-war-powers-resolution-fails-212-212-may14", "tn": "House war-powers tie vote", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — The failed tie vote keeps the U.S. military campaign politically authorized by default, but the narrowing margins show congressional resistance to the Iran war is becoming harder for the White House to ignore", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters via Al-Monitor, May 14 — U.S. House narrowly rejects bid to rein in Trump Iran war powers", "url": "https://www.al-monitor.com/originals/2026/05/us-house-narrowly-rejects-bid-rein-trump-iran-war-powers" }, { "name": "ABC News live updates, May 15 — U.S. House blocks war powers vote to halt Iran conflict", "url": "https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-05-15/iran-war-live-updates-may-lebanon-israel-peace-talks/106680324" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-14", "time": "evening", "side": "iran", "title": "Iran allows group of Chinese ships through Hormuz under managed transit protocols", "detail": "Iranian media said naval forces allowed a group of Chinese vessels to pass through the Strait of Hormuz beginning Wednesday evening after Beijing requested passage and accepted Iranian-managed transit protocols. Tasnim reported a number of Chinese vessels were allowed through, while Iranian state television said more than 30 ships had passed, though it was unclear whether all were Chinese.", "lat": 26.5667, "lng": 56.25, "tid": "iran-allows-chinese-ships-hormuz-managed-protocols-may14", "tn": "Chinese ships Hormuz protocols", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — Tehran is turning selective Hormuz passage into an explicit managed-transit regime, giving China privileged movement while reinforcing Iran’s claim to control commercial access through the chokepoint", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu liveblog, May 14 — Iran allows Chinese ships to pass Hormuz since Wednesday", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/us-israel-iran-war-live-updates-netanyahu-uae-secret-visit-tehran-strait-of-hormuz/article70976779.ece" }, { "name": "ABC News live updates, May 15 — Iranian media says Chinese vessels allowed through Strait of Hormuz", "url": "https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-05-15/iran-war-live-updates-may-lebanon-israel-peace-talks/106680324" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-15", "time": "morning", "side": "israel", "title": "Israel orders evacuations from five south Lebanon areas as strikes continue", "detail": "Israel’s military issued forced displacement orders for Shabriha, Hamideh, Zuqaq al-Mufdi, Mashouk and El Haouch in southern Lebanon, telling residents to move at least 1,000 metres away. The order came as Israeli strikes continued in southern Lebanon and the IDF said it hit a Hezbollah launcher in the Zebdin area that had been used to fire toward northern Israel.", "lat": 33.25, "lng": 35.25, "tid": "israel-evacuation-orders-five-south-lebanon-areas-strikes-continue-may15", "tn": "South Lebanon evacuations", "dmg": 1, "cas": 0, "dl": "HEAVY — New evacuation orders during active strikes signal Israel is widening or sustaining its southern Lebanon security-zone campaign even while U.S.-mediated Israel-Lebanon talks continue", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "Middle East Eye, May 15 — Israel issues forced displacement orders for five towns, villages in south Lebanon", "url": "https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/israel-issues-forced-displacement-orders-five-towns-villages-south" }, { "name": "Times Now live updates, May 15 — Israel orders evacuations in five South Lebanon areas; targets Hezbollah launcher in Zebdin", "url": "https://www.timesnownews.com/world/middle-east/us-iran-war-live-updates-donald-trump-and-xi-jinping-hold-key-talks-iran-israel-conflict-raises-strait-of-hormuz-oil-supply-fears-and-middle-east-peace-liveblog-154324687" }, { "name": "Jerusalem Post, May 15 — IDF strikes southern Lebanon after peace talks", "url": "https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/defense-news/article-896310" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-15", "time": "morning", "side": "economic", "title": "UAE fast-tracks Fujairah pipeline to double exports outside Hormuz by 2027", "detail": "The Abu Dhabi Media Office said Crown Prince Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed directed ADNOC to fast-track the West-East Pipeline, which Reuters said would double the UAE’s oil export capacity through Fujairah by 2027. The project expands the UAE’s ability to bypass the effectively shuttered Strait of Hormuz, where disruption has boosted energy prices and exposed Gulf producers’ dependence on the chokepoint.", "lat": 25.1288, "lng": 56.3265, "tid": "uae-fast-tracks-fujairah-oil-pipeline-hormuz-bypass-may15", "tn": "UAE Fujairah pipeline push", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — Abu Dhabi is converting the Hormuz crisis into hard infrastructure, accelerating a bypass route that could permanently reduce Iranian leverage over UAE crude exports", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters, May 15 — UAE to accelerate oil pipeline project to help bypass Hormuz", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/uae-accelerate-oil-pipeline-project-help-bypass-hormuz-2026-05-15/" }, { "name": "Times of Israel liveblog, May 15 — UAE to accelerate oil pipeline project to expand ability to bypass Hormuz", "url": "https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog-may-15-2026/" }, { "name": "Times Now live updates, May 15 — Fujairah pipeline set to double UAE export capability", "url": "https://www.timesnownews.com/world/middle-east/us-iran-war-live-updates-donald-trump-and-xi-jinping-hold-key-talks-iran-israel-conflict-raises-strait-of-hormuz-oil-supply-fears-and-middle-east-peace-liveblog-154324687" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-15", "time": "morning", "side": "iran-allies", "title": "Two drones target Iranian Kurdish opposition headquarters north of Erbil", "detail": "Security sources told Reuters that two drones targeted the headquarters of an Iranian Kurdish opposition group north of Erbil in Iraq’s Kurdistan Region. The strike came amid the wider Iran war’s regional spillover and followed repeated Iranian-linked pressure on Kurdish opposition sites in northern Iraq.", "lat": 36.1911, "lng": 44.0092, "tid": "two-drones-target-iranian-kurdish-opposition-hq-north-erbil-may15", "tn": "Erbil opposition HQ drones", "dmg": 1, "cas": 0, "dl": "MODERATE — Drone attacks on Iranian opposition facilities in Iraqi Kurdistan extend the war’s proxy geography beyond Israel, Lebanon and the Gulf, increasing pressure on groups Tehran views as internal-security threats", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "Times of Israel liveblog, May 15 — Two drones target Iranian opposition headquarters north of Iraq’s Erbil", "url": "https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog-may-15-2026/" }, { "name": "Al Arabiya, May 15 — Drone targeted Iranian opposition HQ north of Iraq’s Erbil, security sources say", "url": "https://english.alarabiya.net/News/middle-east/2026/05/15/drone-targeted-iranian-opposition-hq-north-of-iraqs-erbil-security-sources-" }, { "name": "MarketScreener/Reuters, May 15 — Two drones targeted Iranian opposition headquarters north of Iraq’s Erbil", "url": "https://www.marketscreener.com/news/two-drones-targeted-iranian-opposition-headquarters-north-of-iraq-s-erbil-security-sources-say-ce7f5bd2dc89f526" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-15", "time": "morning", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "Israel-Lebanon talks continue with reported ceasefire-extension and Hezbollah-disarmament track", "detail": "A senior U.S. State Department official told Reuters the first day of Israel-Lebanon talks in Washington was productive and positive and would continue Friday. Israeli and Lebanese reports said Washington was expected to announce an extension of the ceasefire or a declaration of intent, while Israeli media reported a possible framework tying an IDF withdrawal from Lebanon to Hezbollah disarmament, with a CIA-backed weapons-removal plan.", "lat": 38.9072, "lng": -77.0369, "tid": "israel-lebanon-talks-ceasefire-extension-hezbollah-disarmament-track-may15", "tn": "Israel-Lebanon talks continue", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — The Washington track is shifting from crisis management toward a possible Hezbollah-disarmament-for-withdrawal formula, but ongoing strikes and drone attacks leave the ceasefire fragile", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "ABC News live updates, May 15 — Productive and positive first day of Israel and Lebanon talks", "url": "https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-05-15/iran-war-live-updates-may-lebanon-israel-peace-talks/106680324" }, { "name": "Times of Israel liveblog, May 15 — U.S. expected to announce extension of Israel-Lebanon ceasefire", "url": "https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog-may-15-2026/" }, { "name": "Jerusalem Post, May 15 — IDF would withdraw from Lebanon if Hezbollah disarmed as CIA plans weapons removal", "url": "https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/defense-news/article-896310" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-15", "time": "evening", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "Israel and Lebanon extend U.S.-brokered ceasefire for 45 days", "detail": "The U.S. State Department said Israel and Lebanon agreed after two days of talks in Washington to extend their temporary ceasefire by another 45 days and to keep expanded political and security talks moving. The announcement came despite continued Israeli strikes in Lebanon and Hezbollah attacks that have steadily eroded the April 16 truce.", "lat": 38.9072, "lng": -77.0369, "tid": "israel-lebanon-extend-ceasefire-45-days-may15", "tn": "Lebanon ceasefire extended", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — Washington secured a formal 45-day extension to the Lebanon ceasefire track, but ongoing attacks on both sides show the diplomatic framework is lagging behind conditions on the ground", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu liveblog, May 16 — Israel and Lebanon extend ceasefire despite new strikes", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/us-israel-iran-war-live-updates-lebanon-ceasefire-hezbollah/article70985891.ece" }, { "name": "ISW Iran Update, May 15 — State Department announces 45-day Israel-Lebanon ceasefire extension", "url": "https://understandingwar.org/research/middle-east/iran-update-special-report-may-15-2026/" }, { "name": "Reuters, May 15 — Israel, Lebanon agree to extend ceasefire by 45 days, U.S. State Dept says", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/israel-lebanon-agree-extend-ceasefire-by-45-days-us-state-dept-says-2026-05-15/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-16", "time": "early morning", "side": "israel", "title": "Israeli strike on Harouf civil defense center kills six including paramedics", "detail": "Lebanon’s state news agency and health authorities said an Israeli strike hit a civil defense center in Harouf in southern Lebanon, killing six people, including three paramedics, and wounding 22 others. The facility was reported to be operated by the Islamic Health Committee, which is linked to Hezbollah.", "lat": 33.378, "lng": 35.483, "tid": "israeli-strike-harouf-civil-defense-center-kills-six-paramedics-may16", "tn": "Harouf civil defense strike", "dmg": 2, "cas": 6, "dl": "HEAVY — The strike on an emergency-services site immediately after the ceasefire extension underscores how the south Lebanon front remains active and politically explosive despite formal diplomacy", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu liveblog, May 16 — Six killed, 22 wounded in strike on south Lebanon civil defence centre", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/us-israel-iran-war-live-updates-lebanon-ceasefire-hezbollah/article70985891.ece" }, { "name": "Al Arabiya, May 16 — Lebanon says paramedics killed in Israeli strike on south", "url": "https://english.alarabiya.net/News/middle-east/2026/05/16/lebanon-says-three-paramedics-killed-in-israeli-strike-on-south" }, { "name": "Qatar News Agency, May 16 — Death toll from Israeli strike on Lebanese civil defense center rises to six", "url": "https://qna.org.qa/en/news/news-details?id=death-toll-from-israeli-strike-on-lebanese-civil-defense-center-rises-to-six&date=16/05/2026" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-16", "time": "morning", "side": "israel", "title": "IDF orders nine south Lebanon villages to evacuate and launches Hezbollah strikes", "detail": "The IDF issued evacuation warnings for Qaaqaaiyet al-Snoubar, Kaouthariyet El Saiyad, Merouaniyeh, Ghassaniyeh, Tefahta, Irzay, Babliyeh, Insar and al-Baisariyah, telling residents to move at least one kilometer away before strikes on Hezbollah infrastructure. Israel then announced a wave of strikes, the first since the Lebanon ceasefire was extended the previous night. Earlier, an apparent Hezbollah drone launched from Lebanon triggered sirens near Mount Meron but caused no injuries.", "lat": 33.42, "lng": 35.35, "tid": "idf-nine-villages-evacuate-south-lebanon-hezbollah-strikes-may16", "tn": "Nine-village Lebanon warnings", "dmg": 1, "cas": 0, "dl": "HEAVY — Israel resumed large-area evacuation warnings and strikes within hours of the ceasefire extension, showing that the truce is functioning more as a diplomatic channel than a halt to military operations", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "Times of Israel liveblog, May 16 — IDF calls for nine villages in south Lebanon to evacuate ahead of airstrikes", "url": "https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog-may-16-2026/" }, { "name": "Times of Israel liveblog, May 16 — IDF announces wave of strikes on Hezbollah in south Lebanon after warnings", "url": "https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog-may-16-2026/" }, { "name": "Times of Israel liveblog, May 16 — Hezbollah drone launched at Mount Meron; no injuries", "url": "https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog-may-16-2026/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-16", "time": "morning", "side": "economic", "title": "Iraq says April oil exports through Hormuz collapsed to 10 million barrels", "detail": "Iraq’s new oil minister Basim Mohammed said Baghdad exported 10 million barrels of oil through the Strait of Hormuz in April, down from roughly 93 million barrels per month before the Iran war. He said Iraq is exporting about 200,000 barrels per day through the Kirkuk–Ceyhan route and wants to raise that to 500,000 barrels per day while seeking OPEC support to expand production capacity.", "lat": 26.5667, "lng": 56.25, "tid": "iraq-hormuz-oil-exports-fall-ten-million-barrels-april-may16", "tn": "Iraq Hormuz exports plunge", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — Iraq’s disclosed export collapse quantifies how deeply the Hormuz crisis is suppressing Gulf crude flows and pushing Baghdad toward northern bypass routes", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu liveblog, May 16 — Iraq exported 10 million barrels of oil in April through Strait of Hormuz", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/us-israel-iran-war-live-updates-lebanon-ceasefire-hezbollah/article70985891.ece" }, { "name": "Times of Israel liveblog, May 16 — Iraq exported 10 million barrels of oil through Hormuz in April", "url": "https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog-may-16-2026/" }, { "name": "Dawn/Reuters, May 16 — Iraq exported 10m barrels of oil in April through Strait of Hormuz", "url": "https://www.dawn.com/news/2000681/iraq-exported-10m-barrels-of-oil-in-april-through-strait-of-hormuz" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-16", "time": "morning", "side": "israel-us", "title": "Report says Israel and U.S. preparing options for renewed Iran strikes next week", "detail": "The Times of Israel, citing a New York Times report based on Middle East and U.S. officials, said Israel and the United States are conducting their most intense preparations since April’s ceasefire for renewed attacks on Iran as early as next week. Reported options include intensified bombing of Iranian military and infrastructure sites, a commando operation to extract buried nuclear material, and possible seizure of Kharg Island, Iran’s key Persian Gulf oil-export hub.", "lat": 29.245, "lng": 50.31, "tid": "israel-us-prepare-renewed-iran-strike-options-next-week-may16", "tn": "Renewed Iran strike planning", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "CRITICAL — Planning for renewed U.S.-Israeli operations, including possible ground action or Kharg Island seizure, signals that the Iran ceasefire could fail quickly if negotiations remain deadlocked", "dc": "dmg-critical", "sources": [ { "name": "Times of Israel liveblog, May 16 — Israel, U.S. readying for renewed strikes on Iran as early as next week", "url": "https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog-may-16-2026/" }, { "name": "New York Times, May 15 — Trump administration weighs renewed military options against Iran", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/15/us/politics/trump-iran.html" }, { "name": "The Hindu liveblog, May 16 — Trump’s Iran brinkmanship hits a wall as deadlock continues", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/us-israel-iran-war-live-updates-lebanon-ceasefire-hezbollah/article70985891.ece" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-16", "time": "Saturday", "side": "us", "title": "U.S. says Hormuz blockade has redirected 78 ships and disabled four vessels", "detail": "CENTCOM said that as of May 16, U.S. forces had redirected 78 commercial ships away from transiting the Strait of Hormuz and disabled four vessels to enforce compliance with the continuing blockade of Iranian ports. The disclosure quantified the direct shipping impact of the U.S. maritime campaign as Tehran prepared its own managed-transit and toll plan for Hormuz.", "lat": 26.5667, "lng": 56.25, "tid": "us-hormuz-blockade-redirects-78-ships-disables-four-may16", "tn": "U.S. Hormuz blockade count", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — Washington’s first public tally of redirected and disabled vessels shows the blockade has become an active enforcement regime, not just a warning zone, deepening the commercial disruption around Hormuz", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Anadolu Agency, May 16 — 78 ships 'redirected' from transiting Hormuz, says U.S. military", "url": "https://aa.com.tr/en/americas/so-far-78-ships-redirected-from-transiting-strait-of-hormuz-says-us-military/3939645" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera, May 17 — U.S. military says 78 commercial ships redirected and four disabled", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/5/17/iran-war-day-79-tehran-to-unveil-hormuz-toll-plan-israel-bombs-lebanon" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-17", "time": "morning", "side": "iran", "title": "Iran says it will unveil Strait of Hormuz toll and managed-transit mechanism", "detail": "Iranian officials said Tehran would soon unveil a mechanism to manage traffic through the Strait of Hormuz along designated routes and collect fees for specialized services. Lawmaker Ebrahim Azizi said only commercial vessels and parties cooperating with Iran would benefit, while First Vice President Mohammad Reza Aref said Iran would no longer allow enemy military equipment through the strait; state TV said European countries had begun talks with the IRGC navy over transit.", "lat": 26.5667, "lng": 56.25, "tid": "iran-hormuz-toll-managed-transit-mechanism-may17", "tn": "Iran Hormuz toll plan", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — Tehran is formalizing selective control of Hormuz into a toll-and-permission system, challenging freedom of navigation while offering cooperative states a path through the chokepoint", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Al Jazeera, May 17 — Tehran to unveil Hormuz toll plan", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/5/17/iran-war-day-79-tehran-to-unveil-hormuz-toll-plan-israel-bombs-lebanon" }, { "name": "Anadolu Agency, May 16 — Iran says new Hormuz transit fee mechanism to be unveiled soon", "url": "https://www.aa.com.tr/en/middle-east/iran-plans-new-mechanism-to-charge-transit-fees-in-hormuz-strait-senior-iranian-lawmaker/3939523" }, { "name": "Daily Sabah, May 16 — Iran to announce mechanism to manage traffic, fees for Hormuz", "url": "https://www.dailysabah.com/world/mid-east/iran-to-announce-mechanism-to-manage-traffic-fees-for-hormuz" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-17", "time": "morning", "side": "israel", "title": "Israel says it hit 100 Hezbollah sites in south Lebanon despite ceasefire extension", "detail": "After the 45-day Israel-Lebanon ceasefire extension, Israel said it struck about 100 Hezbollah sites in southern Lebanon over two days. Lebanese reports said attacks hit more than two dozen villages, including Zawtar al-Sharqiyah and locations more than 50 kilometers from the border, and Anadolu reported seven people killed despite the extension.", "lat": 33.35, "lng": 35.35, "tid": "israel-hits-100-hezbollah-sites-south-lebanon-after-ceasefire-extension-may17", "tn": "100 Hezbollah sites hit", "dmg": 2, "cas": 7, "dl": "HEAVY — The scale of the strike wave immediately after Washington’s ceasefire extension shows the Lebanon front remains a live campaign, with the truce functioning more as a diplomatic process than a halt to combat", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "Al Jazeera, May 17 — Israel attacked 100 sites in southern Lebanon over two days", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/5/17/iran-war-day-79-tehran-to-unveil-hormuz-toll-plan-israel-bombs-lebanon" }, { "name": "The Hindu liveblog, May 17 — Israel strikes south Lebanon day after ceasefire extension", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/us-israel-iran-war-live-updates-lebanon-airstrikes-ceasefire-hezbollah-strait-of-hormuz/article70989557.ece" }, { "name": "Anadolu Agency, May 16 — Israeli attacks kill 7 in southern Lebanon despite ceasefire extension", "url": "https://www.aa.com.tr/en/middle-east/israeli-attacks-kill-7-in-southern-lebanon-despite-ceasefire-extension/3939620" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-17", "time": "morning", "side": "iran-allies", "title": "Hezbollah fires rockets and explosive drones at IDF troops in south Lebanon", "detail": "The IDF said Hezbollah fired rockets and explosive drones at Israeli troops in southern Lebanon overnight and Sunday morning, with projectiles landing near forces but causing no injuries. A drone identified near troops also triggered sirens in Misgav Am, and another suspected Hezbollah drone set off alerts in Manara and Margaliot before the incident ended without injuries.", "lat": 33.24, "lng": 35.57, "tid": "hezbollah-rockets-explosive-drones-idf-troops-south-lebanon-may17", "tn": "Hezbollah rockets/drones", "dmg": 1, "cas": 0, "dl": "MODERATE — Hezbollah’s continued rocket and explosive-drone attacks keep pressure on Israeli ground forces and northern communities even after the ceasefire extension and Israel’s large strike wave", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "Times of Israel liveblog, May 17 — Hezbollah fired rockets, explosive drones at troops", "url": "https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog-may-17-2026/" }, { "name": "Times of Israel liveblog, May 17 — drone identified near troops triggered sirens in north", "url": "https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog_entry/drone-identified-near-troops-in-south-lebanon-triggering-sirens-in-north-no-injuries/" }, { "name": "Times of Israel liveblog, May 17 — Manara and Margaliot drone incident concluded with no injuries", "url": "https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog_entry/idf-says-apparent-drone-attack-in-north-concluded-with-no-injuries/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-17", "time": "morning", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "Pakistan sends interior minister to Tehran to revive stalled Iran-U.S. talks", "detail": "Pakistan Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi arrived in Tehran for a two-day visit that Pakistani and Iranian media linked to Islamabad’s effort to revive stalled Iran-U.S. peace talks. The visit followed earlier shuttle diplomacy by Pakistan’s military chief and came after U.S. President Donald Trump reportedly rejected Tehran’s latest response to American proposals.", "lat": 35.6892, "lng": 51.389, "tid": "pakistan-naqvi-tehran-revive-iran-us-talks-may17", "tn": "Pakistan Tehran shuttle", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — Pakistan’s renewed shuttle diplomacy indicates regional actors are trying to keep the Iran-U.S. negotiation track alive as Hormuz tensions and renewed strike planning raise the risk of ceasefire collapse", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu liveblog, May 17 — Naqvi’s Tehran visit linked to reviving Iran-U.S. talks", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/us-israel-iran-war-live-updates-lebanon-airstrikes-ceasefire-hezbollah-strait-of-hormuz/article70989557.ece" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera, May 17 — Pakistani interior minister arrived in Tehran to facilitate peace talks", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/5/17/iran-war-day-79-tehran-to-unveil-hormuz-toll-plan-israel-bombs-lebanon" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-17", "time": "afternoon", "side": "iran-allies", "title": "Drone strike hits UAE's Barakah nuclear plant perimeter as Saudi Arabia intercepts three drones", "detail": "A drone struck an electrical generator outside the inner perimeter of the UAE's Barakah nuclear power plant, causing a fire but no injuries, radioactive release, or impact on plant safety. Emirati officials said two other drones were stopped after entering from the western border and that the UAE reserved the right to respond; Saudi Arabia separately said it intercepted three drones that entered from Iraqi airspace. UAE adviser Anwar Gargash framed the Barakah incident as a dangerous escalation by the principal perpetrator or one of its agents, while investigations continued.", "lat": 23.968, "lng": 52.238, "tid": "barakah-nuclear-plant-drone-strike-saudi-intercepts-drones-may17", "tn": "Barakah drone strike", "dmg": 2, "cas": 0, "dl": "HEAVY — The first strike on the UAE's nuclear plant during the war widened the Gulf front and raised nuclear-safety risks even though regulators reported no radiological release", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters, May 17 — UAE and Saudi Arabia report drone incidents as Iran war deadlock drags on", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/abu-dhabi-says-drone-strike-caused-fire-barakah-nuclear-power-plant-no-injuries-2026-05-17/" }, { "name": "The Hindu/AP, May 18 — Drone strike causes fire outside nuclear power plant in Abu Dhabi", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/a-drone-strike-causes-fire-outside-a-nuclear-power-plant-in-abu-dhabi/article70990120.ece" }, { "name": "The Guardian, May 17 — UAE blames Iran or proxies for strike near nuclear plant", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/may/17/uae-blames-iran-or-its-proxies-for-drone-strike-fire-near-nuclear-plant" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-17", "time": "evening", "side": "israel", "title": "Israeli strikes kill seven in Lebanon, including Islamic Jihad commander and two children", "detail": "Israeli strikes in Lebanon killed seven people despite the extended ceasefire. Lebanese authorities said five people, including two children, were killed in strikes on Tayr Felsay and Tayr Debba in southern Lebanon, while state media said a missile strike on an apartment near Baalbek killed Palestinian Islamic Jihad commander Wael Abdel Halim and his 17-year-old daughter. Hezbollah lawmaker Hussein Hajj Hassan said U.S.-brokered Lebanon-Israel negotiations had reached a dead end.", "lat": 34.0058, "lng": 36.2181, "tid": "israeli-strikes-lebanon-kill-seven-islamic-jihad-commander-children-may17", "tn": "Lebanon strikes kill 7", "dmg": 2, "cas": 7, "dl": "HEAVY — The deaths of civilians and an Islamic Jihad commander show the Lebanon ceasefire extension is not stopping targeted Israeli strikes or Hezbollah's political rejection of the talks", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "The Guardian liveblog, May 18 — Israeli strikes killed seven in Lebanon, including Islamic Jihad commander", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/may/18/us-israel-iran-lebanon-donald-trump-hormuz-oil-latest-news-updates" }, { "name": "CBS News/AFP live updates, May 18 — Israeli strike killed Wael Abdel Halim and his daughter; southern Lebanon toll", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-trump-strait-of-hormuz-trust-americans-control/" }, { "name": "The Hindu, May 17 — Israel strikes Lebanon while Hezbollah calls talks dead end", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/israel-strikes-lebanon-while-hezbollah-calls-talks-dead-end/article70989999.ece" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-18", "time": "morning", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "Iran says it answered latest U.S. peace proposal through Pakistani mediator as Trump threatens renewed strikes", "detail": "Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei said Tehran had conveyed its concerns in response to a new U.S. proposal and that exchanges were continuing through Pakistan. The Guardian cited Reuters reporting that Pakistan had shared a revised Iranian peace proposal with Washington, while Trump warned that Iran's clock was ticking and Axios reported he would meet advisers Tuesday to discuss military options. Reported Iranian demands include compensation, an end to the U.S. blockade of Iranian ports, a halt to fighting on all fronts including Lebanon, and recognition of Iranian sovereignty over Hormuz.", "lat": 35.6892, "lng": 51.389, "tid": "iran-responds-us-peace-proposal-pakistan-mediator-trump-clock-ticking-may18", "tn": "Iran answers U.S. proposal", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — The mediated exchange keeps diplomacy alive, but Trump's public deadline and military-options meeting signal the ceasefire could collapse if the proposal stalls", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu liveblog, May 18 — Responded to latest U.S. peace proposal, says Iran", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-war-live-may-18-2026/article70992340.ece" }, { "name": "The Guardian liveblog, May 18 — Revised Iranian proposal to end war shared with U.S.", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/may/18/us-israel-iran-lebanon-donald-trump-hormuz-oil-latest-news-updates" }, { "name": "Reuters, May 17 — Diplomatic deadlock and Trump 'clock is ticking' warning", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/abu-dhabi-says-drone-strike-caused-fire-barakah-nuclear-power-plant-no-injuries-2026-05-17/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-18", "time": "morning", "side": "iran", "title": "Iran says it is drafting a joint Hormuz navigation mechanism with Oman", "detail": "Iran's Foreign Ministry said expert-level talks with Oman in Muscat were producing a joint security mechanism for safe transit through the Strait of Hormuz. Spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei said Iran's maritime measures complied with international law, argued that littoral states may levy fees for navigational services and environmental protection, and framed the plan as a sovereignty and safe-passage mechanism rather than a purely financial toll scheme.", "lat": 26.566, "lng": 56.25, "tid": "iran-oman-joint-hormuz-navigation-security-mechanism-may18", "tn": "Iran-Oman Hormuz mechanism", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — Tehran is trying to formalize managed Hormuz transit through Oman, giving its blockade/toll posture a diplomatic wrapper while the U.S.-led coalition prepares a competing freedom-of-navigation mission", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "WANA, May 18 — Iran and Oman Developing Joint Navigation Mechanism for Strait of Hormuz", "url": "https://wanaen.com/iran-and-oman-developing-joint-navigation-mechanism-for-strait-of-hormuz/" }, { "name": "The Hindu liveblog, May 18 — Iran says talks continue through Pakistani mediator and U.S. proposal answered", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-war-live-may-18-2026/article70992340.ece" }, { "name": "Reuters, May 17 — Iran prepared mechanism to manage Strait of Hormuz traffic", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/abu-dhabi-says-drone-strike-caused-fire-barakah-nuclear-power-plant-no-injuries-2026-05-17/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-18", "time": "afternoon", "side": "iran", "title": "Iran launches Persian Gulf Strait Authority and says unauthorized Hormuz transit is illegal", "detail": "Iran's Supreme National Security Council and Revolutionary Guards amplified the newly public Persian Gulf Strait Authority, which presented itself as Tehran's legal authority for managing passage through the Strait of Hormuz and said vessels need full coordination with Iranian authorities. Maritime reporting said the move formalized a permission-based transit regime after days of warnings that shipowners would have to request authorization, provide vessel and cargo details, and potentially face sanctions risk if they paid Iranian transit fees.", "lat": 26.5667, "lng": 56.25, "tid": "iran-launches-pgsa-unauthorized-hormuz-transit-illegal-may18", "tn": "PGSA controls Hormuz", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — Tehran moved from threats and toll planning to a public permission regime for Hormuz, directly challenging freedom of navigation and complicating any commercial return to the chokepoint", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "gCaptain, May 18 — Iran launches official Persian Gulf Strait Authority account and declares unauthorized Hormuz transit illegal", "url": "https://gcaptain.com/iran-launches-official-persian-gulf-strait-authority-account-declares-unauthorized-hormuz-transit-illegal/" }, { "name": "The Hindu liveblog, May 18 — Iran officially announces new body to manage Strait of Hormuz", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-war-live-may-18-2026/article70992340.ece" }, { "name": "BSS/AFP, May 18 — Iran's top security body announces new Hormuz body", "url": "https://www.bssnews.net/international/388230" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-18", "time": "afternoon", "side": "iran", "title": "IRGC says it struck U.S.- and Israel-linked smuggling groups near Iraq border", "detail": "Iran's Revolutionary Guards said they struck groups in Baneh, in Iran's western Kurdistan province near the Iraqi border. The Guards claimed the groups came from northern Iraq, were acting on behalf of the United States and Israel, and were trying to smuggle a large shipment of American weapons and ammunition into Iran.", "lat": 35.9975, "lng": 45.8853, "tid": "irgc-strikes-us-israel-linked-smuggling-groups-baneh-kurdistan-may18", "tn": "IRGC Baneh strike", "dmg": 1, "cas": 0, "dl": "MODERATE — The reported IRGC strike shows Iran treating its Iraqi Kurdistan frontier as an active infiltration route during the ceasefire, widening internal-security pressure beyond the Gulf and Lebanon fronts", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "BSS/AFP, May 18 — Iran Guards target Kurdish area near Iraq border", "url": "https://www.bssnews.net/international/388230" }, { "name": "The Hindu liveblog, May 18 — Iran Guards say struck groups linked to U.S., Israel in Kurdish area near Iraq", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-war-live-may-18-2026/article70992340.ece" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-18", "time": "evening", "side": "us", "title": "Trump says he delayed a scheduled Iran attack after Gulf leaders requested time for talks", "detail": "U.S. President Donald Trump said he postponed a planned Tuesday attack on Iran after the leaders of Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the UAE told him serious negotiations were under way and asked for two or three days. Trump said he had ordered U.S. forces not to conduct the scheduled attack but to remain ready for a full, large-scale assault at a moment's notice if an acceptable deal is not reached. Al Jazeera also reported U.S. officials said the blockade of Iranian ports had redirected at least 85 ships.", "lat": 38.8977, "lng": -77.0365, "tid": "trump-delays-scheduled-iran-attack-gulf-leaders-talks-may18", "tn": "Trump delays attack", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "CRITICAL — Washington publicly put a specific strike on pause rather than cancelling it, creating a short diplomatic window while keeping the ceasefire one failed negotiation away from renewed U.S. attacks", "dc": "dmg-critical", "sources": [ { "name": "Al Jazeera, May 18 — Trump delays scheduled attack on Iran, crediting serious negotiations", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/5/18/trump-delays-scheduled-attack-on-iran-crediting-serious-negotiations" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera liveblog, May 18 — Trump delays Iran strike after Gulf requests; U.S. says at least 85 ships redirected", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/amp/news/liveblog/2026/5/18/iran-war-live-trump-warns-clock-ticking-saudi-uae-report-drone-attacks" }, { "name": "The Hindu liveblog, May 18/19 — Trump says delaying Iran attack at request of Gulf leaders", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-war-live-may-18-2026/article70992340.ece" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-19", "time": "morning", "side": "israel", "title": "Israel expands south Lebanon attacks as Hezbollah drone and rocket fire continues", "detail": "Al Jazeera reported fresh Israeli air raids on al-Shahabiya, the outskirts of Ar-Rihan, Majdal Selem and Kfar Sir, artillery shelling around Beit Yahoun and Dbayn, and a drone strike on a motorcycle in Froun that killed at least one person according to Lebanon's NNA. Israel's military said it launched an interceptor at a suspected aerial target over occupied Lebanese territory, while the previous evening Hezbollah said it targeted Israeli soldiers in Rachaf with drones and continued rocket and drone attacks in southern Lebanon.", "lat": 33.1795, "lng": 35.4625, "tid": "israel-south-lebanon-strikes-hezbollah-drones-froun-killed-may19", "tn": "South Lebanon attacks", "dmg": 2, "cas": 1, "dl": "HEAVY — Daily Israeli strikes and Hezbollah drone fire show the extended Lebanon ceasefire remains mostly nominal, with the front still producing deaths, displacement and air-defense incidents", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "Al Jazeera liveblog, May 19 — Israeli air raids, Froun motorcycle strike and suspected aerial target over Galilee", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/amp/news/liveblog/2026/5/19/iran-war-live-trump-says-iran-attack-postponed-at-request-of-gulf-allies" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera liveblog, May 18 — Hezbollah claims drone attack on Israeli army in southern Lebanon", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/amp/news/liveblog/2026/5/18/iran-war-live-trump-warns-clock-ticking-saudi-uae-report-drone-attacks" }, { "name": "BSS/AFP, May 18 — Hezbollah targets Israel as Israeli strikes continue in south Lebanon", "url": "https://www.bssnews.net/international/388230" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-19", "time": "afternoon", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "Trump says Xi promised not to arm Iran as U.S. strike deadline narrows", "detail": "After returning from China, Trump said Xi Jinping had promised Beijing would not send weapons to Iran and also wanted the Strait of Hormuz open. Trump said he had been about an hour from approving a new Iran strike before putting it on hold and warned Tehran had only a few days — possibly until Friday, Saturday, Sunday or early the next week — to return to negotiations. Iran's parliament security committee chair Ebrahim Azizi said any new U.S. attack would face a decisive military response.", "lat": 39.9042, "lng": 116.4074, "tid": "trump-xi-no-weapons-iran-us-strike-deadline-may19", "tn": "Xi no-arms assurance", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — Washington tried to box China out of any Iranian rearmament channel while keeping a near-term strike threat alive, tightening the diplomatic clock around the ceasefire window", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Al Jazeera, May 19 — Trump says Xi assured him China would not send weapons to Iran", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/5/19/trump-says-xi-assured-him-china-would-not-send-weapons-to-iran" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-19", "time": "afternoon", "side": "economic", "title": "U.S. extends Russian oil sanctions waiver as Hormuz disruption keeps crude above $110", "detail": "The U.S. Treasury extended by 30 days a sanctions waiver for Russian oil and petroleum products already loaded on tankers at sea, saying the measure would help vulnerable countries access supply and stabilize physical crude markets. Al Jazeera reported Brent traded around $110 after renewed U.S. strike fears, while analysts said the waiver would offer only limited relief because Hormuz traffic remained disrupted and Middle Eastern supply losses outweighed stranded Russian barrels.", "lat": 38.8977, "lng": -77.0365, "tid": "us-extends-russian-oil-waiver-hormuz-crude-above-110-may19", "tn": "Russian oil waiver extended", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — The waiver shows the Iran war is still forcing emergency energy-market workarounds, with Washington easing pressure on Russian oil despite sanctions politics because Hormuz constraints continue to dominate supply risk", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Al Jazeera, May 19 — US extends sanctions waiver on Russian oil: Why it matters", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/5/19/us-extends-sanctions-waiver-on-russian-oil-why-it-matters" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-20", "time": "morning", "side": "iran", "title": "Iran army warns it will open 'new fronts' if U.S. attacks resume", "detail": "Iran's army warned that renewed U.S. attacks would trigger broader retaliation using new equipment and methods. Army spokesman Mohammad Akraminia said Tehran would open new fronts if conflict resumes, while Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Iran had learned military lessons from previous hostilities and that a return to war would feature many more surprises. The warning came as Trump gave Iran two to three days to reach a deal and Vice President JD Vance said talks were making good progress but the U.S. remained ready to resume military operations.", "lat": 35.6892, "lng": 51.389, "tid": "iran-army-warns-new-fronts-surprises-if-us-attacks-resume-may20", "tn": "Iran new-fronts warning", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "CRITICAL — Tehran's explicit threat to widen the battlefield raises the cost of any U.S. restart and signals the ceasefire could collapse into a broader regional escalation rather than a repeat of earlier strike exchanges", "dc": "dmg-critical", "sources": [ { "name": "Al Jazeera, May 20 — Iran war day 82: Tehran warns of ‘new fronts’ as Trump sets deadline", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/5/20/iran-war-day-82-tehran-warns-of-new-fronts-as-trump-sets-deadline" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera liveblog, May 20 — Tehran warns US of ‘surprises’; Xi, Putin meet in Beijing", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2026/5/20/iran-war-live-tehran-warns-of-many-more-surprises-if-conflict-resumes" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-20", "time": "morning", "side": "israel", "title": "Israeli strikes kill 19 in south Lebanon as Hezbollah reports 26 attacks", "detail": "Lebanon's health ministry said Israeli attacks across southern Lebanon killed 19 people, including ten people in Deir Qanun al-Nahr in the Tyre district, among them three children and three women. Nine others were killed in separate strikes elsewhere in the south, and the ministry condemned the destruction of a primary healthcare centre in al-Maashouq, saying 31 health facilities had been hit during the conflict. Hezbollah said it carried out 26 attacks against Israeli forces inside southern Lebanon, including clashes near Haddatha and attacks on troop gatherings near Rachaf.", "lat": 33.257, "lng": 35.2816, "tid": "israeli-strikes-kill-19-south-lebanon-hezbollah-26-attacks-may20", "tn": "South Lebanon escalation", "dmg": 3, "cas": 19, "dl": "HEAVY — The Lebanon front intensified sharply despite the ceasefire framework, with a double-digit civilian death toll, healthcare damage and Hezbollah claiming one of its busiest attack days of the pause", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "Al Jazeera, May 20 — Iran war day 82: Tehran warns of ‘new fronts’ as Trump sets deadline", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/5/20/iran-war-day-82-tehran-warns-of-new-fronts-as-trump-sets-deadline" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-20", "time": "morning", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "Xi and Putin meet in Beijing with Iran ceasefire and energy deals on agenda", "detail": "Xi Jinping hosted Vladimir Putin in Beijing for talks expected to focus on energy, weapons and strategic coordination shaped by the wars in Iran and Ukraine. Xi said a comprehensive ceasefire in the Iran war was urgently needed, that resuming hostilities was inadvisable and that maintaining negotiations was particularly important. Putin praised strong momentum in Russia-China cooperation, while the Kremlin said the sides would sign about 40 agreements and discuss core interests including sovereignty and national unity.", "lat": 39.9042, "lng": 116.4074, "tid": "xi-putin-beijing-iran-ceasefire-energy-weapons-talks-may20", "tn": "Xi-Putin Iran talks", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — Beijing and Moscow used the ceasefire window to coordinate on energy and security, making the Iran war a central issue in great-power alignment rather than only a regional battlefield", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Al Jazeera, May 20 — China’s Xi Jinping, Russian President Vladimir Putin hold talks in Beijing", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/5/20/chinas-xi-jinping-and-russian-president-vladimir-putin-meet-in-beijing" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-20", "time": "afternoon", "side": "us", "title": "U.S. boards Iranian-flagged tanker suspected of breaching blockade", "detail": "U.S. Central Command said American forces boarded and searched the Iranian-flagged oil tanker M/T Celestial Sea in the Gulf of Oman, then redirected it after suspecting it was heading for an Iranian port in violation of the U.S. blockade. The Associated Press reported it was at least the fifth commercial vessel boarded since the mid-April blockade, and noted U.S. officials said roughly 1,550 vessels from 87 countries remained stranded in the Persian Gulf while Washington tried to pressure Tehran to reopen Hormuz and accept a war-ending deal.", "lat": 25.35, "lng": 58.6, "tid": "us-boards-iranian-tanker-celestial-sea-gulf-of-oman-may20", "tn": "U.S. boards tanker", "dmg": 1, "cas": 0, "dl": "HEAVY — The boarding shows Washington is still enforcing the blockade during the diplomatic pause, creating a direct maritime escalation channel even while strike orders are on hold", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "Associated Press, May 20 — US military boards Iranian-flagged oil tanker suspected of trying to breach blockade", "url": "https://www.actionnewsjax.com/news/politics/us-military-boards/BLOQW7G4VE7UZMZL5VPUNMT45A/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-20", "time": "evening", "side": "iran", "title": "Iran publishes Hormuz controlled-zone map reaching toward Fujairah", "detail": "Iran's Persian Gulf Strait Authority released a map of what it called its regulatory jurisdiction over the Strait of Hormuz, saying transit required authorization from the new authority. The claimed zone ran from Kuh-e Mubarak on Iran's coast to waters south of Fujairah in the UAE and back toward Qeshm and Umm Al-Quwain, effectively asserting oversight near the UAE oil-export infrastructure built to bypass Hormuz. Reuters reported Tehran said it wanted to reopen the strait to friendly countries that obey its terms, potentially including access fees Washington rejects.", "lat": 25.1288, "lng": 56.3265, "tid": "iran-pgsa-controlled-zone-map-south-of-fujairah-may20", "tn": "Hormuz zone map", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — Tehran moved its Hormuz claim from warnings to mapped jurisdiction, expanding pressure toward Fujairah and challenging Gulf bypass routes as part of the ceasefire bargaining position", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu/AFP, May 21 — Iran's Hormuz authority claims control of waters south of UAE port", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-us-war-may-21-2026-live-updates/article71004744.ece" }, { "name": "Reuters via Al-Monitor, May 21 — Tehran reviewing latest US response as Trump suggests he can wait", "url": "https://www.al-monitor.com/originals/2026/05/tehran-reviewing-latest-us-response-trump-suggests-he-can-wait" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-21", "time": "morning", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "Iran reviews latest U.S. response as Pakistan sends army chief to Tehran", "detail": "Iran said it had received and was reviewing the latest U.S. views on a possible deal to end the war, with Pakistan continuing to carry messages between Tehran and Washington. Reuters reported Pakistani Army Chief Asim Munir was due in Tehran as part of the mediation, while Trump said he could wait a few days for the right answers but warned that renewed attacks could come quickly if diplomacy failed. Iran's Revolutionary Guards warned that any repeat aggression would make the promised regional war spread beyond the region.", "lat": 35.6892, "lng": 51.389, "tid": "iran-reviews-us-response-pakistan-army-chief-mediation-may21", "tn": "Pakistan mediation", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "CRITICAL — The ceasefire window remained open but compressed, with Pakistan acting as the active conduit while both Washington and the IRGC paired negotiations with immediate escalation threats", "dc": "dmg-critical", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters via Al-Monitor, May 21 — Tehran reviewing latest US response as Trump suggests he can wait", "url": "https://www.al-monitor.com/originals/2026/05/tehran-reviewing-latest-us-response-trump-suggests-he-can-wait" }, { "name": "CBS News, May 21 — Iran looking over latest U.S. peace proposals, state media say", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-trump-irgc-threatens-attacks-beyond-region/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-21", "time": "morning", "side": "military", "title": "U.S. intelligence reportedly sees Iran rebuilding drone production faster than expected", "detail": "CNN reported, citing U.S. intelligence assessments, that Iran had already restarted parts of its drone production during the six-week ceasefire and was rebuilding its military-industrial base faster than initially estimated. Reuters said it could not independently verify the report, which landed as Trump warned the United States remained ready to resume attacks if Tehran did not accept a deal.", "lat": 35.6892, "lng": 51.389, "tid": "iran-drone-production-rebuilds-faster-than-expected-us-intel-may21", "tn": "Iran drone rebuild", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — If accurate, the intelligence assessment means the ceasefire is allowing Iran to regenerate strike capacity faster than Washington expected, raising pressure for either a deal or renewed military action", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters via Al-Monitor, May 21 — Iran rebuilding military industrial base faster than expected, CNN reports", "url": "https://www.al-monitor.com/originals/2026/05/iran-rebuilding-military-industrial-base-faster-expected-cnn-reports" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://ynet-pic1.yit.co.il/picserver6/wcm_upload/2026/05/28/ByjXNwSeGl/photo_2026_05_28_09_43_29.jpg", "source": "Airbus DS via CNN/Ynet", "captureDate": "2026-04-10", "description": "Airbus satellite imagery shows debris-clearing work at blocked tunnel entrances as Iran restores access to underground missile sites after the ceasefire" }, { "url": "https://ynet-pic1.yit.co.il/picserver6/wcm_upload/2026/05/28/S1WsQEDSefe/photo_2026_05_28_09_43_34.jpg", "source": "Airbus DS via CNN/Ynet", "captureDate": "2026-04-10", "description": "Airbus imagery cited by CNN/Ynet shows debris removal at a missile base south of Tabriz and similar clearing at Khomein, part of at least 50 cleared access points across 18 sites" }, { "url": "https://ynet-pic1.yit.co.il/picserver6/wcm_upload/2026/05/28/BJb3VDrlGl/1.jpg", "source": "Airbus DS via CNN/Ynet", "captureDate": "2026-04-22", "description": "Airbus imagery shows suspicious activity at the Mount Pickaxe underground complex, with eastern tunnel entrances blocked by soil during post-strike recovery activity" }, { "url": "https://www.israelhayom.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/iran-1.jpg", "source": "Airbus DS via CNN/Israel Hayom", "captureDate": "2026-04-10", "description": "Israel Hayom reproduction of CNN/Airbus satellite analysis showing Iran rapidly clearing blocked entrances and rebuilding missile and drone capabilities after strikes" }, { "url": "https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/480/cpsprodpb/a1c2/live/5b74d9a0-60f3-11f1-89a3-d1f559421220.png.webp", "source": "BBC Verify satellite image", "captureDate": "2026-06-11", "description": "Direct BBC-hosted satellite image shows evidence of ongoing repairs at Tabriz missile base, including excavated tunnel entrances and visible construction vehicles/heavy machinery." } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-21", "time": "morning", "side": "economic", "title": "Three supertankers exit Hormuz with 6 million barrels as traffic remains far below normal", "detail": "Shipping data from LSEG and Kpler showed three supertankers carrying about 6 million barrels of crude crossed out of the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday after waiting in the Gulf for more than two months, including the South Korean-flagged Universal Winner and Chinese-linked Yuan Gui Yang and Ocean Lily. Reuters reported the vessels used an Iran-designated transit route, while recent Hormuz traffic averaged only about 10 daily passages compared with 125 to 140 before the war; shipping groups warned vessels still faced drones, mines, aggressive Iranian hailing and congestion hazards.", "lat": 26.5667, "lng": 56.25, "tid": "three-supertankers-exit-hormuz-six-million-barrels-may21", "tn": "Tankers exit Hormuz", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — Limited tanker releases show Iran can selectively reopen Hormuz for approved traffic, but the tiny flow versus prewar volumes keeps global energy supply hostage to the blockade bargaining process", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters via AsiaOne, May 21 — Tankers exit Strait of Hormuz with 6 million barrels of crude oil", "url": "https://www.asiaone.com/world/tankers-exit-strait-hormuz-6-million-barrels-crude-oil" }, { "name": "Japan Times/Reuters, May 21 — Iran is consolidating control of Hormuz with checkpoints and diplomatic deals", "url": "https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/05/21/world/iran-control-hormuz-checkpoints/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-21", "time": "afternoon", "side": "iran-allies", "title": "Iraq condemns drone attacks on UAE and Saudi Arabia allegedly launched from Iraqi territory", "detail": "Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Faleh Al-Zaidi condemned alleged attacks launched from Iraq toward the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia, after the UAE said a drone that hit the Barakah nuclear plant area had come from Iraq and Saudi Arabia said it intercepted three drones entering its airspace from Iraq. Baghdad pledged joint investigations with Abu Dhabi and Riyadh and rejected the use of Iraqi territory or airspace as a launch point, highlighting the risk that Iran-backed Iraqi militias could widen the Gulf front during the ceasefire talks.", "lat": 33.3152, "lng": 44.3661, "tid": "iraq-condemns-uae-saudi-drone-attacks-launched-from-iraq-may21", "tn": "Iraq drone probe", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — Baghdad's public condemnation and joint-probe pledge show Gulf states are pressing Iraq to rein in militia launch sites after attacks on Saudi and UAE targets threatened to internationalize the proxy front", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News, May 21 — Iraq condemns attacks allegedly launched from within country on UAE, Saudi Arabia", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-trump-us-latest-peace-proposal/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-21", "time": "evening", "side": "us", "title": "House Republicans delay Iran war powers vote that appeared to have bipartisan support", "detail": "House Republican leaders called off a planned vote on legislation that would compel President Trump to withdraw from the Iran war after it appeared the measure had enough bipartisan support to pass. Democratic sponsor Gregory Meeks said supporters had the votes, while GOP leaders said absent lawmakers needed a chance to vote later, pushing the confrontation over congressional war powers into June as domestic pressure over the war and fuel prices mounted.", "lat": 38.8899, "lng": -77.0091, "tid": "house-delays-iran-war-powers-vote-bipartisan-support-may21", "tn": "War powers delayed", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — The delayed vote signals Congress is increasingly willing to challenge Trump's Iran campaign, adding a domestic political constraint while the administration weighs renewed strikes versus a negotiated settlement", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News/AP, May 21 — House Republicans call off vote on Iran war resolution that appeared to have enough support to pass", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-trump-us-latest-peace-proposal/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-22", "time": "early morning", "side": "israel", "title": "Israeli airstrike kills two armed men in southern Lebanon amid Hezbollah exchanges", "detail": "Israel said it carried out an airstrike in southern Lebanon that killed two armed individuals moving suspiciously near Israeli territory, while Lebanon's state media reported overnight strikes in the Tyre district killed four and wounded two medics at an Islamic Health Committee site. The strike followed a May 21 attack that damaged Tibnin public hospital and wounded nine people, underscoring that the Hezbollah-Israel front remains active despite the extended Israel-Lebanon truce.", "lat": 33.27, "lng": 35.2, "tid": "israeli-airstrike-kills-two-armed-men-southern-lebanon-may22", "tn": "S. Lebanon strike", "dmg": 20, "cas": 4, "dl": "HEAVY — Continued Israeli strikes and Hezbollah exchanges keep Lebanon as an active secondary front even while Washington and Tehran negotiate over the main war", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News, May 22 — Israeli military says strike killed 2 in south Lebanon", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-trump-us-latest-peace-proposal/" }, { "name": "New Indian Express/AFP, May 22 — US pins hopes on mediator Pakistan in push to end Iran war", "url": "https://www.newindianexpress.com/amp/story/world/2026/May/22/us-pins-hopes-on-mediator-pakistan-in-push-to-end-iran-war" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-22", "time": "morning", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "Pakistan presses new Tehran talks as uranium and Hormuz tolls block U.S.-Iran deal", "detail": "Iranian media reported Pakistani Interior Minister Syed Mohsin Naqvi met Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi in Tehran two days after presenting the latest U.S. message, while Secretary of State Marco Rubio said there were \"some good signs\" but no deal was possible if Iran enforced Hormuz tolls. Reuters reported a senior Iranian source said gaps had narrowed, but uranium enrichment and control of the Strait of Hormuz remained key sticking points; Trump said the United States would recover and likely destroy Iran's highly enriched uranium and rejected tolls on the international waterway.", "lat": 35.6892, "lng": 51.389, "tid": "pakistan-tehran-talks-uranium-hormuz-tolls-block-us-iran-deal-may22", "tn": "Talks hit sticking points", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "CRITICAL — The mediation channel is still alive, but the two hardest issues — Iran's uranium stockpile and whether Tehran can monetize/control Hormuz — remain unresolved red lines for both sides", "dc": "dmg-critical", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters via Al-Monitor, May 22 — Pakistan seeks breakthrough in US-Iran peace talks", "url": "https://www.al-monitor.com/originals/2026/05/pakistan-seeks-breakthrough-us-iran-peace-talks" }, { "name": "Jerusalem Post/Reuters, May 22 — US and Iran dispute over uranium stockpile, Strait of Hormuz, Pakistan attempts mediation", "url": "https://www.jpost.com/international/article-897010" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-22", "time": "morning", "side": "iran", "title": "IRGC says 31 vessels transited Hormuz under its coordination in 24 hours", "detail": "Iran's IRGC Navy said 31 commercial vessels, including oil tankers and container ships, passed through the Strait of Hormuz over the previous 24 hours under IRGC coordination and security protection. The statement came after Iran's Persian Gulf Strait Authority defined a formal supervisory zone and permit process, and after Reuters reported that Iran was vetting ship affiliation, cargo, ownership, routes and crew to identify U.S. or Israeli links before allowing transit.", "lat": 26.5667, "lng": 56.25, "tid": "irgc-says-31-vessels-transited-hormuz-under-coordination-may22", "tn": "31 Hormuz transits", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC — Tehran is turning limited shipping passage into proof of administrative control, keeping traffic far below prewar norms while normalizing IRGC vetting and permit authority over Hormuz", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Islam Times, May 22 — IRGC coordinates safe passage of 31 vessels via Hormuz Strait", "url": "https://www.islamtimes.com/en/news/1281531/irgc-coordinates-safe-passage-of-31-vessels-via-hormuz-strait" }, { "name": "Reuters via Al-Monitor, May 22 — Pakistan seeks breakthrough in US-Iran peace talks", "url": "https://www.al-monitor.com/originals/2026/05/pakistan-seeks-breakthrough-us-iran-peace-talks" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-22", "time": "afternoon", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "France readies UN resolution for international Hormuz mission as U.S.-Bahrain vote stalls", "detail": "France prepared a United Nations Security Council resolution proposing an international mission to restore shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, while a competing U.S.-Bahraini text demanding that Iran stop attacks and mining in the strait remained stalled by expected Russian and Chinese resistance. The French draft underscored that control of Hormuz had become a central obstacle to ending the war and reopening global energy routes.", "lat": 26.5667, "lng": 56.25, "tid": "france-un-resolution-international-hormuz-mission-may22", "tn": "France Hormuz UN draft", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "DIPLOMATIC — Paris moves to internationalize the Hormuz crisis as Security Council options split between Western-backed texts and likely Russia-China vetoes", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Dawn/Reuters, May 22 — France readies UN resolution on Hormuz as vote on US text stalls", "url": "https://www.dawn.com/news/2002306/france-readies-un-resolution-on-hormuz-as-vote-on-us-text-stalls" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera, May 23 — Iran war day 85: Tehran says major gaps remain in US talks", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/5/23/iran-war-day-85-tehran-says-major-gaps-remain-in-us-talks" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-22", "time": "evening", "side": "us", "title": "U.S. prepares possible new strikes as Rubio describes Hormuz military “Plan B”", "detail": "CBS News reported that the Trump administration was preparing for a fresh round of military strikes against Iran, though no final decision had been made, as some military and intelligence personnel canceled Memorial Day plans and overseas recall rosters were updated. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Washington expected Iran’s response through Pakistan and described talks with NATO members about reopening the Strait of Hormuz by military force as a “Plan B” if Iran refused to do so voluntarily.", "lat": 38.9072, "lng": -77.0369, "tid": "us-prepares-possible-new-iran-strikes-hormuz-plan-b-may22", "tn": "U.S. strike planning", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "ESCALATION RISK — Washington keeps strike packages and a military Hormuz option ready while awaiting Iran’s answer to what officials framed as a final diplomatic offer", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News, May 22 — U.S. prepares for new military strikes against Iran", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/news/us-prepares-new-military-strikes-against-iran/" }, { "name": "CBS News live updates, May 23 — Rubio says tolls on Strait of Hormuz not acceptable", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-trump-us-peace-talks-strait-of-hormuz-control/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-22", "time": "evening", "side": "israel", "title": "Israeli strikes kill 10 in south Lebanon including rescuers and child", "detail": "Lebanon’s health ministry said Israeli airstrikes in southern Lebanon killed 10 people, including six rescuers and a Syrian child, with strikes reported on Hanouiyeh and Deir Qanoun al-Nahr near Tyre. The toll came the same day Israel said it had killed two armed individuals near the border, while Hezbollah said it targeted Israeli troops and positions despite the U.S.-brokered Israel-Lebanon ceasefire.", "lat": 33.2167, "lng": 35.2167, "tid": "israeli-strikes-kill-ten-rescuers-child-south-lebanon-may22", "tn": "South Lebanon strikes", "dmg": 25, "cas": 10, "dl": "DEADLY — Strikes on rescue-linked sites around Tyre push the Lebanon front higher despite the nominal ceasefire and ongoing U.S. mediation", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News live updates, May 22 — Lebanon says Israeli strikes kill 10", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-trump-us-peace-talks-strait-of-hormuz-control/" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera, May 23 — Iran war day 85: Tehran says major gaps remain in US talks", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/5/23/iran-war-day-85-tehran-says-major-gaps-remain-in-us-talks" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-23", "time": "early morning", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "Pakistan and Qatar press Tehran mediation as Iran says gaps with U.S. remain deep", "detail": "Pakistan’s army chief Field Marshal Asim Munir met Iranian officials in Tehran as Pakistan and Qatar intensified mediation efforts to secure a U.S.-Iran peace deal. Iranian officials said the talks had entered a decisive stage but that differences remained “deep and significant,” with Tehran prioritizing an end to the war, lifting the U.S. blockade and stability in the Strait of Hormuz while Washington said some progress had been made but warned it still had other options.", "lat": 35.6892, "lng": 51.389, "tid": "pakistan-qatar-tehran-mediation-deep-gaps-us-iran-talks-may23", "tn": "Tehran mediation", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "DIPLOMATIC — Regional mediators are carrying proposals between Washington and Tehran, but uranium, the blockade and Hormuz control still block a final settlement", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Al Jazeera, May 23 — Iran war day 85: Tehran says major gaps remain in US talks", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/5/23/iran-war-day-85-tehran-says-major-gaps-remain-in-us-talks" }, { "name": "CBS News live updates, May 23 — Pakistan’s army chief meets with Iranian officials in Tehran", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-trump-us-peace-talks-strait-of-hormuz-control/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-23", "time": "early morning", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "UN nuclear nonproliferation review collapses amid U.S.-Iran dispute", "detail": "A four-week United Nations conference reviewing the Nuclear Nonproliferation Treaty ended without agreement as the United States and Iran clashed over Tehran’s nuclear program and attacks on Iranian nuclear sites. The conference chair said a key reason for the failure was language stating Iran could never seek, develop or acquire nuclear weapons; Iran objected to being singled out and argued U.S.-Israeli strikes violated international law, while the United States accused Tehran of shirking treaty obligations and denying IAEA access to bombed sites.", "lat": 40.7489, "lng": -73.968, "tid": "un-npt-review-fails-us-iran-nuclear-dispute-may23", "tn": "NPT review failure", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "NUCLEAR DIPLOMACY — The third straight failed NPT review highlights cracking nonproliferation consensus as the Iran war blocks inspection and accountability language", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Associated Press via KSAT, May 23 — Conference at UN to review nuclear nonproliferation treaty fails to reach agreement", "url": "https://www.ksat.com/news/politics/2026/05/23/conference-at-un-to-review-nuclear-nonproliferation-treaty-fails-to-reach-agreement/" }, { "name": "CBS News live updates, May 23 — U.N. conference to review nuclear proliferation treaty ends without deal", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-trump-us-peace-talks-strait-of-hormuz-control/" } ] }, { "tid": "us-iran-deal-framework-hormuz-reopen-may24", "date": "2026-05-24", "time": "morning", "title": "U.S.-Iran deal framework nears completion with Hormuz reopening at center", "tn": "Hormuz deal framework", "detail": "President Donald Trump said a memorandum of understanding to end the Iran war had been \"largely negotiated\" and would include reopening the Strait of Hormuz, while Pakistan and Gulf mediators reported encouraging progress. Reuters reported the draft approach would formally end the war, address the Hormuz closure and open a short follow-on negotiation window; Iran’s Fars agency disputed Trump’s description as nearly final and said Tehran expected to retain management of the strait. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said significant progress had been made but repeated U.S. demands that the strait be open without tolls and that Iran never obtain a nuclear weapon.", "dl": "DIPLOMATIC BREAKTHROUGH — Mediators move toward a war-ending framework centered on reopening Hormuz, though Iran and Washington still differ over strait control and nuclear terms", "lat": 26.566, "lng": 56.25, "side": "diplomacy", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters, May 23/24 — Trump says framework of Iran deal 'largely negotiated,' with provision to reopen strait", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/us-iran-report-progress-talks-ending-war-looking-next-few-days-2026-05-23/" }, { "name": "The Guardian live updates, May 24 — Rubio says significant progress made in talks with Iran", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/may/24/iran-deal-strait-of-hormuz-trump-middle-east-crisis-live" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera live updates, May 24 — Trump says Iran deal largely negotiated; Pakistan says talks soon", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2026/5/24/live-trump-says-new-iran-deal-largely-negotiated-with-talks-very-soon" } ] }, { "tid": "nabatieh-civil-defense-facility-destroyed-israeli-strike-may24", "date": "2026-05-24", "time": "early morning", "title": "Israeli strike destroys Lebanon Civil Defense facility in Nabatieh", "tn": "Nabatieh civil defense hit", "detail": "Lebanon’s Civil Defense said an Israeli strike directly hit and destroyed its regional facility in Nabatieh, collapsing the building and damaging many vehicles and pieces of rescue equipment. No personnel casualties were reported because staff had been moved beforehand. The agency condemned the strike on a humanitarian and relief center, while AFP noted Israeli attacks have continued in Lebanon despite the April 17 truce and that Lebanon’s Health Ministry has recorded 123 rescuers and health workers killed since Hezbollah entered the wider regional war on March 2.", "dl": "LEBANON FRONT — A strike on Nabatieh’s emergency-services hub destroys rescue capacity as Israel-Hezbollah fighting persists despite the Lebanon truce", "lat": 33.3772, "lng": 35.4838, "side": "israel", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "dmg": 1, "cas": 0, "sources": [ { "name": "AFP via Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, May 24 — Lebanon civil defence says Israeli strike destroys its Nabatieh facility", "url": "https://www.bssnews.net/international/389920" }, { "name": "Dawn/AFP, May 24 — Lebanon Civil Defence says Israeli strike destroys its Nabatieh facility", "url": "https://www.dawn.com/news/2002723/lebanon-civil-defence-says-israeli-strike-destroys-its-nabatieh-facility" } ] }, { "tid": "iran-executes-mojtaba-kian-war-intelligence-charges-may24", "date": "2026-05-24", "time": "morning", "title": "Iran executes Mojtaba Kian on war-related U.S. and Israel intelligence charges", "tn": "Iran wartime execution", "detail": "Iran executed Mojtaba Kian after accusing him of sending information about the country’s defense industry to the United States and Israel during the war, according to the judiciary’s Mizan news agency. The execution marks another wartime security case tied directly to allegations of intelligence sharing with Iran’s battlefield enemies.", "dl": "INTERNAL SECURITY — Tehran carries out a wartime execution over alleged defense-industry intelligence passed to the U.S. and Israel", "lat": 35.6892, "lng": 51.389, "side": "iran", "dc": "dmg-none", "dmg": 0, "cas": 1, "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters, May 24 — Iran executes person for sending information to US, Israel during war, judiciary says", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/iran-executes-person-sending-information-us-israel-during-war-judiciary-says-2026-05-24/" }, { "name": "U.S. News/Reuters, May 24 — Iran executes person for sending information to US, Israel during war", "url": "https://www.usnews.com/news/world/articles/2026-05-24/iran-executes-person-for-sending-information-to-us-israel-during-war-judiciary-says" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-24", "time": "evening", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "U.S. intelligence says Iran’s hidden supreme leader is slowing deal approvals", "detail": "U.S. officials told CBS News that Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei was holed up in an undisclosed location with little outside access and could be reached only through a courier network, creating delays as Tehran’s negotiators sought approval for a possible war-ending deal. Officials said Khamenei had given broad direction on the current draft but that final messages moved slowly through Iran’s wartime security system after U.S.-Israeli strikes eliminated much of the senior leadership.", "lat": 35.6892, "lng": 51.389, "tid": "iran-hidden-supreme-leader-courier-delays-deal-may24", "tn": "Khamenei courier delays", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "COMMAND STRAIN — Iran’s wartime leadership security measures slow approval of the emerging U.S.-Iran deal and complicate final negotiations", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News, May 24 — Iran's supreme leader is holed up in undisclosed location, U.S. intelligence says", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/news/iran-supreme-leader-holed-up-undisclosed-location-mojtaba-khamenei/" }, { "name": "CBS News live updates, May 24 — Supreme leader holed up; deal details slow to emerge", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-trump-us-peace-talks-strait-of-hormuz-control/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-25", "time": "morning", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "U.S. and Iran say deal framework exists but breakthrough is not imminent", "detail": "Reuters reported that Washington and Tehran both tempered expectations for an immediate end to the three-month war even as negotiators worked from a framework covering reopening the Strait of Hormuz, a time-limited nuclear negotiation and the fate of frozen Iranian funds. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said there was a “pretty solid” proposal and warned the United States would pursue other options if diplomacy failed, while Iranian foreign ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei said many issues had been concluded but no one could claim a signing was imminent. U.S. officials said Iran had agreed in principle to reopen Hormuz in exchange for the U.S. lifting its naval blockade and to dispose of highly enriched uranium, with a proposed 60-day window for final talks.", "lat": 26.5667, "lng": 56.25, "tid": "us-iran-framework-not-imminent-hormuz-uranium-may25", "tn": "Deal not imminent", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "DIPLOMATIC — A Hormuz-and-uranium framework is on the table, but both sides publicly slow expectations while keeping military alternatives alive", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters, May 25 — Iran and US play down hopes for imminent breakthrough in war", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/rubio-says-us-will-find-another-way-if-iran-talks-fail-2026-05-25/" }, { "name": "CBS News, May 24 — Iran agrees in principle to dispose of highly-enriched uranium, senior U.S. official says", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/news/iran-peace-deal-negotiations-highly-enriched-uranium/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-25", "time": "morning", "side": "israel", "title": "Israel orders evacuations from 10 Lebanese villages before new Hezbollah strikes", "detail": "Israel’s military warned residents of 10 Lebanese villages, mostly in southern Lebanon, to leave immediately and move at least 1,000 meters away ahead of expected strikes on alleged Hezbollah targets. The IDF said it was acting because Hezbollah had violated the ceasefire, signaling that the Lebanon front could widen again while U.S.-Iran negotiations were trying to include or stabilize a ceasefire extension.", "lat": 33.1199, "lng": 35.4339, "tid": "israel-evacuation-warning-ten-lebanon-villages-may25", "tn": "Lebanon evacuation warning", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "LEBANON FRONT — Israel warns civilians out of 10 villages, raising the risk of another major strike cycle despite ceasefire diplomacy", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News live updates, May 25 — Israel's military issues new evacuation warning to 10 Lebanon villages", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-trump-us-peace-talks-strait-of-hormuz-control/" }, { "name": "The Hindu, May 25 — Israel military issues new evacuation warning to 10 Lebanon villages", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/israel-military-issues-new-evacuation-warning-to-10-lebanon-villages/article71020141.ece" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-25", "time": "morning", "side": "hezbollah", "title": "Hezbollah drone kills Israeli combat engineer near Debel in south Lebanon", "detail": "The Israel Defense Forces said Sgt. Nehoray Leizer, a 19-year-old combat engineer in the 601st Battalion, was killed by an explosive Hezbollah drone near Debel in southern Lebanon and another soldier was seriously wounded. Times of Israel reported he was the 10th IDF soldier killed in southern Lebanon since the April ceasefire and the 23rd Israeli soldier killed in the Hezbollah front since the Iran war opened, underscoring the persistent lethality of Hezbollah FPV and explosive drones.", "lat": 33.117, "lng": 35.4, "tid": "hezbollah-drone-kills-idf-soldier-debel-lebanon-may25", "tn": "Hezbollah drone kills soldier", "dmg": 5, "cas": 2, "dl": "DEADLY — A Hezbollah explosive drone kills one Israeli soldier and seriously wounds another, showing the Lebanon ceasefire remains unstable", "dc": "dmg-light", "sources": [ { "name": "Times of Israel, May 25 — Soldier killed in south Lebanon by Hezbollah drone, another seriously wounded", "url": "https://www.timesofisrael.com/soldier-killed-in-south-lebanon-by-hezbollah-drone-another-seriously-wounded/" }, { "name": "The Guardian live, May 25 — Israeli soldier killed in southern Lebanon as crisis diplomacy continues", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/may/25/iran-war-news-middle-east-crisis-oil-price-us-tehran-peace-talks-deal-strait-hormuz" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-25", "time": "afternoon", "side": "us", "title": "U.S. strikes IRGC boats and missile launch sites near Strait of Hormuz", "detail": "U.S. Central Command said American forces carried out self-defense strikes in southern Iran to protect U.S. troops, targeting Iranian boats that were attempting to emplace mines and missile launch sites. Reuters reported explosions around Bandar Abbas and nearby coastal areas including Sirik and Jask before CENTCOM said it had struck the threats while using restraint during the ongoing ceasefire; Fox News cited a senior U.S. official saying two IRGC vessels and a surface-to-air missile site in Bandar Abbas were hit and that the ceasefire was not considered over.", "lat": 27.1832, "lng": 56.2666, "tid": "us-strikes-irgc-mine-boats-missile-sites-bandar-abbas-may25", "tn": "U.S. Hormuz strikes", "dmg": 4, "cas": 0, "dl": "CEASEFIRE STRAIN — U.S. forces hit mine-laying boats and missile sites on Iran’s Gulf coast even as Doha talks continue toward a war-ending framework", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters, May 25 — US launches fresh strikes on Iran as talks to end war proceed", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/rubio-says-us-will-find-another-way-if-iran-talks-fail-2026-05-25/" }, { "name": "Reuters, May 25 — Explosions heard in Iran, Mehr says Bandar Abbas situation under control", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/explosions-heard-iran-cause-unknown-iranian-media-reports-2026-05-25/" }, { "name": "Fox News live updates, May 25 — US launches self-defense strikes in southern Iran, CENTCOM says", "url": "https://www.foxnews.com/live-news/iran-war-news-trump-strait-hormuz-blockade-ceasefire-peace-deal-may-25" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-25", "time": "evening", "side": "israel", "title": "Israel escalates Lebanon campaign with strikes on Hezbollah sites in Bekaa and beyond", "detail": "Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel was at war with Hezbollah and would intensify its strikes, declaring that the military should press harder after repeated Hezbollah drone and rocket attacks. Reuters reported residents began fleeing Beirut’s southern suburbs after the statement, while the IDF said it was attacking Hezbollah sites in eastern Lebanon’s Bekaa Valley and other areas; Fox News, citing the IDF, reported more than 70 Hezbollah infrastructure sites were struck with 85 munitions across Lebanon and that Israeli aircraft killed Hezbollah operatives on motorcycles in the south.", "lat": 33.8463, "lng": 35.902, "tid": "israel-escalates-hezbollah-strikes-bekaa-lebanon-may25", "tn": "Bekaa escalation", "dmg": 3, "cas": 0, "dl": "LEBANON FRONT — Israel widens strikes after Hezbollah drone attacks, sending Beirut suburb residents fleeing and threatening ceasefire-linked diplomacy", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters, May 25 — Israel will escalate strikes against Hezbollah in Lebanon, Netanyahu says", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/israeli-right-wing-ministers-urge-netanyahu-resume-beirut-strikes-counter-2026-05-25/" }, { "name": "Fox News live updates, May 25 — Netanyahu orders military to intensify the blows against Hezbollah", "url": "https://www.foxnews.com/live-news/iran-war-news-trump-strait-hormuz-blockade-ceasefire-peace-deal-may-25" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-25", "time": "evening", "side": "iran", "title": "Pezeshkian orders international internet access reopened after wartime blackout", "detail": "Iranian state media reported that President Masoud Pezeshkian ordered international internet access reopened after what NetBlocks described as 87 consecutive days of wartime blackout. Reuters said the mechanism and timing for reconnection remained unclear, but the order marked a potential easing of information controls imposed after U.S. and Israeli strikes began on February 28, following earlier protest-related restrictions in January.", "lat": 35.6892, "lng": 51.389, "tid": "iran-orders-international-internet-reopened-wartime-blackout-may25", "tn": "Internet reopening order", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "INTERNAL CONTROL — Tehran signals a possible end to the 87-day international internet blackout that has obscured wartime casualties, executions and dissent", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters, May 25 — Iran's president orders reopening of international internet access, state media reports", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/irans-president-orders-reopening-international-internet-access-state-media-2026-05-25/" }, { "name": "Fox News live updates, May 25 — Pezeshkian orders internet reopened for Iranian citizens after nearly three-month blackout", "url": "https://www.foxnews.com/live-news/iran-war-news-trump-strait-hormuz-blockade-ceasefire-peace-deal-may-25" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-25", "time": "night", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "Reported Hormuz plan would reopen strait 30 days after U.S.-Iran deal", "detail": "Reuters, citing Nikkei and a Middle East diplomatic source, reported that U.S. and Iranian negotiators were discussing a plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz about 30 days after an agreement to end hostilities. Under the proposal, Iran would clear mines during the 30-day window, ships from all countries could then navigate freely and safely, and Iran would stop collecting transit fees; the early-April ceasefire would be extended for 60 days while nuclear talks continued. The report added operational detail to the broader framework that U.S. and Iranian officials said remained unfinished.", "lat": 26.5667, "lng": 56.25, "tid": "hormuz-reopen-30-days-after-us-iran-deal-plan-may25", "tn": "Hormuz 30-day plan", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "DIPLOMATIC DETAIL — Negotiators consider mine-clearing and a 30-day reopening schedule for Hormuz, linking maritime access to a 60-day ceasefire extension", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters, May 25 — Iran would open Strait of Hormuz 30 days after peace deal, Nikkei reports citing source", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/iran-would-open-strait-hormuz-30-days-after-deal-with-us-end-fighting-nikkei-2026-05-25/" }, { "name": "Reuters, May 25 — US launches fresh strikes on Iran as talks to end war proceed", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/rubio-says-us-will-find-another-way-if-iran-talks-fail-2026-05-25/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-26", "time": "early morning", "side": "iran", "title": "Iran says new U.S. Hormozgan strikes grossly violated ceasefire", "detail": "Iran’s foreign ministry said U.S. strikes in southern Hormozgan province near the Strait of Hormuz were a gross violation of the nearly seven-week ceasefire and showed bad faith while talks continued. Iranian state media reported blasts around Bandar Abbas, and the Revolutionary Guards said their air defenses had downed a U.S. drone and fired at another drone and a fighter jet that entered Iranian airspace over the Gulf region. The Guards said Iran reserved the right to retaliate, while Washington said the strikes were defensive and targeted missile launch sites and boats attempting to lay mines.", "lat": 27.1832, "lng": 56.2666, "tid": "iran-says-us-hormozgan-strikes-violated-ceasefire-may26", "tn": "Iran ceasefire protest", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "CEASEFIRE STRAIN — Tehran frames the U.S. Hormuz strikes as a truce violation and claims air-defense successes, keeping retaliation risk alive while negotiations continue", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters, May 26 — Iran says new US strikes violate ceasefire", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/rubio-says-iran-deal-could-take-days-us-launches-fresh-strikes-2026-05-26/" }, { "name": "The Hindu live updates, May 27 — New strikes threaten ceasefires in Iran, Lebanon", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-us-war-live-updates-27-may-2026-trump-peace-deal-pakistan-strait-of-hormuz/article71027588.ece" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-26", "time": "morning", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "Iranian media says negotiators seek $24B frozen-asset release in initial U.S. deal", "detail": "As U.S.-Iran talks continued through Qatar and Pakistan, Iranian media reported that top negotiator Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf had returned from Qatar after seeking the release of about $24 billion in frozen Iranian funds as part of an initial memorandum. Reuters reported Iranian sources described the funds as the last sticking point in a first-phase arrangement that would end hostilities, move Hormuz traffic over roughly 30 days and leave harder nuclear questions for a second 60-day negotiation phase.", "lat": 25.2854, "lng": 51.531, "tid": "iran-seeks-24b-frozen-assets-in-initial-us-deal-may26", "tn": "$24B asset demand", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "DIPLOMATIC STICKING POINT — Frozen Iranian funds emerge as a reported final hurdle in the initial ceasefire-and-Hormuz framework", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters, May 26 — Iran says new US strikes violate ceasefire", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/rubio-says-iran-deal-could-take-days-us-launches-fresh-strikes-2026-05-26/" }, { "name": "The Hindu live updates, May 27 — Iran media says negotiators seek $24 billion asset release in U.S. deal", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-us-war-live-updates-27-may-2026-trump-peace-deal-pakistan-strait-of-hormuz/article71027588.ece" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-26", "time": "afternoon", "side": "israel", "title": "Israel pounds Lebanon with more than 120 strikes and pushes beyond Yellow Line", "detail": "Reuters reported Lebanese security sources saying Israel hit southern and eastern Lebanon with more than 120 airstrikes, one of the heaviest bombing days in weeks, while Lebanon’s health ministry said the latest strikes killed 31 people and wounded 40, including children and women. CBS and The Guardian reported Israeli troops had begun operating beyond the roughly 10-kilometer Yellow Line inside south Lebanon, and Hezbollah said its fighters confronted Israeli troops trying to advance toward Zawtar al-Sharqiyah and other towns near the Litani River. Netanyahu said Israel was deepening operations and taking strategic areas despite the April Lebanon ceasefire.", "lat": 33.3772, "lng": 35.4838, "tid": "israel-120-strikes-lebanon-yellow-line-ground-push-may26", "tn": "Lebanon Yellow Line push", "dmg": 45, "cas": 31, "dl": "MAJOR ESCALATION — Israel’s heaviest Lebanon strike wave in weeks and a deeper ground push threaten the Lebanon truce and Iran deal framework", "dc": "dmg-critical", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters, May 26 — Iran says new US strikes violate ceasefire", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/rubio-says-iran-deal-could-take-days-us-launches-fresh-strikes-2026-05-26/" }, { "name": "CBS News live updates, May 26 — Lebanon says 31 killed, 40 wounded in Israeli strikes", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-trump-us-strikes-peace-talks-ceasefire/" }, { "name": "The Guardian live updates, May 26 — Israeli forces operating beyond Yellow Line in south Lebanon", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/may/26/iran-war-live-updates-us-attacks-iran-missile-sites-self-defence-during-peace-talks" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-26", "time": "afternoon", "side": "unknown", "title": "Explosion damages tanker east of Muscat near Hormuz entrance", "detail": "The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations center said a tanker reported an external explosion on its port side about 60 nautical miles east of Muscat, near the eastern approach to the Strait of Hormuz. UKMTO said the crew and vessel were safe but the master reported bunker fuel had discharged into the sea, and it urged vessels to transit with caution and report suspicious activity. No responsibility was immediately reported, but the incident came after weeks of attacks and restrictions on commercial shipping around Hormuz.", "lat": 23.62, "lng": 59.45, "tid": "tanker-explosion-east-of-muscat-hormuz-approach-may26", "tn": "Oman tanker blast", "dmg": 3, "cas": 0, "dl": "MARITIME RISK — An unexplained tanker explosion near the Hormuz approach shows commercial shipping remains vulnerable despite ceasefire diplomacy", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News live updates, May 26 — Explosion damages tanker off Oman, says U.K. military agency", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-trump-us-strikes-peace-talks-ceasefire/" }, { "name": "The Guardian live updates, May 26 — UKMTO reports external explosion on tanker east of Muscat", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/may/26/iran-war-live-updates-us-attacks-iran-missile-sites-self-defence-during-peace-talks" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-27", "time": "early morning", "side": "iran", "title": "IRGC says 25 vessels passed through Hormuz under its authorization", "detail": "Iran’s West Asia News Agency, citing Sepah News, reported that the IRGC Navy said 25 vessels — including oil tankers, container ships and other commercial vessels — passed through the Strait of Hormuz over the previous 24 hours under IRGC coordination and security protection after obtaining authorization. The statement said smart monitoring of the strait was continuing with full authority and warned that threats to regional security would face a decisive response, reinforcing Tehran’s claim to control limited Hormuz traffic even as negotiations discuss reopening the waterway.", "lat": 26.5667, "lng": 56.25, "tid": "irgc-says-25-vessels-transited-hormuz-authorization-may27", "tn": "25 Hormuz transits", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRAIT CONTROL — Iran advertises authorized vessel transits through Hormuz, keeping IRGC supervision central to the war-ending negotiation", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "WANA, May 27 — 25 Vessels Pass Through Strait of Hormuz Under IRGC Navy Coordination", "url": "https://wanaen.com/25-vessels-pass-through-strait-of-hormuz-under-irgc-navy-coordination/" }, { "name": "The Hindu live updates, May 27 — Oil pulls back as traders look for progress on U.S.-Iran talks", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-us-war-live-updates-27-may-2026-trump-peace-deal-pakistan-strait-of-hormuz/article71027588.ece" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-28", "time": "early morning", "side": "us", "title": "U.S. hits Bandar Abbas drone-control site and downs four Iranian attack drones", "detail": "U.S. officials said American forces shot down four Iranian one-way attack drones near the Strait of Hormuz that were threatening U.S. forces and commercial shipping, then struck an Iranian ground-control station in Bandar Abbas that was preparing to launch a fifth drone. Reuters reported the actions as fresh U.S. strikes inside Iran, while officials described them as measured, defensive and intended to preserve the April ceasefire; Iran said the attack occurred near Bandar Abbas airport.", "lat": 27.1832, "lng": 56.2666, "tid": "us-strikes-bandar-abbas-drone-control-downs-four-drones-may28", "tn": "Bandar Abbas drone strike", "dmg": 3, "cas": 0, "dl": "CEASEFIRE STRAIN — U.S. forces destroy drones and a Bandar Abbas control site, again testing the truce around Hormuz while talks continue", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "The Guardian, May 28 — US and Iran exchange strikes as Israel intensifies attacks on southern Lebanon", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/may/28/us-new-strikes-iran-israel-intensifies-attacks-southern-lebanon" }, { "name": "JNS, May 28 — US conducts 'defensive' strikes, downs Iranian drones", "url": "https://www.jns.org/news/world/us-conducts-defensive-strikes-downs-iranian-drones" }, { "name": "Reuters, May 28 — Kuwait says air defences intercepting hostile missile, drone attacks", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/kuwaiti-army-says-air-defences-intercepting-hostile-missile-drone-attacks-2026-05-28/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-28", "time": "04:50 local", "side": "iran", "title": "IRGC says it struck U.S. airbase as Kuwait intercepts missile and drone threats", "detail": "Iran’s Revolutionary Guards said they targeted a U.S. airbase at 4:50 a.m. local time in response to the U.S. strike near Bandar Abbas airport, without identifying the base. Kuwait’s army said its air defenses were intercepting hostile missile and drone threats and that explosions heard in the country were caused by those intercepts; Reuters and AP noted Kuwait did not identify the source of the attack, though it hosts a U.S. airbase and had been attacked earlier in the war.", "lat": 29.3759, "lng": 47.9774, "tid": "irgc-claims-us-base-strike-kuwait-intercepts-missile-drone-threats-may28", "tn": "Kuwait intercepts attack", "dmg": 2, "cas": 0, "dl": "RETALIATION — Iran claims a strike on a U.S. base while Kuwait reports missile and drone intercepts, putting the April ceasefire under renewed pressure", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters, May 28 — Kuwait says air defences intercepting hostile missile, drone attacks", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/kuwaiti-army-says-air-defences-intercepting-hostile-missile-drone-attacks-2026-05-28/" }, { "name": "AP, May 28 — Kuwait says it faced a missile and drone attack, with Iran war ceasefire shaky", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/iran-us-war-oil-may-28-2026-8f5ed2813ba63df7ae9ccbe991688d29" }, { "name": "The Guardian, May 28 — US and Iran exchange strikes as Israel intensifies attacks on southern Lebanon", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/may/28/us-new-strikes-iran-israel-intensifies-attacks-southern-lebanon" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-28", "time": "00:35 IRST", "side": "iran", "title": "Iran fires warning shots at four ships trying to enter Hormuz without coordination", "detail": "Iranian state broadcaster IRIB said Iranian forces fired warning shots at four vessels that attempted to cross the Strait of Hormuz and enter the Persian Gulf without coordination with security forces. IRIB said the ships ignored warnings around 12:35 a.m. local time and were forced to turn back, adding another direct shipping confrontation to the same morning’s U.S.-Iran exchange around Bandar Abbas and Kuwait.", "lat": 26.5667, "lng": 56.25, "tid": "iran-warning-shots-four-ships-hormuz-uncoordinated-crossing-may28", "tn": "Hormuz warning shots", "dmg": 1, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRAIT CONTROL — Iranian forces fire warning shots and turn back four vessels, reinforcing Tehran’s claimed gatekeeper role over Hormuz traffic", "dc": "dmg-light", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu, May 28 — Iran forces fired at four ships attempting to cross Hormuz: state broadcaster", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-forces-fired-at-four-ships-attempting-to-cross-hormuz-state-broadcaster/article71031890.ece" }, { "name": "The Guardian, May 28 — US and Iran exchange strikes as Israel intensifies attacks on southern Lebanon", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/may/28/us-new-strikes-iran-israel-intensifies-attacks-southern-lebanon" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-28", "time": "morning", "side": "israel", "title": "Israel declares south Lebanon combat zone and says 550 Hezbollah targets hit this week", "detail": "As the Lebanon front widened, Israel’s military said it had struck about 550 Hezbollah targets since the beginning of the week, including after Netanyahu ordered deeper operations. The Guardian reported Israeli troops clashed with Hezbollah near the Litani-area front and that Israel issued fresh evacuation warnings for Tyre after declaring a broad area of south Lebanon a combat zone; Times of Israel reported a Lebanese soldier was killed in an Israeli strike, the third Lebanese army fatality in three days.", "lat": 33.2705, "lng": 35.2038, "tid": "israel-south-lebanon-combat-zone-550-hezbollah-targets-may28", "tn": "South Lebanon combat zone", "dmg": 25, "cas": 1, "dl": "LEBANON FRONT — Israel reports hundreds of Hezbollah targets hit and expands evacuation/combat-zone measures around Tyre as ground clashes continue", "dc": "dmg-critical", "sources": [ { "name": "The Guardian, May 28 — US and Iran exchange strikes as Israel intensifies attacks on southern Lebanon", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/may/28/us-new-strikes-iran-israel-intensifies-attacks-southern-lebanon" }, { "name": "Times of Israel liveblog, May 28 — Lebanese army says soldier killed in Israeli strike, third in three days", "url": "https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog-may-28-2026/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-28", "time": "evening", "side": "us", "title": "U.S. sanctions Iran military oil trade and warns against Hormuz tolls", "detail": "The U.S. Treasury Department imposed a new sanctions package on Iran's military-linked oil trade, designating eight vessels carrying Iranian crude or petroleum products and more than 15 companies tied to the network. Treasury also sanctioned Iran's Persian Gulf Strait Authority, calling it an IRGC-backed mechanism to extort vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz, and Secretary Scott Bessent warned Oman and any other partners that facilitating strait tolls would risk U.S. penalties even as ceasefire talks continued.", "lat": 38.9072, "lng": -77.0369, "tid": "us-sanctions-iran-military-oil-pgsa-hormuz-tolls-may28", "tn": "Oil and PGSA sanctions", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "ECONOMIC PRESSURE — Washington targets Iranian military oil revenue and the PGSA toll scheme while warning Oman away from Hormuz fee enforcement", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "U.S. Treasury, May 27 — Economic Fury targets Iranian maritime extortion / Persian Gulf Strait Authority", "url": "https://home.treasury.gov/news/press-releases/sb0507" }, { "name": "The Hindu/Reuters, May 29 — U.S. imposes fresh sanctions on Iran's military oil sales and warns Oman", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/us-imposes-fresh-sanctions-on-irans-military-oil-sales-says-treasury/article71035740.ece" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-28", "time": "evening", "side": "israel", "title": "Israel hits Beirut suburbs in first capital-area strike in weeks", "detail": "Reuters reported an Israeli precision strike hit a building in Beirut's southern suburbs, the first strike near the Lebanese capital in weeks under the U.S.-brokered ceasefire. Israeli security sources said the target was Ali al-Husseini, described as head of the missile division within the Iran-aligned Imam Hussein Division; Lebanese sources said two precision missiles hit the building. The strike followed intensified Israeli attacks across south Lebanon after Israel declared areas south of the Zahrani River a combat zone, with Lebanon's health ministry reporting additional civilian deaths around Adloun, Sidon and Tyre during the same day.", "lat": 33.8178, "lng": 35.517, "tid": "israel-beirut-suburbs-strike-imam-hussein-missile-commander-may28", "tn": "Beirut suburbs strike", "dmg": 12, "cas": 13, "dl": "LEBANON ESCALATION — Israel resumes capital-area strikes while southern Lebanon casualties mount under the expanded combat-zone campaign", "dc": "dmg-critical", "sources": [ { "name": "Sight/Reuters, May 28 — Israel carries out strike on Beirut suburbs, first near capital in weeks", "url": "https://www.sightmagazine.com.au/news/israel-carries-out-strike-on-beirut-suburbs-first-near-capital-in-weeks/" }, { "name": "ISW Iran Update Special Report, May 28 — IDF strike near Beirut targeted Imam Hussein Division missile commander reports", "url": "https://understandingwar.org/research/middle-east/iran-update-special-report-may-28-2026/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-29", "time": "morning", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "U.S.-Iran negotiators reach tentative 60-day ceasefire and Hormuz reopening framework", "detail": "Reuters, AFP and other outlets reported that U.S. and Iranian negotiators had reached a tentative memorandum to extend the ceasefire for 60 days, allow unrestricted shipping through the Strait of Hormuz and begin nuclear-program talks, while the U.S. would lift its blockade of Iranian ports and discuss limited sanctions relief. The deal still required approval from President Donald Trump and Iran's senior leadership, and Tasnim, citing a source close to Iran's negotiating team, said the text had not been finalized. Vice President JD Vance said Washington was 'very close' but not there yet, underscoring both the momentum and fragility after the Bandar Abbas, drone and Kuwait missile incidents.", "lat": 38.9072, "lng": -77.0369, "tid": "us-iran-tentative-60-day-ceasefire-hormuz-framework-awaits-approval-may29", "tn": "60-day truce framework", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "DIPLOMATIC BREAKTHROUGH — A tentative 60-day ceasefire and Hormuz reopening framework emerges, but leader approval and enforcement remain unresolved", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "TBS News/Reuters, May 29 — Iran, U.S. reach deal to extend ceasefire, pending Trump's approval", "url": "https://www.tbsnews.net/world/iran-us-reach-deal-extend-ceasefire-pending-trumps-approval-1450286" }, { "name": "The Hindu live updates, May 29 — U.S.-Iran truce deal awaits Trump as strikes test ceasefire", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/us-iran-war-news-live-updates-peace-deal-trump-strait-of-hormuz-60-day-truce-29-may-2026/article71035756.ece" }, { "name": "ISW Iran Update Special Report, May 28 — reported 60-day MoU not yet approved by U.S. and Iranian leaders", "url": "https://understandingwar.org/research/middle-east/iran-update-special-report-may-28-2026/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-29", "time": "evening", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "Trump Situation Room meeting ends without final Iran deal decision", "detail": "President Donald Trump met senior national security advisers in the White House Situation Room for more than two hours to consider a proposed agreement to extend the Iran ceasefire, reopen the Strait of Hormuz and address Iran's nuclear program, but U.S. officials said he had not yet made a final decision. Iranian officials likewise said the exchange of messages was continuing but that no final agreement had been reached, leaving the tentative framework announced the previous day unresolved.", "lat": 38.8977, "lng": -77.0365, "tid": "trump-situation-room-no-final-iran-deal-decision-may29", "tn": "No final deal decision", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "DEAL UNCERTAIN — Trump leaves the proposed Iran ceasefire and Hormuz-reopening framework unsigned as Tehran says talks remain unfinished", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu, May 30 — Trump ponders Iran deal but has not yet decided", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-war-live-strait-of-hormuz-trump-peace-deal-updates-on-may-30-2026/article71040085.ece" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera, May 30 — Iran says exchange of messages continues but no understanding finalized", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2026/5/30/iran-war-live-trump-due-to-make-final-determination-on-deal-with-tehran" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-29", "time": "evening", "side": "us", "title": "U.S. sanctions Iranian fraud network procuring military technology", "detail": "The U.S. State Department said Washington was dismantling a network led by Iran-based Ali Majd Sepehr that allegedly impersonated American businesses and defrauded technology companies to acquire sensitive equipment for Iran's defense sector, including spectrum analyzers and security detection devices. The designations, described as part of the Economic Fury pressure campaign, targeted procurement activity for Iran's Ministry of Defense and Armed Forces Logistics as ceasefire talks continued.", "lat": 38.9072, "lng": -77.0369, "tid": "us-sanctions-iranian-fraud-network-military-technology-may29", "tn": "Tech procurement sanctions", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "PROCUREMENT PRESSURE — Washington targets an alleged Iranian network used to obtain restricted U.S. technology for the defense sector", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "U.S. State Department, May 29 — Sanctioning Iranian-affiliated fraud network targeting American companies", "url": "https://www.state.gov/releases/office-of-the-spokesperson/2026/05/sanctioning-iranian-affiliated-fraud-network-targeting-american-companies/" }, { "name": "The Hindu live updates, May 30 — U.S. sanctions Iranian buyers of military technology", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-war-live-strait-of-hormuz-trump-peace-deal-updates-on-may-30-2026/article71040085.ece" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-29", "time": "night", "side": "israel", "title": "Israeli troops push into Dibbine and cross Litani as Israel-Lebanon military talks open", "detail": "Israeli troops entered Dibbine near Marjayoun and fought Hezbollah around Yohmor and Zawtar al-Sharqieh after crossing the Litani River, while airstrikes killed at least six people in southern Lebanon including five around Deir Qanoun al Nahr and Abbasiyeh and a municipal policeman in Ebba, according to Lebanese state media cited by AP. The advance coincided with the first direct Israeli-Lebanese military talks in decades at the Pentagon, where U.S. officials said the security-track meeting was productive and would feed into State Department-led political talks the following week.", "lat": 33.3607, "lng": 35.5913, "tid": "israel-dibbine-litani-advance-lebanon-pentagon-talks-may29", "tn": "Dibbine-Litani advance", "dmg": 18, "cas": 6, "dl": "LEBANON GROUND PUSH — Israeli forces move north of the Litani-area line even as U.S.-hosted Israeli-Lebanese military talks begin in Washington", "dc": "dmg-critical", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu/AP, May 30 — Israeli troops push deeper into Lebanon as military talks start at Pentagon", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/israeli-troops-push-deeper-into-lebanon-military-talks-at-pentagon/article71040106.ece" }, { "name": "U.S. Department of War, May 29 — Readout of Elbridge Colby's meeting with Israeli and Lebanese military delegations", "url": "https://www.war.gov/News/Releases/Release/Article/4504634/readout-of-under-secretary-of-war-for-policy-elbridge-colbys-meeting-with-israe/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-30", "time": "morning", "side": "iran", "title": "Hezbollah rockets from Lebanon hit near Kiryat Shmona amid ceasefire strain", "detail": "The Israeli military said several projectiles were launched from Lebanon toward northern Israel overnight, with most intercepted and one impact identified near Kiryat Shmona; no injuries were reported. The launches came after days of Israeli ground and air operations in southern Lebanon and added another violation claim to the Iran-linked Lebanon front while U.S.-Iran ceasefire diplomacy remained unresolved.", "lat": 33.2073, "lng": 35.5721, "tid": "hezbollah-rockets-hit-near-kiryat-shmona-may30", "tn": "Kiryat Shmona rockets", "dmg": 2, "cas": 0, "dl": "ROCKET FIRE — Hezbollah-linked launches from Lebanon reach northern Israel, with one hit near Kiryat Shmona but no casualties", "dc": "dmg-light", "sources": [ { "name": "Times of Israel liveblog, May 30 — Hezbollah fires several rockets at northern Israel overnight; no injuries", "url": "https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog-may-30-2026/" }, { "name": "The Hindu live updates, May 30 — Israeli military says projectiles launched from Lebanon at Israel", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-war-live-strait-of-hormuz-trump-peace-deal-updates-on-may-30-2026/article71040085.ece" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-30", "time": "morning", "side": "israel", "title": "IDF orders evacuations from seven south Lebanon localities ahead of Hezbollah strikes", "detail": "Israel's military issued evacuation warnings for residents of seven southern Lebanese localities — Mayfadoun, Choukine, Zebdine, Ansar, Zrariyeh, Mazraat Kawthariyat ar Ruzz and Machghara — saying it was preparing to strike Hezbollah targets after alleged ceasefire violations. The warnings told residents to move north of the Zahrani River and signaled continued broadening of the southern Lebanon campaign after Israeli forces crossed the Litani-area line.", "lat": 33.3772, "lng": 35.4836, "tid": "idf-evacuation-orders-seven-south-lebanon-localities-may30", "tn": "Seven-village evacuations", "dmg": 6, "cas": 0, "dl": "EVACUATION WARNINGS — Israel orders residents out of seven south Lebanon areas before new strikes on Hezbollah positions", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "Times of Israel liveblog, May 30 — IDF issues evacuation warnings for seven areas in south Lebanon", "url": "https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog-may-30-2026/" }, { "name": "The Hindu live updates, May 30 — Israeli army issues evacuation orders for seven south Lebanon villages", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-war-live-strait-of-hormuz-trump-peace-deal-updates-on-may-30-2026/article71040085.ece" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-30", "time": "morning", "side": "us", "title": "Hegseth says U.S. ready to restart strikes on Iran if talks fail", "detail": "At the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore, U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said the United States was 'more than capable' of resuming war with Iran and had sufficient weapons stockpiles if no agreement is reached. His warning echoed CENTCOM messaging that U.S. forces remained vigilant across the region and came as Trump had not yet approved the tentative ceasefire and Hormuz-reopening deal.", "lat": 1.3521, "lng": 103.8198, "tid": "hegseth-us-ready-restart-strikes-iran-if-no-deal-may30", "tn": "Restart-strikes warning", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "MILITARY WARNING — Pentagon chief says U.S. stockpiles can support renewed attacks on Iran if diplomacy collapses", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "The Guardian, May 30 — U.S. more than capable of resuming war against Iran, Pete Hegseth says", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/may/30/us-more-than-capable-of-resuming-war-against-iran-pete-hegseth-says" }, { "name": "The Hindu/Reuters, May 30 — Pentagon chief says U.S. ready to restart strikes on Iran if no deal", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-war-live-strait-of-hormuz-trump-peace-deal-updates-on-may-30-2026/article71040085.ece" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-30", "time": "midday", "side": "us", "title": "U.S. disables Lian Star blockade runner with Hellfire missile in Gulf of Oman", "detail": "U.S. Central Command said American forces disabled the Gambia-flagged M/V Lian Star in the Gulf of Oman after it ignored more than 20 warnings while sailing toward an Iranian port in violation of the U.S. blockade. CENTCOM said a U.S. aircraft fired a Hellfire missile into the vessel's engine room, stopping the ship without boarding it; the command said five commercial vessels had now been disabled and 116 redirected while the Iran ceasefire remained in effect.", "lat": 25.3, "lng": 57.2, "tid": "us-disables-lian-star-iran-blockade-gulf-of-oman-may30", "tn": "Lian Star disabled", "dmg": 8, "cas": 0, "dl": "BLOCKADE ENFORCEMENT — U.S. aircraft hits the Lian Star's engine room after the cargo vessel tries to reach an Iranian port", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "U.S. Central Command, May 30 — U.S. forces disable non-compliant vessel in Gulf of Oman to prevent blockade violation", "url": "https://www.centcom.mil/MEDIA/PUBLIC-RELEASES/Article/4504816/us-forces-disable-non-compliant-vessel-in-gulf-of-oman-to-prevent-blockade-viol/" }, { "name": "CBS News live updates, May 30 — U.S. confirms military disabled vessel in Gulf, fired Hellfire missile into engine", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-us-trump-vance-ceasefire-strait-of-hormuz-deal-close/" }, { "name": "The Hindu live, May 31 — U.S. military fires on Gambia-flagged ship violating Iran blockade", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-live-strait-of-hormuz-updates-trump-us-iran-deal-may-31-2026/article71043697.ece" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-30", "time": "afternoon", "side": "hezbollah", "title": "Hezbollah rocket and drone salvos force northern Israel restrictions and hospital underground", "detail": "Hezbollah fired repeated rocket and drone salvos across northern Israel through Saturday, with sirens in Kiryat Shmona, Karmiel, the Western Galilee and the Nahariya area. The IDF said most projectiles were intercepted or landed in open areas with no reported injuries, but Home Front Command shut schools near the Lebanon border, restricted gatherings and closed beaches; Israel's Health Ministry said Galilee Medical Center in Nahariya would move operations to underground protected areas.", "lat": 33.0059, "lng": 35.0941, "tid": "hezbollah-salvos-northern-israel-home-front-restrictions-may30", "tn": "North Israel salvos", "dmg": 5, "cas": 0, "dl": "NORTHERN FRONT STRAIN — Repeated Hezbollah fire sends Israeli border communities under tighter Home Front rules and pushes Nahariya hospital functions underground", "dc": "dmg-light", "sources": [ { "name": "Times of Israel liveblog, May 30 — repeated Hezbollah rockets and drones trigger northern restrictions and hospital underground move", "url": "https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog-may-30-2026/" }, { "name": "CBS News live updates, May 30 — sirens sound in Israel due to Hezbollah attacks, IDF says", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-us-trump-vance-ceasefire-strait-of-hormuz-deal-close/" }, { "name": "France 24, May 30 — Hezbollah says it launched multiple attacks; IDF says more than 20 rockets and drones launched from Lebanon", "url": "https://www.france24.com/en/middle-east/20260530-lebanon-pm-condemns-israeli-scorched-earth-policy-as-fresh-strikes-hit-south" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-30", "time": "evening", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "Lebanon PM accuses Israel of 'scorched-earth policy' as fresh southern strikes continue", "detail": "Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam accused Israel of pursuing a 'scorched-earth policy and collective punishment' in southern Lebanon, saying Israeli operations were destroying towns and forcing residents into exile. Salam urged a swift ceasefire but defended direct U.S.-brokered security talks with Israel as the 'least costly path' after Friday's Washington military-to-military meeting. Lebanon's NNA and army reported fresh Israeli attacks around Nabatieh, including a drone strike that seriously wounded two Lebanese soldiers, while Hezbollah said it was clashing with Israeli forces near Zawtar al-Sharqiyah, Yohmor al-Shaqif and Dibbine.", "lat": 33.8938, "lng": 35.5018, "tid": "lebanon-salam-scorched-earth-warning-south-strikes-talks-may30", "tn": "Salam scorched-earth warning", "dmg": 10, "cas": 2, "dl": "LEBANON WARNING — Beirut denounces Israeli destruction in the south while keeping U.S.-brokered talks alive as strikes and clashes continue", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "France 24, May 30 — Lebanon PM condemns Israeli 'scorched-earth policy' as fresh strikes hit south", "url": "https://www.france24.com/en/middle-east/20260530-lebanon-pm-condemns-israeli-scorched-earth-policy-as-fresh-strikes-hit-south" }, { "name": "Times of Israel liveblog, May 30 — Lebanese PM decries Israel's 'scorched-earth policy,' defends diplomacy", "url": "https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog-may-30-2026/" }, { "name": "CBS News live updates, May 30 — Lebanon's prime minister accuses Israel of pursuing 'scorched-earth policy' in southern Lebanon", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-us-trump-vance-ceasefire-strait-of-hormuz-deal-close/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-30", "time": "evening", "side": "unknown", "title": "Oman warns ships after suspected naval mine spotted in Strait of Hormuz", "detail": "Oman's Maritime Security Centre urged seafarers, fishermen and vessels to use extreme caution after a floating object suspected to be a naval mine was sighted west of the inshore traffic zone in the Strait of Hormuz, inside Omani territorial waters. The alert added a new maritime hazard to the already restricted waterway as the U.S. blockade, Iranian control measures and ceasefire talks continued.", "lat": 26.55, "lng": 56.45, "tid": "oman-suspected-naval-mine-strait-of-hormuz-warning-may30", "tn": "Hormuz mine warning", "dmg": 4, "cas": 0, "dl": "MINE HAZARD — Oman warns vessels after a suspected naval mine appears in the Strait of Hormuz's Omani waters", "dc": "dmg-light", "sources": [ { "name": "Türkiye Today, May 30 — Oman warns suspected mine seen in Strait of Hormuz", "url": "https://www.turkiyetoday.com/region/oman-warns-suspected-mine-seen-in-strait-of-hormuz-3220959" }, { "name": "The National live, May 31 — Oman urges seafarers to exercise caution after detecting suspected mine", "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/news/mena/2026/05/31/live-us-iran-war-trump-deal/" }, { "name": "Liveuamap, May 30 — Oman's Maritime Security Center urges vessels to exercise caution over suspected naval mine", "url": "https://iran.liveuamap.com/en/2026/30-may-12-omans-maritime-security-center-urges-vessels-to" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-31", "time": "morning", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "Trump claims Iran accepted no-nuclear-weapons guarantee but sends tougher deal terms back to Tehran", "detail": "President Donald Trump told Fox News that Iran had agreed to the key guarantee that it would not develop nuclear weapons, while U.S. media reported he had sent a revised, tougher framework back to Tehran for consideration. The reported changes appeared aimed at strengthening provisions on Iran's nuclear material as Trump continued to tie any 60-day ceasefire extension and Strait of Hormuz reopening to nuclear guarantees; Iranian approval of the revised framework remained unresolved.", "lat": 38.8977, "lng": -77.0365, "tid": "trump-claims-iran-no-nuclear-guarantee-tougher-framework-may31", "tn": "Tougher Iran framework", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "DEAL REVISION — Trump says Iran accepted a no-nuclear-weapons guarantee but sends tougher terms back before approving the wider ceasefire-Hormuz framework", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu live, May 31 — Trump says Iran has agreed to no nuclear weapons; tougher framework sent back", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-live-strait-of-hormuz-updates-trump-us-iran-deal-may-31-2026/article71043697.ece" }, { "name": "The National, May 31 — Trump demands tougher nuclear deal terms in last-minute push, report says", "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/news/mena/2026/05/31/live-us-iran-war-trump-deal/" }, { "name": "CBS News live updates, May 31 — Trump decision yet to come on Iran deal as Hegseth talks negotiations", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-us-trump-vance-ceasefire-strait-of-hormuz-deal-close/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-05-31", "time": "morning", "side": "israel", "title": "Israeli troops capture Beaufort Castle and expand operations toward Nabatieh", "detail": "Israeli troops captured Beaufort Castle, a strategic ridge-top Crusader fortress near Nabatieh, after days of fighting with Hezbollah, marking Israel's deepest incursion into Lebanon in more than 26 years. Israel said its forces crossed north of the Litani River, secured Beaufort Ridge and were operating near Nabatieh as the offensive expanded; the military also ordered Lebanese residents south of the Zahrani River to evacuate. Hezbollah claimed attacks on Israeli troops and a Merkava tank, and Israel said one soldier was killed by a Hezbollah explosive drone the previous day, bringing Israeli military deaths since early March to 25.", "lat": 33.4075, "lng": 35.5311, "tid": "israel-captures-beaufort-castle-nabatieh-zahrani-evacuation-may31", "tn": "Beaufort Castle captured", "dmg": 22, "cas": 1, "dl": "DEEP LEBANON INCURSION — Israeli forces raise a flag over Beaufort Castle, expand north of the Litani toward Nabatieh and order evacuation south of the Zahrani", "dc": "dmg-major", "sources": [ { "name": "The Guardian live, May 31 — Israeli army captures strategic castle in Lebanon in deepest incursion in 26 years", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/may/31/middle-east-crisis-live-israel-lebanon-beaufort-castle-us-iran-nuclear-deal-hormuz-oil-latest-news-updates" }, { "name": "ABC News live updates, May 31 — IDF advances north of Litani River, approaches city of Nabatieh", "url": "https://abcnews.com/International/live-updates/iran-live-updates-peace-deal-work-progress-rubio/?id=133278077" }, { "name": "The Hindu live, May 31 — Israeli Army captures strategic castle; Israel tells Lebanese south of Zahrani to evacuate", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-live-strait-of-hormuz-updates-trump-us-iran-deal-may-31-2026/article71043697.ece" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-01", "time": "early morning", "side": "usa", "title": "U.S. strikes Iranian radar and drone-control sites after MQ-1 shootdown", "detail": "U.S. Central Command said American aircraft carried out self-defense strikes over the weekend on Iranian radar and drone command-and-control sites at Goruk and on Qeshm Island after Iran shot down a U.S. MQ-1 drone over international waters. CENTCOM said the response eliminated Iranian air defenses, a ground control station and two one-way attack drones that threatened ships transiting regional waters, marking another breach of the fragile U.S.-Iran ceasefire as talks stalled.", "lat": 26.76, "lng": 55.9, "tid": "us-strikes-qeshm-goruk-radar-drone-sites-mq1-jun1", "tn": "Qeshm/Goruk U.S. strikes", "dmg": 14, "cas": 0, "dl": "CEASEFIRE BREACH — U.S. aircraft hit Iranian radar and drone-control sites at Qeshm Island and Goruk after an MQ-1 drone is shot down", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu, June 1 — U.S. says it struck Iranian military sites, Tehran responds with air base attack", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/us-says-it-struck-iranian-drone-command-sites-at-the-weekend/article71046945.ece" }, { "name": "The Guardian live, June 1 — U.S. says Iranian radar and command-and-control sites struck over the weekend", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/jun/01/iran-war-live-news-updates-kuwait-missile-drone-attack-us-strikes-iran-radar-sites" }, { "name": "The Hindu live, June 1 — U.S. targets Iranian radar, drone strikes", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-usa-war-peace-deal-donald-trump-israel-attacks-lebanon-hezbollah-june-1-2026/article71046810.ece" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-01", "time": "morning", "side": "iran", "title": "Kuwait intercepts missile and drone attack after Iran claims strike on U.S.-used base", "detail": "Kuwait said its air defenses were intercepting incoming missile and drone attacks as sirens sounded across the country, shortly after the IRGC said it had targeted a base used by U.S. forces to launch the latest strikes on southern Iran. The Guard did not identify the base, but Kuwait hosts major U.S. facilities; early reports gave no casualty or damage toll, while Tehran framed the barrage as retaliation for the Qeshm and Goruk strikes.", "lat": 29.346, "lng": 47.52, "tid": "kuwait-intercepts-missile-drone-attack-iran-us-base-retaliation-jun1", "tn": "Kuwait missile/drone attack", "dmg": 8, "cas": 0, "dl": "KUWAIT UNDER FIRE — Air defenses intercept missiles and drones after Iran says it struck a U.S.-used base in retaliation for southern Iran attacks", "dc": "dmg-light", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu live, June 1 — Kuwaiti air defences intercept missile, drone attacks", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-usa-war-peace-deal-donald-trump-israel-attacks-lebanon-hezbollah-june-1-2026/article71046810.ece" }, { "name": "The Guardian live, June 1 — Kuwait reports missile and drone attack as U.S. confirms Iran strikes", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/jun/01/iran-war-live-news-updates-kuwait-missile-drone-attack-us-strikes-iran-radar-sites" }, { "name": "Times of Israel live, June 1 — Kuwait air defenses intercept missile, drone attacks", "url": "https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog_entry/kuwait-air-defenses-intercept-missile-drone-attacks/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-01", "time": "morning", "side": "israel", "title": "Netanyahu orders strikes on Hezbollah targets in Beirut’s Dahiyeh suburbs", "detail": "Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Israel Katz instructed the IDF to attack Hezbollah targets in Beirut’s southern Dahiyeh suburbs, calling the order a response to repeated ceasefire violations and attacks on Israeli cities. The decision was described as the most serious Beirut escalation since the April 17 ceasefire; residents began fleeing the Hezbollah stronghold as the order followed Israel’s capture of Beaufort Castle and expanded Lebanon offensive.", "lat": 33.8547, "lng": 35.503, "tid": "netanyahu-orders-dahiyeh-beirut-strikes-hezbollah-jun1", "tn": "Dahiyeh strike order", "dmg": 18, "cas": 0, "dl": "BEIRUT ESCALATION — Netanyahu and Katz order IDF strikes on Hezbollah targets in Dahiyeh, sending residents fleeing the southern suburbs", "dc": "dmg-major", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters, June 1 — Israel’s Netanyahu ordered military to attack targets in Beirut’s southern suburbs", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/israels-netanyahu-ordered-military-attack-targets-beirut-southern-suburbs-2026-06-01/" }, { "name": "The Guardian, June 1 — Netanyahu orders Israeli bombing of southern Beirut", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/jun/01/european-leaders-condemn-israel-incursion-into-lebanon" }, { "name": "The Guardian live, June 1 — Israel PM says strikes ordered on Beirut’s southern suburbs", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/jun/01/iran-war-live-news-updates-kuwait-missile-drone-attack-us-strikes-iran-radar-sites" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-01", "time": "early morning", "side": "hezbollah", "title": "Hezbollah drone kills Israeli commando near Yohmor as south Lebanon fighting intensifies", "detail": "The IDF said Staff Sergeant Adam Tzarfati, 20, of the Maglan Unit was killed and three other Israeli soldiers were wounded when a Hezbollah explosive drone struck Israeli troops operating near Yohmor, close to Beaufort Castle. The attack raised Israeli military deaths since early March to 26 and underscored Hezbollah’s continued drone threat as Israeli forces pushed deeper into southern Lebanon.", "lat": 33.428, "lng": 35.532, "tid": "hezbollah-drone-kills-idf-commando-yohmor-beaufort-jun1", "tn": "Yohmor drone fatality", "dmg": 10, "cas": 4, "dl": "DRONE FATALITY — Hezbollah FPV/explosive drone kills an Israeli Maglan soldier and wounds three troops near Yohmor and Beaufort Castle", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "Times of Israel, June 1 — IDF soldier killed, three others wounded in Hezbollah drone attack in south Lebanon", "url": "https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog_entry/idf-soldier-killed-three-others-wounded-in-hezbollah-drone-attack-in-south-lebanon/" }, { "name": "The Hindu live, June 1 — Israel army says soldier killed in south Lebanon fighting", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-usa-war-peace-deal-donald-trump-israel-attacks-lebanon-hezbollah-june-1-2026/article71046810.ece" }, { "name": "The Jerusalem Post, June 1 — Staff Sergeant Adam Tzarfati killed from Hezbollah drone explosion in southern Lebanon", "url": "https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/article-897946" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-01", "time": "morning", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "Iran makes Lebanon ceasefire a condition for wider U.S. deal as nuclear talks stall", "detail": "Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei said Tehran was not negotiating details of its nuclear program and that ending the Lebanon fighting remained an essential condition for any deal with the United States. He blamed delays on mistrust, shifting U.S. demands and Israel’s expanding Lebanon offensive, and said Tehran viewed U.S. strikes on Iran and Israeli operations in Lebanon as linked ceasefire violations.", "lat": 35.6892, "lng": 51.389, "tid": "iran-lebanon-ceasefire-condition-us-deal-nuclear-talks-stall-jun1", "tn": "Lebanon condition on U.S. deal", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "DEAL STALLS — Iran says no nuclear-detail talks are under way and insists a Lebanon ceasefire is essential to any wider U.S. agreement", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "The Guardian live, June 1 — Iran foreign ministry says ceasefire in Lebanon remains condition for U.S. deal", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/jun/01/iran-war-live-news-updates-kuwait-missile-drone-attack-us-strikes-iran-radar-sites" }, { "name": "The Hindu live, June 1 — Iran says lack of trust, U.S. positions, Israeli attacks on Lebanon delaying diplomacy", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-usa-war-peace-deal-donald-trump-israel-attacks-lebanon-hezbollah-june-1-2026/article71046810.ece" }, { "name": "The Guardian, June 1 — Tehran insists Lebanon fighting must stop as part of U.S.-Iran peace agreement", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/jun/01/european-leaders-condemn-israel-incursion-into-lebanon" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-02", "time": "overnight", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "Trump announces Israel-Hezbollah halt as Beirut raid is called off, but fighting continues", "detail": "President Donald Trump said Israel and Hezbollah had agreed that \"all shooting will stop\" after a heated call in which he said Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu turned back troops headed for a major Beirut raid. Lebanon said Hezbollah accepted a U.S. proposal for a mutual cessation of attacks, with strikes on Dahiyeh to stop in exchange for Hezbollah halting attacks on Israel, but neither side publicly locked in a full truce and clashes continued overnight ahead of U.S.-hosted Israel-Lebanon talks.", "lat": 33.8938, "lng": 35.5018, "tid": "trump-announces-israel-hezbollah-halt-beirut-raid-called-off-jun2", "tn": "Israel-Hezbollah halt announced", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "FRAGILE HALT — Trump says Israel and Hezbollah agreed to stop shooting and that Netanyahu called off a Beirut raid, but the truce remains contested", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News live, June 2 — Trump says Israel and Hezbollah agreed to stop shooting; Beirut raid turned around", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-us-trump-strikes-ceasefire-lebanon-israel/" }, { "name": "The Hindu live, June 2 — Trump says Israel, Hezbollah agree to halt fighting; Israel-Hezbollah clash after announcement", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-usa-war-peace-deal-attack-on-hezbollah-lebanon-strait-of-hormuz-june-2-2026/article71050939.ece" }, { "name": "The New Arab, June 2 — Israel, Hezbollah clash overnight ahead of U.S.-hosted talks", "url": "https://www.newarab.com/news/israel-hezbollah-clash-overnight-ahead-us-hosted-talks" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-02", "time": "early morning", "side": "hezbollah", "title": "Hezbollah fires into northern Israel and hits Israeli armor near Hadatha after ceasefire claim", "detail": "Hours after the U.S. announced a halt in Israel-Hezbollah fighting, Israel said its air defenses intercepted two projectiles from Lebanon and detected a suspicious aerial target near the border, with no reported Israeli casualties. Hezbollah claimed multiple attacks on Israeli targets in southern Lebanon, including a rocket or drone attack on an Israeli tank near Hadatha as it said its fighters were resisting the advance of Israeli forces.", "lat": 33.153, "lng": 35.409, "tid": "hezbollah-hadatha-tank-attack-northern-israel-projectiles-jun2", "tn": "Hadatha tank attack", "dmg": 9, "cas": 0, "dl": "TRUCE TESTED — Hezbollah claims attacks near Hadatha while Israel intercepts two projectiles from Lebanon hours after Trump announces a halt", "dc": "dmg-light", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu live, June 2 — Israeli air defenses intercept two projectiles from Lebanon after Trump announcement", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-usa-war-peace-deal-attack-on-hezbollah-lebanon-strait-of-hormuz-june-2-2026/article71050939.ece" }, { "name": "CBS News live, June 2 — Hezbollah claims rocket attack on Israeli tank in Hadatha; Israel intercepts projectiles", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-us-trump-strikes-ceasefire-lebanon-israel/" }, { "name": "The New Arab, June 2 — Hezbollah claims multiple attacks, including Hadatha tank strike, after ceasefire announcement", "url": "https://www.newarab.com/news/israel-hezbollah-clash-overnight-ahead-us-hosted-talks" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-02", "time": "morning", "side": "israel", "title": "Israeli strikes across south Lebanon kill civilians despite ceasefire push", "detail": "Lebanese and regional reports said Israeli air and drone strikes continued across southern Lebanon after the announced Israel-Hezbollah halt. Qatar News Agency cited local sources saying six people were killed and three wounded in Marwaniyeh, two more were killed in a vehicle strike at Briqaa, a Syrian man was killed near a hospital in Toul, and overnight strikes on Kfarsir killed three; Times of Israel also reported Lebanese army claims that two soldiers were moderately wounded in an Israeli drone strike between Habboush and Deir al-Zahrani.", "lat": 33.385, "lng": 35.42, "tid": "israeli-strikes-south-lebanon-marwaniyeh-briqaa-toul-kfarsir-jun2", "tn": "South Lebanon strike wave", "dmg": 20, "cas": 17, "dl": "SOUTH LEBANON STRIKES — Israeli air and drone attacks hit Marwaniyeh, Briqaa, Toul and Kfarsir, killing at least 12 and wounding Lebanese soldiers", "dc": "dmg-major", "sources": [ { "name": "Qatar News Agency, June 2 — Six killed, three wounded in Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon", "url": "https://qna.org.qa/en/news/news-details?id=six-killed-three-wounded-in-israeli-strikes-in-southern-lebanon&date=2/06/2026" }, { "name": "Times of Israel live, June 2 — Lebanese army says two soldiers wounded in Israeli drone strike", "url": "https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog-june-02-2026/" }, { "name": "The New Arab, June 2 — NNA reports Israeli strikes in Marwaniyeh, Sidiqine, Yater, Mansouri and Debbine", "url": "https://www.newarab.com/news/israel-hezbollah-clash-overnight-ahead-us-hosted-talks" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-02", "time": "morning", "side": "hezbollah", "title": "IDF doctor killed and six troops wounded in Hezbollah drone strike in south Lebanon", "detail": "Israel said Capt. Dr. Ori Yosef Silvester, a Givati Brigade battalion doctor, was killed during operations against Hezbollah in southern Lebanon when a drone struck Israeli forces. Six other soldiers were wounded, including two officers and a soldier listed in serious condition, adding to Israeli military losses as the Lebanon front continued despite U.S. efforts to pause the fighting.", "lat": 33.35, "lng": 35.45, "tid": "idf-doctor-ori-silvester-killed-hezbollah-drone-south-lebanon-jun2", "tn": "IDF doctor drone fatality", "dmg": 11, "cas": 7, "dl": "DRONE FATALITY — Hezbollah drone strike in south Lebanon kills IDF doctor Capt. Ori Yosef Silvester and wounds six troops", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "JNS, June 2 — IDF doctor slain in Hezbollah drone strike", "url": "https://www.jns.org/news/israel-news/idf-doctor-slain-in-hezbollah-drone-strike" }, { "name": "CBS News live, June 2 — Israel and Hezbollah clash overnight as Hezbollah claims attacks in south Lebanon", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-us-trump-strikes-ceasefire-lebanon-israel/" }, { "name": "The New Arab, June 2 — Israeli military says two soldiers killed in southern Lebanon, bringing deaths to 27", "url": "https://www.newarab.com/news/israel-hezbollah-clash-overnight-ahead-us-hosted-talks" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-02", "time": "morning", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "Iran reviews U.S. final proposal as senior officer warns renewed war is inevitable", "detail": "Mehr News, cited by Israeli and Indian live updates, said Iran had not yet sent its response to a proposed final agreement with the United States and was reviewing the text cautiously because of mistrust and demands for tangible benefits. At the same time, Mohammad Jafar Assadi, deputy head of Iran’s Khatam al-Anbiya central military command, said renewed war with the United States was \"inevitable\" if Washington demanded total surrender, signaling that the wider ceasefire remained in danger.", "lat": 35.6892, "lng": 51.389, "tid": "iran-reviews-us-final-proposal-war-inevitable-assadi-jun2", "tn": "Iran final proposal standoff", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "TALKS IN DANGER — Iran delays response to U.S. final text while a senior commander says renewed war is inevitable absent surrender", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Times of Israel live, June 2 — Iran has not yet sent its response to U.S.; senior officer says renewed war inevitable", "url": "https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog-june-02-2026/" }, { "name": "The Hindu live, June 2 — Iran has not yet sent response to U.S. in talks, says report", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-usa-war-peace-deal-attack-on-hezbollah-lebanon-strait-of-hormuz-june-2-2026/article71050939.ece" }, { "name": "CBS News live, June 2 — Senior Iranian officer calls renewed war with U.S. inevitable", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-us-trump-strikes-ceasefire-lebanon-israel/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-03", "time": "early morning", "side": "iran", "title": "Iranian drone and missile attack kills one and severely damages Kuwait International Airport", "detail": "Kuwait's state news agency and aviation authorities said Iranian drones and missiles struck Kuwait International Airport's T1 passenger building, killing one Indian citizen, injuring more than 60 people and causing severe damage that forced flight suspensions and diversions. Kuwait condemned the strike as criminal Iranian aggression; CENTCOM rejected an IRGC claim that the terminal damage came from a U.S. interceptor and called the airport strike deliberate and unjustified.", "lat": 29.2266, "lng": 47.9689, "tid": "iran-drone-missile-attack-kuwait-airport-t1-jun3", "tn": "Kuwait Airport T1 hit", "dmg": 28, "cas": 64, "dl": "GULF ESCALATION — Iranian drones and missiles hit Kuwait airport's T1 terminal, killing one person, wounding more than 60 and forcing diversions", "dc": "dmg-major", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters via Al-Monitor, June 3 — Iranian missile/drone attack damages Kuwait airport and suspends flights", "url": "https://www.al-monitor.com/originals/2026/06/hostilities-flare-iran-war-oil-jumps-talks-stalemate" }, { "name": "The Hindu, June 3 — Iran drone and missile attack hits Kuwait airport, state news agency says", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-drone-missile-attack-forces-kuwait-airport-to-shut-down-june-3-2026-updates/article71055848.ece" }, { "name": "Reuters, June 3 — Iran drone and missile attack hits Kuwait airport, state news agency says", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/iran-drone-missile-attack-hits-kuwait-airport-state-news-agency-says-2026-06-03/" }, { "name": "BBC, June 4 — One killed and more than 60 injured in Iranian drone strikes on Kuwait airport", "url": "https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c5yx135yg53o" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera, June 4 — Kuwait says Iranian missile and drone attacks killed one and wounded more than 60", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/6/4/iran-war-day-97-tehran-says-no-progress-in-talks-israel-attacks-lebanon" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-03", "time": "early morning", "side": "us", "title": "U.S. and Bahraini defenses intercept Iranian Gulf barrages as U.S. strikes Qeshm Island", "detail": "CENTCOM said two Iranian missiles fired toward Kuwait fell short or broke apart, three missiles launched at Bahrain were intercepted by U.S. and Bahraini air defenses, and U.S. forces shot down Iranian drones targeting civilian mariners and American forces. The command also said U.S. forces conducted self-defense strikes on an Iranian military ground-control station on Qeshm Island near the Strait of Hormuz, while denying IRGC claims that U.S. Fifth Fleet headquarters in Bahrain had been hit.", "lat": 26.755, "lng": 55.902, "tid": "centcom-intercepts-iran-gulf-barrages-strikes-qeshm-island-jun3", "tn": "Qeshm strike / Gulf intercepts", "dmg": 16, "cas": 0, "dl": "CEASEFIRE BREACH — U.S. and Bahraini forces intercept Iranian missiles and drones, then hit a Qeshm Island control station", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu, June 3 — U.S. says it has 'defeated' Iran attacks in Gulf", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/usa-iran-war-missile-drone-attack-on-kuwait-bahrain-june-3-2026/article71055303.ece" }, { "name": "Reuters via Al-Monitor, June 3 — Gulf hostilities flare; Bahrain missiles intercepted; U.S. strikes Qeshm", "url": "https://www.al-monitor.com/originals/2026/06/hostilities-flare-iran-war-oil-jumps-talks-stalemate" }, { "name": "The Hindu live, June 3 — U.S. military says Iran attacks failed and Qeshm strikes carried out", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-war-usa-israel-attack-on-iran-lebanon-hezbollah-june-3-2026/article71055298.ece" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-03", "time": "midday", "side": "israel", "title": "Israeli strikes hit south Lebanon and Beirut approaches as U.S.-hosted talks continue", "detail": "Lebanon's Health Ministry said Israeli strikes killed five people and injured 48, including a doctor and health workers at Tebnine Governmental Hospital, while Lebanese state media reported a strike on a vehicle on the Khaldeh road at Beirut's southern entrance plus additional attacks in south Lebanon. The strikes came as Israeli and Lebanese delegations continued U.S.-hosted talks in Washington and U.S. officials said the ceasefire track was still progressing despite continuing combat.", "lat": 33.194, "lng": 35.411, "tid": "israeli-strikes-tebnine-khaldeh-lebanon-talks-jun3", "tn": "Tebnine/Khaldeh strikes", "dmg": 18, "cas": 53, "dl": "LEBANON STRIKES — Israeli attacks hit Tebnine hospital area and Beirut's Khaldeh approach, killing five and wounding dozens amid talks", "dc": "dmg-major", "sources": [ { "name": "The National, June 3 — U.S. claims Lebanon talks making progress despite deadly Israeli strikes", "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/news/mena/2026/06/03/us-claims-lebanon-talks-making-progress-despite-deadly-israeli-strikes/" }, { "name": "The Hindu live, June 3 — Lebanon state media reports Israeli strike on vehicle near Beirut", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-war-usa-israel-attack-on-iran-lebanon-hezbollah-june-3-2026/article71055298.ece" }, { "name": "Reuters via Al-Monitor, June 3 — Israel keeps up strikes in Lebanon despite partial ceasefire", "url": "https://www.al-monitor.com/originals/2026/06/hostilities-flare-iran-war-oil-jumps-talks-stalemate" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-03", "time": "morning", "side": "iran", "title": "IRGC claims attacks on U.S. Fifth Fleet and Gulf shipping as maritime risk rises", "detail": "Iranian state media said the IRGC attacked U.S. Fifth Fleet headquarters in Bahrain, an airbase in an unnamed regional country and a vessel it identified as the Panaya, framing the strikes as retaliation for a U.S. attack near Qeshm and an alleged U.S. strike on an Iranian tanker near Hormuz. CENTCOM said all attacks on U.S. forces failed, while Reuters reported MSC said two projectiles had struck one of its vessels at Iraq's Umm Qasr port the previous day, underscoring expanding risk to commercial shipping around the Gulf.", "lat": 26.208, "lng": 50.609, "tid": "irgc-fifth-fleet-panaya-gulf-shipping-claims-jun3", "tn": "Fifth Fleet / Panaya claims", "dmg": 9, "cas": 0, "dl": "MARITIME THREAT — IRGC claims strikes on U.S. naval facilities and a Gulf vessel as MSC reports projectile hits at Umm Qasr", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters via Al-Monitor, June 3 — IRGC claims Fifth Fleet, airbase and Panaya attacks; MSC reports vessel hit", "url": "https://www.al-monitor.com/originals/2026/06/hostilities-flare-iran-war-oil-jumps-talks-stalemate" }, { "name": "The Hindu live, June 3 — CENTCOM denies IRGC Fifth Fleet and airbase hit claims", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-war-usa-israel-attack-on-iran-lebanon-hezbollah-june-3-2026/article71055298.ece" }, { "name": "The Hindu, June 3 — U.S. says all Iranian attacks on American forces failed", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/usa-iran-war-missile-drone-attack-on-kuwait-bahrain-june-3-2026/article71055303.ece" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-03", "time": "midday", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "Iran warns Kuwait and Bahrain rulers bear responsibility as Gulf states call for united response", "detail": "After renewed attacks on Kuwait and Bahrain, Iran's Foreign Ministry said the rulers of Kuwait and Bahrain bore 'direct responsibility' for allowing U.S. use of their territory or airspace and said Tehran reserved the right to defend itself. UAE presidential adviser Anwar Gargash called for a firm unified Gulf stance, saying Iranian aggression against Kuwait and Bahrain targeted the wider Gulf Cooperation Council security order.", "lat": 24.4539, "lng": 54.3773, "tid": "iran-warns-kuwait-bahrain-gulf-unified-response-jun3", "tn": "Gulf response warning", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "REGIONAL DIPLOMACY — Iran warns Kuwait and Bahrain while Gulf officials call for a united GCC response to repeated attacks", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu live, June 3 — Iran stresses direct responsibility of Kuwait and Bahrain rulers in attacks", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-war-usa-israel-attack-on-iran-lebanon-hezbollah-june-3-2026/article71055298.ece" }, { "name": "Reuters via Al-Monitor, June 3 — Gulf hostilities flare as talks stalemate", "url": "https://www.al-monitor.com/originals/2026/06/hostilities-flare-iran-war-oil-jumps-talks-stalemate" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-03", "time": "evening", "side": "us", "title": "U.S. House passes war-powers rebuke seeking to curb Trump’s Iran campaign", "detail": "The U.S. House of Representatives voted 215-208 for a war-powers resolution that would require President Donald Trump to seek congressional authorization for military action against Iran. Four Republicans joined Democrats in the largely symbolic rebuke, which came as talks over Iran’s enriched uranium stockpile, the Strait of Hormuz and a wider ceasefire remained stalled after the renewed Kuwait and Bahrain attacks.", "lat": 38.9072, "lng": -77.0369, "tid": "us-house-war-powers-resolution-curbs-trump-iran-war-jun3", "tn": "U.S. House war-powers vote", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "WAR POWERS REBUKE — U.S. House votes 215-208 to require authorization for further Iran military action", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News live, June 3 — House votes to rein in Trump on Iran as war loses GOP support", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/trump-iran-war-attacks-kuwait-airport-israel-hezbollah-ceasefire/" }, { "name": "The Hindu, June 4 — U.S. House votes to curb Trump on Iran war as talks stall", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/us-house-votes-to-curb-trump-on-iran-war-as-talks-stall/article71059994.ece" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera, June 4 — House votes 215-208 to require congressional authorization for Iran action", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/6/4/iran-war-day-97-tehran-says-no-progress-in-talks-israel-attacks-lebanon" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-04", "time": "early morning", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "Israel and Lebanon agree conditional ceasefire and Hezbollah-free security zones", "detail": "After U.S.-mediated talks in Washington, Israel and Lebanon agreed to renew and implement a conditional ceasefire tied to a complete cessation of Hezbollah fire, the withdrawal of Hezbollah operatives south of the Litani River and pilot security zones under exclusive Lebanese army control. The framework was linked to wider U.S.-Iran diplomacy because Tehran and Hezbollah had demanded that the Lebanon front be included in any durable end to the war.", "lat": 38.9072, "lng": -77.0369, "tid": "israel-lebanon-conditional-ceasefire-security-zones-jun4", "tn": "Israel-Lebanon ceasefire framework", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "CEASEFIRE FRAMEWORK — Israel and Lebanon agree a U.S.-brokered conditional truce and Hezbollah-free security zones south of the Litani", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News live, June 3/4 — Israel and Lebanon agree to renew ceasefire and create security zones", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/trump-iran-war-attacks-kuwait-airport-israel-hezbollah-ceasefire/" }, { "name": "Gulf News live, June 4 — Lebanon, Israel agree to implement ceasefire following Washington talks", "url": "https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/lebanon-israel-agree-conditional-ceasefire-after-washington-talks-amid-wider-us-iran-tensions-1.500562762" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera, June 4 — U.S. says Lebanon and Israel agreed to implement a ceasefire", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/6/4/iran-war-day-97-tehran-says-no-progress-in-talks-israel-attacks-lebanon" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-04", "time": "morning", "side": "israel", "title": "Israeli strikes and south Lebanon shelling continue after truce announcement", "detail": "Lebanese state media reported Israeli drone strikes along roads in several south Lebanon locations hours after the Washington ceasefire announcement, including a vehicle attack that wounded a couple and their daughter. UNIFIL said one peacekeeper died and two others were wounded after mortar shells hit a position in southern Lebanon, while Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz said the IDF would continue fire and ground operations and retained U.S.-backed freedom to strike Beirut if Hezbollah attacked Israeli communities.", "lat": 33.28, "lng": 35.45, "tid": "israeli-strikes-unifil-peacekeeper-killed-south-lebanon-jun4", "tn": "Post-truce south Lebanon strikes", "dmg": 14, "cas": 6, "dl": "TRUCE TESTED — Israeli strikes continue in south Lebanon and UNIFIL reports one peacekeeper killed and two wounded by shelling", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News live, June 4 — UN says peacekeeper killed; Lebanon media reports Israeli strikes after truce renewal", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/trump-iran-war-attacks-kuwait-airport-israel-hezbollah-ceasefire/" }, { "name": "Gulf News live, June 4 — UN force says peacekeeper killed; Israeli strikes hit Lebanon after truce deal", "url": "https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/lebanon-israel-agree-conditional-ceasefire-after-washington-talks-amid-wider-us-iran-tensions-1.500562762" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera, June 4 — Several wounded in Israeli drone attack on Zefta-Kfarwa road after ceasefire deal", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/6/4/iran-war-day-97-tehran-says-no-progress-in-talks-israel-attacks-lebanon" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-04", "time": "morning", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "Iran says U.S. talks show no progress and links end of war to Lebanon", "detail": "Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said communications with Washington remain open but that there has been “no tangible progress” toward ending the conflict. He defended Iran’s Gulf attacks as self-defense, warned that any Israeli attack on Beirut would trigger a full-scale resumption of war, and said the U.S.-Israel conflict with Tehran would end only when the Lebanon front also ended and Israeli forces withdrew.", "lat": 35.6892, "lng": 51.389, "tid": "iran-no-progress-us-talks-links-war-end-lebanon-jun4", "tn": "Iran talks/Lebanon linkage", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "TALKS STALLED — Iran says U.S. channels remain open but no progress is tangible, and ties any end of war to Lebanon", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Al Jazeera, June 4 — Tehran says no progress in talks; Israel attacks Lebanon", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/6/4/iran-war-day-97-tehran-says-no-progress-in-talks-israel-attacks-lebanon" }, { "name": "CBS News live, June 3/4 — Iran foreign minister says no tangible progress and warns on Beirut", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/trump-iran-war-attacks-kuwait-airport-israel-hezbollah-ceasefire/" }, { "name": "Gulf News live, June 4 — Iran says war will only end when it ends in Lebanon", "url": "https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/lebanon-israel-agree-conditional-ceasefire-after-washington-talks-amid-wider-us-iran-tensions-1.500562762" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-05", "time": "early morning", "side": "hezbollah", "title": "Hezbollah rejects U.S.-brokered conditional Lebanon truce", "detail": "Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem rejected the conditional ceasefire framework announced after Lebanese-Israeli talks in Washington, calling for a comprehensive ceasefire and full Israeli withdrawal instead. He warned that northern Israel would remain a target while Israeli forces continue bombing Lebanon, leaving the U.S.-brokered security-zone proposal in doubt and raising the risk of renewed escalation.", "lat": 33.8938, "lng": 35.5018, "tid": "hezbollah-rejects-conditional-lebanon-truce-jun5", "tn": "Hezbollah rejects truce", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "TRUCE REJECTED — Hezbollah dismisses the Washington ceasefire framework and demands full Israeli withdrawal before stopping attacks", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Al Jazeera, June 5 — Hezbollah rejects deal as Lebanon fighting continues", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/6/5/iran-war-day-98-tehran-raises-doubts-on-deal-as-lebanon-fighting-continues" }, { "name": "CBS News live, June 5 — Hezbollah chief rejects conditional truce and threatens northern Israel", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-us-war-talks-no-progress-israel-lebanon-hezbollah/" }, { "name": "The Hindu live, June 5 — Hezbollah rejects truce as peace talks stall", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/israel-iran-war-live-updates-june-5-2026-hezbollah-lebanon-news-strait-of-hormuz/article71063774.ece" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-05", "time": "overnight", "side": "israel", "title": "Israeli strikes kill seven in Tyre despite Lebanon ceasefire push", "detail": "Lebanese civil defence said Israeli strikes overnight hit the south Lebanon city of Tyre, killing seven people and wounding twelve. One strike near Jabal Amel hospital killed four people, wounded seven and lightly damaged the facility, while another residential-area strike killed three and wounded five, including two children. Israel also warned residents of three villages north of the Litani River to evacuate ahead of expected attacks on Hezbollah targets.", "lat": 33.2705, "lng": 35.2038, "tid": "israeli-strikes-tyre-kill-seven-evacuation-warnings-jun5", "tn": "Tyre strikes", "dmg": 22, "cas": 19, "dl": "TYRE STRUCK — Israeli overnight attacks kill seven and wound twelve, including near Jabal Amel hospital, as new evacuation warnings go out", "dc": "dmg-major", "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News live, June 5 — Israeli strikes kill 7 in south Lebanon's Tyre; evacuation warnings north of Litani", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-us-war-talks-no-progress-israel-lebanon-hezbollah/" }, { "name": "The Hindu live, June 5 — Seven killed as Israel strikes in south Lebanon’s Tyre", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/israel-iran-war-live-updates-june-5-2026-hezbollah-lebanon-news-strait-of-hormuz/article71063774.ece" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera, June 5 — Israel strikes Lebanon despite ceasefire while Hezbollah rejects deal", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/6/5/iran-war-day-98-tehran-raises-doubts-on-deal-as-lebanon-fighting-continues" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-05", "time": "morning", "side": "unknown", "title": "Oman suspends Mina al-Fahal oil loading after alleged drone blast", "detail": "Oman's Mina al-Fahal terminal suspended crude-loading operations after an explosion near its single-buoy mooring berths, with Reuters citing sources who said the blast occurred between SBM 1 and SBM 2 and was allegedly caused by a drone attack. The disruption came as U.S.-Iran talks remained stalled, traffic through the Strait of Hormuz stayed limited, and oil prices rose on renewed Middle East risk.", "lat": 23.627, "lng": 58.512, "tid": "oman-mina-al-fahal-oil-terminal-drone-blast-jun5", "tn": "Mina al-Fahal blast", "dmg": 35, "cas": 0, "dl": "OIL TERMINAL HALTED — Oman suspends Mina al-Fahal crude loading after an alleged drone blast near offshore mooring berths", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu live/Reuters, June 5 — Oman suspends oil loading at Mina al Fahal terminal following explosion", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/israel-iran-war-live-updates-june-5-2026-hezbollah-lebanon-news-strait-of-hormuz/article71063774.ece" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera, June 5 — Reuters reports Oman oil terminal disruption after alleged drone attack", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/6/5/iran-war-day-98-tehran-raises-doubts-on-deal-as-lebanon-fighting-continues" }, { "name": "CBS News live, June 5 — Lebanon war and Iran talks live updates", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-us-war-talks-no-progress-israel-lebanon-hezbollah/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-05", "time": "morning", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "IAEA says it cannot verify Iran’s enriched uranium stockpile after war damage", "detail": "A confidential International Atomic Energy Agency report said inspectors have been unable to inspect Iranian nuclear facilities affected by the war and cannot provide information on the current size, composition, or whereabouts of Iran's enriched uranium stockpile or whether enrichment-related activity has stopped. The agency said it is unable to discharge safeguards responsibilities and called renewed Iranian cooperation indispensable and urgent.", "lat": 35.6892, "lng": 51.389, "tid": "iaea-unable-verify-iran-enriched-uranium-stockpile-jun5", "tn": "IAEA safeguards gap", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "NUCLEAR BLIND SPOT — IAEA says war damage and lack of access leave Iran’s enriched uranium stockpile unverified", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu live/AP, June 5 — UN nuclear watchdog unable to inspect Iranian facilities", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/israel-iran-war-live-updates-june-5-2026-hezbollah-lebanon-news-strait-of-hormuz/article71063774.ece" }, { "name": "CBS News live, June 4/5 — U.N. nuclear watchdog concerned by lack of access to Iran sites", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-us-war-talks-no-progress-israel-lebanon-hezbollah/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-05", "time": "daytime", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "Lebanese leaders openly rebuke Iran over Hezbollah war leverage", "detail": "President Joseph Aoun and Prime Minister Nawaf Salam issued unusually direct public rebukes of Iran as Israel and Hezbollah kept trading attacks after Hezbollah rejected the U.S.-brokered truce. Aoun said Iran was using Lebanon as a bargaining chip in U.S. negotiations and told Tehran, 'It's not your country,' while Salam urged Iran to stop treating south Lebanon as leverage and warned Hezbollah's rejection of the deal would deepen the humanitarian crisis.", "lat": 33.8938, "lng": 35.5018, "tid": "lebanese-leaders-rebuke-iran-bargaining-chip-jun5", "tn": "Lebanon rebukes Iran", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "SOVEREIGNTY REBUKE — Lebanon's president and prime minister tell Iran to stop using Lebanon as a bargaining chip as the Hezbollah war escalates", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Channel NewsAsia/AFP, June 5 — Lebanese leaders rebuke Iran as Israel, Hezbollah trade attacks", "url": "https://www.channelnewsasia.com/world/lebanese-leaders-rebuke-iran-israel-hezbollah-trade-attacks-6165596" }, { "name": "CBS News live, June 5 — Lebanon's president and prime minister accuse Iran of using Lebanon as leverage", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-us-war-israel-hezbollah-fighting-ceasefire-efforts/" }, { "name": "Gulf News live, June 5 — Lebanon president and prime minister tell Iran not to interfere", "url": "https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/middle-east-tensions-omans-explosion-hit-oil-terminal-resumes-operations-hezbollah-israel-trade-fresh-strikes-1.500563951" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-05", "time": "afternoon", "side": "us", "title": "U.S. strikes Iranian radar sites after drones threaten Strait of Hormuz", "detail": "U.S. Central Command said American forces shot down four Iranian one-way attack drones launched toward the Strait of Hormuz because they posed an immediate threat to regional maritime traffic. U.S. forces then struck Iranian coastal surveillance radar sites at Goruk and on Qeshm Island, while Washington continued enforcing its blockade of Iranian ports and Tehran warned the maritime standoff could expand.", "lat": 26.755, "lng": 56.09, "tid": "us-strikes-iran-radar-sites-hormuz-drones-jun5", "tn": "Hormuz radar strikes", "dmg": 30, "cas": 0, "dl": "HORMUZ FLARE-UP — U.S. shoots down four Iranian attack drones and strikes coastal radar sites at Goruk and Qeshm Island", "dc": "dmg-significant", "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News live, June 5 — U.S. shoots down Iranian drones launched toward Strait of Hormuz and strikes radar sites", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-us-war-israel-hezbollah-fighting-ceasefire-efforts/" }, { "name": "The Guardian/AP/AFP, June 6 — U.S. says Iran radar sites struck and drones intercepted", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/jun/06/us-says-iran-radar-sites-struck-and-drones-intercepted-in-latest-threat-to-fragile-ceasefire" }, { "name": "Gulf News live, June 6 — U.S. intercepted drones near Hormuz and struck Qeshm/Goruk radar installations", "url": "https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-iran-tensions-escalate-irgc-hits-oil-tanker-in-strait-of-hormuz-missiles-target-kuwait-and-bahrain-1.500565195" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-06", "time": "early morning", "side": "iran", "title": "Iran fires seven ballistic missiles toward Kuwait and Bahrain", "detail": "After the U.S. strikes on Iranian coastal sites, CENTCOM said Iran fired seven ballistic missiles toward Kuwait and Bahrain, both of which host U.S. forces. Six missiles were intercepted and a seventh failed to reach its target, with no reported harm to U.S. personnel. Kuwait said it was intercepting hostile missile and drone attacks, Bahrain sounded nationwide sirens and later condemned the launches as a violation of sovereignty.", "lat": 26.1, "lng": 50.55, "tid": "iran-seven-ballistic-missiles-kuwait-bahrain-jun6", "tn": "Kuwait/Bahrain missile attack", "dmg": 28, "cas": 0, "dl": "GULF MISSILE SALVO — Iran fires seven ballistic missiles toward Kuwait and Bahrain; six are intercepted and one falls short", "dc": "dmg-major", "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News live, June 5/6 — CENTCOM says Iran fired seven ballistic missiles toward Kuwait and Bahrain", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-us-war-israel-hezbollah-fighting-ceasefire-efforts/" }, { "name": "The Guardian/AP/AFP, June 6 — Kuwait and Bahrain targeted after U.S.-Iran exchange", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/jun/06/us-says-iran-radar-sites-struck-and-drones-intercepted-in-latest-threat-to-fragile-ceasefire" }, { "name": "Gulf News live, June 6 — Bahrain condemns Iranian missile launches toward Gulf states", "url": "https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-iran-tensions-escalate-irgc-hits-oil-tanker-in-strait-of-hormuz-missiles-target-kuwait-and-bahrain-1.500565195" }, { "name": "The National, June 6 — Iran attacks Kuwait and Bahrain with seven ballistic missiles", "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/news/mena/2026/06/06/live-us-iran-war-kuwait-bahrain/" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://media.mehrnews.com/d/2026/06/06/4/6051123.jpg?ts=1780763896382", "source": "Commercial satellite imagery via Mehr News", "captureDate": "2026-06-06", "description": "Mehr-published satellite image panel reportedly shows the destroyed U.S. drone hangar at Ali Al Salem Air Base in Kuwait after Iranian attacks." } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-06", "time": "morning", "side": "iran", "title": "IRGC says it struck tanker attempting Strait of Hormuz transit", "detail": "Iran's Revolutionary Guard said it targeted one of four oil tankers that allegedly tried to pass through the Strait of Hormuz without prior coordination. The IRGC claimed the vessels ignored Iranian warnings and attempted an illegal transit encouraged by the U.S. military; it said one tanker was hit and forced to halt while the other three turned back, intensifying fears of a full Hormuz closure.", "lat": 26.55, "lng": 56.35, "tid": "irgc-strikes-oil-tanker-strait-hormuz-transit-jun6", "tn": "Hormuz tanker struck", "dmg": 40, "cas": 0, "dl": "TANKER HIT — IRGC says it struck one oil tanker in the Strait of Hormuz after a four-ship convoy ignored Iranian transit warnings", "dc": "dmg-major", "sources": [ { "name": "Gulf News live, June 6 — IRGC strikes oil tanker in Strait of Hormuz", "url": "https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-iran-tensions-escalate-irgc-hits-oil-tanker-in-strait-of-hormuz-missiles-target-kuwait-and-bahrain-1.500565195" }, { "name": "India Today live, June 6 — IRGC stops oil tanker attempting to leave Strait of Hormuz", "url": "https://www.indiatoday.in/world/story/us-israel-iran-war-live-updates-strait-of-hormuz-middle-east-conlfict-crude-oil-price-hike-khamenei-trump-ceasefire-talks-lebanon-hezbollah-2922681-2026-06-06" }, { "name": "The National, June 6 — Iran war latest lists Hormuz tanker clash among developments", "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/news/mena/2026/06/06/live-us-iran-war-kuwait-bahrain/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-06", "time": "morning", "side": "israel", "title": "Israeli strike kills several Lebanese soldiers near Nabatieh", "detail": "Lebanon's army said several soldiers, including an officer, were killed when an Israeli strike hit a military vehicle on the Khardali–Nabatieh road in southern Lebanon. The attack came days after Israel and Lebanese envoys announced a conditional truce that would require Lebanese army deployment to pilot security zones, raising new doubts about implementation while Hezbollah and Israel continued fighting.", "lat": 33.372, "lng": 35.523, "tid": "israeli-strike-kills-lebanese-soldiers-khardali-nabatieh-jun6", "tn": "Lebanese army vehicle hit", "dmg": 20, "cas": 4, "dl": "LEBANESE ARMY HIT — Israel strikes a military vehicle near Nabatieh, killing several soldiers including an officer amid truce implementation talks", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "Gulf News live, June 6 — Lebanese army says several soldiers killed by Israeli strike", "url": "https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-iran-tensions-escalate-irgc-hits-oil-tanker-in-strait-of-hormuz-missiles-target-kuwait-and-bahrain-1.500565195" }, { "name": "India Today live, June 6 — Lebanese Army claims several soldiers killed in latest Israeli strike", "url": "https://www.indiatoday.in/world/story/us-israel-iran-war-live-updates-strait-of-hormuz-middle-east-conlfict-crude-oil-price-hike-khamenei-trump-ceasefire-talks-lebanon-hezbollah-2922681-2026-06-06" }, { "name": "The National, June 6 — Several Lebanese soldiers killed in Israeli strike on military vehicle", "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/news/mena/2026/06/06/live-us-iran-war-kuwait-bahrain/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-07", "time": "early morning", "side": "us", "title": "U.S. downs two more Iranian drones over Strait of Hormuz", "detail": "U.S. Central Command said American forces shot down two Iranian one-way attack drones that threatened international maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz, bringing the reported two-day total of downed Iranian drones near the waterway to six. The incident kept the April 8 U.S.-Iran ceasefire under strain after the prior U.S. strikes on Goruk and Qeshm radar sites and Iran's missile fire toward Kuwait and Bahrain.", "lat": 26.58, "lng": 56.25, "tid": "us-downs-two-more-iranian-drones-hormuz-jun7", "tn": "Hormuz drones downed", "dmg": 18, "cas": 0, "dl": "HORMUZ DRONES DOWNED — U.S. says it destroyed two more Iranian attack drones threatening Strait of Hormuz shipping", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu/AFP, June 7 — U.S. says shot down Iran drones in fresh escalation", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/us-says-shot-down-iran-drones-in-fresh-escalation/article71072392.ece" }, { "name": "CBS News live, June 7 — U.S. shoots down 2 more Iranian attack drones, CENTCOM says", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-us-war-israel-hezbollah-fighting-ceasefire-efforts/" }, { "name": "DW live, June 7 — US says it destroyed two Iran drones targeting Hormuz shipping", "url": "https://www.dw.com/en/iran-strikes-us-bases-gulf-kuwait-bahrain-hormuz/live-77442602" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-07", "time": "morning", "side": "hezbollah", "title": "Israel intercepts two projectiles launched from Lebanon", "detail": "The Israeli military said air defenses intercepted two projectiles that crossed from Lebanon after sirens sounded around Yiftah and Ramot Naftali in northern Israel. The launches tested the newly announced conditional Israel-Lebanon ceasefire framework, which Hezbollah had rejected while demanding an Israeli withdrawal from southern Lebanon.", "lat": 33.12, "lng": 35.55, "tid": "hezbollah-projectiles-intercepted-yiftah-ramot-naftali-jun7", "tn": "Northern Israel projectiles", "dmg": 10, "cas": 0, "dl": "CEASEFIRE TESTED — Israel intercepts two projectiles from Lebanon over Yiftah and Ramot Naftali", "dc": "dmg-minor", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu live, June 7 — Israeli military intercepts two projectiles that crossed from Lebanon", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-conflict-iran-us-israel-war-strait-of-hormuz-live-updates-june-7-2026/article71072180.ece" }, { "name": "DW live, June 7 — Israeli army intercepts projectiles from Lebanon despite ceasefire", "url": "https://www.dw.com/en/iran-strikes-us-bases-gulf-kuwait-bahrain-hormuz/live-77442602" }, { "name": "Arab News/Reuters, June 7 — Israeli military says it intercepted two projectiles that crossed from Lebanon", "url": "https://www.arabnews.com/node/2646243/middle-east" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-07", "time": "morning", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "Pakistan sends Mohsin Naqvi back to Tehran with mediation letter", "detail": "Pakistan's Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi arrived in Tehran for his third Iran visit in recent weeks, saying he carried a special letter from Pakistan's army chief and prime minister for Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei. The trip came as indirect U.S.-Iran talks remained stalled and Tehran continued to link a Gulf ceasefire to the Israel-Hezbollah front in Lebanon.", "lat": 35.6892, "lng": 51.389, "tid": "pakistan-naqvi-third-tehran-mediation-letter-jun7", "tn": "Pakistan Tehran mediation", "dmg": 0, "cas": 0, "dl": "MEDIATION PUSH — Pakistan's interior minister returns to Tehran with a letter for Khamenei as U.S.-Iran talks stall", "dc": "dmg-minor", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu live, June 7 — Pakistan Interior Minister visits Tehran for third time in weeks", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-conflict-iran-us-israel-war-strait-of-hormuz-live-updates-june-7-2026/article71072180.ece" }, { "name": "The Hindu, June 7 — U.S. eyes Iranian assets; Pakistani Minister lands in Tehran", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/us-eyes-iranian-assets-for-gulf-allies-reconstruction-source-says/article71072162.ece" }, { "name": "CBS News live, June 6 — Pakistani interior minister visits Iran for talks with foreign minister", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-us-war-israel-hezbollah-fighting-ceasefire-efforts/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-07", "time": "morning", "side": "economic", "title": "U.S. weighs redirecting Iranian assets to Gulf allies for war repairs", "detail": "A source familiar with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's thinking said the U.S. would seek to make Iranian assets available to Gulf allies for rebuilding and repairs from future Iranian damage, and would assess whether assets could cover damage already caused since the war began. The move directly conflicted with Tehran's demand that Washington release frozen Iranian funds as a trust-building step in ceasefire talks.", "lat": 38.8977, "lng": -77.0365, "tid": "us-weighs-iranian-assets-gulf-repairs-jun7", "tn": "Iranian assets for repairs", "dmg": 5, "cas": 0, "dl": "ASSET FIGHT — U.S. weighs using Iranian assets to repair Gulf-allied damage, undercutting Tehran's demand for frozen funds", "dc": "dmg-minor", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu, June 7 — U.S. eyes Iranian assets for Gulf allies' reconstruction", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/us-eyes-iranian-assets-for-gulf-allies-reconstruction-source-says/article71072162.ece" }, { "name": "CBS News live, June 6 — Treasury Department plans to use Iranian assets to help U.S. Gulf allies recover", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-us-war-israel-hezbollah-fighting-ceasefire-efforts/" }, { "name": "The Hindu/AFP, June 7 — Washington may seek Iranian funds for Gulf damage after drone escalation", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/us-says-shot-down-iran-drones-in-fresh-escalation/article71072392.ece" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-07", "time": "afternoon", "side": "israel", "title": "Israeli strike hits Beirut's southern suburbs after Hezbollah fire", "detail": "Israel struck Beirut's southern suburbs, saying it targeted Hezbollah command centers after fire toward northern Israel. Lebanon's health ministry said the air raid killed two people and wounded 20, including women and children. The strike defied Washington's request for Israel to stand down and became the immediate trigger for Iran's first direct missile bombardment of Israel since the April ceasefire.", "lat": 33.8547, "lng": 35.5064, "tid": "israel-strikes-beirut-southern-suburbs-jun7", "tn": "Beirut suburbs strike", "dmg": 45, "cas": 22, "dl": "CEASEFIRE SPARK — Israeli strike on Beirut's southern suburbs kills 2 and wounds 20, triggering Iranian retaliation", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News live, June 7 — Israeli strike on Beirut suburbs kills 2, wounds 20", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-us-war-israel-hezbollah-fighting-ceasefire-efforts/" }, { "name": "The Hindu live, June 8 — Tehran warned of retaliation after Israel struck Beirut's southern suburbs", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-conflict-iran-us-israel-war-beirut-strikes-strait-of-hormuz-live-updates-june-8-2026/article71074947.ece" }, { "name": "ABC Australia live, June 8 — IRGC launches strikes after Israeli strikes on Dahiyeh", "url": "https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-06-08/iran-fires-missiles-at-israel-us-trump-says-peace-deal-close/106770982" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-08", "time": "early morning", "side": "iran", "title": "Iran launches repeated missile salvos at Israel after Beirut strike", "detail": "Iran launched multiple missile barrages at Israel, the first direct bombardment since the April ceasefire. Israeli authorities reported waves of missiles and explosions over central Israel as air defenses tried to intercept them; by mid-day local time the Israeli military said it had detected a sixth salvo. The IRGC said its Operation Nasr targeted Nevatim and Tel Nof air bases in response to Israeli attacks on Iranian radar sites.", "lat": 32.0853, "lng": 34.7818, "tid": "iran-missile-salvos-israel-nevatim-tel-nof-jun8", "tn": "Iran missile salvos on Israel", "dmg": 70, "cas": 0, "dl": "DIRECT FIRE RESUMES — Iran launches repeated missile salvos at Israel, claiming strikes on Nevatim and Tel Nof air bases", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News live, June 8 — Israel and Iran target each other; IRGC says it targeted two Israeli bases", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-us-war-israel-hezbollah-fighting-ceasefire-efforts/" }, { "name": "The Hindu live, June 8 — Iran Guards say struck Nevatim and Tel Nof air bases", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-conflict-iran-us-israel-war-beirut-strikes-strait-of-hormuz-live-updates-june-8-2026/article71074947.ece" }, { "name": "ABC Australia live, June 8 — fresh wave of Iranian missiles targets central Israel", "url": "https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-06-08/iran-fires-missiles-at-israel-us-trump-says-peace-deal-close/106770982" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://www.timesofisrael.com/idf-confirms-damage-to-airbase-during-iranian-missile-attack-this-week/", "source": "Sentinel-2 / Soar via Times of Israel", "captureDate": "2026-06-08", "description": "Low-resolution Sentinel-2 imagery processed by Copernicus Browser/Soar shows a discolored patch at Ramat David Airbase after Iran’s June 8 missile barrages; IDF later confirmed minor warehouse damage from falling fragments." } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-08", "time": "morning", "side": "israel", "title": "Israel strikes Iranian defense systems and Mahshahr petrochemical complex", "detail": "Israel launched strikes across central and western Iran after taking Iranian missile fire, with explosions reported in Tehran, Tabriz and Isfahan. The Israeli military said dozens of warplanes dismantled strategic Iranian defense systems deployed to restore detection and air-defense capability, and separately confirmed strikes on several targets at the Mahshahr petrochemical complex in Khuzestan province. Iran said the petrochemical strike prompted its missile attack on a similar plant in Haifa.", "lat": 30.5586, "lng": 49.1981, "tid": "israel-strikes-iran-defenses-mahshahr-petrochemical-jun8", "tn": "Mahshahr and Iran defenses", "dmg": 85, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRATEGIC STRIKES — Israel says it dismantled Iranian defense systems and hit Mahshahr petrochemical targets", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu live, June 8 — Israel says struck Iran petrochemical complex in Mahshahr", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-conflict-iran-us-israel-war-beirut-strikes-strait-of-hormuz-live-updates-june-8-2026/article71074947.ece" }, { "name": "The Hindu live, June 8 — Israel Army says struck and dismantled strategic defence systems in Iran", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-conflict-iran-us-israel-war-beirut-strikes-strait-of-hormuz-live-updates-june-8-2026/article71074947.ece" }, { "name": "ABC Australia live, June 8 — Iranian petrochemical plant hit by Israeli projectile", "url": "https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-06-08/iran-fires-missiles-at-israel-us-trump-says-peace-deal-close/106770982" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-08", "time": "morning", "side": "iran-allies", "title": "Houthis fire missile at Israel and reimpose Red Sea ban on Israeli ships", "detail": "Yemen's Iran-backed Houthis said they launched a missile barrage at sensitive Israeli targets and declared a complete ban on Israeli maritime navigation in the Red Sea. Israel said it detected a missile launch from Yemen and activated air defenses. The announcement raised the prospect that Houthi attacks could again disrupt the Red Sea, Gulf of Aden and Bab el-Mandeb shipping corridor after a lull under the April ceasefire.", "lat": 12.8, "lng": 43.3, "tid": "houthis-missile-israel-red-sea-ban-jun8", "tn": "Houthi Red Sea ban", "dmg": 55, "cas": 0, "dl": "RED SEA THREAT — Houthis fire toward Israel and declare a total ban on Israeli shipping in the Red Sea", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu live, June 8 — Yemen's Houthis declare total ban on Israeli ships in Red Sea", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-conflict-iran-us-israel-war-beirut-strikes-strait-of-hormuz-live-updates-june-8-2026/article71074947.ece" }, { "name": "CBS News live, June 8 — Yemen's Houthis declare ban on Israeli shipping in Red Sea", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-us-war-israel-hezbollah-fighting-ceasefire-efforts/" }, { "name": "ABC Australia live, June 8 — Houthis claim strike on Israel and close Red Sea to Israeli ships", "url": "https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-06-08/iran-fires-missiles-at-israel-us-trump-says-peace-deal-close/106770982" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-08", "time": "morning", "side": "iran", "title": "IRGC strikes Kurdish opposition headquarters in Iraqi Kurdistan", "detail": "Iran's Revolutionary Guards targeted what state media described as headquarters of terrorist groups in Sulaymaniyah, Iraqi Kurdistan. Tehran has long accused armed Kurdish parties based in Iraq's Kurdistan region of serving Western or Israeli interests; the strike widened the day's escalation beyond Israel, Lebanon and the Gulf maritime front.", "lat": 35.5558, "lng": 45.4351, "tid": "irgc-strikes-kurdish-groups-sulaymaniyah-jun8", "tn": "Sulaymaniyah IRGC strike", "dmg": 40, "cas": 0, "dl": "WAR WIDENS — IRGC strikes Kurdish opposition headquarters in Sulaymaniyah amid renewed regional escalation", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu live, June 8 — Iran says targeted terrorist groups in Iraq", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-conflict-iran-us-israel-war-beirut-strikes-strait-of-hormuz-live-updates-june-8-2026/article71074947.ece" }, { "name": "ABC Australia live, June 8 — latest on regional escalation after Iran-Israel strikes", "url": "https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-06-08/iran-fires-missiles-at-israel-us-trump-says-peace-deal-close/106770982" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-08", "time": "morning", "side": "economic", "title": "Iran says Strait of Hormuz will reopen under new fee conditions", "detail": "Iran's ambassador to Moscow said the Strait of Hormuz would be open, but under new conditions to be set by Iran and Oman, including transit fees for services related to the waterway. Oil and LNG flows remain severely constrained after the war largely cut traffic through the strait, a route that normally carries about one-fifth of the world's oil. The position sharpened Tehran's dispute with Washington over whether Iran can demand fees from ships transiting Hormuz.", "lat": 26.5667, "lng": 56.25, "tid": "iran-hormuz-reopen-new-transit-fees-jun8", "tn": "Hormuz transit fees", "dmg": 35, "cas": 0, "dl": "HORMUZ TERMS — Iran says the Strait will reopen only under new Iran-Oman conditions, including transit fees", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu live, June 8 — Hormuz strait will be open but with transit fees", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-conflict-iran-us-israel-war-beirut-strikes-strait-of-hormuz-live-updates-june-8-2026/article71074947.ece" }, { "name": "ABC Australia live, June 8 — Strait of Hormuz to open under new conditions", "url": "https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-06-08/iran-fires-missiles-at-israel-us-trump-says-peace-deal-close/106770982" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-08", "time": "afternoon", "side": "us", "title": "U.S. disables Palau-flagged tanker trying to reach Iran", "detail": "U.S. Central Command said an F/A-18 Super Hornet from the USS Abraham Lincoln disabled the Palau-flagged M/T Marivex in the Gulf of Oman after the empty tanker allegedly violated the U.S. blockade by sailing toward an Iranian port and failed to comply with directions. The precision munition struck the ship's engineering and steering spaces; Indian and Omani reporting said all 24 crew members were rescued without injury. CENTCOM said it had disabled seven non-compliant vessels since the blockade began on April 13.", "lat": 24.35, "lng": 58.7, "tid": "us-disables-marivex-tanker-gulf-oman-jun8", "tn": "M/T Marivex disabled", "dmg": 70, "cas": 0, "dl": "BLOCKADE ENFORCED — U.S. jet disables the M/T Marivex in the Gulf of Oman as it heads toward Iran", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "U.S. Central Command, June 8 — U.S. forces disable non-compliant oil tanker in Gulf of Oman", "url": "https://www.centcom.mil/MEDIA/PUBLIC-RELEASES/Article/4511257/us-forces-disable-non-compliant-oil-tanker-in-gulf-of-oman/" }, { "name": "CBS News live, June 8 — U.S. fighter jet fired on tanker allegedly violating blockade", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-trump-israel-strikes-ceasefire-lebanon-beirut/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-08", "time": "evening", "side": "israel", "title": "Israeli strikes hit Tyre and Marwanieh, killing rescuers and a child", "detail": "Lebanon's Health Ministry said an Israeli strike on Tyre killed five people and wounded eight, with four Lebanese Red Cross paramedics among the dead. The Guardian also reported a separate Israeli strike on Marwanieh in southern Lebanon that killed two people, including a child, and wounded ten. The Tyre bombardment followed evacuation warnings and came as Israel said it would keep operating against Hezbollah despite Iran's threat to resume attacks if Lebanon strikes continued.", "lat": 33.2705, "lng": 35.2033, "tid": "israeli-strikes-tyre-marwanieh-rescuers-child-jun8", "tn": "Tyre and Marwanieh strikes", "dmg": 70, "cas": 25, "dl": "SOUTH LEBANON STRIKES — Israeli attacks kill Red Cross paramedics in Tyre and a child in Marwanieh", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News live, June 8 — five killed in Israeli strike in Lebanon, including Red Cross paramedics", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-trump-israel-strikes-ceasefire-lebanon-beirut/" }, { "name": "The Guardian, June 8 — Tyre strike kills five and Marwanieh strike kills two including a child", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/jun/08/israel-and-iran-attacks-pause-after-trump-calls-to-stop-shooting" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-08", "time": "night", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "Iran and Israel halt direct fire after Trump urges them to stop shooting", "detail": "After the largest direct Iran-Israel exchange since the April ceasefire, Iran announced it was halting operations and Netanyahu said the fire on the Iran front was contained, while warning Israel would respond forcefully if Iran attacked again. Trump said he had told both sides to immediately stop shooting and warned Netanyahu that further strikes on Iran could leave Israel on its own. The pause left the truce highly fragile because Tehran still demanded that Lebanon be included and Israel insisted its Hezbollah campaign was separate.", "lat": 31.5, "lng": 44.0, "tid": "iran-israel-halt-direct-fire-trump-warning-jun8", "tn": "Iran-Israel halt direct fire", "dmg": 20, "cas": 0, "dl": "FRAGILE PAUSE — Iran and Israel halt direct attacks after Trump demands they stop shooting", "dc": "dmg-light", "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News live, June 9 — Iran and Israel say attacks halted after Trump tells both to stop shooting", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-trump-israel-strikes-ceasefire-lebanon-beirut/" }, { "name": "The Guardian, June 8 — Israel and Iran step back after Trump calls for halt", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/jun/08/israel-and-iran-attacks-pause-after-trump-calls-to-stop-shooting" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera, June 9 — Trump warns Israel against new strikes as ceasefire holds", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/6/9/iran-war-day-102-trump-warns-israel-against-new-strikes-as-ceasefire-holds" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-09", "time": "early morning", "side": "iran-allies", "title": "Israel intercepts aerial target from Yemen over Eilat region", "detail": "Israel's military said it intercepted a suspicious aerial target launched from Yemen toward the Eilat region early Tuesday, with no injuries reported. The interception came one day after the Houthis claimed missile attacks on Israel and announced a renewed ban on Israeli navigation in the Red Sea, keeping the Yemen front active even as Iran and Israel paused direct fire.", "lat": 29.5577, "lng": 34.9519, "tid": "israel-intercepts-yemen-aerial-target-eilat-jun9", "tn": "Yemen aerial target near Eilat", "dmg": 25, "cas": 0, "dl": "YEMEN FRONT ACTIVE — Israel intercepts an aerial target from Yemen near Eilat with no injuries", "dc": "dmg-light", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu live, June 9 — Israel says intercepted suspicious aerial target from Yemen", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-conflict-iran-us-israel-war-strait-of-hormuz-live-updates-june-9-2026/article71079114.ece" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-09", "time": "morning", "side": "israel", "title": "Israel orders full evacuation of Tyre ahead of expected strikes", "detail": "Israel's Arabic-language military spokesman ordered residents of Tyre, including the Christian quarter, camps and surrounding neighborhoods, to leave immediately and move north of the Zahrani River ahead of expected strikes. Residents fled the southern Lebanese city after a day of lethal strikes there, underscoring that Israel's Lebanon campaign was continuing despite the pause in direct Iran-Israel fire and Iran's warning that attacks could resume if Lebanon strikes continued.", "lat": 33.2705, "lng": 35.2033, "tid": "israel-tyre-full-evacuation-warning-jun9", "tn": "Tyre evacuation order", "dmg": 45, "cas": 0, "dl": "TYRE EVACUATION — Israel orders residents of Tyre and surrounding areas north of the Zahrani ahead of strikes", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu live, June 9 — Israel army calls for evacuation of Lebanon's Tyre and surrounding areas", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-conflict-iran-us-israel-war-strait-of-hormuz-live-updates-june-9-2026/article71079114.ece" }, { "name": "CBS News live, June 9 — Israel issues evacuation order for south Lebanon city of Tyre", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-trump-israel-strikes-ceasefire-lebanon-beirut/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-09", "time": "morning", "side": "us", "title": "Iranian drone downs U.S. Apache near Strait of Hormuz during blockade operations", "detail": "A U.S. Army Apache attack helicopter went down near the Strait of Hormuz, with both crew members rescued uninjured in the U.S. military’s first sea-drone rescue. Trump later said Iran had shot down the helicopter and that the United States would respond; CBS News and ISW reported U.S. officials assessed that an Iranian Shahed drone struck the aircraft, while Iran denied involvement. The incident sharply escalated the Hormuz standoff amid U.S. blockade operations around Iranian oil shipments.", "lat": 26.5667, "lng": 56.25, "tid": "us-apache-crashes-near-strait-hormuz-jun9", "tn": "U.S. Apache crash near Hormuz", "dmg": 45, "cas": 0, "dl": "HORMUZ SHOOTDOWN — Iranian drone assessed to have downed a U.S. Apache; both crew rescued", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu, June 9 — U.S. crew rescued after helicopter goes down near Strait of Hormuz", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/crew-rescued-after-us-helicopter-goes-down-near-strait-of-hormuz-report/article71079206.ece" }, { "name": "CBS News live, June 9 — Trump says pilots of U.S. chopper near Strait of Hormuz are fine", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-trump-israel-strikes-ceasefire-lebanon-beirut/" }, { "name": "CBS News live, June 9 — Trump says Iranians shot down Apache and U.S. must respond", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-trump-peace-deal-israel/" }, { "name": "ISW Iran Update Special Report, June 9 — Iranian drone downed U.S. Apache near Oman", "url": "https://understandingwar.org/research/middle-east/iran-update-special-report-june-9-2026/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-09", "time": "evening", "side": "us", "title": "U.S. strikes Iranian air-defense and radar targets near Strait of Hormuz", "detail": "U.S. Central Command said it completed “self-defense strikes” on Iran after the Apache shootdown, targeting Iranian air defenses, ground control stations and surveillance radar sites near the Strait of Hormuz. CBS News reported that nearly 20 targets were hit and House Speaker Mike Johnson described the strikes as proportional and limited, while Trump called the response “very strong” and “very powerful.”", "lat": 26.75, "lng": 56.25, "tid": "us-strikes-iran-radar-air-defense-hormuz-jun9", "tn": "U.S. Hormuz strikes", "dmg": 75, "cas": 0, "dl": "U.S. RETALIATION — CENTCOM hits nearly 20 Iranian air-defense, radar and control targets near Hormuz", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News live, June 9-10 — U.S. forces hit nearly 20 Iranian targets after Apache downing", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-trump-peace-deal-israel/" }, { "name": "The Guardian live, June 10 — U.S. launches multiple waves of strikes on Iran after helicopter crash", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/jun/10/iran-war-updates-missile-strikes-trump-us-retaliation-middle-east-crisis-war-live" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-10", "time": "early morning", "side": "iran", "title": "Iran targets U.S. bases in Bahrain, Kuwait and Jordan after U.S. strikes", "detail": "Iranian state media and the IRGC said Iran launched drone attacks on U.S. military installations in Bahrain and Kuwait and long-range missiles at Jordan’s Muwaffaq Salti Air Base after U.S. strikes on Iran. Jordan said it shot down five Iranian missiles aimed at the airbase, which has hosted U.S. F-35s and other aircraft, with no injuries; Kuwait and Bahrain sounded alerts and activated air defenses against incoming targets.", "lat": 28.8, "lng": 48.9, "tid": "iran-targets-us-bases-bahrain-kuwait-jordan-jun10", "tn": "Iran attacks regional U.S. bases", "dmg": 65, "cas": 0, "dl": "IRAN RETALIATES — Drones target Bahrain and Kuwait; Jordan shoots down five missiles near U.S.-hosted airbase", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News live, June 10 — Jordan shot down five Iranian missiles; Iran launched drones at Bahrain and Kuwait", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-trump-peace-deal-israel/" }, { "name": "The Guardian live, June 10 — Iran launches broad retaliatory attacks after U.S. strikes", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/jun/10/iran-war-updates-missile-strikes-trump-us-retaliation-middle-east-crisis-war-live" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-10", "time": "morning", "side": "israel", "title": "Israel expands south Lebanon strikes after Tyre toll rises to 11", "detail": "Lebanon’s Health Ministry said 11 people were killed in Israeli airstrikes on Tyre on Tuesday, after Israel issued a citywide evacuation warning and struck Hezbollah-linked targets. On Wednesday the IDF issued fresh evacuation warnings for Ghassaniyeh, Houmine al-Faouqa and Ansariyeh, saying Hezbollah had violated the ceasefire and that Israeli forces would strike with force. The continued Lebanon campaign kept Iran’s ally Hezbollah under pressure despite the fragile pause in direct Israel-Iran fire.", "lat": 33.2705, "lng": 35.2033, "tid": "israel-expands-south-lebanon-strikes-tyre-toll-jun10", "tn": "Tyre toll and new Lebanon warnings", "dmg": 70, "cas": 11, "dl": "LEBANON FRONT — Tyre strike toll reaches 11 as Israel warns three more villages before Hezbollah strikes", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "The Guardian live, June 10 — Lebanon says 11 killed in Israeli airstrikes on Tyre", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/jun/10/iran-war-updates-missile-strikes-trump-us-retaliation-middle-east-crisis-war-live" }, { "name": "Times of Israel live, June 10 — IDF warns Ghassaniyeh, Houmine al-Faouqa and Ansariyeh to evacuate", "url": "https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog-june-10-2026/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-10", "time": "morning", "side": "iran-allies", "title": "Cargo ship security team exchanges fire with armed craft off Yemen", "detail": "The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations agency said a cargo vessel was approached by a small craft carrying six armed people about 88 nautical miles southwest of Balhaf, Yemen. The ship’s armed security team exchanged fire with the craft, which turned away, and authorities opened an investigation. No group immediately claimed the incident, but it came as the Houthis threatened to resume attacks on Israeli-linked shipping in the Red Sea and Bab el-Mandeb corridor.", "lat": 12.8, "lng": 46.8, "tid": "cargo-ship-exchanges-fire-armed-craft-yemen-jun10", "tn": "Armed approach off Yemen", "dmg": 35, "cas": 0, "dl": "RED SEA RISK — Cargo ship guards trade fire with armed craft southwest of Balhaf, Yemen", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "The Guardian live, June 10 — cargo ship exchanges fire with gunmen off Yemen, UKMTO says", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/jun/10/iran-war-updates-missile-strikes-trump-us-retaliation-middle-east-crisis-war-live" }, { "name": "Times of Israel live, June 10 — cargo vessel guards exchange fire with armed craft off Yemen coast", "url": "https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog-june-10-2026/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-10", "time": "night", "side": "us", "title": "U.S. launches second consecutive night of strikes across Iran", "detail": "U.S. Central Command said American Marine Corps, Air Force and Navy assets completed additional self-defense strikes against multiple Iranian targets overnight, hitting military surveillance capabilities, communications systems and air-defense sites that Washington said threatened U.S. forces and commercial shipping. Iranian media reported explosions in several cities, including Sirik, Minab, Karaj and Qazvin province, and Iran’s Foreign Ministry said the attacks made the April 8 ceasefire “practically meaningless.”", "lat": 26.96, "lng": 56.27, "tid": "us-second-night-strikes-iran-surveillance-air-defense-jun10", "tn": "Second U.S. strike wave", "dmg": 80, "cas": 0, "dl": "U.S. STRIKE WAVE — CENTCOM says Marines, Air Force and Navy hit Iranian surveillance, communications and air-defense targets", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "ABC News live, June 11 — Latest round of U.S. strikes completed, CENTCOM says", "url": "https://abcnews.com/International/live-updates/iran-live-updates-israel-iran-trade-strikes-trump/?id=133674243" }, { "name": "The Guardian live, June 11 — U.S. and Iran trade strikes again after Trump warning", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/jun/11/iran-war-news-us-strikes-donald-trump-stalled-peace-talks-middle-east-crisis" }, { "name": "Times Now live, June 11 — CENTCOM releases video of additional self-defense strikes across Iran", "url": "https://www.timesnownews.com/world/middle-east/iran-us-israel-war-live-updates-us-iran-news-trump-netanyahu-lebanon-irgc-attack-middle-east-latest-news-liveblog-154527693" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://understandingwar.org/research/middle-east/iran-update-special-report-june-11-2026/", "source": "Commercial satellite imagery via ISW/CTP", "captureDate": "2026-06-10", "description": "ISW/CTP reported satellite imagery confirming U.S. strike damage at Bandar Abbas International Airport during the June 10 strike wave against Iranian surveillance, radar and air-defense targets near Hormuz." } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-11", "time": "early morning", "side": "iran", "title": "Iranian retaliatory barrage triggers air defenses in Kuwait, Bahrain and Jordan", "detail": "After the second U.S. strike wave, Iran announced renewed attacks on U.S.-linked targets in the Gulf and Jordan. Kuwait closed its airspace while its air defenses fired at incoming aerial targets before later reopening flights; Bahrain sounded air-raid sirens and said an 11-year-old girl was lightly injured by falling drone debris after an interception, with vehicles and homes damaged in Hamad Town and Manama; and the U.S. embassy in Jordan warned that missiles, drones or rockets were in Jordanian airspace. A U.S. official told ABC that U.S. forces intercepted Iranian missiles and that no major damage to U.S. facilities was immediately reported.", "lat": 26.2235, "lng": 50.5876, "tid": "iran-retaliatory-barrage-kuwait-bahrain-jordan-jun11", "tn": "Iran regional barrage", "dmg": 60, "cas": 1, "dl": "REGIONAL BARRAGE — Kuwait shuts airspace, Bahrain reports drone-debris injury, Jordan warns of missiles overhead", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "ABC News live, June 11 — U.S. intercepts Iranian missiles; Bahrain reports drone-debris injury", "url": "https://abcnews.com/International/live-updates/iran-live-updates-israel-iran-trade-strikes-trump/?id=133674243" }, { "name": "The Guardian live, June 11 — Kuwait airspace closed amid Iranian attacks; Bahrain sirens; Jordan alert", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/jun/11/iran-war-news-us-strikes-donald-trump-stalled-peace-talks-middle-east-crisis" }, { "name": "Times Now live, June 11 — Kuwaiti air defenses fire at incoming missiles; Bahrain sounds alerts", "url": "https://www.timesnownews.com/world/middle-east/iran-us-israel-war-live-updates-us-iran-news-trump-netanyahu-lebanon-irgc-attack-middle-east-latest-news-liveblog-154527693" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://en.isna.ir/news/1405032213067/Satellite-images-reveal-damage-to-US-radar-site-airbase-in-Bahrain", "source": "Commercial satellite imagery via ISNA", "captureDate": "2026-06-12", "description": "ISNA-reported satellite imagery shows damage at Bahrain’s Jabal ad-Dukhan radar site and Shaikh Isa Air Base after Iranian missile and drone attacks." }, { "url": "https://defencesecurityasia.com/en/iran-ballistic-missile-strike-us-radar-bahrain-jabal-ad-dukhan-gulf-crisis/", "source": "OSINT imagery via Defence Security Asia", "captureDate": "2026-06-11", "description": "OSINT imagery reportedly geolocated smoke rising from the Jabal ad-Dukhan radar installation during Iran’s June 11 retaliatory barrage against Bahrain." }, { "url": "https://defencesecurityasia.com/en/iran-ballistic-missile-strike-jordan-air-base-f16-f35-muwaffaq-al-salti-satellite-images/", "source": "Sentinel-2 / commercial satellite imagery via Defence Security Asia", "captureDate": "2026-06-11", "description": "Low-resolution Sentinel-2 and commercial imagery reportedly showed scorch patterns, structural anomalies and possible blast signatures around aircraft shelters and flight-line infrastructure at Jordan’s Muwaffaq al-Salti Air Base after Iran’s June 10-11 barrage." }, { "url": "https://rusvesna.su/sites/default/files/styles/orign_wm/public/1_skrin_89.jpg", "source": "Satellite imagery published by Iran via EADaily/RusVesna", "captureDate": "2026-06-13", "description": "Direct image panel published after the June 11 barrage reportedly shows destruction of a U.S. TPS-59/AR-327 radar site in Bahrain." }, { "url": "https://rusvesna.su/sites/default/files/styles/orign_wm/public/1_skrin2_39.jpg", "source": "Satellite imagery published by Iran via EADaily/RusVesna", "captureDate": "2026-06-13", "description": "Direct image panel reportedly shows damage to fuel tanks at Bahrain’s Shaikh Isa Air Base after Iranian strikes on U.S.-linked targets." }, { "url": "https://rusvesna.su/sites/default/files/styles/orign_wm/public/1_skrin3_41.jpg", "source": "Satellite imagery published by Iran via EADaily/RusVesna", "captureDate": "2026-06-13", "description": "Direct image panel reportedly shows damage to a radar station at Ali Al Salem Air Base in Kuwait after the June 11 Iranian attack wave." } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-11", "time": "early morning", "side": "iran", "title": "IRGC declares Strait of Hormuz closed until further notice", "detail": "Iran’s IRGC Navy issued directives saying the Strait of Hormuz was completely closed after renewed U.S. strikes and warning commercial and oil tankers in the Persian Gulf and Gulf of Oman to remain at anchor. The statement said any vessel approaching or attempting to transit the strait would be treated as cooperating with the enemy and decisively countered. The United States disputed Iranian claims of complete control, saying commercial traffic continued and denying Iranian reports of attacks on U.S. warships.", "lat": 26.5667, "lng": 56.25, "tid": "irgc-declares-strait-hormuz-closed-jun11", "tn": "Hormuz closure declared", "dmg": 85, "cas": 0, "dl": "HORMUZ CLOSED — IRGC orders ships to stay anchored and warns any transit will be countered", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "WANA, June 11 — IRGC Navy says approaching Strait of Hormuz will be treated as cooperation with the enemy", "url": "https://wanaen.com/irgc-navy-approaching-strait-of-hormuz-to-be-treated-as-cooperation-with-the-enemy/" }, { "name": "Times Now live, June 11 — IRGC announces complete closure of Strait of Hormuz", "url": "https://www.timesnownews.com/world/middle-east/iran-us-israel-war-live-updates-us-iran-news-trump-netanyahu-lebanon-irgc-attack-middle-east-latest-news-liveblog-154527693" }, { "name": "Türkiye Today, June 11 — Iran closes Strait of Hormuz until further notice", "url": "https://www.turkiyetoday.com/region/fire-breaks-out-on-tanker-off-omani-coast-ukmto-says-3221718" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-11", "time": "morning", "side": "us", "title": "U.S. disables tanker MT Jalveer enforcing Iran blockade off Oman", "detail": "CENTCOM said U.S. forces disabled the Guinea-Bissau-flagged tanker M/T Jalveer in the Gulf of Oman at 11:20 p.m. ET on June 10 after the ship attempted to transport Iranian oil in violation of the U.S. blockade. A U.S. aircraft fired two Hellfire missiles into the engine room after the crew repeatedly failed to comply with directions, matching earlier maritime reports of an engine-room and funnel fire near Oman’s Shinas/Sohar coast. CENTCOM said Jalveer was the third tanker disabled that week and the ninth non-compliant vessel disabled since the April 13 blockade began; maritime authorities reported no environmental impact and monitored the Indian seafarers aboard.", "lat": 24.55, "lng": 56.95, "tid": "mt-jalveer-fire-off-shinas-sohar-oman-jun11", "tn": "U.S. disables MT Jalveer", "dmg": 65, "cas": 0, "dl": "BLOCKADE STRIKE — CENTCOM says U.S. aircraft disabled MT Jalveer with Hellfires after Iran-oil blockade violation", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "Muscat Daily, June 11 — Fire reported on board vessel near Shinas port", "url": "https://www.muscatdaily.com/2026/06/11/fire-reported-on-board-vessel-near-shinas-port/" }, { "name": "Türkiye Today, June 11 — Fire breaks out on tanker off Omani coast, UKMTO says", "url": "https://www.turkiyetoday.com/region/fire-breaks-out-on-tanker-off-omani-coast-ukmto-says-3221718" }, { "name": "Times Now live, June 11 — Vessel MT Jalveer with Indian sailors on board comes under attack off Oman coast", "url": "https://www.timesnownews.com/world/middle-east/iran-us-israel-war-live-updates-us-iran-news-trump-netanyahu-lebanon-irgc-attack-middle-east-latest-news-liveblog-154527693" }, { "name": "CENTCOM, June 11 — U.S. forces disable third oil tanker violating blockade in Gulf of Oman", "url": "https://www.centcom.mil/MEDIA/PUBLIC-RELEASES/Article/4514268/us-forces-disable-3rd-oil-tanker-violating-blockade-in-gulf-of-oman/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-11", "time": "afternoon", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "Trump calls off planned Iran strikes and claims peace framework is close", "detail": "President Trump abruptly canceled a new round of U.S. strikes that officials told NBC News were roughly three hours from launch, saying discussions with Iran had reached the highest level and that a settlement could be signed within days. CBS and NBC reported that Iran’s Foreign Ministry publicly pushed back, saying no final decision had been reached and that U.S. positions kept changing. CBS, citing Axios, said the reported memorandum would extend the ceasefire for 60 days, reopen the Strait of Hormuz and return shipping volumes toward prewar levels while talks continue on Iran’s nuclear program and sanctions relief.", "lat": 38.8977, "lng": -77.0365, "tid": "trump-calls-off-iran-strikes-peace-framework-jun11", "tn": "Strikes canceled; deal claimed", "dmg": 50, "cas": 0, "dl": "DIPLOMATIC BREAKTHROUGH CLAIM — Trump cancels imminent strikes and says Iran deal is near; Tehran says no final decision", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "NBC News live, June 11 — U.S. military was about three hours from strikes when Trump canceled them", "url": "https://www.nbcnews.com/world/iran/live-blog/live-updates-us-strikes-iran-trump-hormuz-closed-rcna349554" }, { "name": "CBS News live, June 12 — Iran says agreement text largely finalized but no final conclusion yet", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-us-trump-peace-deal-agreement/" }, { "name": "The Hindu live, June 12 — Trump calls off latest threats to strike Iran, cites breakthrough in talks", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/us-israel-iran-war-live-updates-bandar-abbas-strikes-strait-of-hormuz-mojtaba-khamenei-donald-trump-tehran-deal-june-12-2026/article71092034.ece" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-12", "time": "early morning", "side": "iran", "title": "Iran stops tanker in Hormuz as U.S. downs two Iranian drones targeting ships", "detail": "Iranian state media said IRGC naval forces fired toward or confronted an oil tanker that attempted to transit the Strait of Hormuz without permission, forcing it to comply with Iran’s closure order. A senior U.S. official told NBC, CBS and RFE/RL that Iran also appeared to attempt strikes on commercial ships in the strait and that U.S. forces shot down two Iranian one-way attack drones. U.S. officials said some traffic through the strait continued despite Iran’s declared closure and the new maritime clash.", "lat": 26.5667, "lng": 56.25, "tid": "iran-stops-tanker-us-downs-drones-hormuz-jun12", "tn": "Hormuz tanker clash", "dmg": 70, "cas": 0, "dl": "HORMUZ CLASH — Iran stops a tanker; U.S. shoots down two Iranian drones aimed at commercial shipping", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "NBC News live, June 11-12 — U.S. military shot down two Iranian drones targeting commercial ships", "url": "https://www.nbcnews.com/world/iran/live-blog/live-updates-us-strikes-iran-trump-hormuz-closed-rcna349554" }, { "name": "RFE/RL, June 12 — U.S. shoots down two Iranian drones near Hormuz as Trump hails impending peace deal", "url": "https://www.rferl.org/a/iran-war-us-hormuz-oil-blockade-gulf-israel/33640284.html" }, { "name": "CBS News live, June 12 — Iran attempts to strike commercial ships transiting Strait of Hormuz, U.S. official says", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-us-trump-peace-deal-agreement/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-12", "time": "morning", "side": "israel", "title": "IDF says weeklong Lebanon operation killed 80 Hezbollah fighters and hit 310 targets", "detail": "The Israeli military said it had killed 80 Hezbollah fighters and attacked roughly 310 targets tied to the Iran-backed group in southern Lebanon over the previous week. The IDF said the strikes were conducted alongside ground troops on the forward defense line to dismantle Hezbollah infrastructure and remove threats to Israeli civilians and troops. The update underscored that the Lebanon front remained active even as Washington and Tehran discussed a framework that Iran has said must include Lebanon de-escalation.", "lat": 33.2705, "lng": 35.2033, "tid": "idf-weeklong-lebanon-operation-80-hezbollah-310-targets-jun12", "tn": "IDF Lebanon weekly toll", "dmg": 75, "cas": 80, "dl": "LEBANON FRONT — IDF says 80 Hezbollah fighters killed and 310 targets hit in one week", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News live, June 12 — IDF says 80 Hezbollah fighters killed and approximately 310 targets attacked", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-us-trump-peace-deal-agreement/" }, { "name": "Times of India live, June 12 — IDF operational update says 80 Hezbollah militants killed, 310 targets hit", "url": "https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/middle-east/us-israel-iran-war-news-live-updates-benjamin-netanyahu-donald-trump-mojtaba-khamenei-ceasefire-strait-of-hormuz-middle-east-strait-of-hormuz-war-news/liveblog/131646676.cms" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-12", "time": "afternoon", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "Pakistan says final U.S.-Iran deal text reached as Washington details performance terms", "detail": "Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said U.S. and Iranian negotiators had reached a “final, agreed upon text” for a peace deal and that Islamabad was working with both sides on next steps. U.S. officials described the draft as performance-based, saying sanctions relief or money releases would depend on Iran reopening the Strait of Hormuz, dismantling nuclear capabilities and allowing enriched material to be destroyed or removed, while Iranian officials said nuclear details would be negotiated over a 60-day follow-on period and that a digital signing could happen within days.", "lat": 33.6844, "lng": 73.0479, "tid": "pakistan-final-us-iran-deal-text-performance-terms-jun12", "tn": "Deal text announced", "dmg": 55, "cas": 0, "dl": "DEAL TEXT CLAIM — Pakistan says final U.S.-Iran wording reached; U.S. and Iran outline sharply different implementation terms", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News live, June 12 — Pakistan PM says final agreed text reached; U.S. official details tentative deal terms", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-us-trump-peace-deal-agreement/" }, { "name": "NBC News live, June 12 — U.S.-Iran deal awaiting Iran supreme leader sign-off; Islamabad agreement details", "url": "https://www.nbcnews.com/world/iran/live-blog/live-updates-us-iran-drones-trump-deal-war-hormuz-tehran-rcna349750" }, { "name": "The Hindu live, June 13 — Pakistan says U.S. and Iran agreed to wording of deal", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-war-donald-trump-usa-iran-ceasefire-israel-lebanon-attacks-strait-of-hormuz-june-13-2026/article71096410.ece" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-12", "time": "night", "side": "iran", "title": "CENTCOM says U.S. downed multiple Iranian drones aimed at Hormuz shipping", "detail": "U.S. Central Command said Iran launched multiple one-way attack drones in an attempt to strike commercial ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz and that U.S. forces downed all of them while traffic through the corridor continued. Trump said the drones targeted Indian ships leaving the strait and called the attack “totally unacceptable”; Iran’s embassy in India rejected the accusation as baseless and accused Washington of trying to deflect anger over U.S. Navy attacks on merchant vessels near Oman.", "lat": 26.5667, "lng": 56.25, "tid": "centcom-downs-multiple-iranian-drones-hormuz-shipping-jun12", "tn": "Hormuz drones downed", "dmg": 65, "cas": 0, "dl": "HORMUZ DRONES — CENTCOM says U.S. forces downed multiple Iranian attack drones targeting commercial ships", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "NBC News live, June 12 — Iran launched multiple drones at commercial ships in Strait of Hormuz, CENTCOM says", "url": "https://www.nbcnews.com/world/iran/live-blog/live-updates-us-iran-drones-trump-deal-war-hormuz-tehran-rcna349750" }, { "name": "CBS News live, June 12 — U.S. shoots down multiple Iranian attack drones targeting ships in Strait of Hormuz", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-us-trump-peace-deal-agreement/" }, { "name": "The Hindu, June 13 — Trump accuses Iran of attacking Indian ships; Tehran rejects charge as baseless", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/donald-trump-accuses-iran-of-attacking-indian-ships-tehran-rejects-charge-as-baseless/article71096477.ece" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-13", "time": "early morning", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "India protests U.S. Navy attacks on merchant vessels after three Indian mariners killed", "detail": "Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar told U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio that India strongly protested U.S. Navy attacks on commercial vessels in the Gulf that killed three Indian mariners, saying such lethal actions against commercial shipping were not justified. India also summoned the U.S. Embassy’s chargé d’affaires in New Delhi. The protest followed three attacks on vessels with Indian crews off Oman during the blockade week; India later denied reports that a fourth vessel, MT Liaki Freedom, had been attacked.", "lat": 28.6139, "lng": 77.209, "tid": "india-protests-us-navy-merchant-vessel-attacks-indian-mariners-jun13", "tn": "India protests U.S. ship attacks", "dmg": 50, "cas": 3, "dl": "INDIA PROTEST — Jaishankar tells Rubio U.S. Navy attacks on merchant vessels killed three Indian mariners", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu, June 13 — Jaishankar speaks to Rubio, lodges strong protest over U.S. Navy attacks that killed three Indians", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/jaishankar-speaks-to-rubio-lodges-strong-protest-over-us-navy-attacks-that-killed-three-indians/article71095295.ece" }, { "name": "The Hindu, June 13 — Centre denies reports of fourth vessel attacked near Oman; says all crew members safe", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/centre-denies-reports-of-fourth-vessel-attacked-near-oman-says-all-crew-members-safe/article71096546.ece" }, { "name": "The Hindu live, June 13 — Jaishankar lodges strong protest; U.S. says downed Iranian drones", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-war-donald-trump-usa-iran-ceasefire-israel-lebanon-attacks-strait-of-hormuz-june-13-2026/article71096410.ece" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-13", "time": "morning", "side": "israel", "title": "Israel orders evacuations in 20 south Lebanon locations and strikes near Nabatieh", "detail": "The IDF issued evacuation orders for 20 towns and villages in southern Lebanon, including areas near Nabatieh, warning residents to move north of the Zahrani River ahead of strikes on alleged Hezbollah sites. Lebanese state media reported Israeli airstrikes in several areas covered by the warning, including Rihan and Sujud, after Hezbollah said its fighters had confronted Israeli troops advancing toward Majdal Zoun with rockets, light and medium weapons. The escalation threatened the Lebanon front just as U.S.-Iran mediators were trying to close a ceasefire framework that Iran says must include all fronts.", "lat": 33.3772, "lng": 35.4838, "tid": "israel-evacuation-orders-strikes-nabatieh-south-lebanon-jun13", "tn": "Nabatieh-area strikes", "dmg": 70, "cas": 0, "dl": "LEBANON ESCALATION — IDF orders 20 locations evacuated, then strikes areas near Nabatieh after Hezbollah clashes", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "Times of Israel live, June 13 — Lebanon reports IDF strikes in south after Israeli warning", "url": "https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog-june-13-2026/" }, { "name": "Arab News/AFP, June 13 — Lebanon reports Israeli strikes in south after Israeli warning", "url": "https://www.arabnews.com/node/2647007/middle-east" }, { "name": "The Hindu live, June 13 — Hezbollah says it confronted Israeli troops; Israeli military warns of imminent south Lebanon strikes", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-war-donald-trump-usa-iran-ceasefire-israel-lebanon-attacks-strait-of-hormuz-june-13-2026/article71096410.ece" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-13", "time": "afternoon", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "Trump says U.S.-Iran deal will be signed Sunday as Tehran disputes timing", "detail": "President Trump said the U.S.-Iran memorandum would be signed on Sunday and that the Strait of Hormuz would reopen immediately afterward, while Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said finalisation was expected within 24 hours with an electronic signing to follow. Iran’s Foreign Ministry publicly disputed the timeline, saying the signing would not happen Sunday and that Tehran was still reviewing the framework. The prospective deal also drew a hardline backlash inside Iran, with protesters outside a Foreign Ministry office in Mashhad denouncing Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi over the concessions being discussed.", "lat": 35.6892, "lng": 51.389, "tid": "trump-sunday-signing-iran-disputes-timing-mashhad-protests-jun13", "tn": "Deal timing disputed", "dmg": 55, "cas": 0, "dl": "DEAL TIMING DISPUTE — Trump and Pakistan say Sunday signing is near; Iran says not yet as hardliners protest", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News live, June 13 — Trump says peace deal to be signed Sunday and Hormuz reopened; Iran says not Sunday", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-us-trump-peace-deal-agreement/" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera, June 14 — Washington and Tehran close to signing first stage but give different timelines", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/6/14/iran-war-day-107-washington-tehran-close-to-signing-first-stage-of-deal" }, { "name": "The National, June 14 — U.S. and Iran poised to sign framework while timing remains disputed", "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/news/mena/2026/06/14/us-and-iran-poised-to-sign-landmark-deal-trump-says-will-reopen-hormuz/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-14", "time": "morning", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "Qatari negotiators fly to Tehran to push U.S.-Iran framework over the line", "detail": "A Qatari delegation arrived in Tehran as mediators tried to finalize the first-stage U.S.-Iran framework. Reuters, cited by The Hindu, said Qatari negotiators flew in Sunday morning as Washington and Islamabad forecast a Sunday signing while Tehran cast doubt on the timing. Iranian media said the delegation would review the latest diplomatic developments with senior Iranian officials, adding another mediation track alongside Pakistan’s electronic-signing plan.", "lat": 35.6892, "lng": 51.389, "tid": "qatari-negotiators-tehran-finalize-us-iran-framework-jun14", "tn": "Qatar in Tehran talks", "dmg": 45, "cas": 0, "dl": "TEHRAN MEDIATION — Qatari negotiators arrive as U.S.-Iran framework enters final disputed stage", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu live/Reuters, June 14 — Qatari negotiators flew to Tehran to finalise deal to end U.S.-Iran war", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/us-israel-iran-war-live-updates-ceasefire-peace-deal-donald-trump-mojtaba-khamenei-benjamin-netanyahu-june-14-2026/article71100124.ece" }, { "name": "The National, June 14 — Qatari delegation travels to Tehran to discuss diplomatic process", "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/news/mena/2026/06/14/us-and-iran-poised-to-sign-landmark-deal-trump-says-will-reopen-hormuz/" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera, June 14 — First-stage deal close, but Iran has not announced final decision", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/6/14/iran-war-day-107-washington-tehran-close-to-signing-first-stage-of-deal" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-14", "time": "morning", "side": "iran", "title": "Cyberattack disrupts services at four major Iranian banks", "detail": "Iran’s banking coordination council said a cyberattack disrupted services at Bank Melli, Bank Tejarat, Bank Saderat and the Export Development Bank of Iran. State media said the attack targeted shared communications infrastructure, prompting protective technical measures and temporary service disruptions, but reported that no customer data was compromised. The incident hit Iran’s financial system as sanctions pressure and war-end negotiations intensified.", "lat": 35.6892, "lng": 51.389, "tid": "cyberattack-disrupts-four-major-iranian-banks-jun14", "tn": "Iran bank cyberattack", "dmg": 50, "cas": 0, "dl": "CYBERATTACK — Four major Iranian banks report service disruptions from attack on shared infrastructure", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu live/Reuters, June 14 — Cyberattack disrupts services at four major Iranian banks", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/us-israel-iran-war-live-updates-ceasefire-peace-deal-donald-trump-mojtaba-khamenei-benjamin-netanyahu-june-14-2026/article71100124.ece" }, { "name": "Türkiye Today, June 14 — Cyberattack hits four major Iranian banks; officials say no customer data accessed", "url": "https://www.turkiyetoday.com/region/cyberattack-hits-4-major-iranian-banks-officials-say-3221901" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-14", "time": "morning", "side": "israel", "title": "Israel orders 29 south Lebanon villages evacuated after suspected Hezbollah drones hit north", "detail": "The Israeli military issued evacuation warnings for residents of 29 villages in southern Lebanon, including communities north of the Zahrani River, ahead of planned strikes. The warnings followed two suspected Hezbollah drones that struck northern Israel near the border without causing casualties, prompting far-right Israeli ministers to call for retaliation against Beirut’s Dahiyeh district. Al Jazeera also reported continued Israeli attacks in southern Lebanon, including dawn strikes in the Nabatieh district and casualties around Rihan and Tyre, showing the Lebanon front remained volatile as the U.S.-Iran framework was being negotiated.", "lat": 33.2705, "lng": 35.2033, "tid": "israel-29-lebanon-evacuations-hezbollah-drones-jun14", "tn": "Lebanon evacuations expand", "dmg": 75, "cas": 4, "dl": "LEBANON FRONT — IDF orders 29 villages evacuated after suspected Hezbollah drones strike northern Israel", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "Arab News/AFP, June 14 — Israel army issues evacuation order for 29 south Lebanon villages; two drones hit north", "url": "https://www.arabnews.com/node/2647106/middle-east" }, { "name": "The Hindu live/AFP, June 14 — Two drones from Lebanon strike northern Israel; evacuation warnings for 29 villages", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/us-israel-iran-war-live-updates-ceasefire-peace-deal-donald-trump-mojtaba-khamenei-benjamin-netanyahu-june-14-2026/article71100124.ece" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera, June 14 — Israeli attacks continue in Lebanon; casualties reported near Nabatieh, Rihan and Tyre", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/6/14/iran-war-day-107-washington-tehran-close-to-signing-first-stage-of-deal" }, { "name": "The National, June 14 — Lebanon border drone impacts raise fears hardliners may derail talks", "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/news/mena/2026/06/14/us-and-iran-poised-to-sign-landmark-deal-trump-says-will-reopen-hormuz/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-14", "time": "late evening", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "U.S. and Iran announce interim peace framework with Friday signing planned", "detail": "The United States and Iran announced that they had finalized an interim framework intended to end the war, extend the ceasefire and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said the agreement called for the immediate and permanent termination of military operations on all fronts, including Lebanon, and that a formal signing would take place in Switzerland on June 19. Trump said the deal was “complete” and authorized removal of the U.S. naval blockade, while Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi said the memorandum text was finalized but that sanctions relief and nuclear-program terms would be worked through a 60-day follow-on process.", "lat": 46.2044, "lng": 6.1432, "tid": "us-iran-interim-peace-framework-switzerland-signing-jun14", "tn": "Peace framework announced", "dmg": 90, "cas": 0, "dl": "PEACE FRAMEWORK — U.S. and Iran say interim war-ending deal is complete, with Swiss signing planned for June 19", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "AP, June 15 — U.S. and Iran reach interim deal aimed at ending war and reopening Strait of Hormuz", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/iran-war-us-pakistan-ceasefire-what-to-know-949710df39e3f1033cbb6beda3955814" }, { "name": "CBS News live, June 14-15 — Deal reached; signing ceremony planned Friday in Switzerland", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-us-trump-peace-deal-agreement/" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera, June 15 — World reacts as Iran and U.S. reach deal to end war", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/6/15/global-relief-as-iran-us-sign-deal-to-end-war" }, { "name": "Times of Israel, June 15 — U.S. and Iran reach framework including Lebanon ceasefire claims and Hormuz reopening", "url": "https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-iran-reach-deal-to-end-war-reportedly-including-lebanon-conflict-trump-hormuz-to-open/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-15", "time": "morning", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "Doha preparatory talks set as world leaders welcome U.S.-Iran deal", "detail": "Qatari mediators departed Tehran after 17 hours of negotiations and diplomats said separate indirect preparatory meetings with U.S. and Iranian delegations would take place in Doha before the planned Switzerland signing. Pakistan, Qatar, the UN, EU, China, Egypt, India, Türkiye, Britain, France and Germany welcomed the framework, while Germany and other governments stressed that Hormuz must reopen without tolls or restrictions. Oil prices and Asian markets reacted quickly to the prospect of renewed Gulf shipping and lower escalation risk.", "lat": 25.2854, "lng": 51.531, "tid": "doha-preparatory-talks-world-reaction-us-iran-deal-jun15", "tn": "Doha talks set", "dmg": 55, "cas": 0, "dl": "DOHA TALKS — Qatar-mediated preparatory meetings set before Swiss signing as governments welcome deal", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu live/AFP/Reuters, June 15 — U.S. and Iran to hold preparatory talks in Doha; world leaders welcome deal", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/us-israel-iran-war-live-updates-peace-ceasefire-deal-oil-price-hike-donald-trump-mojtaba-khamenei-netanyahu-june-15-2026/article71103253.ece" }, { "name": "CBS News live, June 14 — Qatari mediators depart Tehran after 17 hours of talks; Doha meetings planned", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-us-trump-peace-deal-agreement/" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera, June 15 — Qatar, Pakistan, UN, EU and others react to U.S.-Iran deal", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/6/15/global-relief-as-iran-us-sign-deal-to-end-war" }, { "name": "The Guardian live, June 15 — Markets and governments respond to U.S.-Iran peace framework", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/jun/15/iran-us-peace-deal-live-updates-trump-israel-lebanon-hormuz-nuclear-program-europe-response" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-15", "time": "morning", "side": "israel", "title": "Israel says it will keep seized zones in Lebanon, Syria and Gaza despite Iran framework", "detail": "Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz said Israel would remain indefinitely in security zones it holds in Lebanon, Syria and Gaza, refusing withdrawal even as the U.S.-Iran interim framework was presented as covering Lebanon. Katz threatened that Israel would strike Iran with “great force” if Tehran attacked Israel over Lebanon operations. Far-right ministers Itamar Ben Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich said Israel was not bound by the agreement and urged continued or stronger action against Hezbollah, exposing a major obstacle to implementation of the all-fronts ceasefire language.", "lat": 33.2705, "lng": 35.2033, "tid": "israel-refuses-withdrawal-lebanon-syria-gaza-iran-framework-jun15", "tn": "Israel rejects withdrawal", "dmg": 80, "cas": 0, "dl": "ISRAEL OBJECTION — Katz says IDF will remain indefinitely in seized zones despite Iran deal language on Lebanon", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "AP, June 15 — Defense minister says Israel won’t withdraw from land seized in Lebanon, Syria and Gaza", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/iran-us-war-oil-june-15-2026-77406473da38c6c126818610a219dc20" }, { "name": "The Guardian live, June 15 — Israel rules out withdrawing from Lebanon; Katz says IDF will stay indefinitely", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/jun/15/iran-us-peace-deal-live-updates-trump-israel-lebanon-hormuz-nuclear-program-europe-response" }, { "name": "The Hindu live/AP/AFP, June 15 — Katz, Ben Gvir and Smotrich reject binding effect of U.S.-Iran deal on Israel", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/us-israel-iran-war-live-updates-peace-ceasefire-deal-oil-price-hike-donald-trump-mojtaba-khamenei-netanyahu-june-15-2026/article71103253.ece" }, { "name": "CBS News live/Ynet, June 15 — Netanyahu reportedly tells Trump Israel will not withdraw from Lebanon", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-us-trump-peace-deal-agreement/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-15", "time": "morning", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "Oil falls and first LNG movement signals cautious Hormuz reopening hopes", "detail": "Energy and shipping markets reacted to the U.S.-Iran framework with Brent crude dropping about 4–5% and Asian equities rallying, while ship-tracking data showed the Petronet-chartered LNG tanker Disha crossing the Strait of Hormuz after having waited west of the strait since loading at Qatar’s Ras Laffan in early March. Analysts warned that normal traffic could still take months because of vessel backlogs, insurance concerns, port damage and possible mine-clearance requirements, but the movement was an early sign that Gulf shipping could begin to resume if the deal holds.", "lat": 26.5667, "lng": 56.25, "tid": "oil-falls-lng-disha-crosses-hormuz-after-us-iran-framework-jun15", "tn": "Hormuz reopening hopes", "dmg": 60, "cas": 0, "dl": "HORMUZ SHIPPING — Oil drops and LNG tanker Disha crosses strait after U.S.-Iran framework announcement", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Al Jazeera, June 15 — Stock markets soar, oil falls as U.S. and Iran announce framework to end war", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2026/6/15/stock-markets-soar-oil-falls-as-us-iran-confirm-deal-to-end-war" }, { "name": "The Hindu live/Reuters, June 15 — Petronet-chartered LNG tanker crosses Hormuz after deal announcement", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/us-israel-iran-war-live-updates-peace-ceasefire-deal-oil-price-hike-donald-trump-mojtaba-khamenei-netanyahu-june-15-2026/article71103253.ece" }, { "name": "Arab News/Reuters, June 15 — LNG tanker Disha crosses Hormuz after U.S.-Iran deal; shippers stay cautious", "url": "https://www.arabnews.com/node/2647219/middle-east" }, { "name": "AP, June 15 — Initial deal would lead to reopening of Strait of Hormuz but hurdles remain", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/iran-us-war-oil-june-15-2026-77406473da38c6c126818610a219dc20" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-16", "time": "early morning", "side": "economic", "title": "Hormuz traffic starts moving but major shippers warn full restart may take weeks", "detail": "Trump said ships were moving again through the Strait of Hormuz and that the route would be completely open by June 19, while Iranian media reported that three oil tankers and two laden cargo ships had transited the area after the U.S.-Iran memorandum. Washington said traffic would be toll-free under the deal. Shipping executives remained cautious: Mitsui O.S.K. Lines’ chief executive told the Financial Times that shipowners could wait weeks for evidence the agreement had become material on the water before fully resuming Hormuz transits.", "lat": 26.5667, "lng": 56.25, "tid": "hormuz-traffic-resumes-toll-free-shippers-cautious-jun16", "tn": "Hormuz traffic resumes cautiously", "dmg": 70, "cas": 0, "dl": "HORMUZ REOPENING — Tankers and cargo ships begin moving, but shippers warn full restart may take weeks", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News live/AFP, June 16 — Ship traffic apparently starting to resume through Strait of Hormuz", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-us-trump-peace-deal-agreed-israel/" }, { "name": "The Hindu live/AFP/Reuters, June 16 — Hormuz to be toll-free; tanker operators warn transit may take weeks to normalize", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-war-iran-usa-israel-conflict-tehran-washington-peace-deal-strait-of-hormuz-live-updates-june-16-2026/article71107509.ece" }, { "name": "The Guardian live, June 16 — Vance says deal details remain to be negotiated while Hormuz reopening proceeds", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/jun/16/iran-us-deal-trump-vance-strait-hormuz-israel-lebanon-middle-east-latest-news-updates" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-16", "time": "morning", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "Iran says Lebanon withdrawal is inseparable from U.S.-Iran war-ending memorandum", "detail": "Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi told diplomats in Tehran that the U.S.-Iran memorandum must mean an immediate and permanent end to war on all fronts, including Lebanon, and that continued Israeli attacks or occupation in southern Lebanon would violate the agreement. His remarks sharpened a central ambiguity in the still-unpublished deal, because Israel is not a party to the memorandum and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel would keep a Lebanon buffer zone as long as necessary.", "lat": 35.6892, "lng": 51.389, "tid": "araghchi-lebanon-withdrawal-us-iran-memorandum-jun16", "tn": "Iran ties deal to Lebanon", "dmg": 75, "cas": 0, "dl": "LEBANON CONDITION — Araghchi says Israeli withdrawal from Lebanon is inseparable from ending the Iran war", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "AP, June 16 — Iranian official says end of war includes end of Israel’s occupation of Lebanon", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/iran-us-war-israel-lebanon-oil-june-16-2026-d79458506c46e3f4a78aef0f9d8b9250" }, { "name": "The Guardian live, June 16 — Araghchi says ending Israel’s war on Lebanon is ‘most important issue’ in U.S. deal", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/jun/16/iran-us-deal-trump-vance-strait-hormuz-israel-lebanon-middle-east-latest-news-updates" }, { "name": "The Hindu live, June 16 — Araghchi says end of war includes end of Israel’s occupation of Lebanon", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-war-iran-usa-israel-conflict-tehran-washington-peace-deal-strait-of-hormuz-live-updates-june-16-2026/article71107509.ece" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-16", "time": "morning", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "Technical talks on final U.S.-Iran nuclear agreement likely to begin June 19", "detail": "Araghchi said a new round of U.S.-Iran negotiations toward a final agreement on Tehran’s nuclear program would likely begin on June 19 at a location still to be determined, the same day the memorandum is expected to be formally signed. U.S. Vice President JD Vance described the memorandum as a very general document of about a page and a half, saying inspectors would return but that nuclear-program details, sanctions relief and other obligations must be worked out during a 60-day technical negotiation phase.", "lat": 46.2044, "lng": 6.1432, "tid": "us-iran-technical-nuclear-talks-likely-jun19-araghchi-vance-jun16", "tn": "Nuclear talks set", "dmg": 65, "cas": 0, "dl": "NUCLEAR TALKS — Iran says final-agreement negotiations likely start June 19 as Vance calls MoU very general", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu live/AFP, June 16 — Araghchi says final-agreement talks with U.S. likely start June 19", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-war-iran-usa-israel-conflict-tehran-washington-peace-deal-strait-of-hormuz-live-updates-june-16-2026/article71107509.ece" }, { "name": "CBS News live, June 15-16 — Vance says MoU is about 1.5 pages and leaves details for technical talks", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-us-trump-peace-deal-agreed-israel/" }, { "name": "The Guardian live, June 16 — Switzerland talks and memorandum entry into force expected Friday", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/jun/16/iran-us-deal-trump-vance-strait-hormuz-israel-lebanon-middle-east-latest-news-updates" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-17", "time": "early morning", "side": "iran", "title": "U.S. intercepts Iranian drones aimed at commercial ships in Hormuz after MoU", "detail": "A U.S. official told NBC News that the IRGC had launched multiple drones toward commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz after the U.S.-Iran memorandum was digitally signed, with Israeli media reporting attacks on multiple nights. The U.S. military said the drones were intercepted before threatening commercial vessels, U.S. ships or personnel, while Washington coordinated with shipping companies trying to resume transits under the planned toll-free reopening arrangement.", "lat": 26.5667, "lng": 56.25, "tid": "us-intercepts-iran-drones-commercial-ships-hormuz-jun17", "tn": "Hormuz drones intercepted", "dmg": 80, "cas": 0, "dl": "HORMUZ DRONES — U.S. intercepts IRGC drones aimed at commercial shipping after U.S.-Iran MoU", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu live/ANI/Jerusalem Post/NBC, June 17 — Iran fires drones at commercial ships in Strait of Hormuz; U.S. intercepts them", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-war-iran-usa-peace-deal-israel-lebanon-strait-of-hormuz-live-updates-june-17-2026/article71111807.ece" }, { "name": "Times of Israel live, June 17 — Report says Iran has fired drones at ships in Hormuz nightly since Sunday agreement", "url": "https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog_entry/iran-has-fired-drones-at-ships-in-strait-of-hormuz-every-night-since-agreement-signed-sunday-report/" }, { "name": "Iran International, June 17 — Iran fired drones at commercial ships after U.S. agreement, U.S. official says", "url": "https://www.iranintl.com/en/202606166202" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-17", "time": "morning", "side": "israel", "title": "Israeli strikes hit Nabatieh, Kfar Tebnit and Ansariyeh in south Lebanon despite MoU", "detail": "Lebanon’s National News Agency said Israeli warplanes struck the Nabatieh al-Fawqa area and the eastern outskirts of Kfar Tebnit, and that an Israeli drone strike hit Ansariyeh in the Zahrani area. The renewed strikes came as Iran insisted the U.S.-Iran memorandum covers Lebanon and after Israeli officials said they would keep forces in a southern Lebanon security zone; Xinhua reported at least five people had been killed by Israeli fire since the agreement was announced.", "lat": 33.3772, "lng": 35.4838, "tid": "israeli-strikes-nabatieh-kfar-tebnit-ansariyeh-lebanon-jun17", "tn": "South Lebanon hit again", "dmg": 70, "cas": 5, "dl": "LEBANON STRIKES — Israeli aircraft and drones hit Nabatieh, Kfar Tebnit and Ansariyeh despite MoU dispute", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News/AFP live, June 17 — Several Israeli strikes hit south Lebanon, Lebanon’s NNA says", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-us-deal-peace-israel-lebanon-hezbollah-strait-of-hormuz/" }, { "name": "The Hindu live/AFP, June 17 — Israeli strikes target Nabatieh al-Fawqa, Kfar Tebnit and Ansariyeh", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-war-iran-usa-peace-deal-israel-lebanon-strait-of-hormuz-live-updates-june-17-2026/article71111807.ece" }, { "name": "Xinhua, June 17 — Israeli strikes hit south Lebanon; at least five killed since deal announced", "url": "https://english.news.cn/20260617/6b2a7bfebbe142bfab2dced2490f7eeb/c.html" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-17", "time": "morning", "side": "economic", "title": "First Iranian oil tankers leave U.S. blockade zone with nearly 5 million barrels", "detail": "TankerTrackers said at least two National Iranian Tanker Company VLCCs, DIONA and HERO2, exited the U.S. Navy blockade perimeter with a combined 3.8 million barrels of Iranian crude, marking Iran’s first crude exports in two months. The tracker later added that a third NITC tanker crossed the blockade line with another 1 million barrels, a concrete step toward resumed Iranian oil flows before the planned June 19 Switzerland signing and sanctions-waiver talks.", "lat": 25.4, "lng": 58.0, "tid": "iranian-oil-tankers-exit-us-blockade-zone-first-exports-jun17", "tn": "Iran oil exports restart", "dmg": 75, "cas": 0, "dl": "OIL EXPORTS — DIONA, HERO2 and a third NITC tanker leave blockade zone with nearly 5M barrels", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News/AFP live, June 17 — Iranian tankers loaded with oil exit U.S. blockade zone ahead of peace talks", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-us-deal-peace-israel-lebanon-hezbollah-strait-of-hormuz/" }, { "name": "The Hindu live/AFP, June 17 — Iranian crude oil tankers exit U.S. blockade zone; first exports in two months", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-war-iran-usa-peace-deal-israel-lebanon-strait-of-hormuz-live-updates-june-17-2026/article71111807.ece" }, { "name": "Liveuamap/TankerTrackers, June 17 — DIONA and HERO2 exit blockade perimeter; STREAM approaches line", "url": "https://iran.liveuamap.com/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-17", "time": "morning", "side": "economic", "title": "IEA says oil stock buffers are eroding at record pace despite U.S.-Iran deal hopes", "detail": "The International Energy Agency’s June oil report said the U.S.-Iran interim agreement could reopen Hormuz and lift the U.S. blockade, but warned recovery would not be immediate because mines, logistics and supply chains still had to be cleared. The IEA estimated global observed oil stocks had fallen by an average 3.8 million barrels per day since the war began, including a 143-million-barrel draw in May, and cautioned that inventories could reach historic lows before market balances improve.", "lat": 48.8566, "lng": 2.3522, "tid": "iea-june-oil-report-record-stock-draws-hormuz-deal-jun17", "tn": "IEA warns on oil stocks", "dmg": 65, "cas": 0, "dl": "ENERGY IMPACT — IEA says record stock draws continue and Hormuz recovery will not be immediate", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "IEA Oil Market Report, June 2026 — Interim U.S.-Iran agreement could reopen Hormuz, but stocks erode at record pace", "url": "https://www.iea.org/reports/oil-market-report-june-2026" }, { "name": "The Hindu live/AFP, June 17 — OECD oil stocks fall to lowest level since 1990, IEA says", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-war-iran-usa-peace-deal-israel-lebanon-strait-of-hormuz-live-updates-june-17-2026/article71111807.ece" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-17", "time": "afternoon", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "U.S. officials read 14-point Iran memorandum as text becomes public", "detail": "Senior U.S. officials read the U.S.-Iran memorandum of understanding to journalists after days of secrecy, and Iranian state TV later released text that largely tracked the U.S. version. The 14-point roadmap declares an immediate and permanent end to military operations on all fronts, including Lebanon; opens a maximum 60-day window for a final deal; requires Iran to address its enriched-uranium stockpile under IAEA supervision; directs the U.S. to begin removing the naval blockade and issue oil-sale waivers; and promises work on sanctions relief, asset access and at least $300 billion in reconstruction and economic-development planning if a final deal is reached.", "lat": 38.9072, "lng": -77.0369, "tid": "us-iran-mou-text-read-to-journalists-14-points-jun17", "tn": "MoU text released", "dmg": 85, "cas": 0, "dl": "MOU TEXT — 14-point roadmap read to journalists: ceasefire, Hormuz, oil waivers, assets and nuclear talks", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "AP, June 17 — Senior U.S. officials read memorandum of understanding with Iran to journalists", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/mou-transcript-iran-us-war-8576fbe2be1309977e903463fbf57ee6" }, { "name": "CBS News live, June 17 — U.S. officials dictate the 14 points of the agreement", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-us-trump-peace-deal-israel/" }, { "name": "The Hindu/AP, June 18 — Text of U.S.-Iran memorandum of understanding released by U.S.", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/text-of-us-iran-memorandum-of-understanding-released-by-us/article71115228.ece" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-18", "time": "early morning", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "Trump and Pezeshkian sign U.S.-Iran MoU; Pakistan says it takes immediate effect", "detail": "U.S. officials, the White House and Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said President Donald Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian had signed the memorandum of understanding remotely, with Trump saying he signed it at Versailles during the G7 visit. Sharif, who mediated the deal, said it entered into force immediately and that the first steps were Iran instantly reopening the Strait of Hormuz and the U.S. immediately lifting the naval blockade, while a formal Switzerland meeting and implementation talks remained planned for June 19.", "lat": 48.8049, "lng": 2.1204, "tid": "trump-pezeshkian-sign-us-iran-mou-immediate-effect-jun18", "tn": "MoU signed", "dmg": 95, "cas": 0, "dl": "MOU SIGNED — Trump and Pezeshkian sign remotely; Pakistan says Hormuz reopening and blockade lift begin now", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News live, June 17-18 — U.S. and Iran remotely sign MoU; Pakistan says immediate effect", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-us-trump-peace-deal-israel/" }, { "name": "The Hindu live/AP/AFP, June 18 — Trump and Iran’s president sign deal; Pakistan says immediate effect", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-war-iran-us-israel-conflict-strait-of-hormuz-washington-tehran-sign-peace-deal-live-updates-june-18-2026/article71116282.ece" }, { "name": "The Guardian live, June 18 — U.S.-Iran presidents sign peace deal; reactions and Hormuz terms", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/jun/18/middle-east-crisis-live-us-iran-presidents-sign-peace-deal-mou-trump-tehran-strait-of-hormuz-toll-lebanon-israel" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-18", "time": "morning", "side": "israel", "title": "Israeli soldier killed and seven wounded in south Lebanon fighting after MoU signing", "detail": "The Israeli military said Master Sgt. Alexander Filin was killed in fighting in southern Lebanon on June 17 and that seven other soldiers were wounded, including an officer, reserve officer and reserve soldier moderately injured. The casualty announcement came after the U.S.-Iran MoU was signed and after the agreement’s text described a halt to military operations on all fronts, including Lebanon, underscoring that the Lebanon front remained a key implementation test.", "lat": 33.2705, "lng": 35.2033, "tid": "israeli-soldier-killed-seven-wounded-south-lebanon-after-mou-jun18", "tn": "IDF casualties in Lebanon", "dmg": 70, "cas": 8, "dl": "LEBANON FIGHTING — Israel says one soldier killed and seven wounded after MoU signing", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News/AFP live, June 18 — Israel’s military says 1 soldier killed in Lebanon, 7 wounded", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-us-trump-peace-deal-israel/" }, { "name": "The Hindu live/AFP, June 18 — Israeli military says 1 soldier killed in Lebanon, 7 injured", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-war-iran-us-israel-conflict-strait-of-hormuz-washington-tehran-sign-peace-deal-live-updates-june-18-2026/article71116282.ece" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-18", "time": "morning", "side": "economic", "title": "Iran says 89% of war-disrupted petrochemical units are back in production", "detail": "Mohammad Shariatmadari, chief executive of Persian Gulf Petrochemical Industries Company, said Iran had restored about 89% of petrochemical units knocked offline during the war with Israel and the United States. The statement, reported by ISNA and Reuters, said disrupted facilities had resumed production after rapid reconstruction, with some units above nominal capacity and others still below full output, pointing to a partial industrial recovery as sanctions waivers and final-deal negotiations begin.", "lat": 30.5569, "lng": 49.1881, "tid": "iran-petrochemical-units-89-percent-back-production-jun18", "tn": "Petrochemical recovery", "dmg": 65, "cas": 0, "dl": "PETROCHEMICALS — Iran says 89% of disrupted petrochemical units have returned to production", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu live/Reuters/ISNA, June 18 — Majority of Iranian petrochemical units back to production", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-war-iran-us-israel-conflict-strait-of-hormuz-washington-tehran-sign-peace-deal-live-updates-june-18-2026/article71116282.ece" }, { "name": "MarketScreener/Reuters, June 18 — Majority of Iranian petrochemical units back to production", "url": "https://www.marketscreener.com/news/majority-of-iranian-petrochemical-units-back-to-production-industry-group-says-ce7f5cdddd89f620" }, { "name": "Times of Israel live, June 18 — Iran says it restored 89% of petrochemical units knocked out during war", "url": "https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog_entry/iran-says-it-restored-89-of-petrochemical-units-knocked-out-during-war/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-19", "time": "early morning", "side": "economic", "title": "Oil and tanker traffic start moving through reopened Strait of Hormuz", "detail": "Oil prices fell as tankers began moving through the reopening Strait of Hormuz after the U.S.-Iran MoU, with several vessels — including three Saudi-flagged tankers carrying about 6 million barrels of crude — transiting hours after the signing. Analysts said more than 85 million barrels of stranded Gulf oil could be released if the deal holds; Kuwait Petroleum lifted force majeure notices, Iraq said fields were ready to restore output, and maritime reporting said major shipowners were using northern and southern routes while the central channel still required mine clearance.", "lat": 26.5666, "lng": 56.25, "tid": "hormuz-tanker-traffic-resumes-oil-falls-force-majeure-lifted-jun19", "tn": "Hormuz traffic resumes", "dmg": 80, "cas": 0, "dl": "HORMUZ REOPENING — Tankers begin moving, oil falls, Kuwait lifts force majeure and Iraq prepares output restart", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu/Reuters, June 19 — Oil falls as supply moves through Strait of Hormuz after Iran war pact", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/business/markets/oil-falls-as-supply-moves-through-strait-of-hormuz-after-iran-war-pact/article71120730.ece" }, { "name": "CBS News live, June 18 — Lloyd’s List says stranded ships have begun transiting the Strait of Hormuz", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-trump-us-deal-strait-of-hormuz/" }, { "name": "Times of Israel, June 19 — Iranian security council to issue fast authorizations and conduct mine clearance under MoU", "url": "https://www.timesofisrael.com/first-round-of-us-iran-talks-in-switzerland-called-off-clouding-prospects-for-lasting-truce/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-19", "time": "morning", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "Switzerland says first U.S.-Iran implementation talks are postponed", "detail": "Switzerland said the planned June 19 Burgenstock talks between the United States, Iran, Qatar and Pakistan would not take place, hours after the White House said Vice President J.D. Vance would not depart for Switzerland. The first technical round was meant to start the MoU’s 60-day negotiation window over the final deal and Iran’s nuclear programme, but Swiss officials gave no new date; Tehran said its delegation’s trip was unconfirmed, and chief negotiator Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf warned Iran would give a decisive response to any breach or excessive demands.", "lat": 46.9966, "lng": 8.3823, "tid": "switzerland-us-iran-burgenstock-implementation-talks-postponed-jun19", "tn": "Swiss talks postponed", "dmg": 85, "cas": 0, "dl": "TALKS POSTPONED — Burgenstock implementation round called off; no new date as Iran warns on red lines", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News live, June 19 — Switzerland says U.S.-Iran talks postponed", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-trump-us-deal-strait-of-hormuz/" }, { "name": "The Hindu/AFP, June 19 — U.S.-Iran talks planned for June 19 are off: Switzerland", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/us-iran-talks-planned-for-june-19-are-off-switzerland/article71120811.ece" }, { "name": "The Guardian, June 19 — U.S.-Iran talks in Switzerland abruptly called off", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/jun/19/us-iran-talks-in-switzerland-cancelled" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-19", "time": "morning", "side": "hezbollah", "title": "Lebanon front erupts as Hezbollah kills four Israeli soldiers and Israel strikes south Lebanon", "detail": "The Lebanon front became the first major stress test of the U.S.-Iran MoU’s promise to end fighting on all fronts. Hezbollah said it destroyed three Israeli Merkava tanks during clashes near the Ali al-Taher hills outside Nabatieh, while Israel said four soldiers, including Lt. Col. Dor Gedalia Ben Simhon, were killed and another reserve officer was severely wounded by an explosive drone. Lebanon’s Health Ministry said Israeli strikes across at least 10 southern villages killed 18 people and wounded 33, and France urged Israel to respect the ceasefire terms.", "lat": 33.3772, "lng": 35.4838, "tid": "lebanon-front-hezbollah-kills-four-israeli-soldiers-israeli-strikes-18-dead-jun19", "tn": "Lebanon flare-up", "dmg": 90, "cas": 55, "dl": "LEBANON FLARE-UP — Hezbollah reports tank ambushes; Israel says 4 soldiers killed; Lebanon says 18 killed, 33 wounded", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu live/AFP/AP, June 19 — Lebanon says 18 killed in strikes, Israel reports deaths of four soldiers", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-war-iran-us-israel-conflict-strait-of-hormuz-tehran-washington-peace-deal-live-updates-june-19-2026/article71120545.ece" }, { "name": "CBS News live, June 19 — 4 Israeli soldiers killed in Lebanon fighting; at least 16 dead in Israeli strikes", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-trump-us-deal-strait-of-hormuz/" }, { "name": "The Guardian, June 19 — Israel and Hezbollah trade attacks in Lebanon as U.S.-Iran talks called off", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/jun/19/us-iran-talks-in-switzerland-cancelled" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-19", "time": "morning", "side": "iran-allies", "title": "Reuters: IRGC set up covert Iraqi cells for drone attacks on Gulf states", "detail": "Reuters reported that the IRGC had created three or four covert Iraqi cells, each of roughly 10 elite Shiite fighters, to conduct deniable drone attacks on Gulf countries hosting U.S. forces while bypassing established militia networks. Iraqi sources said the cells launched at least seven attacks from desert areas near Basra and Samawa between April 20 and May 17 against sites in Kuwait, Saudi Arabia and the UAE, including Kuwait’s Ali Al Salem Air Base and possibly the Barakah nuclear plant fire; the report highlighted that the new U.S.-Iran MoU does not address Tehran’s support for regional proxies.", "lat": 31.3113, "lng": 45.2806, "tid": "reuters-irgc-covert-iraqi-cells-drone-attacks-gulf-states-jun19", "tn": "IRGC covert cells", "dmg": 75, "cas": 0, "dl": "IRGC CELLS — Reuters reports covert Iraq-based units launched at least 7 drone attacks on Gulf states", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters, June 19 — Iran’s Revolutionary Guards set up covert Iraqi cells to attack Gulf neighbors, sources say", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/irans-revolutionary-guards-set-up-covert-iraqi-cells-attack-gulf-neighbors-2026-06-19/" }, { "name": "Arab News/Reuters, June 19 — IRGC sets up secretive cells in Iraq to conduct drone attacks on Gulf", "url": "https://www.arabnews.com/node/2647796/middle-east" }, { "name": "The Hindu live/Reuters, June 19 — IRGC set up covert Iraqi cells to attack Gulf neighbours", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-war-iran-us-israel-conflict-strait-of-hormuz-tehran-washington-peace-deal-live-updates-june-19-2026/article71120545.ece" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-20", "time": "early morning", "side": "israel", "title": "Fresh Israeli strikes kill five in south Lebanon despite new ceasefire", "detail": "Lebanon’s state-run National News Agency said Israeli airstrikes and drone attacks hit more than a dozen locations in south Lebanon after midnight and into Saturday morning, despite a U.S.- and Qatar-brokered Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire announced the previous day. NNA reported three people killed in Arab Salim, one in Deir Zahrani, and one in a drone strike on a motorbike at Dweir; the strikes followed June 19 violence in which Lebanon said 47 people were killed and Israel said four soldiers died, keeping Lebanon as the main stress test for the U.S.-Iran war pact.", "lat": 33.3787, "lng": 35.4836, "tid": "fresh-israeli-strikes-south-lebanon-five-dead-ceasefire-jun20", "tn": "South Lebanon ceasefire violations", "dmg": 85, "cas": 5, "dl": "CEASEFIRE VIOLATION — Lebanon says Israeli strikes killed 5 after Israel-Hezbollah truce", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu/AFP, June 20 — Lebanon state media says five dead in fresh Israeli strikes on south", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/israeli-airstrikes-in-southern-lebanon-despite-ceasefire/article71125205.ece" }, { "name": "Reuters via Internazionale, June 20 — US, Iran envoys head for talks, Israeli strikes continue after ceasefire", "url": "https://www.internazionale.it/ultime-notizie-reuters/2026/06/20/trump-envoy-iranian-minister-head-to-switzerland-for-talks" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera live, June 20 — Tehran says US must ensure Israel ends attacks on Lebanon", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2026/6/20/iran-war-live-tehran-says-us-must-ensure-israel-ends-attacks-on-lebanon" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-20", "time": "morning", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "Witkoff and Araqchi head to Switzerland to restart U.S.-Iran implementation talks", "detail": "Axios, cited by Reuters and AFP, said U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi were headed to Switzerland after the postponed Burgenstock round, with Jared Kushner already there and Swiss officials saying preparatory work continued. The renewed diplomacy is aimed at turning the interim 14-point U.S.-Iran pact into a durable regional deal; Reuters reported that a Lebanon ceasefire is a condition for opening the 60-day negotiation window over Iran’s nuclear programme, sanctions relief, Hormuz reopening and a broader halt to fighting on all fronts.", "lat": 46.9966, "lng": 8.3823, "tid": "witkoff-araqchi-switzerland-us-iran-implementation-talks-resume-jun20", "tn": "Swiss implementation diplomacy", "dmg": 90, "cas": 0, "dl": "TALKS REVIVE — U.S. and Iranian envoys head to Switzerland after postponed implementation round", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters via Internazionale, June 20 — US, Iran envoys head for talks, Israeli strikes continue after ceasefire", "url": "https://www.internazionale.it/ultime-notizie-reuters/2026/06/20/trump-envoy-iranian-minister-head-to-switzerland-for-talks" }, { "name": "The Hindu live/AFP, June 20 — U.S. envoy Witkoff headed to Switzerland for talks", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-war-iran-us-conflict-israel-lebanon-strikes-strait-of-hormuz-tehran-washington-peace-deal-live-updates-june-20-2026/article71124892.ece" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera live, June 20 — Iran ready to move forward but US must ensure Israel abides by deal", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2026/6/20/iran-war-live-tehran-says-us-must-ensure-israel-ends-attacks-on-lebanon" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-20", "time": "morning", "side": "economic", "title": "Reuters: IRGC positioned to benefit from sanctions relief and reconstruction fund", "detail": "Reuters reported that senior Iranian sources see the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps as one of the biggest potential beneficiaries of the emerging U.S.-Iran deal because its business networks span oil, construction, shipping, ports, telecoms and logistics. The report said interim waivers on sanctioned oil sales and a possible wider agreement lifting sanctions and opening a $300 billion reconstruction fund could expand the Guards’ financial reach, while their U.S. terrorism designation could complicate foreign investment and sanctions compliance even if Iran’s economy reopens.", "lat": 35.6892, "lng": 51.389, "tid": "reuters-irgc-business-empire-sanctions-relief-reconstruction-fund-jun20", "tn": "IRGC sanctions-relief stakes", "dmg": 70, "cas": 0, "dl": "SANCTIONS RELIEF — Reuters says IRGC-linked firms could capture major benefits from oil waivers and reconstruction funds", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters via Internazionale, June 20 — Iranian Guards’ business empire to win big if U.S. sanctions lifted", "url": "https://www.internazionale.it/ultime-notizie-reuters/2026/06/20/iranian-guards-business-empire-to-win-big-if-u-s-sanctions-lifted" }, { "name": "The Hindu live/Reuters, June 20 — Iranian Guards' business empire to win big if U.S. sanctions lifted", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-war-iran-us-conflict-israel-lebanon-strikes-strait-of-hormuz-tehran-washington-peace-deal-live-updates-june-20-2026/article71124892.ece" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-20", "time": "morning", "side": "iran", "title": "Iran says it reclosed the Strait of Hormuz over Lebanon ceasefire violations; U.S. disputes it", "detail": "Iran’s military command and the IRGC said the Strait of Hormuz was closed again, arguing that Israel’s continued operations and troop presence in southern Lebanon violated the U.S.-Iran memorandum’s requirement to halt fighting on all fronts. The IRGC warned commercial vessels not to approach, but U.S. Central Command said Iran did not control the strait and that 55 merchant ships carrying more than 17 million barrels of oil transited the waterway on Saturday, leaving the closure claim as a major point of leverage and dispute before the Swiss implementation talks.", "lat": 26.5666, "lng": 56.25, "tid": "iran-recloses-hormuz-claim-us-disputes-traffic-continues-jun20", "tn": "Strait of Hormuz closure dispute", "dmg": 95, "cas": 0, "dl": "HORMUZ DISPUTE — Iran announces renewed closure; CENTCOM says 55 ships still transited", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters, June 20 — Iran negotiators, Vance head for Switzerland but Lebanon fighting continues", "url": "https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/iran-closes-strait-hormuz-over-ceasefire-violations-mehr-2026-06-20/" }, { "name": "CBS News live, June 20 — U.S. counters claim Iran controls the Strait of Hormuz", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-us-war-talks-suspended-trump-mou-israel-lebanon-hezbollah-fighting/" }, { "name": "Arab News/AP/Reuters, June 21 — Vance arrives in Switzerland for Iran peace talks with Hormuz in spotlight", "url": "https://www.arabnews.com/node/2647989/middle-east" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-21", "time": "morning", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "Vance, Iranian leaders and Pakistani mediators arrive in Switzerland as Lebanon tops U.S.-Iran talks", "detail": "U.S. Vice President JD Vance arrived at Emmen Air Base and Iranian negotiators led by parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf and Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi gathered at Burgenstock for talks on implementing the U.S.-Iran interim agreement. Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and army chief Asim Munir also arrived, with Qatar expected to mediate. Iran said the Israel-Hezbollah conflict in Lebanon would be the main topic, alongside frozen assets and oil-sale licenses, while Vance said the talks would focus on the nuclear file and the Lebanon ceasefire.", "lat": 46.9966, "lng": 8.3823, "tid": "vance-iran-pakistan-burgenstock-talks-lebanon-main-topic-jun21", "tn": "Burgenstock implementation talks", "dmg": 90, "cas": 0, "dl": "SWISS TALKS OPEN — Vance, Iran and mediators convene with Lebanon ceasefire first on agenda", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu live/AFP/Reuters, June 21 — Iran says Lebanon conflict ‘main topic’ in U.S. talks", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-war-iran-us-conflict-israel-lebanon-strikes-strait-of-hormuz-tehran-washington-peace-talks-in-switzerland-live-updates-june-21-2026/article71128366.ece" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera, June 21 — US, Iranian delegations in Switzerland for key talks", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/6/21/iran-war-day-114-us-iranian-delegations-in-switzerland-for-key-talks" }, { "name": "Times of Israel, June 21 — US, Iran set for new talks; Trump threatens US tolls in Hormuz", "url": "https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-iran-set-for-new-talks-trump-threatens-us-tolls-in-hormuz-if-deal-not-reached-in-60-days/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-21", "time": "morning", "side": "hezbollah", "title": "Lebanon ceasefire strains further as Israeli strikes and Hezbollah attacks continue around Nabatieh", "detail": "Lebanese and Israeli reporting showed the Lebanon front still active despite the renewed ceasefire tied to the U.S.-Iran deal. Al Jazeera cited Lebanon’s NNA and health officials saying Israeli attacks killed five people in Sohmor and two Palestinian-origin people in Rashidieh, while Times of Israel and Israeli media said a rocket-and-drone barrage near Kfar Tebnit killed one Israeli soldier and wounded 13 others. Separate tallies said Israeli strikes since the truce killed at least 32 people across Nabatieh, Tyre, Sohmor and Qanarit, making the southern Lebanon fighting the immediate threat to the Swiss talks.", "lat": 33.3772, "lng": 35.4838, "tid": "lebanon-ceasefire-strains-nabatieh-kfar-tebnit-strikes-rockets-jun21", "tn": "South Lebanon ceasefire breakdown", "dmg": 90, "cas": 33, "dl": "CEASEFIRE STRAIN — fresh Lebanon deaths and an Israeli soldier killed as talks open", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "Al Jazeera, June 21 — Iran war day 114: In Lebanon, Israeli raids and Kfar Tebnit attack reported", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/6/21/iran-war-day-114-us-iranian-delegations-in-switzerland-for-key-talks" }, { "name": "Pajhwok/Al Jazeera, June 21 — 32 killed in Israeli strikes on Lebanon despite ceasefire", "url": "https://pajhwok.com/2026/06/21/32-killed-in-israeli-strikes-on-lebanon-despite-ceasefire/" }, { "name": "Times of Israel, June 21 — IDF hits Lebanon after repeated Hezbollah attacks; at least 27 said killed", "url": "https://www.timesofisrael.com/despite-truce-idf-hits-lebanon-after-repeated-hezbollah-attacks-at-least-27-said-killed/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-22", "time": "early morning", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "U.S. and Iran agree 60-day roadmap after tense Switzerland talks", "detail": "Pakistan and Qatar said the first high-level U.S.-Iran implementation talks at Burgenstock concluded with encouraging progress after a tense opening marked by Iranian protests over President Trump’s threats and renewed disputes over Hormuz. The mediators said the sides established a High Level Committee, agreed on a 60-day roadmap toward a final deal, and left technical teams in Switzerland for weeklong talks on nuclear issues, sanctions, dispute resolution, Lebanon and maritime passage. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Tehran had secured oil and petrochemical waivers, some frozen-asset releases and a reconstruction plan, while U.S. officials framed the work as the start of follow-on technical negotiations.", "lat": 46.9966, "lng": 8.3823, "tid": "us-iran-60-day-roadmap-burgenstock-technical-talks-jun22", "tn": "Burgenstock roadmap talks", "dmg": 95, "cas": 0, "dl": "ROADMAP AGREED — mediators say U.S. and Iran set 60-day path to final deal with technical talks continuing", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Al Jazeera, June 22 — Iran war day 115: Lebanon truce appears to hold as Switzerland talks end", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/6/22/iran-war-day-115-lebanon-truce-appears-to-hold-as-switzerland-talks-end" }, { "name": "The Hindu live/AFP/AP, June 22 — Iran, U.S. agree roadmap to final deal within 60 days", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-war-iran-us-conflict-israel-lebanon-strikes-strait-of-hormuz-tehran-washington-peace-talks-in-switzerland-live-updates-june-22-2026/article71131544.ece" }, { "name": "The Guardian live, June 22 — US-Iran talks set to continue despite Iranian walkout", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/jun/22/middle-east-crisis-iran-us-peace-talks-switzerland-strait-of-hormuz-latest-news-updates" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-22", "time": "morning", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "U.S. and Iran create Lebanon de-confliction cell as truce cautiously holds", "detail": "The Switzerland mediators announced that Washington and Tehran would create a de-confliction cell with Lebanon, facilitated by Pakistan and Qatar, to ensure the termination of military operations after days of Israeli strikes and Hezbollah attacks threatened to derail the wider U.S.-Iran deal. Al Jazeera reported a cautious calm around Nabatieh after the previous bloody days, while Israel’s defense minister said Israeli forces would remain in southern Lebanon as long as necessary and Hezbollah vowed to respond to violations. The mechanism leaves Israel and Hezbollah outside the direct U.S.-Iran talks, but makes Lebanon the first test of the broader implementation process.", "lat": 33.3772, "lng": 35.4838, "tid": "us-iran-lebanon-deconfliction-cell-ceasefire-cautious-calm-jun22", "tn": "Lebanon de-confliction cell", "dmg": 90, "cas": 0, "dl": "DE-CONFLICTION CELL — U.S. and Iran back Lebanon mechanism as Nabatieh sees cautious calm", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Al Jazeera, June 22 — Lebanon truce appears to hold; de-confliction cell announced", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/6/22/iran-war-day-115-lebanon-truce-appears-to-hold-as-switzerland-talks-end" }, { "name": "The Hindu live/AFP, June 22 — Iran, U.S. to set up de-confliction cell with Lebanon", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-war-iran-us-conflict-israel-lebanon-strikes-strait-of-hormuz-tehran-washington-peace-talks-in-switzerland-live-updates-june-22-2026/article71131544.ece" }, { "name": "Times of Israel live/AP/AFP, June 21-22 — Iran, US to set up de-confliction cell to stop military ops in Lebanon", "url": "https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog-june-21-2026/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-22", "time": "morning", "side": "economic", "title": "Hormuz traffic drops sharply after Iran closure claim, but Qatar sends LNG tankers through", "detail": "Shiptracking data cited by Reuters and The Hindu showed only five vessels passed through the Strait of Hormuz on Sunday after Iran again declared the waterway closed over Lebanon fighting, down from 26 ships a day earlier, though the count may miss ships travelling with transponders off. Qatar nevertheless sent four controlled LNG tankers into the strait on Monday via the Iranian route for the first time since the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran began, underscoring both the economic pressure from Tehran’s closure claim and the limits of the shutdown. Mediators said the U.S. and Iran also opened a communications line aimed at safe passage for commercial vessels.", "lat": 26.5666, "lng": 56.25, "tid": "hormuz-traffic-drops-qatar-lng-tankers-communication-line-jun22", "tn": "Hormuz shipping slowdown", "dmg": 95, "cas": 0, "dl": "HORMUZ SLOWDOWN — traffic falls to five vessels, but Qatar LNG tankers enter as U.S.-Iran hotline opens", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu/Reuters, June 22 — Qatar brings LNG tankers into Hormuz despite shipping slowdown", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/qatar-brings-lng-tankers-into-hormuz-despite-shipping-slowdown/article71132240.ece" }, { "name": "Times of Israel live/Reuters, June 21-22 — Shipping slows after Iran says it has again shut the Strait of Hormuz", "url": "https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog-june-21-2026/" }, { "name": "The Guardian live, June 22 — U.S.-Iran talks and Hormuz communications line", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/jun/22/middle-east-crisis-iran-us-peace-talks-switzerland-strait-of-hormuz-latest-news-updates" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-23", "time": "morning", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "Iran and U.S. technical teams conclude Swiss talks with four working groups", "detail": "Iranian state media and Al Jazeera reported that U.S.-Iran technical talks in Switzerland concluded successfully after the Burgenstock high-level round, with Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi saying the teams reached understandings on implementation mechanisms for the Islamabad memorandum. The sides set up working groups on sanctions termination, nuclear affairs, reconstruction and economic development, and monitoring and implementation. The outcome converts the 60-day roadmap from a political statement into a structured follow-on process, but leaves the hardest disputes over enrichment, inspections, sanctions sequencing and enforcement for the new groups.", "lat": 46.9966, "lng": 8.3823, "tid": "us-iran-technical-talks-four-working-groups-switzerland-jun23", "tn": "Swiss technical working groups", "dmg": 85, "cas": 0, "dl": "TECHNICAL TRACKS — U.S. and Iran end Swiss talks with four working groups for the 60-day roadmap", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Al Jazeera, June 23 — Iran says technical talks with US in Switzerland conclude successfully", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/6/23/iran-says-technical-talks-with-us-in-switzerland-conclude-successfully" }, { "name": "The Hindu/AFP, June 23 — Iran says technical talks with U.S. in Switzerland have concluded", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-war-iran-us-conflict-israel-lebanon-strikes-washington-tehran-peace-talks-strait-of-hormuz-live-updates-june-23-2026/article71135989.ece" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera, June 22 — Key outcomes of Iran-US talks in Switzerland; what next?", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/6/22/what-are-the-key-outcomes-of-the-iran-us-talks-in-switzerland-what-next" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-23", "time": "morning", "side": "economic", "title": "Ghalibaf says U.S. will release $12bn in frozen Iranian funds after oil waiver", "detail": "Iran’s top negotiator Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said the United States had agreed to release $12 billion in frozen Iranian assets, while President Trump said the money would be used to buy U.S. agricultural products, a claim Tehran rejected in live coverage. The announcement followed a U.S. Treasury 60-day general licence allowing production, delivery and sale of Iranian oil and petrochemicals through August 21. Al Jazeera described the oil waiver as a major reversal of U.S. sanctions policy that could let Iran sell at full price rather than through discounted sanctions-evasion channels, making early economic relief one of the most tangible results of the MoU implementation talks.", "lat": 35.6892, "lng": 51.389, "tid": "ghalibaf-us-release-12bn-frozen-assets-iran-oil-waiver-jun23", "tn": "Iran frozen-asset release", "dmg": 80, "cas": 0, "dl": "ASSETS UNFROZEN — Ghalibaf says $12bn will be released as U.S. grants 60-day oil waiver", "dc": "dmg-economic", "sources": [ { "name": "Al Jazeera live, June 23 — Ghalibaf says US to release $12bn in frozen Iranian funds", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2026/6/23/iran-war-live-tehran-to-access-billions-in-frozen-funds" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera, June 23 — Iran says technical talks with US in Switzerland conclude successfully", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/6/23/iran-says-technical-talks-with-us-in-switzerland-conclude-successfully" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera, June 22 — US partially lifts Iran oil sanctions amid encouraging talks", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/6/22/us-partially-lifts-iran-oil-sanctions-amid-encouraging-talks" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-23", "time": "morning", "side": "iran", "title": "Iran rejects near-term IAEA inspections of damaged nuclear sites, complicating U.S. claims", "detail": "Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei said Tehran had not met IAEA chief Rafael Grossi in Switzerland and had no plan or protocol for the UN watchdog to inspect damaged Iranian nuclear facilities, while saying Iran would continue its NPT and safeguards obligations. The statement, reported by Reuters and carried in The Hindu’s live coverage, directly undercut U.S. statements from Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, President Trump and Vice President JD Vance that Iran had committed to let international inspectors back in. The gap makes nuclear verification an immediate fault line for the newly formed nuclear-affairs working group.", "lat": 34.8841, "lng": 50.9959, "tid": "iran-rejects-iaea-inspections-damaged-nuclear-sites-jun23", "tn": "IAEA inspection dispute", "dmg": 75, "cas": 0, "dl": "INSPECTION DISPUTE — Iran says no IAEA visits to damaged nuclear sites are planned despite U.S. claims", "dc": "dmg-nuclear", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu/Reuters, June 23 — Iran says IAEA inspections of damaged nuclear sites are not planned", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-war-iran-us-conflict-israel-lebanon-strikes-washington-tehran-peace-talks-strait-of-hormuz-live-updates-june-23-2026/article71135989.ece" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera, June 22 — US partially lifts Iran oil sanctions amid encouraging talks", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/6/22/us-partially-lifts-iran-oil-sanctions-amid-encouraging-talks" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera, June 22 — Key outcomes of Iran-US talks in Switzerland; nuclear-programme section", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/6/22/what-are-the-key-outcomes-of-the-iran-us-talks-in-switzerland-what-next" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-23", "time": "morning", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "Lebanon-Israel talks open in Washington under shadow of U.S.-Iran de-confliction cell", "detail": "Reuters, cited by The Hindu, reported that Lebanon and Israel were starting a new June 23-25 round of direct talks in Washington while Beirut insisted those bilateral negotiations are the only way to end the war that erupted after Hezbollah attacked Israel in support of Iran. The talks opened just as the U.S.-Iran MoU and Swiss follow-on process pulled Lebanon into a separate de-confliction cell involving Washington and Tehran, a shift that buoyed Hezbollah and frustrated Lebanese officials who warned Iran cannot negotiate on Lebanon’s behalf. The dual tracks make southern Lebanon the first on-the-ground test of whether the U.S.-Iran framework can reduce fighting without sidelining Lebanon and Israel.", "lat": 38.9072, "lng": -77.0369, "tid": "lebanon-israel-washington-talks-us-iran-deconfliction-shadow-jun23", "tn": "Washington Lebanon-Israel talks", "dmg": 80, "cas": 0, "dl": "DUAL TRACKS — Lebanon-Israel talks begin in Washington as U.S.-Iran de-confliction cell overshadows them", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu/Reuters, June 23 — New Lebanon-Israel talks to begin, in shadow of U.S.-Iran deal", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-war-iran-us-conflict-israel-lebanon-strikes-washington-tehran-peace-talks-strait-of-hormuz-live-updates-june-23-2026/article71135989.ece" }, { "name": "CBS News, June 22 — U.S., Iran set for more talks in Switzerland; Lebanon de-confliction cell", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-us-war-talks-suspended-trump-mou-israel-lebanon-hezbollah-fighting/" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera, June 22 — Key outcomes of Iran-US talks in Switzerland; de-confliction cell for Lebanon", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/6/22/what-are-the-key-outcomes-of-the-iran-us-talks-in-switzerland-what-next" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-23", "time": "evening", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "U.S. Senate passes Iran war-powers resolution in symbolic rebuke to Trump", "detail": "The U.S. Senate voted 50-48 to approve a House-passed war-powers resolution directing President Trump to remove U.S. forces from hostilities against Iran unless Congress authorizes further action. Four Republicans joined most Democrats, making it the first Iran-war war-powers measure to clear both chambers, although the concurrent resolution is largely symbolic and expected to face Trump’s opposition. The vote adds domestic political pressure to the Switzerland implementation talks and signals bipartisan unease over continuing the war while the U.S.-Iran framework is still being negotiated.", "lat": 38.8899, "lng": -77.0091, "tid": "us-senate-passes-iran-war-powers-resolution-jun23", "tn": "U.S. Iran war-powers vote", "dmg": 75, "cas": 0, "dl": "WAR POWERS VOTE — Senate passes 50-48 rebuke requiring approval for further Iran hostilities", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Al Jazeera, June 23 — US Senate votes to pass Iran war powers resolution in blow to Trump", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/6/23/us-senate-votes-to-halt-iran-war-bucking-trump" }, { "name": "CBS News live, June 23 — Senate adopts House-passed Iran resolution in symbolic rebuke of Trump", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-us-war-trump-nuclear-sites-strait-of-hormuz/" }, { "name": "The Hindu/AFP, June 24 — Trump slams Congress for poorly timed Iran war powers vote", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-war-iran-usa-israel-conflict-peace-deal-donald-trump-strait-of-hormuz-updates-june-24-2026/article71140307.ece" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-24", "time": "early morning", "side": "iran", "title": "IAEA chief says Iran enrichment sites will be inspected despite Tehran’s denial", "detail": "IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi said in Tokyo that Iranian enrichment sites will be visited by agency inspectors under the U.S.-Iran memorandum, saying supervision of nuclear material and facilities is explicitly required and that inspections could happen in days or weeks. His statement sharpened the public dispute after President Trump said Iran had accepted “100% inspections” while Iran’s Foreign Ministry said no visits to damaged nuclear sites were planned and cooperation would depend on domestic procedures and security-council decisions. Verification of Iran’s enriched-uranium stockpile is now the central early test of the nuclear working group.", "lat": 35.6764, "lng": 139.65, "tid": "iaea-grossi-says-iran-sites-will-be-inspected-jun24", "tn": "IAEA inspection dispute", "dmg": 85, "cas": 0, "dl": "IAEA INSPECTIONS — Grossi says visits will happen even as Tehran denies near-term plans", "dc": "dmg-nuclear", "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News/AP, June 24 — UN nuclear agency boss signals inspectors will visit Iran nuclear sites", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-us-war-trump-nuclear-sites-strait-of-hormuz/" }, { "name": "The Hindu/AP, June 24 — UN nuclear agency chief signals inspectors will visit Iran’s nuclear sites", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-war-iran-usa-israel-conflict-peace-deal-donald-trump-strait-of-hormuz-updates-june-24-2026/article71140307.ece" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera, June 24 — Iran war day 117: Nuclear inspections dispute as US Senate curbs war powers", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/6/24/iran-war-day-117-nuclear-inspections-dispute-as-us-senate-curbs-war-powers" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-24", "time": "morning", "side": "economic", "title": "Oman and IMO open temporary Hormuz route as more than 1,000 ships remain stuck", "detail": "Oman announced a temporary sea route through the Strait of Hormuz in coordination with the International Maritime Organization, saying ships must coordinate through IMO and Omani authorities and that the route is meant to preserve free navigation without tolls. The move followed IMO plans to evacuate 11,000 seafarers stranded in the Persian Gulf and insurance estimates cited by RFE/RL that nearly 1,150 ships and about $125 billion in cargo remained stuck despite the U.S.-Iran framework. The route directly challenges Iranian talk of fees or service charges and shows the strait remains the war’s most important economic choke point.", "lat": 26.5666, "lng": 56.25, "tid": "oman-imo-temporary-hormuz-route-stranded-ships-jun24", "tn": "Temporary Hormuz sea route", "dmg": 90, "cas": 0, "dl": "HORMUZ ROUTE — Oman and IMO coordinate passage while 1,150 ships remain stuck in the Gulf", "dc": "dmg-economic", "sources": [ { "name": "RFE/RL, June 24 — Oman announces temporary sea route through Strait of Hormuz; over 1,000 vessels remain in Persian Gulf", "url": "https://www.rferl.org/a/iran-war-us-hormuz-oil-blockade-gulf-israel/33640284.html" }, { "name": "The Hindu, June 24 — IMO, Oman announce plan to evacuate ships, 11,000 seafarers stranded in Persian Gulf", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-war-iran-usa-israel-conflict-peace-deal-donald-trump-strait-of-hormuz-updates-june-24-2026/article71140307.ece" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera, June 24 — Rubio says Iran cannot charge Hormuz tolls under final deal", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/6/24/iran-war-day-117-nuclear-inspections-dispute-as-us-senate-curbs-war-powers" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-24", "time": "midday", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "Israel and Lebanon discuss U.S.-backed pilot handover of occupied southern territory", "detail": "Reuters-cited reporting from Israeli and Lebanese officials said the Washington talks now include a U.S.-backed “pilot” proposal for Israeli forces to hand over some occupied southern Lebanese territory to the Lebanese military. Under the proposal, Lebanese troops involved would receive U.S. training and vetting to exclude Hezbollah links, while Israel would retain a buffer-zone presence. The proposal is a concrete first test of whether the U.S.-Iran de-confliction framework and the separate Lebanon-Israel track can reduce fighting without letting Iran or Hezbollah dictate Lebanon’s security arrangements.", "lat": 33.2776, "lng": 35.2033, "tid": "israel-lebanon-us-backed-southern-territory-handover-pilot-jun24", "tn": "South Lebanon handover proposal", "dmg": 80, "cas": 0, "dl": "HANDOVER PILOT — Washington talks weigh Israeli transfer of some southern territory to vetted Lebanese troops", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu/Reuters, June 24 — Israel, Lebanon discuss U.S.-backed proposal for transfer of some southern territory", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-war-iran-usa-israel-conflict-peace-deal-donald-trump-strait-of-hormuz-updates-june-24-2026/article71140307.ece" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera, June 24 — UN says ceasefire largely holding in southern Lebanon", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/6/24/iran-war-day-117-nuclear-inspections-dispute-as-us-senate-curbs-war-powers" }, { "name": "CBS News live, June 23-24 — Lebanon talks and joint cell arrangements under review", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-us-war-trump-nuclear-sites-strait-of-hormuz/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-24", "time": "late evening", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "Senate rejects second Iran war-powers measure after Trump pressures Republicans", "detail": "After the Senate's symbolic passage of a House-passed Iran war-powers resolution a day earlier, Republicans forced a late June 24 vote on Senator Tim Kaine's separate measure and defeated it 50-47. Only Susan Collins and Lisa Murkowski voted with Democrats, Rand Paul voted present, and John Fetterman voted no, marking a sharp reversal after Trump berated GOP senators for allowing the prior rebuke. The vote blunted Congress's immediate effort to constrain renewed U.S. hostilities against Iran while leaving visible bipartisan unease over the interim ceasefire and the administration's negotiating authority.", "lat": 38.8899, "lng": -77.0091, "tid": "senate-rejects-second-iran-war-powers-measure-jun24", "tn": "Second Iran war-powers vote", "dmg": 65, "cas": 0, "dl": "WAR POWERS REVERSAL — Senate defeats Kaine measure 50-47 after Trump pressures GOP senators", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News, June 25 — Senate rejects measure to restrict Trump's Iran war powers as key Republicans shift votes", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/us-iran-trump-deal-nuclear-inspections-iaea-timing-not-essential/" }, { "name": "The Hindu/AP, June 25 — U.S. Senate Republicans reject War Powers resolution after Trump berates them", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-war-iran-usa-israel-conflict-washington-tehran-peace-deal-donald-trump-strait-of-hormuz-live-updates-june-25-2026/article71144582.ece" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-25", "time": "morning", "side": "economic", "title": "First tanker uses Oman-IMO Hormuz route as Iran warns unauthorized ships will be dealt with", "detail": "Iran's Revolutionary Guards warned that ships crossing the Strait of Hormuz without Tehran's authorization would be 'dealt with' and called the new Oman-IMO corridor 'unacceptable and extremely dangerous.' Hours later the Liberian tanker Stoic Warrior exited the strait by hugging the UAE and Omani coasts along the new route, showing shipowners were testing the U.N.-backed passage despite Iran's threat. The transit came as vessel traffic reportedly doubled to its highest level since late February and Brent crude fell to about $72.24, underscoring how the Hormuz dispute remains both a security flashpoint and the key economic test of the U.S.-Iran MoU.", "lat": 26.5666, "lng": 56.25, "tid": "stoic-warrior-transits-oman-imo-hormuz-route-iran-threat-jun25", "tn": "Stoic Warrior Hormuz transit", "dmg": 90, "cas": 0, "dl": "HORMUZ TEST — Stoic Warrior exits via Oman-IMO corridor despite IRGC threat against unauthorized crossings", "dc": "dmg-economic", "sources": [ { "name": "AP News, June 25 — Tanker comes out of Strait of Hormuz on Oman route despite Iran threat", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/iran-us-israel-war-hormuz-strait-june-25-2026-862164c2aecbdc376dea434198eaf75f" }, { "name": "CBS News/AFP, June 25 — Iran warns against Hormuz crossings without its authorization", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/us-iran-trump-deal-nuclear-inspections-iaea-timing-not-essential/" }, { "name": "The Guardian, June 25 — Oil price falls to pre-Iran war levels as more tankers exit Strait of Hormuz", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/business/2026/jun/25/oil-price-falls-pre-iran-war-levels-more-tankers-exit-strait-of-hormuz" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-25", "time": "morning", "side": "israel", "title": "Israeli soldier killed in southern Lebanon as ceasefire strain grows", "detail": "The Israeli military said Master Sergeant Basil Sweid was killed during operational activity in southern Lebanon, with a spokesman saying his vehicle overturned; CBS/AFP reported 37 Israeli soldiers and one civilian contractor have now been killed in southern Lebanon since fighting with Hezbollah erupted in early March. The death followed Israel's first reported airstrike in Lebanon since the latest ceasefire took effect, an attack that Lebanon's state news agency said killed two people on June 24. The incidents show the Lebanon front remains the most immediate military test of the U.S.-Iran ceasefire framework and the Washington handover talks.", "lat": 33.2776, "lng": 35.2033, "tid": "israeli-soldier-killed-south-lebanon-ceasefire-strain-jun25", "tn": "South Lebanon ceasefire strain", "dmg": 70, "cas": 3, "dl": "CEASEFIRE STRAIN — Israeli soldier killed after first post-ceasefire Israeli strike reportedly killed two", "dc": "dmg-military", "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News/AFP, June 25 — Israel's army says soldier killed in south Lebanon", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/us-iran-trump-deal-nuclear-inspections-iaea-timing-not-essential/" }, { "name": "The Hindu/Reuters, June 25 — One Israeli soldier killed during operational activity in southern Lebanon", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-war-iran-usa-israel-conflict-washington-tehran-peace-deal-donald-trump-strait-of-hormuz-live-updates-june-25-2026/article71144582.ece" }, { "name": "The Guardian, June 25 — Israel launched first Lebanon airstrike since latest ceasefire, killing two, state media said", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/business/2026/jun/25/oil-price-falls-pre-iran-war-levels-more-tankers-exit-strait-of-hormuz" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-25", "time": "midday", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "Rubio and Gulf ministers back Oman Hormuz corridor and reject Iranian tolls", "detail": "At a Gulf Cooperation Council meeting in Bahrain, Secretary of State Marco Rubio warned that accepting Iranian fees on the Strait of Hormuz would spread 'like a contagion' to other international waterways and create 'total chaos.' Bahrain's foreign minister, chairing the GCC meeting, welcomed Oman's safe-passage corridor, while Rubio pledged Washington would align with Gulf partners during the 60-day U.S.-Iran negotiation window. The coordinated Gulf-U.S. position hardens the diplomatic front against Iran's demand for maritime service fees and supports the Oman-IMO route as the practical alternative.", "lat": 26.2235, "lng": 50.5876, "tid": "rubio-gcc-back-oman-hormuz-corridor-reject-iran-tolls-jun25", "tn": "GCC Hormuz corridor support", "dmg": 75, "cas": 0, "dl": "NO HORMUZ TOLLS — Rubio and GCC back Omani corridor and warn Iranian fees would spread chaos", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu/AFP/Reuters, June 25 — Rubio warns Hormuz tolls would spread like contagion; Bahrain welcomes Oman corridor", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-war-iran-usa-israel-conflict-washington-tehran-peace-deal-donald-trump-strait-of-hormuz-live-updates-june-25-2026/article71144582.ece" }, { "name": "CBS News/AFP, June 25 — Rubio in Bahrain as U.S.-Iran diplomacy ramps up", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/us-iran-trump-deal-nuclear-inspections-iaea-timing-not-essential/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-25", "time": "evening", "side": "iran", "title": "IRGC-attributed drone strike hits Ever Lovely and pauses UN Hormuz evacuation plan", "detail": "A Singapore-flagged container ship, Ever Lovely, was struck by a projectile/drone near the Omani coast while exiting the Strait of Hormuz after Iran warned vessels not to use routes outside its Persian Gulf Strait Authority framework. UKMTO reported bridge damage with no casualties or pollution, while U.S. officials told CBS/AP/Fox the strike was carried out by Iran's IRGC. IMO Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez paused the U.N.-backed evacuation plan for stranded ships until safety guarantees could be reconfirmed, making the attack the first major kinetic test of the Oman-IMO corridor and the U.S.-Iran MoU's promise of safe, toll-free passage.", "lat": 25.55, "lng": 56.45, "tid": "ever-lovely-irgc-drone-strike-pauses-imo-hormuz-evacuation-jun25", "tn": "Ever Lovely Hormuz strike", "dmg": 90, "cas": 0, "dl": "HORMUZ STRIKE — Ever Lovely hit near Oman; IMO pauses evacuation plan for stranded ships", "dc": "dmg-economic", "sources": [ { "name": "BBC News, June 26 — UN pauses Strait of Hormuz evacuation after cargo ship attacked", "url": "https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cjwg9np904qo" }, { "name": "CBS News, June 25-26 — IRGC attacks commercial vessel in Strait of Hormuz, U.S. official confirms", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/us-iran-war-trump-strait-of-hormuz-oil-prices/" }, { "name": "NPR/AP, June 26 — UN agency pauses evacuation of ships through the Strait of Hormuz after attack on vessel", "url": "https://www.npr.org/2026/06/26/nx-s1-5871963/un-agency-pauses-evacuation-of-ships-through-strait-of-hormuz-after-attack-vessel" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-26", "time": "early morning", "side": "iran", "title": "Grossi says Iran deal requires inspector access as 60% uranium stockpile remains unresolved", "detail": "IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi said the U.S.-Iran memorandum gives U.N. inspectors access to Iran and that the agency hopes to be there soon, while warning that intentions are not enough and a very strong verification system is needed as quickly as practicable. He said talks with Tehran on the fate of Iran's enriched uranium had barely begun; AFP/The Hindu cited IAEA estimates that Iran had about 440 kg of uranium enriched to 60% before the conflict and that the stockpile is believed to remain near Isfahan, a site Iran says it does not plan to open after it was bombed. The comments sharpen the verification dispute at the center of the 60-day negotiation window.", "lat": 35.6764, "lng": 139.65, "tid": "grossi-strong-verification-iran-uranium-stockpile-access-jun26", "tn": "Iran verification push", "dmg": 85, "cas": 0, "dl": "NUCLEAR VERIFICATION — Grossi says MoU requires access; 440 kg 60%-enriched stockpile remains unresolved", "dc": "dmg-nuclear", "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News/Reuters, June 26 — Very strong nuclear verification needed in Iran after war, U.N. official says", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/us-iran-war-trump-strait-of-hormuz-oil-prices/" }, { "name": "The Hindu/AFP, June 26 — Iran had 440 kilograms of uranium enriched to 60%, IAEA estimates", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-war-iran-usa-israel-conflict-washington-tehran-peace-deal-donald-trump-strait-of-hormuz-live-updates-june-26-2026/article71149347.ece" }, { "name": "Times of Israel, June 26 — US-Iran MOU gives nuclear inspectors access to sites, UN watchdog chief insists", "url": "https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog-june-26-2026/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-26", "time": "overnight", "side": "hezbollah", "title": "Four Israeli soldiers wounded in Beit Yahoun clash with Hezbollah operative", "detail": "The Israeli military said four IDF soldiers, including two officers, were wounded near Beit Yahoun in southern Lebanon when a Hezbollah operative hiding in a building threw a grenade at Israeli troops around 10 p.m. The force returned fire and killed the operative, after which Israel struck several Hezbollah positions in the area with artillery and airstrikes. The clash followed several deadly Israeli strikes in Nabatieh province and showed the Lebanon front continuing to erode the ceasefire even as Washington-hosted Israel-Lebanon talks and the U.S.-Iran framework seek a phased withdrawal formula.", "lat": 33.155, "lng": 35.411, "tid": "beit-yahoun-hezbollah-clash-four-idf-wounded-jun26", "tn": "Beit Yahoun clash", "dmg": 75, "cas": 5, "dl": "LEBANON CLASH — Hezbollah grenade attack wounds four IDF soldiers; operative killed and Israel strikes sites", "dc": "dmg-military", "sources": [ { "name": "Times of Israel, June 26 — IDF: 4 soldiers hurt in clash with Hezbollah operative in southern Lebanon", "url": "https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog-june-26-2026/" }, { "name": "Jerusalem Post, June 26 — Four IDF soldiers wounded in Lebanon", "url": "https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/2026-06-26/live-updates-900594" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera live, June 26 — Israel attacks Lebanon as Netanyahu says troops to stay", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2026/6/26/iran-war-live-israel-attacks-lebanon-as-netanyahu-says-troops-to-stay" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-26", "time": "morning", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "Tehran rejects U.S.-GCC Hormuz statement and says strait must be run with Oman", "detail": "Iran's Foreign Ministry denounced the U.S.-GCC joint statement from Rubio's Gulf tour as interventionist, irresponsible, and provocative, accusing the U.S. military presence in the Gulf of creating insecurity while reiterating that the Strait of Hormuz should be governed by Iran and Oman under the U.S.-Iran memorandum. The statement came after Gulf ministers backed free, unconditional navigation and rejected Iranian tolls or fees, and after the Ever Lovely strike exposed the practical stakes of competing Hormuz-route authorities. The diplomatic clash keeps maritime governance at the center of the interim peace talks.", "lat": 35.6892, "lng": 51.389, "tid": "iran-rejects-us-gcc-hormuz-statement-joint-oman-governance-jun26", "tn": "Iran rejects US-GCC Hormuz line", "dmg": 70, "cas": 0, "dl": "HORMUZ GOVERNANCE — Tehran rejects U.S.-GCC statement and insists strait be run with Oman", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Times of Israel, June 26 — Iran says US military presence in Gulf source of regional insecurity, Hormuz must be run by it and Oman", "url": "https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog-june-26-2026/" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera, June 26 — Tehran says US-GCC statement is provocative, irresponsible", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2026/6/26/iran-war-live-israel-attacks-lebanon-as-netanyahu-says-troops-to-stay" }, { "name": "CBS News, June 25-26 — GCC voices support for U.S. objectives and free navigation in Iran talks", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/us-iran-war-trump-strait-of-hormuz-oil-prices/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-26", "time": "afternoon", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "Israel, Lebanon and U.S. sign framework agreement for southern Lebanon handover", "detail": "Israel, Lebanon and the United States signed a trilateral framework agreement in Washington that U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio called the 'beginning of the beginning' of a process toward lasting peace and security. The text creates a trilateral Military Coordination Group, sets two pilot zones where the Lebanese army would assume security responsibility after verified disarmament of non-state armed groups, and links Israel's progressive redeployment to Hezbollah disarmament and dismantlement of infrastructure. Netanyahu said Israeli forces would remain in southern Lebanon until Hezbollah disarms, while Hezbollah MP Hassan Fadlallah warned implementation by force could lead to civil war, making the deal a major but fragile test of whether the Lebanon front can be separated from the wider U.S.-Iran settlement.", "lat": 38.9072, "lng": -77.0369, "tid": "israel-lebanon-us-framework-agreement-pilot-zones-jun26", "tn": "Israel-Lebanon framework deal", "dmg": 85, "cas": 0, "dl": "FRAMEWORK SIGNED — U.S., Israel and Lebanon set pilot zones tied to Hezbollah disarmament and Israeli redeployment", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Al Jazeera, June 26 — What is the framework agreement signed by Israel and Lebanon?", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/6/26/what-is-the-framework-agreement-signed-by-israel-and-lebanon" }, { "name": "Gulf News/AFP, June 27 — Lebanon framework signed as ceasefire strains", "url": "https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-strikes-iran-as-fragile-ceasefire-comes-under-strain-1.500588511" }, { "name": "The Hindu/Reuters live, June 27 — Key points from U.S.-Israel-Lebanon agreement", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-war-iran-us-conflict-washington-tehran-ceasefire-strait-of-hormuz-israel-lebanon-peace-deal-live-updates-june-27-2026/article71153161.ece" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-26", "time": "late Friday", "side": "us", "title": "CENTCOM strikes Iranian missile, drone and coastal radar sites after Ever Lovely attack", "detail": "U.S. Central Command said American forces struck Iranian missile and drone storage locations and coastal radar positions after Washington accused Tehran of attacking the Singapore-flagged Ever Lovely while it transited the Strait of Hormuz. CENTCOM called the operation a response to 'unwarranted aggression against commercial shipping' that 'clearly violated the ceasefire,' while Iranian media reported an explosion near Taherouyeh pier in Sirik and said port operations continued without reported facility damage. The strikes turned the Ever Lovely incident from a maritime-security dispute into the sharpest kinetic test yet of the June 17 U.S.-Iran memorandum and the Oman-IMO safe-passage route.", "lat": 26.521, "lng": 57.103, "tid": "centcom-strikes-iran-radar-missile-drone-sites-ever-lovely-jun26", "tn": "U.S. strikes Iranian coastal sites", "dmg": 90, "cas": 0, "dl": "U.S. STRIKES IRAN — CENTCOM hits missile, drone and coastal radar sites after Ever Lovely attack", "dc": "dmg-military", "sources": [ { "name": "Al Jazeera/AFP, June 27 — Iran and US trade blame for attacks threatening fragile ceasefire", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/6/27/iran-and-us-trade-blame-for-attacks-threatening-fragile-ceasefire" }, { "name": "Gulf News/AFP, June 27 — US strikes Iran sites after cargo ship attack", "url": "https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-strikes-iran-as-fragile-ceasefire-comes-under-strain-1.500588511" }, { "name": "ISW/CTP Iran Update Special Report, June 26 — CENTCOM struck Iranian missile, drone storage and coastal radar sites", "url": "https://understandingwar.org/research/middle-east/iran-update-special-report-june-26-2026/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-27", "time": "morning", "side": "iran", "title": "Iran says it struck U.S.-linked Gulf targets after American attacks on its southern coast", "detail": "Iranian state media and the Foreign Ministry said Iran struck targets linked to U.S. forces in the Gulf in retaliation for the American strikes on Iranian coastal surveillance, missile and drone sites, accusing Washington of violating both the U.N. Charter and the war-ending memorandum. Iran did not identify the targets or their locations, but the IRGC warned that any repeated aggression would bring a broader response, while Vice President JD Vance warned that further Iranian violence would be met with violence. The exchange of fire left the ceasefire intact only politically and made safe passage through Hormuz dependent on rapid de-escalation rather than the memorandum alone.", "lat": 26.2235, "lng": 50.5876, "tid": "iran-strikes-us-linked-gulf-targets-after-centcom-attacks-jun27", "tn": "Iran retaliation against U.S.-linked Gulf targets", "dmg": 85, "cas": 0, "dl": "RETALIATORY STRIKES — Iran says it hit U.S.-linked Gulf targets and warns response will broaden if attacks recur", "dc": "dmg-military", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu/Reuters live, June 27 — Iran says it struck U.S.-linked targets in response to U.S. attacks", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-war-iran-us-conflict-washington-tehran-ceasefire-strait-of-hormuz-israel-lebanon-peace-deal-live-updates-june-27-2026/article71153161.ece" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera/AFP, June 27 — IRGC says it hit US sites in the Gulf in retaliation", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/6/27/iran-and-us-trade-blame-for-attacks-threatening-fragile-ceasefire" }, { "name": "Hindustan Times live, June 27 — Iran says it struck US-linked targets after US attacks", "url": "https://www.hindustantimes.com/world-news/us-iran-war-live-updates-fresh-strikes-irgc-strait-of-hormuz-israel-lebanon-donald-trump-missile-strikes-crude-oil-price-101782521170583.html" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-28", "time": "early Sunday", "side": "us", "title": "U.S. says it struck 10 Iranian military targets as Hormuz ceasefire frays", "detail": "U.S. Central Command said American aircraft struck 10 Iranian military targets at multiple locations after another attack on commercial shipping near the Strait of Hormuz, broadening the earlier response from coastal radar and storage sites to surveillance infrastructure, communications systems, air-defence sites, drone storage facilities and minelayer capabilities. President Donald Trump said the targets were hit for violating the ceasefire agreement again and warned that Washington could be forced to “complete the job” if Iran did not comply. Iran condemned the Sunday morning strikes on monitoring and surveillance facilities along its southern coast as a violation of the interim war-ending deal, leaving the truce dependent on whether the two sides can stop the new escalation cycle.", "lat": 26.521, "lng": 57.103, "tid": "us-strikes-10-iranian-military-targets-hormuz-ceasefire-jun28", "tn": "U.S. strikes 10 Iranian targets", "dmg": 95, "cas": 0, "dl": "CEASEFIRE FRAYS — U.S. says aircraft hit 10 Iranian military targets after renewed Hormuz shipping attack", "dc": "dmg-military", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu/AP-Reuters live, June 28 — U.S. military says it struck 10 targets in Iran", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-war-iran-us-conflict-israel-lebanon-strikes-tehran-washington-ceasefire-live-updates-june-28-2026/article71156840.ece" }, { "name": "CBS News live, June 27/28 — CENTCOM says U.S. conducts more strikes on Iranian targets", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/us-iran-war-israel-hezbollah-strait-of-hormuz-peace-deal-talks/" }, { "name": "Gulf News live, June 28 — U.S. forces hit 10 Iranian military sites after tanker attack", "url": "https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-launches-fresh-strikes-on-iran-after-tanker-attack-1.500589408" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-28", "time": "02:00-03:00 local", "side": "iran", "title": "IRGC launches missile and drone strikes on U.S. bases in Kuwait and Bahrain", "detail": "Iran’s Revolutionary Guards said their naval and aerospace forces launched a joint missile and drone operation against Ali Al Salem Air Base in Kuwait and the U.S. Fifth Fleet headquarters at Port Salman in Bahrain, claiming they destroyed eight important U.S. military facilities in retaliation for the new American strikes on Iran. Kuwait said its air defences engaged hostile missile and drone attacks and later reported intercepting two ballistic missiles with no casualties or material damage, while Bahrain said its defences intercepted Iranian missiles and drones, sounded air-raid sirens for a second time, and reported damage to a residential building but no casualties. The attacks put two U.S.-allied Gulf states directly into the ceasefire crisis and prompted Bahrain to seek an emergency U.N. Security Council session.", "lat": 26.205, "lng": 50.608, "tid": "irgc-strikes-us-bases-kuwait-bahrain-ali-al-salem-fifth-fleet-jun28", "tn": "IRGC strikes Kuwait and Bahrain bases", "dmg": 100, "cas": 0, "dl": "GULF BASES HIT — Iran says missiles and drones struck Ali Al Salem and U.S. Fifth Fleet sites; Kuwait and Bahrain intercept attacks", "dc": "dmg-military", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu/AP-AFP live, June 28 — Iran targets Bahrain, Kuwait with drones and missiles", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-war-iran-us-conflict-israel-lebanon-strikes-tehran-washington-ceasefire-live-updates-june-28-2026/article71156840.ece" }, { "name": "CBS News/AFP live, June 28 — Iran says it carried out strikes against U.S. military sites in Kuwait, Bahrain", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/us-iran-war-israel-hezbollah-strait-of-hormuz-peace-deal-talks/" }, { "name": "Hindustan Times live, June 28 — Bahrain and Kuwait condemn Iranian strikes; Iran says it struck eight U.S. installations", "url": "https://www.hindustantimes.com/world-news/us-iran-war-news-live-updates-strikes-air-raid-sirens-kuwait-bharain-strait-of-hormuz-donald-trump-araghchi-ceasefire-101782607555553.html" }, { "name": "Gulf News live, June 28 — Bahrain seeks UNSC session; Kuwait intercepts missiles", "url": "https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-launches-fresh-strikes-on-iran-after-tanker-attack-1.500589408" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-28", "time": "Sunday morning", "side": "israel", "title": "Israel strikes Hezbollah fighters and rocket launcher in south Lebanon after framework deal", "detail": "The Israeli military said it killed Hezbollah fighters armed with rocket-propelled grenades and dismantled a rocket launcher in the Nabatieh area of southern Lebanon, two days after the U.S.-brokered Israel-Lebanon framework agreement was signed and one day after Hezbollah denounced the deal as null and humiliating. Lebanese state media separately reported an Israeli airstrike near Deir Seryan and Taybeh. The post-agreement strikes showed that Israel was still enforcing its southern Lebanon security zone and treating Hezbollah positions as active threats, while Hezbollah’s rejection kept the Lebanon track tied to the wider Iran war rather than a clean ceasefire.", "lat": 33.377, "lng": 35.483, "tid": "israel-strikes-hezbollah-nabatieh-after-lebanon-framework-jun28", "tn": "Israel strikes Hezbollah after deal", "dmg": 75, "cas": 0, "dl": "LEBANON DEAL TESTED — Israel says it killed Hezbollah fighters and struck a launcher near Nabatieh after framework agreement", "dc": "dmg-military", "sources": [ { "name": "The National, June 28 — Israel attacks Hezbollah targets after peace deal with Lebanon", "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/news/mena/2026/06/28/israel-attacks-hezbollah-targets-after-peace-deal-with-lebanon/" }, { "name": "The Hindu/Reuters-AFP live, June 28 — Israeli military says it killed Hezbollah militants and attacked a launcher", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-war-iran-us-conflict-israel-lebanon-strikes-tehran-washington-ceasefire-live-updates-june-28-2026/article71156840.ece" }, { "name": "Hindustan Times live, June 28 — Israel kills Hezbollah militants in south Lebanon days after interim peace deal", "url": "https://www.hindustantimes.com/world-news/us-iran-war-news-live-updates-strikes-air-raid-sirens-kuwait-bharain-strait-of-hormuz-donald-trump-araghchi-ceasefire-101782607555553.html" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-29", "time": "early Monday", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "U.S. and Iran agree to stand down and resume Hormuz talks in Doha", "detail": "U.S. officials told AFP, Axios and CNN that Washington and Tehran agreed to stop attacking each other after the weekend exchange of U.S. strikes on Iranian military sites and Iranian missile-and-drone attacks on U.S. bases in Kuwait and Bahrain. One official said both sides would 'stand down for now' and that vessels could move freely while technical talks continue on the June 17 memorandum of understanding. The officials said the next round was expected in Doha on June 30 to address the dispute over the Strait of Hormuz, making the pause the main diplomatic effort to keep the interim peace deal from collapsing.", "lat": 25.2854, "lng": 51.531, "tid": "us-iran-stand-down-doha-hormuz-talks-jun29", "tn": "Doha Hormuz stand-down talks", "dmg": 90, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRIKES PAUSED — U.S. and Iran say they will stand down while Doha talks address Hormuz dispute", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu/AFP, June 29 — U.S. says Iran talks to continue, both sides pausing strikes", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/us-iran-agree-to-halt-strikes-doha-talks-this-week-report-updates/article71159846.ece" }, { "name": "The Hindu live, June 29 — U.S., Iran agree to pause attacks and meet in Qatar", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-war-iran-us-conflict-israel-lebanon-strikes-ceasefire-live-updates-june-29-2026/article71159879.ece" }, { "name": "Reuters via The Tribune, June 29 — Iran, U.S. agree to halt attacks after days of escalation", "url": "https://www.tribuneindia.com/news/world/iran-us-agree-to-halt-attacks-after-days-of-escalation-hold-strait-of-hormuz-talks-in-qatar/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-29", "time": "morning", "side": "iran", "title": "Iran warns ships not to bypass its chosen Strait of Hormuz route", "detail": "Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned that any shipping arrangement separate from Iran's preferred Strait of Hormuz corridor would complicate the reopening of the waterway and increase regional tensions. The warning followed Oman's announcement of an alternative route close to its coast under the International Maritime Organization evacuation effort, while dozens of vessels had used the Omani side to avoid Iran's route. The IRGC said it was taking measures to control traffic and would deal more firmly with vessels violating those measures, keeping maritime coercion at the center of the U.S.-Iran stand-down talks.", "lat": 26.55, "lng": 56.35, "tid": "iran-warns-ships-not-to-bypass-chosen-hormuz-route-jun29", "tn": "Hormuz route warning", "dmg": 80, "cas": 0, "dl": "HORMUZ WARNING — Tehran says ships bypassing Iran's route risk delays and higher tensions", "dc": "dmg-economic", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu/AFP, June 29 — Iran warns ships not to bypass its chosen Hormuz route", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-warns-ships-not-to-bypass-its-chosen-hormuz-route/article71159031.ece" }, { "name": "The Hindu live, June 29 — Iran warns ships not to bypass its chosen Hormuz route", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-war-iran-us-conflict-israel-lebanon-strikes-ceasefire-live-updates-june-29-2026/article71159879.ece" }, { "name": "ISW/CTP Iran Update Special Report, June 28 — Iran seeks to assert sovereignty over Strait of Hormuz", "url": "https://understandingwar.org/research/middle-east/iran-update-special-report-june-28-2026/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-29", "time": "midday", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "Iran and Oman hold first Hormuz Joint Committee meeting in Muscat", "detail": "Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi said he met Oman's Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Abdulaziz Al-Hinai in Muscat for the first Iran-Oman Joint Committee meeting on the Strait of Hormuz. The sides reviewed current Strait issues and discussed future management under paragraph five of the Islamabad memorandum of understanding and the sovereign rights of coastal states. The meeting operationalized the MoU clause requiring Iran to discuss Hormuz administration with Oman and Gulf littoral states, even as Washington and Tehran prepared separate Doha talks over free navigation.", "lat": 23.588, "lng": 58.3829, "tid": "iran-oman-first-hormuz-joint-committee-muscat-jun29", "tn": "Iran-Oman Hormuz committee", "dmg": 75, "cas": 0, "dl": "HORMUZ COMMITTEE — Iran and Oman open joint talks on future management of the strait", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu live, June 29 — Iranian and Omani ministers hold first Hormuz Joint Committee meeting", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-war-iran-us-conflict-israel-lebanon-strikes-ceasefire-live-updates-june-29-2026/article71159879.ece" }, { "name": "The Hindu/AFP, June 29 — U.S. says Iran talks to continue, both sides pausing strikes", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/us-iran-agree-to-halt-strikes-doha-talks-this-week-report-updates/article71159846.ece" }, { "name": "ISW/CTP Iran Update Special Report, June 28 — MoU calls for Hormuz dialogue with Oman and Gulf states", "url": "https://understandingwar.org/research/middle-east/iran-update-special-report-june-28-2026/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-29", "time": "early morning", "side": "israel", "title": "Israel destroys 200-meter Hezbollah tunnel at Majdal Zoun after Lebanon framework deal", "detail": "Israel's prime minister and defence minister said the military destroyed a Hezbollah tunnel in Majdal Zoun, southern Lebanon, after informing the United States ahead of the attack. The 200-meter tunnel reportedly contained hundreds of weapons and several launch shafts intended to target Israel, and the strike came hours after Israeli forces said they hit Hezbollah fighters and a rocket launcher near Nabatieh. Netanyahu and Katz said Israeli forces would remain in the southern Lebanon security zone and continue destroying Hezbollah infrastructure despite the new U.S.-brokered Israel-Lebanon framework agreement.", "lat": 33.1512, "lng": 35.227, "tid": "israel-destroys-hezbollah-majdal-zoun-tunnel-jun29", "tn": "Majdal Zoun Hezbollah tunnel", "dmg": 80, "cas": 0, "dl": "HEZBOLLAH TUNNEL DESTROYED — Israel says 200m Majdal Zoun tunnel held weapons and launch shafts", "dc": "dmg-military", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu/Reuters, June 29 — Israel destroys Hezbollah underground infrastructure in southern Lebanon", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/israel-destroys-hezbollah-underground-infrastructure-in-southern-lebanon/article71159206.ece" }, { "name": "The Hindu live, June 29 — Israel destroys Hezbollah underground infrastructure in southern Lebanon", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-war-iran-us-conflict-israel-lebanon-strikes-ceasefire-live-updates-june-29-2026/article71159879.ece" }, { "name": "ISW/CTP Iran Update Special Report, June 28 — Israeli operations in southern Lebanon after framework agreement", "url": "https://understandingwar.org/research/middle-east/iran-update-special-report-june-28-2026/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-29", "time": "late Monday", "side": "other", "title": "Iran denies U.S. talks are scheduled but sends Doha experts for MoU implementation", "detail": "Iran's Foreign Ministry denied President Donald Trump's claim that a U.S.-Iran meeting was scheduled in Doha, saying no negotiations with the United States were planned in the coming days and that an Iranian expert delegation traveling to Qatar was focused on implementing the memorandum of understanding rather than meeting U.S. officials. President Masoud Pezeshkian said Iran would fulfill its commitments if Washington adhered to the deal and said Qatar would release $6 billion in frozen Iranian funds. The public contradiction between Washington's account of talks and Tehran's denial narrowed the June 29 stand-down into a disputed technical process rather than a confirmed political negotiation.", "lat": 25.2854, "lng": 51.531, "tid": "iran-denies-us-doha-talks-sends-experts-mou-funds-jun29", "tn": "Iran denies Doha talks", "dmg": 80, "cas": 0, "dl": "DOHA DISPUTE — Tehran denies U.S. talks are scheduled while sending experts to Qatar for MoU and frozen-funds follow-up", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Al Jazeera/Reuters live, June 30 — Tehran denies Trump's claim of meeting in Doha", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2026/6/30/iran-war-live-tehran-denies-trumps-claims-of-meeting-in-doha" }, { "name": "The Hindu/Reuters live, June 30 — Iran says expert delegation heading to Doha; no U.S. negotiation talks planned", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-war-iran-us-conflict-israel-lebanon-strikes-ceasefire-live-updates-june-29-2026/article71159879.ece" }, { "name": "Fox News/AP-Reuters live, June 29 — Iran denies talks as White House says envoys will go to Doha", "url": "https://www.foxnews.com/live-news/us-iran-peace-talks-hormuz-qatar-june-29" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-29", "time": "late Monday", "side": "other", "title": "Qatar suspends non-commercial sailing and fishing after Gulf escalation", "detail": "Qatar's Transport Ministry temporarily suspended sailing, fishing boats, jet skis and other non-commercial maritime activity until further notice, while exempting commercial shipping and vessels covered by international conventions. The ministry framed the step as a security precaution coordinated with security authorities, and Reuters-linked live coverage noted it followed Qatar's report that one of its nationals died from shrapnel after his vessel went missing amid regional military operations. The order widened the practical effect of the Hormuz and Gulf escalation beyond tanker traffic to civilian coastal activity around Qatar.", "lat": 25.35, "lng": 51.6, "tid": "qatar-suspends-noncommercial-maritime-activity-gulf-escalation-jun29", "tn": "Qatar maritime suspension", "dmg": 65, "cas": 1, "dl": "GULF MARITIME CURBS — Qatar halts sailing and fishing activity after regional military operations kill one Qatari at sea", "dc": "dmg-economic", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu/Reuters live, June 29 — Qatar advises temporary suspension of sailing and fishing", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-war-iran-us-conflict-israel-lebanon-strikes-ceasefire-live-updates-june-29-2026/article71159879.ece" }, { "name": "Middle East Monitor/Anadolu, June 29 — Qatar suspends non-commercial maritime activities as security precaution", "url": "https://www.middleeastmonitor.com/20260629-qatar-suspends-non-commercial-maritime-activities-as-security-precaution/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-29", "time": "evening", "side": "iran", "title": "Iran rejects French role in Strait of Hormuz mine clearance", "detail": "Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi said mine clearance in the Strait of Hormuz would be carried out solely by Iran and warned France not to complicate the situation after President Emmanuel Macron said France would work with partners on demining the waterway. Gharibabadi also said Iran and Oman had authority over future management of the strait, that arrangements would not return to the pre-war status quo, and that Iran's priority was reaching a bilateral arrangement with Oman. The statement sharpened the sovereignty dispute over Hormuz by extending Tehran's objections from shipping routes to mine-clearance operations themselves.", "lat": 26.55, "lng": 56.35, "tid": "iran-rejects-france-hormuz-demining-role-jun29", "tn": "Hormuz demining dispute", "dmg": 75, "cas": 0, "dl": "DEMINE DISPUTE — Iran says only it may clear Hormuz mines and warns France against involvement", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Xinhua, June 29 — Iran and Oman in charge of Hormuz management; France should stay out of demining", "url": "https://english.news.cn/20260630/276c1dc896b9456199e9e62c6e879a13/c.html" }, { "name": "The Hindu/Reuters live, June 29 — De-mining of Hormuz to be carried out only by Iran, deputy foreign minister says", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-war-iran-us-conflict-israel-lebanon-strikes-ceasefire-live-updates-june-29-2026/article71159879.ece" }, { "name": "Fox News live, June 29 — Iran warns France over Strait of Hormuz demining effort", "url": "https://www.foxnews.com/live-news/us-iran-peace-talks-hormuz-qatar-june-29" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-29", "time": "evening", "side": "other", "title": "Iraq sets September 30 deadline for pro-Iran armed groups to disarm", "detail": "Iraq's government said pro-Iran armed factions had until September 30 to disarm, matching the scheduled end of the U.S.-led coalition mission, and warned that weapons outside state control after that date would face legal action. Government spokesman Haidar al-Aboudi announced the deadline ahead of Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi's U.S. visit, while Zaidi said confining arms to the state was already being implemented. The move targeted militias that had intervened for Tehran during the war by striking U.S. facilities in Iraq and targets in Gulf countries, making Iraq's internal disarmament deadline part of the wider U.S.-Iran de-escalation track.", "lat": 33.3152, "lng": 44.3661, "tid": "iraq-september-30-deadline-pro-iran-groups-disarm-jun29", "tn": "Iraq militia disarm deadline", "dmg": 70, "cas": 0, "dl": "PROXY DISARMAMENT — Baghdad gives pro-Iran groups until Sept. 30 to hand weapons to the state", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Times of Israel/AFP, June 29 — Iraq gives pro-Iran militias until Sept. 30 to dissolve", "url": "https://www.timesofisrael.com/iraq-gives-pro-iran-militias-until-sept-30-to-dissolve/" }, { "name": "The Hindu/AFP live, June 29 — Iraq sets September 30 deadline for pro-Iran groups to disarm", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-war-iran-us-conflict-israel-lebanon-strikes-ceasefire-live-updates-june-29-2026/article71159879.ece" }, { "name": "ISW/CTP Iran Update Special Report, June 29 — Iraq disarmament deadline and Iran-backed factions", "url": "https://understandingwar.org/research/middle-east/iran-update-special-report-june-29-2026/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-06-30", "time": "dawn", "side": "israel", "title": "Israel strikes Deir Seryan and shells south Lebanon despite framework accord", "detail": "Lebanese state media said Israeli aircraft struck the southern border town of Deir Seryan at dawn and, a day earlier, hit the area between Qantara and Deir Seryan; it also reported Israeli artillery fire around Haddatha and Deir Seryan and drones dropping stun grenades. Xinhua, citing Lebanon's National News Agency, said no casualties were immediately reported and noted that Israel had separately said it struck Hezbollah command centers, dismantled a launcher and destroyed a tunnel in response to alleged ceasefire violations. The continued strikes showed the U.S.-mediated Israel-Lebanon framework agreement had not stopped tactical Israeli operations in the southern security zone.", "lat": 33.273, "lng": 35.485, "tid": "israel-strikes-deir-seryan-qantara-south-lebanon-framework-jun30", "tn": "Deir Seryan strikes", "dmg": 70, "cas": 0, "dl": "FRAMEWORK STRAINED — Israel strikes Deir Seryan/Qantara area and shells south Lebanon after framework accord", "dc": "dmg-military", "sources": [ { "name": "Naharnet/NNA, June 30 — Israeli strike hits Deir Seryan", "url": "https://www.naharnet.com/stories/en/320992-israeli-strike-hits-deir-seryan" }, { "name": "Xinhua/NNA, June 29 — Israel continues attacks on southern Lebanon despite framework agreement", "url": "https://english.news.cn/20260630/c2a4a31f881745f3b69c671d1e7d64cd/c.html" }, { "name": "The Hindu/AFP live, June 30 — Lebanon state media says Israeli strike hits south", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-war-iran-us-conflict-israel-lebanon-strikes-ceasefire-live-updates-june-29-2026/article71159879.ece" } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-01", "time": "morning", "side": "iran", "title": "Foreign container ship runs aground after avoiding Iran-designated Hormuz route", "detail": "Iranian state television said a foreign container ship ran aground in shallow water in the Strait of Hormuz after failing to use the corridor approved by Iranian authorities. The report identified no vessel name, but AP said Tehran framed the incident as proof that ships must obey IRGC routing instructions through the waterway. The episode underscored Iran's postwar effort to turn route control and future passage fees into leverage even while the interim U.S.-Iran deal temporarily allows ships to pass uncharged for 60 days.", "lat": 26.55, "lng": 56.35, "tid": "foreign-container-ship-aground-non-designated-hormuz-route-jul1", "tn": "Hormuz grounding", "dmg": 75, "cas": 0, "dl": "HORMUZ ROUTE ENFORCEMENT — Iran says ship grounded after ignoring IRGC-designated corridor", "dc": "dmg-economic", "sources": [ { "name": "AP, July 1 — A ship ran aground in Strait of Hormuz, Iran says", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/iran-us-war-strait-of-hormuz-july-1-2026-de0729197bc7b9d3ee9e543d94c18fbe" }, { "name": "Times of Israel live, July 1 — Iran state media says container ship ran aground after non-designated route", "url": "https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog-july-1-2026/" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera live, July 1 — Tehran says Hormuz is its greatest instrument of power", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2026/7/1/iran-war-live-qatars-pm-meets-us-envoys-tehran-holds-firm-on-conditions" } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-01", "time": "morning", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "U.S. and Iranian officials open indirect technical Doha talks on war-ending MoU", "detail": "A diplomat told AFP that U.S. and Iranian officials would hold lower-level indirect technical talks in Doha with Qatari and Pakistani mediators on implementing the memorandum of understanding intended to permanently end the war. Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff met Qatar's prime minister on June 30 but were not joining the technical talks, while Tehran continued to deny any direct negotiation with the United States and said Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi would focus on MoU clauses, frozen assets, Hormuz and Lebanon-related implementation issues. The meeting kept the stand-down alive but highlighted the gap between Washington's claim of ongoing talks and Tehran's insistence on mediator-only contact.", "lat": 25.2854, "lng": 51.531, "tid": "us-iran-indirect-technical-doha-mou-talks-jul1", "tn": "Doha technical talks", "dmg": 80, "cas": 0, "dl": "DOHA TALKS — U.S. and Iran use mediators for MoU implementation while Tehran rejects direct negotiations", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Channel NewsAsia/AFP, July 1 — U.S., Iran officials to hold indirect talks in Doha", "url": "https://www.channelnewsasia.com/world/us-iran-officials-qatar-indirect-talks-6224371" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera, July 1 — U.S.-Iran negotiations: What's the latest?", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/7/1/us-iran-negotiations-whats-the-latest" }, { "name": "Times of Israel live, July 1 — U.S., Iran officials to hold indirect technical talks in Doha", "url": "https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog-july-1-2026/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-01", "time": "morning", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "CENTCOM-IRGC deconfliction channel in Doha opens and is already used", "detail": "U.S. officials said a direct deconfliction channel between U.S. Central Command and Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps had opened in Doha and had already been used by both sides. Vice President JD Vance said Iran agreed to send an IRGC representative to sit with a CENTCOM counterpart in Qatar to settle disputes, while the Wall Street Journal-linked reporting said President Donald Trump had reviewed options for resuming all-out war but was choosing diplomacy and limited one-off strikes for now. The channel gave Washington and Tehran a military-to-military backstop for Hormuz and Lebanon disputes despite the IRGC's U.S. terrorist designation and Israel's objections to Iranian involvement in Lebanon deconfliction.", "lat": 25.2854, "lng": 51.531, "tid": "centcom-irgc-doha-deconfliction-channel-open-used-jul1", "tn": "CENTCOM-IRGC Doha channel", "dmg": 85, "cas": 0, "dl": "DIRECT CHANNEL — CENTCOM and IRGC representatives use Doha deconfliction line as Trump holds off wider war", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Jerusalem Post/Wall Street Journal, July 1 — Trump weighed return to all-out war; deconfliction channel open and used", "url": "https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/article-901026" }, { "name": "Times of Israel, June 30 — Vance says IRGC and CENTCOM reps will sit together in Doha", "url": "https://www.timesofisrael.com/vance-us-iran-deconfliction-cell-has-irgc-centcom-reps-hanging-out-in-doha/" }, { "name": "ISW/CTP Iran Update Special Report, June 30 — U.S. deconfliction mechanisms and CENTCOM monitoring", "url": "https://understandingwar.org/research/middle-east/iran-update-special-report-june-30-2026/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-01", "time": "midday", "side": "israel", "title": "Israel sanctions 37 IRGC crypto wallets tied to Hezbollah and proxy funding", "detail": "Defense Minister Israel Katz signed sanctions orders against 37 cryptocurrency wallets that Israel said were part of an IRGC financing network for Hezbollah and other Iranian-backed proxy groups. Israel's Defense Ministry said the wallets held about NIS 24 million and that the network had transferred tens of millions of dollars to armed organizations over several years. The action extended Israel's campaign against the Iranian axis into financial infrastructure while Hezbollah seeks funding after heavy battlefield losses in Lebanon.", "lat": 31.7683, "lng": 35.2137, "tid": "israel-sanctions-irgc-crypto-wallets-proxy-funding-jul1", "tn": "IRGC crypto sanctions", "dmg": 65, "cas": 0, "dl": "FINANCING TARGETED — Israel sanctions 37 IRGC crypto wallets allegedly feeding Hezbollah and other proxies", "dc": "dmg-economic", "sources": [ { "name": "Jerusalem Post, July 1 — Israel sanctions IRGC-linked crypto accounts funneling millions to Hezbollah", "url": "https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/article-901046" }, { "name": "Israel National News, July 1 — Israel hits IRGC crypto funding network", "url": "https://www.israelnationalnews.com/news/429466" }, { "name": "Times of Israel live, July 1 — Katz sanctions IRGC cryptocurrency wallets meant to fund terror", "url": "https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog-july-1-2026/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-01", "time": "midday", "side": "israel", "title": "Netanyahu says Israel will stay in southern Lebanon until Hezbollah threat is removed", "detail": "During a visit to Israeli troops in southern Lebanon, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told Iran and Hezbollah to 'get out of here' and said Israeli forces would not leave the security zone until Hezbollah was disarmed and the threat to Israel removed. He framed the U.S.-backed Israel-Lebanon framework agreement as a blow to the Iranian axis but warned it would not necessarily go unchallenged, while Defense Minister Israel Katz said Israel had prepared target banks inside Iran if Tehran launched missiles to defend Hezbollah. The remarks signaled that Israel's Lebanon posture would remain coercive even as U.S.-Iran MoU implementation talks continued in Doha.", "lat": 33.25, "lng": 35.45, "tid": "netanyahu-southern-lebanon-visit-iran-hezbollah-get-out-jul1", "tn": "Southern Lebanon warning", "dmg": 75, "cas": 0, "dl": "SECURITY ZONE HELD — Netanyahu tells Iran and Hezbollah to leave and says Israel will stay until threat removed", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "JNS, July 1 — Netanyahu tells Hezbollah, Iran to 'get out of here' during Southern Lebanon visit", "url": "https://www.jns.org/news/israel-news/during-southern-lebanon-visit-netanyahu-tells-hezbollah-iran-to-get-out-of-here" }, { "name": "Soufan Center IntelBrief, July 1 — Israel-Lebanon agreement intersects U.S.-Iran conflict", "url": "https://thesoufancenter.org/intelbrief-2026-july-1/" }, { "name": "ISW/CTP Iran Update Special Report, June 30 — Framework agreement and Iran's Lebanon objections", "url": "https://understandingwar.org/research/middle-east/iran-update-special-report-june-30-2026/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-02", "time": "morning", "side": "iran", "title": "Iran threatens forceful response against tankers outside approved Hormuz routes", "detail": "Iran's Khatam al-Anbiya joint military command warned that oil tankers transiting the Strait of Hormuz must use Iranian-approved routes or face an immediate and forceful response. The statement, aired on Iranian state television, accused U.S. fighter patrols over the strait of creating insecurity and said any U.S. interference with security arrangements would be treated as a threat to Iranian sovereignty. The warning sharpened a key sticking point in U.S.-Iran talks after Washington, Gulf states and Tehran clashed over whether Iran can control shipping lanes and later charge passage fees in the waterway.", "lat": 26.5667, "lng": 56.25, "tid": "iran-warns-tankers-approved-hormuz-routes-jul2", "tn": "Hormuz route warning", "dmg": 80, "cas": 0, "dl": "FORCEFUL RESPONSE THREAT — Iran says tankers outside approved Hormuz routes risk immediate military action", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "AP via KRMG, July 2 — Iran warns oil tankers to use approved Hormuz routes or face forceful response", "url": "https://krmg.com/2026/07/02/iran-warns-oil-tankers-to-use-approved-routes-in-strait-of-hormuz-or-face-a-forceful-response/" }, { "name": "AP via 2 News, July 2 — Khatam al-Anbiya command issues Hormuz route threat", "url": "https://www.2news.com/news/national/iran-warns-oil-tankers-to-use-approved-routes-in-strait-of-hormuz-or-face-a/article_fd239cfb-5fe5-5ec3-9307-39a1b2c44fad.html" }, { "name": "NPR/AP, July 2 — Hormuz route dispute remains central to U.S.-Iran talks", "url": "https://www.nprillinois.org/2026-07-02/u-s-and-iran-hold-separate-meetings-in-qatar-and-agree-to-continue-discussions" } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-02", "time": "morning", "side": "iran", "title": "Iran warns U.S. and Israel against attacks during Khamenei funeral period", "detail": "Ali Abdollahi, commander of Iran's Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters, warned the United States and Israel not to attack Iran as funeral processions for former supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei approached. State media carried his threat of harsh retaliation against any aggression during ceremonies scheduled to begin July 4 in Tehran and conclude July 9 with burial in Mashhad, while Iranian authorities prepared temporary airspace restrictions over several cities. The warning followed Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz's statement that current Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei was marked for death, adding a leadership-security flashpoint to already fragile de-escalation talks.", "lat": 35.6892, "lng": 51.389, "tid": "iran-warns-us-israel-khamenei-funeral-attacks-jul2", "tn": "Funeral retaliation warning", "dmg": 70, "cas": 0, "dl": "FUNERAL WARNING — Iranian commander threatens harsh retaliation if U.S. or Israel attack during Khamenei ceremonies", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters via Straits Times, July 2 — Iran warns U.S., Israel against attacks ahead of Khamenei funeral processions", "url": "https://www.straitstimes.com/world/middle-east/iran-warns-us-israel-against-attacks-ahead-of-funeral-processions-for-khamenei" }, { "name": "Reuters via Internazionale, July 2 — Iran warns U.S. and Israel ahead of funeral processions", "url": "https://www.internazionale.it/ultime-notizie-reuters/2026/07/02/iran-warns-us-israel-against-attacks-ahead-of-funeral-processions-for-khamenei" } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-02", "time": "morning", "side": "israel", "title": "Katz says Israel will hold Lebanon, Syria and Gaza security zones indefinitely", "detail": "Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz said the IDF would remain in security zones in Lebanon, Syria and Gaza for an unlimited period and that there would be no redeployment in southern Lebanon until Hezbollah was disarmed and northern Israeli residents were secured. Katz framed the posture as a strategic blow to the Iranian axis, said Israel had already struck Iran twice with proactive preemptive attacks, and warned that Iran would face full-force strikes if it attacked Israeli forces over Lebanon. The statement hardened Israel's position after Netanyahu's southern Lebanon visit and complicated U.S.-Iran efforts to link Lebanon de-escalation with Hormuz and sanctions issues.", "lat": 33.25, "lng": 35.45, "tid": "katz-indefinite-security-zones-lebanon-syria-gaza-jul2", "tn": "Indefinite security zones", "dmg": 75, "cas": 0, "dl": "NO WITHDRAWAL TIMETABLE — Katz says IDF will hold security zones indefinitely until Hezbollah is disarmed", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Jerusalem Post, July 1/updated — Netanyahu, Katz say IDF will stay in Lebanon until Hezbollah disarms", "url": "https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/defense-news/article-901080" }, { "name": "Middle East Monitor, July 2 — Israel to keep troops in Lebanon, Syria and Gaza indefinitely", "url": "https://www.middleeastmonitor.com/20260702-israel-to-keep-troops-in-lebanon-syria-and-gaza-indefinitely/" }, { "name": "Naharnet, July 2 — Katz says Iran prevented Hezbollah's collapse and cites no withdrawal from security zones", "url": "https://www.naharnet.com/stories/en/320990-katz-says-iran-prevented-hezbollah-s-collapse" } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-02", "time": "evening", "side": "iran", "title": "Bahrain tells UN Iran has carried out 808 attacks on Gulf civilian infrastructure", "detail": "Bahrain used an emergency UN Security Council session to accuse Iran of a sustained campaign of missile and drone attacks on Gulf civilian infrastructure since the war began on February 28. Foreign Minister Abdullatif Al Zayani said Bahrain had recorded 808 attacks — 203 ballistic missiles and 605 drones — despite a recent U.S.-brokered de-escalation memorandum, and said strikes had hit or threatened desalination, residential areas, Kuwait International Airport and the UAE's Barakah nuclear plant. Iran's UN ambassador countered that Bahrain and other Gulf states had enabled U.S.-Israeli attacks by allowing their territory and airspace to be used, while U.S. and Chinese envoys pressed Tehran over Hormuz shipping restrictions.", "lat": 26.2285, "lng": 50.586, "tid": "bahrain-un-808-iran-attacks-gulf-infrastructure-jul2", "tn": "Bahrain UN attack toll", "dmg": 85, "cas": 468, "dl": "808 ATTACKS ALLEGED — Bahrain tells UN Iran has fired 203 missiles and 605 drones at Gulf targets since Feb. 28", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "The National, July 3 — Bahrain accuses Iran of 808 attacks and warns of risks to Gulf security", "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/news/gulf/2026/07/03/bahrain-accuses-iran-of-808-attacks-and-warns-of-risks-to-gulf-security/" }, { "name": "UN News, July 2 — Security Council emergency meeting on Iranian attack in Bahrain", "url": "https://news.un.org/en/story/2026/07/1167860" }, { "name": "Iran International, July 2 — Bahrain tells UN Iran missile, drone attacks on its territory must stop", "url": "https://www.iranintl.com/en/202607022230" } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-03", "time": "early morning", "side": "iran", "title": "Khamenei's body arrives at Tehran Grand Mosalla as week-long funeral begins", "detail": "Iranian state media said the body of former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei arrived at Tehran's Grand Mosalla religious complex for the start of a week of funeral ceremonies delayed by the war. Foreign delegations and religious officials were expected before public processions through Tehran, Qom, Karbala, Najaf and Mashhad, while authorities prepared major shutdowns and airspace restrictions. IRGC commander Ahmad Vahidi, unseen publicly since before the war, appeared beside Khamenei's casket and in funeral-planning meetings, underscoring the event's role as a leadership-security showpiece while U.S.-Iran peace talks pause for the ceremonies.", "lat": 35.7248, "lng": 51.4194, "tid": "khamenei-body-arrives-grand-mosalla-funeral-begins-jul3", "tn": "Khamenei funeral begins", "dmg": 70, "cas": 0, "dl": "FUNERAL WEEK BEGINS — Khamenei's body reaches Tehran Grand Mosalla; ceremonies pause diplomacy and trigger security shutdowns", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News, July 3 — U.S.-Iran talks pause for slain ayatollah's funeral; Vahidi emerges", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/us-iran-war-trump-negotiations-pause-ayatollah-funeral/" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera, July 3 — Mapping Iran's Ali Khamenei funeral", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/7/3/mapping-irans-ali-khamenei-funeral-where-mourners-will-gather-each-day" }, { "name": "The Guardian, July 3 — Ali Khamenei's six-day funeral expected to draw millions", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/jul/03/ali-khamenei-six-day-funeral-millions-iran" } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-03", "time": "morning", "side": "hezbollah", "title": "Hezbollah clash near Bint Jbail severely wounds IDF reservist in Lebanon security zone", "detail": "The IDF said a reservist was severely wounded during a Thursday encounter with a Hezbollah fighter near Bint Jbail inside Israel's southern Lebanon security zone; two other soldiers were lightly wounded, according to Army Radio. Israeli forces fired into the area to isolate it and search for the attacker. The incident followed another Hezbollah attack earlier in the week that killed an IDF officer and wounded another soldier, keeping the Lebanon front active despite U.S.-backed ceasefire and war-ending negotiations tied to Iran.", "lat": 33.1197, "lng": 35.4333, "tid": "hezbollah-bint-jbail-idf-reservist-severely-wounded-jul3", "tn": "Bint Jbail clash", "dmg": 45, "cas": 3, "dl": "IDF RESERVIST SEVERELY WOUNDED — Hezbollah encounter near Bint Jbail triggers Israeli fire and searches", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "Jerusalem Post, July 3 — IDF reservist severely wounded near Bint Jbail", "url": "https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/defense-news/article-901309" }, { "name": "Jerusalem Post live updates, July 3 — IDF reservist severely wounded in Lebanon", "url": "https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/2026-07-03/live-updates-901305" } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-04", "time": "morning", "side": "iran", "title": "Iran opens public Khamenei funeral with mass Tehran mourning and revenge chants", "detail": "Iran formally opened dayslong public funeral ceremonies for former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei at Tehran's Imam Khomeini Grand Mosalla, displaying his coffin and those of four family members on a black platform as mourners filled the complex. State media and Reuters reported chants of 'Death to America' and 'Revenge, revenge,' while authorities planned to mobilize millions for processions through Tehran, Qom, Najaf, Karbala and Mashhad before Thursday burial. The ceremony turned the war's opening leadership strike into a major regime-mobilization event as talks remained paused and security restrictions stayed in force.", "lat": 35.7248, "lng": 51.4194, "tid": "iran-opens-public-khamenei-funeral-revenge-chants-jul4", "tn": "Khamenei public funeral", "dmg": 75, "cas": 0, "dl": "REVENGE CHANTS AT FUNERAL — Mass Tehran ceremony opens week of Khamenei processions as diplomacy pauses", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters via Jerusalem Post, July 4 — Iran opens Khamenei funeral ceremonies with calls for 'revenge, death to America'", "url": "https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/article-901377" }, { "name": "AP News, July 4 — Iran begins dayslong funeral for late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/khamenei-funeral-supreme-leader-iran-us-war-july-4-2026-f7168b934d457bdb8b8a2da855d1d03a" }, { "name": "Jerusalem Post live, July 4 — Foreign officials attend Khamenei's funeral; Iranian general warns Israel, US", "url": "https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/2026-07-04/live-updates-901374" } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-04", "time": "early morning", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "France and UK back Oman Hormuz corridor as France deploys minehunters", "detail": "France and the United Kingdom announced that they would work with Oman to restore safe transit through the Strait of Hormuz after Iran's route restrictions and mine threat kept shipping insecure. Macron and Starmer said Oman's sovereign waters should be safe for navigation and that the broader Multinational Military Mission could support freedom of navigation; Macron also said France had deployed two minehunters, two frigates and a maritime patrol aircraft to the region. The move internationalized enforcement of the June 17 U.S.-Iran memorandum's freedom-of-navigation provisions and challenged Tehran's effort to control Hormuz routing.", "lat": 26.5667, "lng": 56.25, "tid": "france-uk-oman-hormuz-safe-transit-minehunters-jul4", "tn": "Hormuz safe-transit push", "dmg": 80, "cas": 0, "dl": "MINEHUNTERS DEPLOYED — France and UK back Oman corridor to restore safe Hormuz transit despite Iranian route controls", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Jerusalem Post, July 4 — France, UK agree to work with Oman to restore safe transit through Strait of Hormuz", "url": "https://www.jpost.com/international/article-901368" }, { "name": "WION, July 4 — France deploys minehunters to secure the Strait of Hormuz shipping route", "url": "https://www.wionews.com/world/france-deploys-minehunters-to-secure-the-strait-of-hormuz-shipping-route-1783126782462" }, { "name": "Jerusalem Post live, July 4 — France has deployed minehunters in Hormuz, will withdraw aircraft carrier", "url": "https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/2026-07-04/live-updates-901374" } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-04", "time": "evening", "side": "iran", "title": "Iran envoy says 'friendly' states will get special Hormuz fee treatment", "detail": "Iran's ambassador to China, Abdolreza Rahmani Fazli, told Beijing's World Peace Forum that Tehran still intended to charge service fees for ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz after the current 60-day free-passage pause, while promising special treatment for countries that stood by Iran during the war. He said the fees would cover passage security, traffic supervision and environmental costs, and that Iran was working with Oman on new arrangements. The comments sharpened the dispute over whether the U.S.-Iran memorandum can restore nondiscriminatory freedom of navigation through the strait.", "lat": 26.5667, "lng": 56.25, "tid": "iran-envoy-friendly-states-hormuz-fee-treatment-jul4", "tn": "Hormuz fee plan", "dmg": 70, "cas": 0, "dl": "HORMUZ FEES DISPUTE — Iran says friendly states may get special treatment after 60-day free-passage pause", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News live, July 4 — Iranian ambassador to China says friendly nations to get special Strait of Hormuz fee treatment", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/us-iran-war-trump-negotiations-pause-ayatollah-funeral/" }, { "name": "Bloomberg via Spokesman-Review, July 4 — Iran’s envoy to China says Beijing to get Hormuz concessions", "url": "https://www.spokesman.com/stories/2026/jul/04/irans-envoy-to-china-says-beijing-to-get-hormuz-co/" }, { "name": "Gov.uk, July 3 — UK-France-Oman statement backs safe navigation through Strait of Hormuz", "url": "https://www.gov.uk/government/news/joint-statement-on-the-strait-of-hormuz-3-july-2026" } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-05", "time": "morning", "side": "iran", "title": "Khamenei funeral prayers draw huge Tehran crowds while successor stays hidden", "detail": "Iran held funeral prayers for former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei on the second day of ceremonies at Tehran's Imam Khomeini Grand Mosalla, with hundreds of thousands of mourners and senior officials present. Reuters, CBS and Al Jazeera reported renewed chants of revenge, 'Death to America' and calls to kill Trump and Netanyahu; the Tehran metro said it logged 7 million trips as crowds moved toward the complex. Three of Khamenei's sons prayed beside the coffins, but new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei remained out of sight because of assassination fears after reportedly being wounded in the February 28 strike, underscoring the regime's security concerns even during the state funeral.", "lat": 35.7248, "lng": 51.4194, "tid": "khamenei-funeral-prayers-mojtaba-absent-jul5", "tn": "Funeral prayers in Tehran", "dmg": 75, "cas": 0, "dl": "SUCCESSOR STAYS HIDDEN — Massive Tehran funeral prayers include revenge chants while Mojtaba Khamenei avoids public appearance", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters via Jerusalem Post, July 5 — Iranians chant 'kill Trump' as second day of Khamenei funeral continues", "url": "https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/article-901417" }, { "name": "CBS News live, July 5 — Supreme leader's brothers attend public funeral prayers; Mojtaba unseen", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/us-iran-war-trump-negotiations-pause-ayatollah-funeral/" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera live, July 5 — Millions mourn Khamenei; Trump says neither side will shoot during funeral proceedings", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2026/7/5/iran-war-live-huge-crowds-mourn-khamenei-trump-vows-calm-during-funeral" } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-05", "time": "morning", "side": "israel", "title": "Israel confirms wartime Iron Dome deployment to defend UAE from Iranian barrages", "detail": "Israeli Transportation Minister Miri Regev publicly confirmed that Israel sent an Iron Dome battery, interceptors and dozens of IDF personnel to the United Arab Emirates during the Iran war after a Netanyahu-Mohammed bin Zayed call. The system reportedly intercepted dozens of Iranian missiles fired toward the UAE, marking Iron Dome's first operational deployment outside Israel or the United States and highlighting unprecedented Israeli-Emirati wartime air-defense cooperation. The confirmation followed earlier foreign-sourced reports and comes as Gulf states assess defenses after Iran fired hundreds of missiles and thousands of drones at UAE targets during the conflict.", "lat": 24.4539, "lng": 54.3773, "tid": "israel-confirms-iron-dome-uae-deployment-jul5", "tn": "Iron Dome in UAE confirmed", "dmg": 60, "cas": 0, "dl": "IRON DOME IN UAE — Israel confirms wartime deployment that intercepted Iranian missiles over the Gulf state", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Jerusalem Post, July 5 — Israel sent Iron Dome system and team to UAE during recent Iran war, Miri Regev confirms", "url": "https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/article-901422" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera, May 12 — Israel sent Iron Dome anti-missile batteries and personnel to UAE, US envoy said", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/amp/news/2026/5/12/israel-sent-iron-dome-anti-missile-batteries-and-personnel-to-uae-us-envoy" }, { "name": "New York Times, May 1 — Israel said to have helped defend Emirates in Iran war with Iron Dome", "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/01/world/middleeast/israel-emirates-iron-dome.html" } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-05", "time": "afternoon", "side": "economic", "title": "Iran-Qatar maritime trade resumes on Dayyer-Al Ruwais route after five-month halt", "detail": "Iran's commercial attaché in Doha said maritime traffic between Iran's Dayyer port and Qatar's Al Ruwais port had resumed after roughly five months of suspension caused by the war. The route restart followed coordination between the Iranian embassy and Qatari authorities, with Reuters noting Dayyer had been hit several times during the conflict. Together with renewed customs clearance for Iranian goods at the UAE's Jebel Ali port, the reopening signaled a gradual recovery of Gulf commercial links even as Hormuz transit remains contested.", "lat": 25.4992, "lng": 51.5797, "tid": "iran-qatar-dayyer-al-ruwais-maritime-trade-resumes-jul5", "tn": "Iran-Qatar trade resumes", "dmg": 55, "cas": 0, "dl": "GULF TRADE RESTART — Iran-Qatar Dayyer-Al Ruwais shipping resumes after five-month war suspension", "dc": "dmg-economic", "sources": [ { "name": "MarineLink/Reuters, July 6 — Iran-Qatar maritime trade resumes after five-month halt", "url": "https://www.marinelink.com/news/iranqatar-maritime-trade-resumes-540922" }, { "name": "RFE/RL, July 5 — Tehran says maritime trade between Iran and Qatar has resumed", "url": "https://www.rferl.org/a/iran-war-us-hormuz-oil-blockade-gulf-israel/33640284.html" }, { "name": "L'Orient Today live, July 6 — Iran and Qatar resume maritime trade, according to Iranian state media", "url": "https://today.lorientlejour.com/article/1540255/israel-says-it-kills-fighter-in-majdal-zoun-demolitions-and-machine-gun-fire-target-south-lebanon-live.html" } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-05", "time": "evening", "side": "hezbollah", "title": "Israeli strike hits Nabatieh al-Fawqa after IDF says Hezbollah cell threatened troops", "detail": "Israeli warplanes struck the al-Deir neighborhood of Nabatieh al-Fawqa in southern Lebanon near the disputed Ali Taher ridge, where Israel says Hezbollah maintains a major underground complex. The IDF said commandos spotted Hezbollah operatives on motorcycles near al-Aaqaide, close to Israel's self-declared security zone, and struck because their activity threatened Israeli forces. Lebanese rescue teams said drones and blocked roads prevented them from reaching the site; Lebanon's health ministry reported one person killed and one wounded in Israeli attacks over the previous 24 hours as the Lebanon front remained active despite the recent U.S.-brokered framework.", "lat": 33.3772, "lng": 35.4839, "tid": "israeli-strike-nabatieh-al-fawqa-hezbollah-cell-jul5", "tn": "Nabatieh al-Fawqa strike", "dmg": 45, "cas": 2, "dl": "LEBANON STRIKE — IDF hits alleged Hezbollah cell near Nabatieh al-Fawqa as truce framework frays", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "Times of Israel, July 6 — IDF says Hezbollah cell hit in south Lebanon, warns it will attack if truce violated", "url": "https://www.timesofisrael.com/idf-says-hezbollah-cell-hit-in-south-lebanon-warns-it-will-attack-if-truce-violated/" }, { "name": "L'Orient Today live, July 6 — Israeli strike hits Nabatieh al-Fawqa; rescue team unable to reach site", "url": "https://today.lorientlejour.com/article/1540255/israel-says-it-kills-fighter-in-majdal-zoun-demolitions-and-machine-gun-fire-target-south-lebanon-live.html" }, { "name": "Times of India live, July 6 — Israeli strikes, artillery shelling and demolitions continue in south Lebanon", "url": "https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/middle-east/us-iran-war-live-updates-ali-khamenei-funeral-west-asia-conflict-strait-of-hormuz-trump-latest-warning-news/liveblog/132190092.cms" } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-06", "time": "early morning", "side": "economic", "title": "Japan-linked tankers exit Persian Gulf as Hormuz traffic slowly resumes", "detail": "At least 12 Japan-linked ships left the Persian Gulf through the Strait of Hormuz early Monday, including six crude-laden tankers bound for East Asia, according to MarineTraffic data cited by CBS. The vessels used the route outlined by Iran's Persian Gulf Strait Authority after being stuck in the Gulf since the opening of the war. UKMTO said traffic through both the Iranian route and the southern Oman corridor remained steady but still far below the pre-war average of about 138 daily transits, showing partial recovery but continued contestation over Hormuz access.", "lat": 26.5667, "lng": 56.25, "tid": "japan-linked-tankers-exit-hormuz-traffic-resumes-jul6", "tn": "Hormuz tanker exit", "dmg": 65, "cas": 0, "dl": "HORMUZ REOPENING — 12 Japan-linked ships leave Persian Gulf via Iranian route, but traffic remains far below pre-war levels", "dc": "dmg-economic", "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News live, July 6 — At least 12 ships cross Strait of Hormuz early Monday", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/us-iran-war-trump-negotiations-pause-ayatollah-funeral/" }, { "name": "UKMTO/JMIC advisory note, July 5 — Traffic through Strait of Hormuz remains steady but below normal", "url": "https://www.ukmto.org/-/media/ukmto/products/update-067-jmic-advisory-note-05-july.pdf?rev=27cbe6a90a0345499c04ab04fffc66d4" } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-06", "time": "morning", "side": "iran", "title": "Millions join Tehran procession for Khamenei under heavy security and airspace curbs", "detail": "Iran moved former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei's coffin and those of family members killed in the February 28 strike from the Grand Mosalla through central Tehran toward Mehrabad Airport in a 10- to 12-hour procession. Authorities shut streets and Tehran airspace, installed heavy crowd-control barriers after past deadly funeral crushes, and used the turnout as a regime-resilience display after the U.S.-Israeli strikes. Mojtaba Khamenei again stayed out of sight, while senior IRGC figures including Esmail Qaani and Ahmad Vahidi and delegations linked to Hamas and Hezbollah appeared publicly during the ceremonies.", "lat": 35.7008, "lng": 51.391, "tid": "khamenei-tehran-procession-heavy-security-jul6", "tn": "Tehran funeral procession", "dmg": 80, "cas": 0, "dl": "MILLIONS IN TEHRAN — 10-12 hour Khamenei funeral procession proceeds under airspace closures and tight security", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News live, July 6 — 12-hour funeral procession through streets of Tehran underway", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/us-iran-war-trump-negotiations-pause-ayatollah-funeral/" }, { "name": "RFE/RL, July 6 — Heavy security, airspace curbs mark start of Khamenei funeral procession", "url": "https://www.rferl.org/a/iran-war-us-hormuz-oil-blockade-gulf-israel/33640284.html" }, { "name": "The Guardian, July 6 — Millions join funeral procession for Iran's supreme leader Ali Khamenei", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/jul/06/ali-khamenei-funeral-procession-iran-supreme-leader" }, { "name": "Jerusalem Post, July 6 — Kataib Hezbollah representatives, Ahmadinejad seen attending third day of Khamenei's funeral", "url": "https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/article-901537" } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-06", "time": "afternoon", "side": "hamas", "title": "Hamas says it dissolved Gaza government for UN-backed transition committee", "detail": "Hamas announced that it had dissolved its Gaza government and was preparing to transfer civilian authority to a technical committee backed by the United Nations and the Trump-led Board of Peace under the U.S.-brokered Gaza ceasefire framework. Hamas officials said only technical and professional staff would remain to run day-to-day services, while the Board of Peace said it would judge the move by actions and insisted the committee must control all weapons in Gaza. Israel dismissed the announcement as a meaningless reshuffle because Hamas personnel and security power could remain in place, leaving the key disarmament issue unresolved.", "lat": 31.417, "lng": 34.35, "tid": "hamas-dissolves-gaza-government-transition-committee-jul6", "tn": "Hamas Gaza government dissolved", "dmg": 70, "cas": 0, "dl": "GAZA GOVERNANCE SHIFT — Hamas says it dissolved its Gaza government for a UN-backed committee, but disarmament remains unresolved", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Washington Times/AP, July 6 — Hamas dissolves Gaza government to transfer power to a UN-backed committee", "url": "https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2026/jul/6/hamas-dissolving-government-gaza-transfer-power-un-backed-committee/" }, { "name": "CNN, July 6 — Hamas says it will dissolve Gaza government as US-brokered ceasefire plan stalls", "url": "https://www.cnn.com/2026/07/06/middleeast/hamas-dissolves-gaza-government-intl" }, { "name": "Jerusalem Post live, July 6 — Sa'ar says Hamas will remain dominant military even after dissolution", "url": "https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/2026-07-06/live-updates-901532" } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-06", "time": "evening", "side": "israel", "title": "Israeli drone strike kills four in Nabatieh despite Lebanon ceasefire framework", "detail": "Lebanon's state news agency reported that an Israeli drone strike hit a vehicle in Nabatieh, southern Lebanon, killing four people in the deadliest such attack in several weeks. Lebanese security sources said the strike came despite last month's U.S.-Iran interim agreement requiring both countries and their allies to end military operations on all fronts, including Lebanon. The Israeli military said it was checking the report, while Israeli outlets separately reported continuing IDF strikes near the southern Lebanon security zone.", "lat": 33.3772, "lng": 35.4839, "tid": "israeli-drone-strike-nabatieh-four-killed-jul6", "tn": "Nabatieh drone strike", "dmg": 50, "cas": 4, "dl": "LEBANON STRIKE — Israeli drone strike on a Nabatieh vehicle kills four despite ceasefire framework", "dc": "dmg-military", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu/Reuters, July 6 — Israeli drone strike kills four people in southern Lebanon", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/israeli-drone-strike-kills-four-people-in-southern-lebanon-lebanese-state-media-reports/article71190848.ece" }, { "name": "The Hindu live, July 7 — Nabatieh strike noted as deadliest in several weeks", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-war-live-updates-july-7-2026-khamenei-funeral-ceremonies/article71191969.ece" }, { "name": "Jerusalem Post live, July 6 — IDF kills terrorist approaching southern Lebanon security zone", "url": "https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/2026-07-06/live-updates-901532" } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-07", "time": "early morning", "side": "iran", "title": "Projectile strike sets tanker ablaze near Limah as Hormuz tensions flare again", "detail": "UK Maritime Trade Operations said a tanker was struck on its port side by an unknown projectile about eight nautical miles east of Limah, Oman, while travelling south out of the Strait of Hormuz toward the Gulf of Oman, causing a fire but no reported casualties or environmental damage. Iranian state television said a liquefied natural gas tanker carrying Qatari gas had been attacked after ignoring warnings, while U.S. officials told Axios that Iran's military fired at least two missiles at commercial ships and that a second vessel was also damaged. Tehran did not formally claim responsibility, but the incident renewed doubts over the ceasefire-era effort to reopen Hormuz safely.", "lat": 26.12, "lng": 56.45, "tid": "hormuz-tanker-projectile-strike-limah-oman-jul7", "tn": "Hormuz tanker hit", "dmg": 85, "cas": 0, "dl": "HORMUZ ATTACK — Tanker burns near Limah after projectile strike; U.S. officials say Iran fired missiles at commercial ships", "dc": "dmg-economic", "sources": [ { "name": "Al Jazeera, July 7 — Tanker on fire in Strait of Hormuz after being hit by projectile off Oman", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/7/7/tanker-on-fire-off-coast-of-oman-after-being-hit-by-projectile" }, { "name": "The Hindu/AP, July 7 — Tanker set ablaze after projectile strike in the Strait of Hormuz", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/tanker-set-ablaze-after-being-struck-by-projectile-in-the-hormuz-strait-off-oman-coast/article71192005.ece" }, { "name": "Jerusalem Post/Reuters live, July 7 — Iran fires missiles at commercial ships in Strait of Hormuz report", "url": "https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/2026-07-06/live-updates-901532" } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-07", "time": "morning", "side": "iran", "title": "Khamenei funeral reaches Qom as thousands gather at Jamkaran Mosque", "detail": "Iran flew Ali Khamenei's body to Qom after the Tehran procession, beginning a fourth day of state funeral ceremonies in the Shia seminary city. Thousands packed streets around Jamkaran Mosque, where Ayatollah Abdollah Javadi-Amoli led prayers over the coffins of Khamenei and four relatives killed with him in the February 28 U.S.-Israeli strike. The Qom stage, near Iran's clerical power centers and the Fordow nuclear site, kept the regime's mourning and defiance campaign in public view while final burial ceremonies remained ahead.", "lat": 34.584, "lng": 50.918, "tid": "khamenei-funeral-qom-jamkaran-mosque-jul7", "tn": "Qom funeral stage", "dmg": 65, "cas": 0, "dl": "QOM FUNERAL — Khamenei's coffin reaches Jamkaran Mosque as thousands join fourth day of ceremonies", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Times of Israel live, July 7 — Thousands of mourners gather in Qom for fourth day of Khamenei's funeral", "url": "https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog-july-7-2026/" }, { "name": "The Hindu live, July 7 — Body of Khamenei arrives in Qom ahead of procession", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-war-live-updates-july-7-2026-khamenei-funeral-ceremonies/article71191969.ece" }, { "name": "CNN live, July 6-7 — Prayers for Khamenei planned at Jamkaran Mosque in Qom", "url": "https://www.cnn.com/2026/07/06/world/live-news/iran-khamenei-funeral-war-trump" } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-07", "time": "morning", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "Trump 'finish the job' threat and Araghchi response stall final-deal talks", "detail": "President Donald Trump warned that the United States would either reach a deal with Iran or 'finish the job,' saying U.S. forces could quickly knock out Iran's bridges and energy supply if diplomacy failed. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi responded that final-deal negotiations would not start while U.S. threats continued, telling Washington to 'Honor your signature' under the interim memorandum's prohibition on threats and use of force. The exchange came after indirect talks ended without public progress and shortly after the renewed Hormuz tanker attack, putting the next round of diplomacy in doubt.", "lat": 35.6892, "lng": 51.389, "tid": "trump-finish-job-araghchi-threats-final-deal-talks-jul7", "tn": "Final deal threats dispute", "dmg": 75, "cas": 0, "dl": "TALKS AT RISK — Trump threatens to 'finish the job'; Araghchi says final-deal talks won't start under threats", "dc": "dmg-diplomatic", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu, July 7 — Trump says there will either be a deal with Iran or U.S. will 'finish the job'", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/trump-says-there-will-either-be-a-deal-with-iran-or-us-will-finish-the-job/article71192035.ece" }, { "name": "Times of Israel live, July 7 — Araghchi says U.S. threats are impediment to negotiations on final deal", "url": "https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog_entry/irans-araghchi-says-us-threats-are-impediment-to-negotiations-on-final-deal/" }, { "name": "Anadolu, July 7 — Iran says final deal talks with U.S. will not start if threats continue", "url": "https://www.aa.com.tr/en/middle-east/iran-says-final-deal-talks-with-us-will-not-start-if-threats-continue/3988039" } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-07", "time": "evening", "side": "usa", "title": "U.S. strikes 80-plus Iranian coastal targets after Hormuz tanker attacks", "detail": "U.S. Central Command launched a new wave of strikes on Iran after U.S. officials said the IRGC attacked three commercial tankers in the Strait of Hormuz over two days. CENTCOM said it hit more than 80 targets, including air defenses, radar sites, anti-ship missile positions and more than 60 IRGC small boats used to threaten shipping. Iranian media reported explosions around Qeshm Island, Sirik, Bandar Abbas, Kharg Island and Bushehr; Reuters cited a U.S. official saying the strikes targeted coastal surveillance systems, surface-to-air missiles, anti-ship cruise missiles and drone launch sites, while Iranian reports said several people were injured by shrapnel at a commercial pier in Sirik.", "lat": 26.521, "lng": 57.109, "tid": "us-strikes-iran-coastal-targets-hormuz-tanker-attacks-jul7", "tn": "U.S. coastal strikes", "dmg": 90, "cas": 5, "dl": "U.S. RETALIATION — CENTCOM hits 80+ Iranian coastal targets and 60+ IRGC boats after Hormuz tanker attacks", "dc": "dmg-severe", "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News live, July 7-8 — CENTCOM says it hit over 80 Iranian targets, including dozens of small boats", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-us-war-strait-of-hormuz-trump-nato/" }, { "name": "Al-Monitor/Reuters, July 8 — Iran targets sites in Bahrain, Kuwait after wave of U.S. strikes", "url": "https://www.al-monitor.com/originals/2026/07/iran-targets-sites-bahrain-kuwait-after-wave-us-strikes" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera, July 8 — Oil surges as U.S. strikes Iran, reversing return to pre-war prices", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/7/8/oil-prices-surge-as-us-strikes-iran-reversing-fall-to-pre-war-levels" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://www.misbar.com/en/editorial/2026/07/10/satellite-images-reveal-damage-iranian-military-facility-near-strait-hormuz", "source": "Sentinel-2 via Misbar/Al Araby TV", "captureDate": "2026-07-08", "description": "Sentinel-2 SWIR comparison between July 6 and July 8 shows three apparent damage locations and harbor-basin discoloration at Shahid Rahbari Naval Base near Sarkhur Tahruyi after the U.S. coastal strike wave." }, { "url": "https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/martinsvillebulletin.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/f/af/faf0934c-8871-5d36-9686-dca919a19100/6a4fc415effed.image.jpg?resize=1200%2C928", "source": "Planet Labs PBC via Reuters/Martinsville Bulletin", "captureDate": "2026-07-09", "description": "Direct Reuters-distributed Planet Labs image shows damage to an Iranian port building at Sarkhur Tahruyi/Shahid Rahbari Naval Base following recent U.S. strikes." }, { "url": "https://www.usatoday.com/gcdn/authoring/authoring-images/2026/07/09/USAT/90861729007-20260709-t-132002-z-1251684127-rc-2-dama-3-yach-rtrmadp-3-irancrisisportsatellite.JPG?width=1320&height=1022&fit=crop&format=pjpg&auto=webp", "source": "Planet Labs PBC via Reuters/USA Today", "captureDate": "2026-07-09", "description": "Closer Reuters/USA Today Planet Labs view shows damage to the same Sarkhur Tahruyi port building after the U.S. strikes." } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-08", "time": "early morning", "side": "iran", "title": "Iran fires missiles and drones at U.S. sites in Bahrain and Kuwait", "detail": "Iran's Revolutionary Guards said they carried out a joint missile-and-drone operation against U.S. military sites in Bahrain and Kuwait after the U.S. strike wave on Iranian coastal positions. The IRGC named targets including Bandar Salman and the U.S. Fifth Fleet district in Bahrain and Ali Al Salem Air Base in Kuwait, and claimed it shot down an MQ-9 drone. Bahrain sounded missile alert sirens multiple times, while Kuwait said its air defenses were confronting hostile missile and drone attacks; Kuwait condemned the attacks as undermining regional de-escalation efforts.", "lat": 26.229, "lng": 50.586, "tid": "iran-missile-drone-attacks-us-sites-bahrain-kuwait-jul8", "tn": "Bahrain/Kuwait attacks", "dmg": 85, "cas": 0, "dl": "IRAN RETALIATES — IRGC says missiles and drones targeted U.S. sites in Bahrain and Kuwait after U.S. strikes", "dc": "dmg-military", "sources": [ { "name": "Al-Monitor/Reuters, July 8 — Iran targets sites in Bahrain, Kuwait after wave of U.S. strikes", "url": "https://www.al-monitor.com/originals/2026/07/iran-targets-sites-bahrain-kuwait-after-wave-us-strikes" }, { "name": "CBS News live, July 8 — More missiles aimed at Bahrain as Iran and Kuwait address latest strikes", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-us-war-strait-of-hormuz-trump-nato/" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera, July 8 — Iran's economy faces long road to recovery as fragile truce tested", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/7/8/irans-economy-faces-long-road-to-recovery-as-fragile-truce-tested" } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-08", "time": "morning", "side": "economic", "title": "U.S. revokes Iran oil waiver and crude prices jump as Hormuz fighting resumes", "detail": "The Trump administration revoked the temporary sanctions waiver that had allowed Iranian oil and petrochemical sales under the June memorandum of understanding, saying the move followed Iranian attacks on commercial tankers in the Strait of Hormuz. The Treasury order barred new transactions immediately and set a July 17 wind-down deadline, replacing the previous authorization that ran to August 21. Brent crude climbed above $76 a barrel, its highest level since June 23, as markets priced in renewed U.S.-Iran hostilities and the risk that Hormuz traffic could remain below half of pre-war levels for months.", "lat": 26.5667, "lng": 56.25, "tid": "us-revokes-iran-oil-waiver-brent-jumps-hormuz-jul8", "tn": "Oil waiver revoked", "dmg": 80, "cas": 0, "dl": "OIL SHOCK — U.S. revokes Iran oil waiver; Brent tops $76 as Hormuz hostilities resume", "dc": "dmg-economic", "sources": [ { "name": "Al Jazeera, July 8 — Oil surges as U.S. strikes Iran, reversing return to pre-war prices", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/7/8/oil-prices-surge-as-us-strikes-iran-reversing-fall-to-pre-war-levels" }, { "name": "CBS News live, July 7 — U.S. revokes general license authorizing sale of Iranian oil", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-us-war-strait-of-hormuz-trump-nato/" }, { "name": "Al-Monitor/Reuters, July 8 — U.S. revokes licence allowing Iran to sell oil after tanker attacks", "url": "https://www.al-monitor.com/originals/2026/07/iran-targets-sites-bahrain-kuwait-after-wave-us-strikes" } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-08", "time": "morning", "side": "iran", "title": "Khamenei funeral processions move through Najaf before Karbala and Mashhad burial", "detail": "Ali Khamenei's coffin was carried through Najaf to the Imam Ali shrine after Iraqi authorities declared a public holiday for the Iraq stage of Iran's six-day state funeral. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and Khamenei's eldest son Mostafa received the remains at Najaf airport, while Al Jazeera reported hundreds of thousands of mourners in the city. The ceremonies were set to continue to Karbala and then Mashhad for burial, extending Tehran's effort to project continuity and defiance while the new supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, remained absent from public view.", "lat": 31.9959, "lng": 44.3148, "tid": "khamenei-funeral-najaf-karbala-mashhad-jul8", "tn": "Najaf funeral procession", "dmg": 60, "cas": 0, "dl": "NAJAF PROCESSION — Khamenei funeral reaches Iraq's holy cities as crowds gather before Mashhad burial", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Al Jazeera, July 8 — Funeral events for Iran's slain Supreme Leader Khamenei under way in Iraq", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/7/8/funeral-events-for-irans-slain-supreme-leader-khamenei-under-way-in-iraq" }, { "name": "Times of Israel live, July 8 — Khamenei funeral procession begins in Iraq's Najaf", "url": "https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog_entry/khamenei-funeral-procession-begins-in-iraqs-najaf-with-thousands-in-attendance/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-09", "time": "early morning", "side": "us", "title": "U.S. second-night strike wave hits about 90 Iranian coastal and logistics targets", "detail": "U.S. Central Command said it completed a second consecutive night of strikes on Iran, hitting roughly 90 targets including air-defense systems, missile and drone storage sites, naval capabilities, coastal surveillance assets and logistics infrastructure. Iranian and regional reports described explosions across southern Iran, including Bushehr, Chabahar, Konarak, Bandar Abbas, Sirik and facilities near Iranshahr Airport; Gulf News said Chabahar, Iran's only ocean-facing commercial port, was struck for the first time since the ceasefire. Iran's Health Ministry said the U.S. strikes over the prior two days killed at least 14 people and wounded 78, including a firefighter killed at Iranshahr Airport and deaths reported in Khuzestan.", "lat": 25.2919, "lng": 60.643, "tid": "us-second-night-strikes-90-iran-targets-chabahar-bushehr-jul9", "tn": "90-target U.S. strike wave", "dmg": 95, "cas": 14, "dl": "SECOND STRIKE WAVE — CENTCOM says ~90 Iranian targets hit; Tehran reports 14 killed over two days", "dc": "dmg-critical", "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News live, July 9 — CENTCOM says it hit about 90 Iranian targets; U.S. strikes killed at least 14, Iranian official says", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/us-iran-war-trump-says-ceasefire-over/" }, { "name": "AP, July 9 — U.S. and Iran exchange intensifying fire across the Persian Gulf", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/iran-us-israel-war-oil-july-9-2026-0472764b119d7aa204de4f7f5e44a9bf" }, { "name": "Gulf News, July 9 — U.S.-Iran war reignites; Chabahar, Bushehr and Iranshahr among targets", "url": "https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-iran-war-reignites-what-you-need-to-know-this-morning-july-9-2026-1.500601870" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera live, July 9 — U.S. attacks killed 14 and wounded 78 over two days in cities along Hormuz", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2026/7/9/iran-war-live-one-killed-as-us-bombs-bushehr-chabahar-bandar-abbas-jask" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/fxcj8l/article71207959.ece/alternates/LANDSCAPE_1200/2026-07-10T112102Z_1897882487_RC2ZAMA6ED0Y_RTRMADP_3_IRAN-CRISIS-CHABAHAR-SATELLITE.JPG", "source": "Planet Labs PBC via Reuters/The Hindu", "captureDate": "2026-07-09", "description": "Direct Reuters/The Hindu Planet Labs image shows damage at the control tower in the port of Chabahar after the July 8 U.S. strikes to keep Hormuz open." }, { "url": "https://www.al-monitor.com/sites/default/files/styles/social_media_share/public/2026-07/2026-07-11T223125Z_1_LYNXMPEM6A0FP_RTROPTP_4_IRAN-CRISIS-CHABAHAR-SATELLITE.JPG?h=83791ea7&itok=h692iD5H", "source": "Planet Labs PBC via Reuters/Al-Monitor", "captureDate": "2026-07-09", "description": "Al-Monitor-hosted Reuters/Planet Labs image of damage to Chabahar port's control tower after the U.S. strike wave." }, { "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/7/17/satellite-images-show-damage-inside-irans-bushehr-nuclear-power-plant", "source": "European Sentinel-2 via Al Jazeera OSINT", "captureDate": "2026-07-12", "description": "Al Jazeera analysis of Sentinel-2 imagery comparing July 7 and July 12 shows newly formed impact scars inside the Bushehr nuclear power plant complex and an apparent strike site at nearby support facilities after the July 7-8 U.S. strike wave." } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-09", "time": "early morning", "side": "iran", "title": "Iran expands retaliation to Qatar while Bahrain and Kuwait intercept renewed attacks", "detail": "After the latest U.S. strike wave, Iran said it attacked U.S. bases and strategic centers in Bahrain, Kuwait and Qatar. AP reported sirens in Kuwait and alerts in Qatar and Bahrain, while CBS said Kuwait's military was actively intercepting incoming drones and missiles and Bahrain sounded air-raid sirens at least twice around the U.S. Navy's Fifth Fleet headquarters. No immediate damage was reported in the three Gulf states, but the attacks widened the regional crossfire and further imperiled the interim war-ending deal.", "lat": 25.1173, "lng": 51.3149, "tid": "iran-retaliates-bahrain-kuwait-qatar-us-bases-jul9", "tn": "Qatar joins Gulf retaliation zone", "dmg": 85, "cas": 0, "dl": "GULF RETALIATION — Iran says it hit U.S. bases and strategic centers in Bahrain, Kuwait and Qatar", "dc": "dmg-military", "sources": [ { "name": "Al Jazeera live, July 9 — Iran says it attacked U.S. bases and strategic centres in Bahrain, Kuwait and Qatar", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2026/7/9/iran-war-live-one-killed-as-us-bombs-bushehr-chabahar-bandar-abbas-jask" }, { "name": "AP, July 9 — Tehran responded by targeting Bahrain, Kuwait and Qatar", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/iran-us-israel-war-oil-july-9-2026-0472764b119d7aa204de4f7f5e44a9bf" }, { "name": "CBS News live, July 9 — Iran hits back after fresh U.S. strikes; Kuwait and Bahrain indicate new missile and drone strikes", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/us-iran-war-trump-says-ceasefire-over/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-09", "time": "morning", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "Trump declares Iran truce over as Tehran says Hormuz will reopen only on Iranian terms", "detail": "President Donald Trump said the U.S.-Iran memorandum and ceasefire were effectively over after Iranian attacks on commercial shipping and the renewed exchange of strikes, though U.S. officials said negotiations could continue. Iran's lead negotiator Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf accused Washington of violating the truce and said the Strait of Hormuz would reopen only under 'Iranian arrangements,' not U.S. threats. The statements hardened both sides' public positions around the maritime chokepoint after two nights of U.S. attacks and Iranian retaliation against Gulf states.", "lat": 26.5667, "lng": 56.25, "tid": "trump-truce-over-iran-hormuz-iranian-arrangements-jul9", "tn": "Truce declared over", "dmg": 75, "cas": 0, "dl": "TRUCE FALTERS — Trump says ceasefire is over; Iran says Hormuz reopens only under Iranian arrangements", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Guardian live, July 9 — Trump says Iran truce is over; Ghalibaf says Hormuz opens only under Iranian arrangements", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/jul/09/iran-us-middle-east-strikes-centcom-bahrain-kuwait-qatar-strait-of-hormuz-latest-news-updates" }, { "name": "ABC News live, July 9 — Strait of Hormuz will only open with Iranian arrangement, lead negotiator says", "url": "https://abcnews.com/International/live-updates/iran-live-updates-thousands-throng-tehran-streets-khamenei/?id=134509610" }, { "name": "CBS News live, July 9 — Trump says Iran wants a deal; Vance says U.S. will respond if Iran tries to close Hormuz", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/us-iran-war-trump-says-ceasefire-over/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-09", "time": "afternoon", "side": "iran", "title": "Iran fires missiles at Jordan as U.S. strikes are reported near Bushehr nuclear plant and rail bridges", "detail": "Iran's Revolutionary Guard said it fired 10 ballistic missiles at Jordan's Azraq military base after the latest U.S. strike wave, bringing Jordan more directly into the regional exchange. Jordan said it intercepted eight missiles launched from Iran and reported no casualties or damage, while sirens sounded across the kingdom. Iranian officials also accused the U.S. of strikes near the Bushehr nuclear power plant perimeter and on railway bridges, including the Aq Taqeh Khan bridge on a Tehran-Mashhad route used as a trade link toward China and Russia; U.S. Central Command did not acknowledge a nuclear-plant-area target.", "lat": 31.8336, "lng": 36.782, "tid": "iran-missiles-jordan-bushehr-rail-bridges-jul9", "tn": "Jordan targeted", "dmg": 78, "cas": 0, "dl": "JORDAN TARGETED — IRGC says 10 missiles fired at Azraq as Iran reports U.S. strikes near Bushehr and rail bridges", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu live, July 9/10 — Iran fired ten ballistic missiles on Jordan's Azraq military base; Bushehr and rail-bridge strike reports", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/us-iran-war-live-updates-missile-strikes-strait-of-hormuz-oil-price-donald-trump-mojtaba-khamenei-netanyahu-peace-deal/article71200749.ece" }, { "name": "Times of Israel, July 9 — Iran fires 10 missiles at Jordan after U.S. strikes reported near Bushehr nuclear plant", "url": "https://www.timesofisrael.com/iran-fires-10-missiles-at-jordan-after-us-strikes-reported-near-bushehr-nuclear-plant/" }, { "name": "NPR/AP, July 10 — Sirens in Jordan; Bushehr and bridge reports during latest U.S.-Iran exchange", "url": "https://www.nprillinois.org/2026-07-10/u-s-and-iran-exchange-intensifying-fire-across-mideast-threatening-ceasefire-deal" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/7/17/satellite-images-show-damage-inside-irans-bushehr-nuclear-power-plant", "source": "ESA Sentinel-2 via Al Jazeera OSU", "captureDate": "2026-07-12", "description": "A July 7–12 Sentinel-2 comparison shows new impact scars inside the Bushehr nuclear power plant complex and another apparent strike site in nearby support facilities." } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-09", "time": "afternoon", "side": "economic", "title": "Strait of Hormuz traffic slumps toward near-standstill after tanker attacks and renewed strikes", "detail": "Shipping through the Strait of Hormuz fell sharply after Iranian attacks on merchant vessels and the renewed U.S.-Iran strike exchange. Kpler data cited by Bloomberg/TT News showed roughly 20 commodity carriers crossing on July 8, among the thinnest flows since the mid-June interim deal, while Al-Monitor reported just six commodity tankers had crossed by midafternoon Thursday and that the southern Omani route had largely gone quiet. The IMO urged ships to avoid the strait until safety conditions improve, underscoring the ceasefire's failure to restore normal trade through the route carrying roughly one-fifth of global oil and gas supplies.", "lat": 26.5667, "lng": 56.25, "tid": "hormuz-shipping-near-standstill-after-strikes-jul9", "tn": "Hormuz traffic slump", "dmg": 82, "cas": 0, "dl": "HORMUZ SLUMP — shipping nearly halts; IMO warns vessels away as renewed strikes choke transit routes", "dc": "dmg-economic", "sources": [ { "name": "Transport Topics/Bloomberg, July 9 — Hormuz shipping nearly halted after U.S., Iran strikes", "url": "https://www.ttnews.com/articles/hormuz-shipping-near-halt" }, { "name": "UN News, July 10 — IMO says transit should be avoided until safety conditions are in place", "url": "https://news.un.org/en/story/2026/07/1167905" }, { "name": "Al-Monitor, July 10 — Hormuz traffic slumps as U.S., Iran trade strikes", "url": "https://www.al-monitor.com/originals/2026/07/hormuz-traffic-slumps-us-iran-trade-strikes" } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-10", "time": "early morning", "side": "iran", "title": "Ali Khamenei buried in Mashhad after weeklong wartime funeral processions", "detail": "Iranian state media said former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei was buried early Friday at the Imam Reza shrine in Mashhad, ending six days of funeral processions through Iran and Iraq that coincided with the renewed U.S.-Iran exchange of strikes. Large crowds packed the shrine area, chanted against the United States and called for revenge, while Khamenei's eldest son Mostafa led prayers. His son and successor Mojtaba Khamenei again did not appear publicly, keeping uncertainty around Iran's leadership visible as final-deal talks over Hormuz and the nuclear file were supposed to begin after the burial.", "lat": 36.2605, "lng": 59.6168, "tid": "khamenei-buried-mashhad-after-weeklong-funeral-jul10", "tn": "Khamenei buried", "dmg": 65, "cas": 0, "dl": "KHAMENEI BURIED — Mashhad funeral ends week of mourning as successor remains out of sight", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Dawn, July 10 — Assassinated Iranian supreme leader Ayatollah Khamenei laid to rest in Mashhad", "url": "https://www.dawn.com/news/2014323/assassinated-iranian-supreme-leader-ayatollah-khamenei-laid-to-rest-in-mashhad" }, { "name": "The Hindu, July 10 — Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei laid to rest months after being killed in Iran war", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/supreme-leader-ayatollah-ali-khamenei-laid-to-rest-months-after-being-killed-in-iran-war/article71205059.ece" }, { "name": "NPR/AP, July 10 — Khamenei laid to rest in Mashhad amid renewed U.S.-Iran strikes", "url": "https://www.nprillinois.org/2026-07-10/u-s-and-iran-exchange-intensifying-fire-across-mideast-threatening-ceasefire-deal" } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-10", "time": "afternoon", "side": "economic", "title": "U.S. sanctions Ali Ansari and exchange houses tied to Mojtaba Khamenei", "detail": "The U.S. Treasury's OFAC imposed a new sanctions package after Iran's renewed attacks on international shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, targeting Dubai-based Iranian financier Ali Ansari, Smart Global Limited and Iranian currency-exchange houses accused of moving billions of dollars for sanctioned banks. Treasury said Ansari oversaw a global property and financial network benefiting new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, other regime elites and the IRGC, and that the designations froze U.S.-linked assets and increased secondary-sanctions risk for foreign financial institutions. The move added economic pressure to the military escalation and signaled Washington would target Khamenei's personal financial network while Hormuz diplomacy remained stalled.", "lat": 25.2048, "lng": 55.2708, "tid": "us-sanctions-ali-ansari-khamenei-shadow-exchange-houses-jul10", "tn": "Khamenei financier sanctioned", "dmg": 72, "cas": 0, "dl": "FINANCE TARGETED — U.S. sanctions Ali Ansari network and shadow exchange houses tied to Mojtaba Khamenei", "dc": "dmg-economic", "sources": [ { "name": "U.S. Treasury, July 10 — Treasury targets key Supreme Leader financier and Iran's shadow exchange houses", "url": "https://home.treasury.gov/news/press-releases/sb0558" }, { "name": "CBS News live, July 10 — U.S. sanctions Dubai-based Iranian financier", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/us-iran-war-trump-ceasefire-talks-strait-of-hormuz/" }, { "name": "MS NOW live, July 10 — Treasury issues new sanctions amid resurgence of U.S.-Iran strikes", "url": "https://www.ms.now/liveblog/liveblog-iran-us-war-news-today-july-10-2026" } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-10", "time": "evening", "side": "economic", "title": "Hormuz shipping grinds down as AIS-visible traffic collapses and dark transits rise", "detail": "Maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz deteriorated again after the renewed U.S.-Iran strike exchange. Lloyd's List Intelligence said no large vessel over 10,000 dwt had transited the U.S.-coordinated Omani 'Southern Highway' with AIS on since July 7, though at least two ships were believed to have crossed dark, while Windward counted only five tracked crossings Wednesday into early Thursday compared with 45 on Monday and roughly 130 daily before the war. By Saturday morning Indian and Al Jazeera-cited updates said only six ships crossed in a 12-hour span and dark transits had risen to nearly 40 percent of traffic, showing commercial operators were still avoiding the chokepoint despite diplomacy.", "lat": 26.5667, "lng": 56.25, "tid": "hormuz-ais-traffic-collapse-dark-transits-rise-jul10", "tn": "Hormuz traffic collapse", "dmg": 86, "cas": 0, "dl": "HORMUZ DARKENS — visible shipping collapses; dark transits rise as operators avoid the strait", "dc": "dmg-economic", "sources": [ { "name": "Al Jazeera, July 10 — Strait of Hormuz traffic plunges as U.S., Iran resume fighting", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2026/7/10/strait-of-hormuz-shipping-grinds-to-halt-as-us-iran-resume-fighting" }, { "name": "India Today live, July 11 — Hormuz traffic low for third night; six vessels in 12 hours and dark transits near 40%", "url": "https://www.indiatoday.in/world/story/us-iran-war-live-updates-strait-of-hormuz-middle-east-tensions-ceasefire-donald-trump-west-asia-crisis-2944508-2026-07-10" }, { "name": "CBS News live, July 10 — S&P data show crossings falling as gas prices rise", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/us-iran-war-trump-ceasefire-talks-strait-of-hormuz/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-11", "time": "early morning", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "Oman talks open as U.S. demands public Iranian pledge to stop Hormuz attacks", "detail": "Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi arrived in Oman for mediated talks focused on the Strait of Hormuz after President Trump said the ceasefire was over but agreed to continue negotiations. U.S. officials demanded that Iran publicly state the strait was open to all lanes, without attacks or tolls, and said Iranian counterparts had privately described the tanker attacks as a mistake by hard-line elements. Tehran rejected Washington's framing: its UN diplomat said any opening or demining of Hormuz rested exclusively with Iran, while Araghchi accused the U.S. Treasury of violating the June memorandum of understanding. Qatar, Oman and Pakistan continued mediation as both sides tried to prevent the renewed strikes from turning into a full collapse of the interim deal.", "lat": 23.588, "lng": 58.3829, "tid": "oman-talks-us-demands-iran-hormuz-public-pledge-jul11", "tn": "Oman Hormuz talks", "dmg": 76, "cas": 0, "dl": "OMAN TALKS — U.S. demands public Hormuz pledge as Iran says control rests exclusively with Tehran", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "AP, July 10 — U.S. demands Iran publicly say attacks on ships will stop", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/iran-us-israel-war-hormuz-july-10-2026-4bf4fdd1f4d782ff08f60d152909faee" }, { "name": "CBS News live, July 11 — Iran's foreign minister in Oman to continue negotiations", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/us-iran-war-trump-ceasefire-talks-strait-of-hormuz/" }, { "name": "Straits Times/Reuters, July 11 — Trump says U.S., Iran agree to continue talks but ceasefire over", "url": "https://www.straitstimes.com/world/middle-east/trump-says-us-iran-agree-to-continue-talks-but-ceasefire-over" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera live, July 11 — Trump threatens to decimate Iran; Araghchi criticises U.S. over MoU breach", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2026/7/11/iran-war-live-us-demands-iran-publicly-state-strait-of-hormuz-open-for-all" } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-11", "time": "morning", "side": "iran", "title": "Iran raises U.S. strike toll to 17 killed, 115 wounded and reports $300 million research damage", "detail": "Iran's Health Ministry raised the casualty toll from the latest U.S. strike wave to 17 people killed and 115 wounded across six cities, saying more than a dozen surgeries had been performed and most patients had been discharged. Separately, Hossein Afshin, President Masoud Pezeshkian's deputy for science and technology, said the war had caused about $300 million in damage to Iranian research infrastructure, claiming emerging-technology facilities with no military application had been targeted. The figures widened Tehran's public accounting of the July 8-9 strikes beyond the earlier 14 killed and 78 wounded reported after CENTCOM's roughly 90-target operation.", "lat": 32.4279, "lng": 53.688, "tid": "iran-raises-us-strike-toll-research-infrastructure-damage-jul11", "tn": "Iran toll and research damage", "dmg": 82, "cas": 17, "dl": "IRAN DAMAGE TOLL — Tehran says U.S. strikes killed 17, wounded 115 and caused $300M research damage", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News live, July 11 — Iran says 17 people killed in U.S. airstrikes", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/us-iran-war-trump-ceasefire-talks-strait-of-hormuz/" }, { "name": "Straits Times/Reuters, July 11 — at least 17 killed and 115 wounded in U.S. strikes on six cities", "url": "https://www.straitstimes.com/world/middle-east/trump-says-us-iran-agree-to-continue-talks-but-ceasefire-over" }, { "name": "Dawn, July 11 — Iranian official says $300m in damage done to research infrastructure", "url": "https://www.dawn.com/news/2014583/iranian-official-says-300m-in-damage-done-to-research-infrastructure" }, { "name": "India Today live, July 11 — research infrastructure damage and updated casualty toll", "url": "https://www.indiatoday.in/world/story/us-iran-war-live-updates-strait-of-hormuz-middle-east-tensions-ceasefire-donald-trump-west-asia-crisis-2944508-2026-07-10" } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-12", "time": "early morning", "lat": 26.5667, "lng": 56.25, "title": "IRGC disables GFS Galaxy near Hormuz and declares the strait closed again", "tn": "GFS Galaxy hit; Hormuz closed", "side": "iran", "cas": 0, "dmg": 84, "dc": "dmg-heavy", "dl": "HORMUZ CLOSED AGAIN — IRGC hits Cyprus-flagged ship, disables GFS Galaxy and warns vessels off the southern route", "detail": "Iran's Revolutionary Guards said they fired on vessels they accused of ignoring instructions in the Strait of Hormuz and declared the waterway closed \"until further notice.\" U.S. Central Command identified the main target as the Cyprus-flagged container ship M/V GFS Galaxy, saying the strike caused a fire, significant engine-room damage and left one civilian crew member missing; UKMTO reported the crew abandoned a damaged ship east of Oman and later India said 10 of 11 Indian nationals aboard had been rescued. The attack came hours after Oman-mediated talks failed to settle the dispute over whether ships could use the U.S.-backed southern route through Omani waters without Iranian approval.", "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News live, July 12 — U.S. launches third round of strikes after IRGC attack on M/V GFS Galaxy", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/us-iran-war-trump-ceasefire-talks-strait-of-hormuz/" }, { "name": "Times of Israel, July 12 — US strikes Iran again after IRGC attacks ship and declares strait closed", "url": "https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-strikes-iran-again-after-irgc-attacks-ship-in-hormuz-and-declares-strait-closed-until-further-notice/" }, { "name": "The Hindu/AP, July 12 — Iran says Hormuz closed after warning shot hits vessel", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/us-military-says-it-is-striking-iran-in-response-to-attack-on-civilian-vessel-in-strait-of-hormuz/article71212985.ece" } ], "tid": "irgc-disables-gfs-galaxy-declares-hormuz-closed-jul12" }, { "date": "2026-07-12", "time": "early morning", "lat": 27.1839, "lng": 56.2777, "title": "U.S. third strike wave hits about 140 Iranian missile, naval and surveillance targets", "tn": "U.S. 140-target strike wave", "side": "us", "cas": 0, "dmg": 88, "dc": "dmg-heavy", "dl": "THIRD U.S. WAVE — CENTCOM says 140 targets hit after GFS Galaxy attack, raising weekly total above 300 sites", "detail": "CENTCOM said U.S. forces launched a third strike wave against Iran at 7:15 p.m. Eastern on July 11, shortly after the IRGC attack on the GFS Galaxy. The operation used naval vessels, aircraft and drones against roughly 140 targets, including missile and drone sites, naval capabilities, ammunition depots, communications networks and coastal surveillance locations; CENTCOM said more than 300 Iranian sites had been targeted across the week's three strike sets. Iranian media reported explosions along the Gulf and Gulf of Oman coast, including Bushehr, Asaluyeh, Chabahar, Bandar Abbas, Sirik and Qeshm Island.", "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News live, July 12 — U.S. hits approximately 140 targets in third round of strikes on Iran", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/us-iran-war-trump-ceasefire-talks-strait-of-hormuz/" }, { "name": "Times of Israel, July 12 — CENTCOM begins third round of strikes; explosions reported along Iranian coast", "url": "https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-strikes-iran-again-after-irgc-attacks-ship-in-hormuz-and-declares-strait-closed-until-further-notice/" }, { "name": "Guardian live, July 12 — U.S. says it attacked at least 140 targets after Hormuz ship strike", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/jul/12/iran-gulf-us-strikes-jordan-qatar-uae-strait-hormuz-latest-news-updates-live" } ], "tid": "us-third-strike-wave-140-iran-targets-jul12" }, { "date": "2026-07-12", "time": "morning", "lat": 25.2854, "lng": 51.531, "title": "Iran retaliates against Gulf states and Jordan after U.S. strike wave", "tn": "Iran Gulf retaliation", "side": "iran", "cas": 0, "dmg": 78, "dc": "dmg-strategic", "dl": "GULF RETALIATION — Iran claims strikes on U.S.-linked sites as Qatar, UAE and Bahrain activate air defenses", "detail": "After the U.S. 140-target strike wave, the IRGC claimed retaliatory attacks on U.S.-linked military infrastructure around the region, including a command-and-control center and MQ-9 drone hangars at Jordan's Prince Hassan Air Base and a U.S. base in Qatar. Qatar said it intercepted missile attacks and later reported three people, including one child, injured by falling interception debris; the UAE said its air defenses engaged Iranian ballistic missiles, cruise missiles and drones, while Bahrain sounded air-raid sirens and urged residents to shelter. The attacks widened the latest Hormuz escalation beyond Iranian territory and commercial shipping lanes into several Gulf and allied states.", "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News live, July 12 — Iran says it hit U.S. command center and drones in Jordan; Qatar injuries reported", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/us-iran-war-trump-ceasefire-talks-strait-of-hormuz/" }, { "name": "Guardian live, July 12 — Iran attacks Gulf countries after fresh U.S. strikes", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/jul/12/iran-gulf-us-strikes-jordan-qatar-uae-strait-hormuz-latest-news-updates-live" }, { "name": "Times of Israel, July 12 — UAE engages Iranian missiles and drones; Qatar intercepts attack; Bahrain sirens sound", "url": "https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-strikes-iran-again-after-irgc-attacks-ship-in-hormuz-and-declares-strait-closed-until-further-notice/" } ], "tid": "iran-retaliates-gulf-states-jordan-qatar-uae-jul12", "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://defencesecurityasia.com/en/iran-ballistic-missile-strike-jordan-prince-hassan-air-base-satellite-proof-2026/", "source": "Sentinel-2 via Defence Security Asia", "captureDate": "2026-07-12", "description": "Open-source Sentinel-2 imagery reportedly confirms localized hangar and apron damage at Jordan's Prince Hassan Air Base after Iran's July 11-12 ballistic-missile strike claims." } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-12", "time": "morning", "lat": 23.588, "lng": 58.3829, "title": "Omani proposal to reopen both Hormuz lanes goes back to Tehran without approval", "tn": "Oman lane proposal stalls", "side": "diplomacy", "cas": 0, "dmg": 65, "dc": "dmg-strategic", "dl": "LANE PLAN STALLS — Oman proposes reopening both Hormuz routes, but Iran takes the plan back for internal review", "detail": "Saturday's Oman-mediated Hormuz talks produced a draft proposal to reopen both shipping lanes through the strait, according to reports cited by the Guardian and Times of Israel. The plan would let ships use the southern route through Omani waters without prior Iranian approval while requiring approval for the northern route through Iranian waters and imposing no tolls, but the Iranian delegation did not secure authority to accept it in Muscat and returned the plan to Tehran for internal deliberations. The stall left the core dispute unresolved just before the IRGC hit the GFS Galaxy and declared Hormuz closed again.", "sources": [ { "name": "Guardian live, July 12 — Oman proposed reopening both shipping lanes; Iran took plan back to Tehran", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/jul/12/iran-gulf-us-strikes-jordan-qatar-uae-strait-hormuz-latest-news-updates-live" }, { "name": "Times of Israel, July 12 — Oman draft proposal included free navigation through southern corridor", "url": "https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-strikes-iran-again-after-irgc-attacks-ship-in-hormuz-and-declares-strait-closed-until-further-notice/" }, { "name": "CBS News live, July 11 — Iran and Oman discuss Strait of Hormuz, no agreement yet on administration", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/us-iran-war-trump-ceasefire-talks-strait-of-hormuz/" } ], "tid": "oman-hormuz-lane-proposal-stalls-tehran-review-jul12" }, { "date": "2026-07-13", "time": "early morning", "lat": 27.1839, "lng": 56.2777, "title": "U.S. launches new Hormuz strike wave against Iranian air defenses, radars and boats", "tn": "U.S. Monday strike wave", "side": "us", "cas": 1, "dmg": 82, "dc": "dmg-heavy", "dl": "NEW U.S. WAVE — CENTCOM says dozens of Iranian air-defense, radar, missile/drone and small-boat targets hit to keep Hormuz open", "detail": "U.S. Central Command said American forces began another wave of strikes against Iran at 9 p.m. GMT on July 12, with the operation completed in the early hours of Monday. CENTCOM said the strikes hit dozens of targets across multiple locations, including Iranian military air-defense systems, coastal radar sites, small boats and missile and drone capabilities, and that U.S. fighter aircraft, naval vessels, one-way attack aerial drones and one-way attack sea drones were used, the latter for the first time. Iranian media reported explosions around Sirik, Bandar Abbas and other southern cities; the Jerusalem Post cited Iranian state media saying one person was killed and four injured. The U.S. framed the operation as another effort to degrade Iran's ability to attack civilian mariners and commercial ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz.", "sources": [ { "name": "Guardian, July 13 — U.S. launches new wave of strikes against Iran as Tehran says diplomacy has proven futile", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/jul/13/us-iran-war-missile-strikes-news-attacks-strait-of-hormuz" }, { "name": "Jerusalem Post, July 13 — CENTCOM completes wave targeting Iranian air defenses, radars, boats and missile/drone capabilities", "url": "https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/article-902288" }, { "name": "CNBC, July 13 — CENTCOM says U.S. forces hit dozens of targets to degrade Iran's Hormuz attack capability", "url": "https://www.cnbc.com/2026/07/13/us-iran-war-hormuz-oil-trump.html" } ], "tid": "us-monday-hormuz-strike-wave-air-defense-radar-boats-jul13" }, { "date": "2026-07-13", "time": "morning", "lat": 26.2235, "lng": 50.5876, "title": "Iran continues regional retaliation as Bahrain, Kuwait and Jordan report incoming fire", "tn": "Iran Monday Gulf attacks", "side": "iran", "cas": 0, "dmg": 74, "dc": "dmg-strategic", "dl": "MONDAY RETALIATION — Bahrain sounds sirens, Kuwait engages hostile targets and Jordan says it downed four Iranian missiles", "detail": "Iran's retaliatory campaign continued into Monday after the U.S. strike wave. Bahrain, home to the U.S. Navy's 5th Fleet, sounded missile alert sirens three times, while Kuwait's armed forces said they were responding to hostile aerial targets. Jordan's military said it shot down four Iranian missiles with no casualties or material damage. Iran's Revolutionary Guards claimed attacks on U.S. military facilities in Bahrain and radar systems in Oman, extending the July 12 retaliation beyond the earlier Qatar, UAE, Bahrain and Jordan alerts and keeping regional U.S. host nations on air-defense footing.", "sources": [ { "name": "Newsday/AP, July 13 — Bahrain sirens, Kuwait interceptions and Jordan shootdown reported in U.S.-Iran Hormuz fight", "url": "https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/iran-us-hormuz-strait-war-july-13-2026-q63023" }, { "name": "CNBC, July 13 — Iran targets U.S. bases in Kuwait, Bahrain, Jordan, Oman and Qatar; sirens sound in Bahrain", "url": "https://www.cnbc.com/2026/07/13/us-iran-war-hormuz-oil-trump.html" }, { "name": "Guardian, July 13 — Kuwait responds to hostile aerial targets and Jordan downs four Iranian missiles", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/jul/13/us-iran-war-missile-strikes-news-attacks-strait-of-hormuz" } ], "tid": "iran-monday-retaliation-bahrain-kuwait-jordan-oman-jul13", "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://themedialine.org/headlines/satellite-images-show-damage-to-us-gulf-bases-as-iran-america-continue-strikes/", "source": "Soar Atlas via The Media Line/Ynet", "captureDate": "2026-07-12", "description": "The Media Line reports Soar Atlas satellite images captured Sunday showed warehouse damage at the U.S. Navy Fifth Fleet base in Bahrain and identified strike points near U.S. military buildings at Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar during Iran’s July 12-13 regional retaliation." } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-13", "time": "morning", "lat": 26.5667, "lng": 56.25, "title": "Hormuz diplomacy frays as Iran says passage is not possible and blames U.S. pressure on Oman", "tn": "Hormuz talks fray", "side": "diplomacy", "cas": 0, "dmg": 70, "dc": "dmg-strategic", "dl": "DIPLOMACY FRAYS — Iran says recent U.S. strikes made peace efforts futile while U.S. and maritime authorities insist a southern Hormuz route remains available", "detail": "Iran's Foreign Ministry condemned the latest U.S. attacks as a serious threat to international peace and security and said they had rendered months of de-escalation efforts futile. Tehran also accused Washington of exerting overt and covert pressure on Oman, preventing Saturday's Muscat talks on Hormuz transit arrangements from producing a result. Iran's Persian Gulf Strait Authority said passage through the strait was not currently possible because of U.S. military movements and that permits would resume only after stability returned, while CENTCOM and the U.S.-led Joint Maritime Information Center said some traffic was still moving and an expanded southern route near Oman remained available for two-way shipping. Oil prices rose more than 3% in early Monday trading as the dispute over control of the strait deepened.", "sources": [ { "name": "Guardian, July 13 — Iran says U.S. strikes rendered diplomacy futile and blames U.S. pressure on Oman", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/jul/13/us-iran-war-missile-strikes-news-attacks-strait-of-hormuz" }, { "name": "CNBC, July 13 — Iran accuses U.S. of pressuring Oman; oil rises as Hormuz standoff escalates", "url": "https://www.cnbc.com/2026/07/13/us-iran-war-hormuz-oil-trump.html" }, { "name": "Newsday/AP, July 13 — U.S. and Iran assert rival control over the Strait of Hormuz", "url": "https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/iran-us-hormuz-strait-war-july-13-2026-q63023" } ], "tid": "hormuz-diplomacy-frays-iran-blames-us-pressure-oman-jul13" }, { "date": "2026-07-14", "time": "early morning", "lat": 27.1839, "lng": 56.2777, "title": "U.S. completes third consecutive night of strikes across southern Iran", "tn": "U.S. Tuesday strike wave", "side": "us", "cas": 0, "dmg": 84, "dc": "dmg-heavy", "dl": "THIRD NIGHT — CENTCOM says a five-hour mission hit coastal defense, missile, drone and maritime targets across southern Iran", "detail": "U.S. Central Command said it completed a latest five-hour wave of strikes against Iran, the third consecutive night of renewed U.S. attacks after the ceasefire frayed. CENTCOM said U.S. forces struck military targets across Bushehr, Chah Bahar, Jask, Konarak, Abu Musa and Bandar Abbas, including coastal-defense systems, missile and drone sites and maritime capabilities intended to threaten commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. Iranian state-linked outlets reported explosions around Bandar Abbas, Kish, Qeshm and Abu Musa, while Iran acknowledged strikes in the listed areas without immediate full damage totals.", "sources": [ { "name": "AP, July 14 — U.S. attacks Iran early Tuesday around Abu Musa, Bandar Abbas, Bushehr, Chahbahar, Jask and Konarak", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/iran-us-hormuz-strait-war-july-14-2026-abd060c55feea216625689e57d8f76be" }, { "name": "CNBC, July 14 — CENTCOM completes five-hour mission against coastal-defense, missile, drone and maritime targets", "url": "https://www.cnbc.com/2026/07/14/us-iran-hormuz-strikes-oil-toll.html" }, { "name": "Guardian live, July 14 — Iranian media report explosions in Bandar Abbas, Kish, Qeshm and Abu Musa after renewed U.S. strikes", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/jul/14/us-iran-war-live-updates-strikes-strait-of-hormuz-middle-east-crisis-trump-latest-news" }, { "name": "The Hindu/Reuters, July 14 — CENTCOM says latest wave struck Bushehr, Chah Bahar, Jask, Konarak, Abu Musa and Bandar Abbas", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-conflict-iran-us-war-washington-strikes-tehran-donald-trump-peace-deal-strait-of-hormuz-live-updates-july-14-2026/article71219702.ece" } ], "tid": "us-third-night-strikes-southern-iran-jul14" }, { "date": "2026-07-14", "time": "pre-dawn", "lat": 25.82, "lng": 56.6, "title": "Iranian missiles hit two Emirati tankers in Hormuz, killing one sailor", "tn": "UAE tanker missile strikes", "side": "iran", "cas": 9, "dmg": 78, "dc": "dmg-heavy", "dl": "TANKERS HIT — UAE says Iranian cruise missiles struck Mombasa and Al Bahiyah in the southern Hormuz lane, killing one Indian sailor and wounding eight", "detail": "The United Arab Emirates said Iranian cruise missiles struck the Emirati tankers Mombasa and Al Bahiyah as they transited the southern Strait of Hormuz lane inside Omani territorial waters. The attack killed one Indian crew member aboard Mombasa and wounded eight other sailors, six Indians and two Ukrainians, while fires caused material damage to both vessels before being brought under control. UK Maritime Trade Operations said a tanker reported being hit by a missile about 13 nautical miles southeast of Limah, Oman, while outbound from the strait on the southern route. The UAE called the strikes a serious breach of international law and said it reserved the right to respond; India summoned Iranian diplomats over the death of its citizen.", "sources": [ { "name": "CNBC, July 14 — UAE says Iranian cruise missiles hit Mombasa and Al Bahiyah in Omani waters, killing one and injuring eight", "url": "https://www.cnbc.com/2026/07/14/us-iran-hormuz-strikes-oil-toll.html" }, { "name": "CBS News, July 14 — UAE identifies the tankers and says one Indian sailor died, eight crew wounded", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/us-iran-war-trump-ceasefire-attacks-strait-of-hormuz/" }, { "name": "Guardian live, July 14 — UKMTO says two outbound tankers were hit on the southern route 13 nautical miles southeast of Limah, Oman", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/jul/14/us-iran-war-live-updates-strikes-strait-of-hormuz-middle-east-crisis-trump-latest-news" }, { "name": "The Hindu, July 14 — India summons Iranian diplomats after Indian crew member killed in Hormuz tanker strike", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-conflict-iran-us-war-washington-strikes-tehran-donald-trump-peace-deal-strait-of-hormuz-live-updates-july-14-2026/article71219702.ece" } ], "tid": "iran-missiles-hit-uae-tankers-hormuz-indian-sailor-killed-jul14" }, { "date": "2026-07-14", "time": "morning", "lat": 26.2235, "lng": 50.5876, "title": "Iran launches renewed missile and drone attacks on Bahrain and Jordan", "tn": "Bahrain Jordan retaliation", "side": "iran", "cas": 0, "dmg": 72, "dc": "dmg-strategic", "dl": "REGIONAL RETALIATION — Bahrain sounds repeated missile sirens while IRGC claims strikes on U.S.-linked radars and facilities; Iran also claims a Jordan base attack", "detail": "Iran widened its retaliation after the latest U.S. strike wave. Bahrain, home to the U.S. Navy's Fifth Fleet, sounded missile-alert sirens repeatedly through Tuesday morning and urged residents to shelter as explosions were heard in Manama. Iran's Revolutionary Guards claimed missile and drone strikes on Bahrain, saying they targeted weapons-support warehouses, a satellite communications center, U.S. force housing and Patriot, Fifth Fleet air-control and C-RAM radar systems; independent damage confirmation remained limited. Iranian outlets and Reuters live updates also reported an IRGC claim that ballistic missiles targeted a U.S. air base in Jordan, keeping Gulf and regional U.S. host sites under attack pressure.", "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News, July 14 — Bahrain sounds missile alert for third time as Iran targets Bahrain, Jordan and tankers", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/us-iran-war-trump-ceasefire-attacks-strait-of-hormuz/" }, { "name": "The Hindu/AFP-Reuters, July 14 — IRGC claims Bahrain missile/drone strikes and radar targets; explosions heard in Manama", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-conflict-iran-us-war-washington-strikes-tehran-donald-trump-peace-deal-strait-of-hormuz-live-updates-july-14-2026/article71219702.ece" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera live, July 14 — Tehran claims attacks on U.S. military sites in Kuwait, Bahrain and Jordan", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2026/7/14/iran-war-live-us-launches-more-attacks-trump-orders-blockade-in-hormuz?update=4768253" }, { "name": "AP, July 14 — Iran responds with attacks targeting Bahrain, Jordan and two UAE-associated tankers", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/iran-us-hormuz-strait-war-july-14-2026-abd060c55feea216625689e57d8f76be" } ], "tid": "iran-renewed-bahrain-jordan-attacks-sirens-radar-claims-jul14" }, { "date": "2026-07-14", "time": "morning", "lat": 26.5667, "lng": 56.25, "title": "U.S. moves to reinstate Iran blockade and Hormuz transit fee as shipping slows sharply", "tn": "Hormuz blockade fee dispute", "side": "diplomacy", "cas": 0, "dmg": 76, "dc": "dmg-strategic", "dl": "BLOCKADE/FEE DISPUTE — Trump says U.S. will resume an Iran blockade and charge a 20% Hormuz fee while Iran rejects U.S. control and shipping traffic falls", "detail": "President Donald Trump said the United States would reinstate a blockade on Iranian shipping from 4 p.m. ET Tuesday while allowing other vessels through the Strait of Hormuz, and separately proposed charging a 20% cargo fee for U.S.-provided security. Iran's top military command said Washington had no role in deciding the strait's future, while Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said Iran would remain the strait's guardian and Iranian lawmakers began a Strait of Hormuz security bill. The International Maritime Organization said there was no legal basis for mandatory tolls in an international strait and called for free, unimpeded transit passage. Commercial disruption deepened: Kpler reported confirmed Hormuz crossings down about 52% week-on-week for July 10-12, shipowners paused transit decisions, and oil rose to a one-month high near $85 Brent.", "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News, July 14 — U.S. blockade to resume Tuesday at 4 p.m. ET; Trump floats 20% Hormuz cargo fee; IMO says no legal basis for mandatory tolls", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/us-iran-war-trump-ceasefire-attacks-strait-of-hormuz/" }, { "name": "Guardian live, July 14 — Trump says U.S. will reinstate blockade and charge fees; Iran says it remains Hormuz guardian", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/jul/14/us-iran-war-live-updates-strikes-strait-of-hormuz-middle-east-crisis-trump-latest-news" }, { "name": "CNBC, July 14 — Kpler reports confirmed Hormuz crossings down 52%; shipowners pause transit decisions as oil rises", "url": "https://www.cnbc.com/2026/07/14/us-iran-hormuz-strikes-oil-toll.html" }, { "name": "The Hindu/Reuters-AFP, July 14 — Hapag-Lloyd criticizes cargo fee, China urges safe passage, Iran parliament takes up Hormuz bill", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-conflict-iran-us-war-washington-strikes-tehran-donald-trump-peace-deal-strait-of-hormuz-live-updates-july-14-2026/article71219702.ece" } ], "tid": "us-iran-hormuz-blockade-transit-fee-shipping-slows-jul14" }, { "date": "2026-07-15", "time": "overnight", "lat": 27.2025, "lng": 60.6848, "title": "U.S. carries out fourth straight night of strikes, hitting Iranshahr barracks and southern coastal sites", "tn": "U.S. fourth-night strikes", "side": "us", "cas": 267, "dmg": 86, "dc": "dmg-heavy", "dl": "FOURTH NIGHT — CENTCOM says a seven-hour wave hit dozens of missile, drone, naval and coastal-defense targets; Iran says 7 troops were killed and 260+ people wounded", "detail": "U.S. Central Command said American fighter aircraft, drones and naval vessels launched precision munitions during a seven-hour overnight wave, the fourth consecutive night of renewed strikes, against dozens of Iranian missile and drone sites, naval capabilities and coastal-defense systems meant to threaten commercial shipping and civilian crews in the Strait of Hormuz. Iranian officials said the latest U.S. attacks wounded more than 260 people. Iran's army said 13 missiles hit guesthouses, guard posts and accommodation facilities at a base near Bampur/Iranshahr in southeastern Iran, killing at least seven military personnel and wounding others, while Iranian state media also reported fresh strikes on three locations in Bushehr.", "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News live, July 15 — CENTCOM reports fourth consecutive night and seven-hour wave against dozens of Iranian targets", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/us-iran-war-trump-ceasefire-attacks-strait-of-hormuz/" }, { "name": "The Hindu/AP-Reuters-AFP, July 15 — 260+ wounded, seven killed near Iranshahr/Bampur, Bushehr hit again", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-conflict-iran-us-war-washington-strikes-tehran-donald-trump-peace-deal-strait-of-hormuz-live-updates-july-15-2026/article71223849.ece" }, { "name": "Gulf News/AP, July 15 — U.S. fourth day of strikes, Iranshahr deaths and Bushehr attacks reported", "url": "https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/kuwait-intercepts-iranian-drones-bahrain-sounds-air-raid-sirens-as-us-reimposes-naval-blockade-amid-escalating-iran-tensions-1.500608264" } ], "tid": "us-fourth-night-strikes-iranshahr-bushehr-jul15" }, { "date": "2026-07-15", "time": "pre-dawn", "lat": 29.3375, "lng": 47.6581, "title": "Iranian retaliation hits Kuwait while Jordan downs three missiles and Bahrain sounds sirens", "tn": "Kuwait Jordan Bahrain retaliation", "side": "iran", "cas": 4, "dmg": 79, "dc": "dmg-heavy", "dl": "GULF RETALIATION — Kuwait reports dozens of missiles and drones intercepted and a naval vessel hit; Jordan downs three missiles and Bahrain sounds sirens", "detail": "Iran expanded its overnight retaliation against U.S.-aligned regional sites after the U.S. reimposed the Iran blockade and continued strikes. Kuwait's military said it confronted hostile drone attacks and had earlier detected and intercepted dozens of Iranian drones and missiles; it also said a Kuwaiti naval vessel was targeted, wounding four service members. Jordan's army said air defenses shot down three Iranian ballistic missiles that entered its airspace at dawn, with no casualties or material damage. Bahrain sounded alert sirens again, while the IRGC said it targeted U.S. Fifth Fleet command-and-control, logistics, fuel and equipment facilities in Bahrain and Iranian state TV said attacks also targeted U.S. sites in Jordan and Kuwait.", "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News live, July 15 — Jordan downs three missiles; Kuwait and Bahrain report incoming fire; Kuwaiti warship targeted", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/us-iran-war-trump-ceasefire-attacks-strait-of-hormuz/" }, { "name": "The Hindu/AP-Reuters-AFP, July 15 — Iran claims attacks on Jordan, Kuwait and U.S. Fifth Fleet facilities in Bahrain", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-conflict-iran-us-war-washington-strikes-tehran-donald-trump-peace-deal-strait-of-hormuz-live-updates-july-15-2026/article71223849.ece" }, { "name": "Gulf News/AP, July 15 — Kuwait intercepts missiles and drones, Bahrain sounds sirens, naval vessel hit", "url": "https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/kuwait-intercepts-iranian-drones-bahrain-sounds-air-raid-sirens-as-us-reimposes-naval-blockade-amid-escalating-iran-tensions-1.500608264" } ], "tid": "iran-kuwait-jordan-bahrain-retaliation-jul15" }, { "date": "2026-07-15", "time": "morning", "lat": 26.5667, "lng": 56.25, "title": "Iran threatens to halt all regional energy exports after U.S. blockade resumes", "tn": "Iran energy export threat", "side": "diplomacy", "cas": 0, "dmg": 82, "dc": "dmg-strategic", "dl": "ENERGY ROUTE THREAT — IRGC says Hormuz will stay closed until U.S. attacks end and warns regional oil and gas exports will be 'for everyone or for no one'", "detail": "After the U.S. military reimposed a blockade on Iranian ports, Iran's Revolutionary Guards threatened to halt all West Asia energy exports and warned that other oil and gas export routes serving U.S. and allied interests could also be closed. The Guards said the Strait of Hormuz would remain closed until the United States ended its acts of aggression and framed regional energy exports as 'for everyone or for no one.' The renewed blockade, Iranian shipping attacks and threats to additional routes further undermined the interim deal's 60-day negotiating window, pushed oil prices higher and hardened the dispute over who controls passage through the strait.", "sources": [ { "name": "AP, July 15 — Tehran threatens to halt all Middle East energy exports after U.S. reimposes blockade", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/iran-us-hormuz-strait-war-july-15-2026-b7c592f269d822407dd6b5641602bf25" }, { "name": "The Hindu/AP, July 15 — IRGC threatens to halt all West Asia energy exports over the blockade", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-conflict-iran-us-war-washington-strikes-tehran-donald-trump-peace-deal-strait-of-hormuz-live-updates-july-15-2026/article71223849.ece" }, { "name": "Channels/AFP, July 15 — Hormuz to remain closed until U.S. ends acts of aggression; other export routes threatened", "url": "https://www.channelstv.com/2026/07/15/hormuz-to-remain-closed-till-us-ends-acts-of-aggression-iran/" }, { "name": "Guardian, July 14 — Trump withdraws Hormuz toll but says U.S. blockade of Iranian ports will continue", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/jul/14/us-strikes-iran-bahrain-jordan-uae-tankers" } ], "tid": "iran-threatens-regional-energy-exports-hormuz-closed-jul15" }, { "date": "2026-07-16", "time": "early morning", "lat": 27.1832, "lng": 56.2666, "title": "U.S. expands Iran strike campaign to Bandar Abbas, Greater Tunb and northern provinces", "tn": "U.S. Bandar Abbas strike wave", "side": "us", "cas": 335, "dmg": 88, "dc": "dmg-heavy", "dl": "EXPANDED STRIKES — CENTCOM says U.S. forces hit command, air-defense, missile, drone and coastal-surveillance targets, including Bandar Abbas and Greater Tunb; Iranian reports say strikes reached Tehran-area and northern/western provinces", "detail": "U.S. Central Command said it completed another strike wave ordered by President Trump, hitting Iranian command centers, air-defense sites, missile and drone capabilities, and coastal-surveillance facilities in multiple locations, including Bandar Abbas, Iran's main port and a key navy/IRGC hub on the Strait of Hormuz. CENTCOM also said an earlier 90-minute wave struck coastal-defense and cruise-missile sites on Greater Tunb Island. Iranian state media reported air defenses activated around Tehran and explosions or strikes in Semnan, Lorestan, Hamedan, Hormozgan, Khuzestan, Markazi and Sistan and Baluchestan, marking the first reported reach toward Tehran in this renewed U.S. campaign. Iranian officials said the current U.S. strike cycle had killed more than 35 people and wounded more than 300.", "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News live, July 16 — U.S. strikes continue, reaching Tehran-area and northern/western Iran; CENTCOM wraps latest Bandar Abbas wave", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-us-war-trump-strait-of-hormuz-persian-gulf-strikes/" }, { "name": "The Hindu/AP-Reuters-AFP live, July 16 — U.S. hits Bandar Abbas and Greater Tunb; Tehran defenses and explosions in Lorestan/Semnan reported", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-war-iran-us-conflict-washington-tehran-air-strikes-strait-of-hormuz-live-updates-july-16-2026/article71228351.ece" }, { "name": "Reuters via The Business Standard, July 16 — CENTCOM says targets included Bandar Abbas command, air-defense, missile/drone and coastal-surveillance facilities", "url": "https://www.tbsnews.net/worldbiz/middle-east/us-military-says-it-completed-latest-strikes-iran-targets-included-bandar-abbas" }, { "name": "AP via ClickOrlando, July 16 — U.S. expands strikes into northern Iran and multiple provinces; casualty totals exceed 35 killed and 300 wounded", "url": "https://www.clickorlando.com/news/world/2026/07/16/us-strikes-targets-in-northern-iran-as-it-also-disables-ship-trying-to-run-the-blockade/" } ], "tid": "us-expanded-strikes-bandar-abbas-tehran-greater-tunb-jul16" }, { "date": "2026-07-16", "time": "pre-dawn", "lat": 31.8333, "lng": 36.7833, "title": "Iran fires missiles and drones at U.S.-linked sites in Jordan, Kuwait and Bahrain", "tn": "Iran Jordan Kuwait Bahrain strikes", "side": "iran", "cas": 0, "dmg": 80, "dc": "dmg-heavy", "dl": "REGIONAL RETALIATION — IRGC says it launched two missile waves at U.S. bases in Jordan; Iranian army claims drone strikes on Ali Al Salem and Sheikh Isa as Kuwait intercepts drones and Bahrain sounds sirens", "detail": "Iran escalated its regional retaliation before dawn after the latest U.S. strikes. The IRGC said its aerospace force launched two waves of ballistic missiles at U.S. bases in Jordan, claiming the bases had been used to strike Iran; Jordan's military said it shot down eight Iranian missiles targeting the kingdom. Iranian state media said the army also used drones against U.S. communication systems and fuel-storage facilities in Jordan, radar systems, a Patriot air-defense system and fuel storage at Kuwait's Ali Al Salem Air Base, and U.S. military facilities at Bahrain's Sheikh Isa Air Base. Kuwait said it intercepted Iranian drone attacks and Bahrain urged residents to seek shelter as sirens sounded. No immediate casualties or confirmed damage were reported by the targeted countries.", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu/AP-AFP live, July 16 — Jordan says it shot down eight missiles; IRGC claims U.S. base in Jordan; drone attacks in Kuwait and Bahrain", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-war-iran-us-conflict-washington-tehran-air-strikes-strait-of-hormuz-live-updates-july-16-2026/article71228351.ece" }, { "name": "CBS News live, July 16 — Iran says it struck U.S. targets in Jordan, Kuwait and Bahrain; Kuwait intercepts drones and Bahrain urges shelter", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-us-war-trump-strait-of-hormuz-persian-gulf-strikes/" }, { "name": "AP via ClickOrlando, July 16 — Iran retaliates with missile and drone fire targeting U.S. allies in Bahrain, Jordan and Kuwait", "url": "https://www.clickorlando.com/news/world/2026/07/16/us-strikes-targets-in-northern-iran-as-it-also-disables-ship-trying-to-run-the-blockade/" } ], "tid": "iran-jordan-kuwait-bahrain-missile-drone-retaliation-jul16" }, { "date": "2026-07-16", "time": "morning", "lat": 29.2381, "lng": 50.3075, "title": "U.S. disables tanker near Kharg Island as Hormuz traffic drops under renewed blockade", "tn": "Belma tanker disabled", "side": "us", "cas": 0, "dmg": 78, "dc": "dmg-strategic", "dl": "BLOCKADE ENFORCEMENT — CENTCOM says a U.S. aircraft disabled the Curacao-flagged M/T Belma after it ignored warnings toward Kharg Island; shipping data shows Hormuz crossings fell with no VLCC or LNG transits visible", "detail": "The U.S. military said it fired on and disabled the empty Curacao-flagged oil tanker M/T Belma as it sailed in international waters toward Kharg Island, Iran's main oil export terminal, after the vessel allegedly ignored multiple warnings under the renewed U.S. blockade of Iranian ports. CENTCOM said a U.S. aircraft fired Hellfire missiles into the ship's smokestack and that the vessel was no longer transiting to Iran. The enforcement action came as shipping data showed Hormuz traffic slipping after the blockade resumed: Kpler data cited by Reuters counted nine vessels crossing the strait on July 15, down from 13 the previous day, with no Very Large Crude Carrier or LNG tanker visibly passing through. Iran simultaneously called Hormuz an invincible red line and warned it would target infrastructure across the region if the United States struck Iranian infrastructure.", "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News live, July 16 — CENTCOM says U.S. disabled Curacao-flagged M/T Belma headed toward Kharg Island", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-us-war-trump-strait-of-hormuz-persian-gulf-strikes/" }, { "name": "AP via ClickOrlando, July 16 — U.S. aircraft disables tanker trying to run Iran blockade; Iran warns on Hormuz red line", "url": "https://www.clickorlando.com/news/world/2026/07/16/us-strikes-targets-in-northern-iran-as-it-also-disables-ship-trying-to-run-the-blockade/" }, { "name": "The Hindu/Reuters live, July 16 — nine vessels crossed Hormuz after blockade, with no VLCC or LNG tanker visibly passing", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-war-iran-us-conflict-washington-tehran-air-strikes-strait-of-hormuz-live-updates-july-16-2026/article71228351.ece" } ], "tid": "us-disables-belma-tanker-kharg-hormuz-traffic-drop-jul16" }, { "date": "2026-07-17", "time": "early morning", "lat": 26.9521, "lng": 55.5859, "title": "U.S. sixth-night strike wave hits Iranian bridges, ports and transport infrastructure", "tn": "Bandar Khamir Chabahar infrastructure strikes", "side": "us", "cas": 28, "dmg": 90, "dc": "dmg-heavy", "dl": "SIXTH NIGHT / INFRASTRUCTURE — CENTCOM says dozens of targets were hit; Iranian reports say bridges, airports, rail and port infrastructure were struck, with at least 8 killed and 20 wounded overnight", "detail": "U.S. Central Command said fighter jets, drones and warships completed a sixth consecutive night of strikes early Friday, hitting dozens of Iranian military targets including coastal surveillance and air-defense sites, military logistics infrastructure and maritime capabilities. Iranian state media and wire reports said the strikes increasingly hit infrastructure: six bridges in Hormozgan province, including bridges around Bandar Khamir, Chabahar port's maritime/control tower, Iranshahr airport, Bandar Abbas railway facilities and sites around Bushehr and western/southern Iran. Iranian state media reported at least eight people killed and 20 wounded overnight, including seven killed in bridge attacks in Bandar Khamir; CBS separately cited three killed and nine wounded in Hormozgan bridge strikes plus additional injuries at rail and port sites.", "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News live, July 17 — CENTCOM reports sixth consecutive night; airport, bridges and Bandar Abbas rail junction hit", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-us-war-trump-strait-of-hormuz-persian-gulf-strikes/" }, { "name": "The Hindu/AP-Reuters-AFP live, July 17 — U.S. expands strikes to bridges and Chabahar port; overnight toll reported at 8 killed, 20 wounded", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-war-us-iran-conflict-washington-strikes-tehran-donald-trump-strait-of-hormuz-live-updates-july-17-2026/article71232634.ece" }, { "name": "Gulf News, July 17 — sixth consecutive major strike wave hits coastal surveillance, air defenses, logistics and maritime capabilities", "url": "https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-iran-war-what-uae-residents-need-to-know-today-july-17-1.500610737" }, { "name": "Times of India live, July 17 — Chabahar maritime control tower hit for third time; Lorestan strike and power-infrastructure pressure reported", "url": "https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/middle-east/us-iran-war-news-live-updates-us-airstrike-iran-tehran-strait-of-hormuz-donald-trump-ceasefire-deal-latest-updates/liveblog/132450774.cms" } ], "tid": "us-sixth-night-strikes-bridges-chabahar-transport-jul17" }, { "date": "2026-07-17", "time": "morning", "lat": 25.2854, "lng": 51.531, "title": "Iran widens retaliation to Qatar, Jordan, Kuwait, Oman and Syria", "tn": "Iran Gulf regional retaliation", "side": "iran", "cas": 1, "dmg": 83, "dc": "dmg-heavy", "dl": "REGIONAL RETALIATION — Qatar intercepts a missile attack with a child injured by debris; Jordan downs three missiles; Iran claims strikes on U.S.-linked sites in Oman, Kuwait, Syria and Jordan", "detail": "Iran launched a new round of regional retaliation after the sixth night of U.S. strikes. Qatar said its armed forces intercepted a missile attack and that a child was injured by falling debris; booms were heard in Doha and authorities issued security alerts. Jordan said air defenses intercepted three Iranian missiles that entered its airspace without casualties or damage. Kuwait reported hostile missile and drone attacks under interception, while the IRGC claimed attacks on U.S.-linked radar sites in Oman's Salamah Rocks and Ghanam area, a U.S. special-operations command center at Al-Tanf in Syria, U.S. military facilities in Kuwait, and U.S. aircraft in Jordan. Several Iranian claims remained unverified by the targeted countries, but the attacks broadened the war's geographic footprint across the Gulf and Levant.", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu/AP-Reuters-AFP live, July 17 — Qatar child injured; Jordan intercepts missiles; IRGC claims Oman, Syria and Jordan attacks", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-war-us-iran-conflict-washington-strikes-tehran-donald-trump-strait-of-hormuz-live-updates-july-17-2026/article71232634.ece" }, { "name": "Gulf News, July 17 — Kuwait intercepts hostile missiles/drones; Qatar repels missile attack; Iran warns over Hormuz", "url": "https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-iran-war-what-uae-residents-need-to-know-today-july-17-1.500610737" }, { "name": "Times of India live, July 17 — IRGC claims attacks on U.S. radar in Oman, Al-Tanf in Syria, Kuwait base and U.S. aircraft in Jordan", "url": "https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/middle-east/us-iran-war-news-live-updates-us-airstrike-iran-tehran-strait-of-hormuz-donald-trump-ceasefire-deal-latest-updates/liveblog/132450774.cms" }, { "name": "CBS News live, July 17 — Iran has repeatedly attacked U.S. allies while U.S. strikes continue", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-us-war-trump-strait-of-hormuz-persian-gulf-strikes/" } ], "tid": "iran-qatar-jordan-kuwait-oman-syria-retaliation-jul17" }, { "date": "2026-07-17", "time": "morning", "lat": 26.5667, "lng": 56.25, "title": "Hormuz commodity traffic falls to three ships as blockade enforcement expands", "tn": "Hormuz traffic collapse blockade enforcement", "side": "diplomacy", "cas": 0, "dmg": 86, "dc": "dmg-strategic", "dl": "SHIPPING COLLAPSE — Kpler/LSEG data show only three commodity vessels crossed Hormuz on July 16; U.S. says Marines boarded M/T Wen Yao and three vessels were redirected under the blockade", "detail": "Shipping through the Strait of Hormuz deteriorated sharply as the U.S.-Iran exchange widened. Reuters-cited Kpler data showed only three commodity vessels crossed the strait on Thursday, the lowest daily count since May, with the sanctioned tanker Miraan and LPG carrier Norita exiting via the Iranian route but stopping near the Gulf of Oman blockade area, and Arolia turning back after exiting. U.S. Central Command said Marines boarded the M/T Wen Yao in the Gulf of Oman to verify compliance and that U.S. forces had redirected three commercial vessels attempting to evade the renewed blockade, in addition to disabling the M/T Belma the previous day. UKMTO also reported a tanker hit by an unknown projectile east of Khasab, Oman, with crew safe and no environmental impact, underscoring persistent maritime risk.", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu/Reuters live, July 17 — only three commodity vessels crossed Hormuz; Miraan, Norita and Arolia movements reported; tanker hit east of Khasab", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-war-us-iran-conflict-washington-strikes-tehran-donald-trump-strait-of-hormuz-live-updates-july-17-2026/article71232634.ece" }, { "name": "CBS News live, July 16-17 — Marines board M/T Wen Yao; three vessels redirected and Belma disabled under blockade", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-us-war-trump-strait-of-hormuz-persian-gulf-strikes/" }, { "name": "Gulf News, July 17 — Wen Yao boarding and ongoing Hormuz/ Gulf of Oman blockade enforcement", "url": "https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-iran-war-what-uae-residents-need-to-know-today-july-17-1.500610737" }, { "name": "Times of India live, July 17 — three commodity vessels cross Hormuz; tanker hit by unknown projectile off Oman", "url": "https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/middle-east/us-iran-war-news-live-updates-us-airstrike-iran-tehran-strait-of-hormuz-donald-trump-ceasefire-deal-latest-updates/liveblog/132450774.cms" } ], "tid": "hormuz-three-vessels-wen-yao-boarding-tanker-hit-jul17" }, { "date": "2026-07-17", "time": "midday", "lat": 35.5572, "lng": 45.4351, "title": "Suspected Iranian missile and drone strike hits Kurdish dissident camp in Iraq", "tn": "Sulaimaniyah Kurdish dissident strike", "side": "iran", "cas": 9, "dmg": 70, "dc": "dmg-heavy", "dl": "IRAQ SPILLOVER — Komala officials say missiles and drones hit a Kurdish opposition camp near Sulaimaniyah, killing at least eight to nine fighters/members and wounding others", "detail": "The war spilled further into Iraq's Kurdistan region when an Iranian Kurdish opposition camp near Zargwezala/Sulaimaniyah was struck by missiles and drones. Komala officials told AP and AFP that Iran was believed to be responsible, reporting at least eight members killed and others wounded; AP cited at least nine killed. Iran did not immediately claim responsibility, but it has repeatedly targeted Iranian Kurdish dissident groups based in Iraq. The attack came alongside drone interceptions over Erbil and a broader Iranian retaliation campaign against U.S.-linked targets across the region.", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu/AP-AFP live, July 17 — suspected Iranian attack near Sulaimaniyah kills at least nine/eight Komala members", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-war-us-iran-conflict-washington-strikes-tehran-donald-trump-strait-of-hormuz-live-updates-july-17-2026/article71232634.ece" }, { "name": "Times of India live, July 17 — Rudaw/Komala report six missiles hit Zarkwezla headquarters, killing eight Kurdish fighters", "url": "https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/middle-east/us-iran-war-news-live-updates-us-airstrike-iran-tehran-strait-of-hormuz-donald-trump-ceasefire-deal-latest-updates/liveblog/132450774.cms" } ], "tid": "suspected-iran-strike-komala-sulaimaniyah-iraq-jul17" }, { "date": "2026-07-18", "time": "early morning", "lat": 31.8974, "lng": 54.3569, "title": "U.S. seventh-night strike wave pushes deeper into Iran and cuts village water supplies", "tn": "U.S. seventh-night strikes Yazd Hormozgan", "side": "us", "cas": 11, "dmg": 88, "dc": "dmg-heavy", "dl": "SEVENTH NIGHT / INTERIOR STRIKES — CENTCOM says surveillance, logistics, underground weapons and maritime targets were hit; Iranian reports cite explosions in Yazd and southern provinces, 3 killed and 8 wounded in Hormozgan, and water cut to 20 villages", "detail": "U.S. Central Command said fighter aircraft, drones and warships completed a seventh consecutive night of strikes, targeting Iranian surveillance sites, military logistics infrastructure, underground weapons storage and maritime capabilities. Iranian state media reported explosions in Yazd and several southern provinces, with IRNA saying U.S. strikes killed three people and wounded eight in Hormozgan. Al Jazeera, citing Iran's national water company, reported that overnight U.S. attacks left about 10,000 people across 20 villages in southern Iran without water. The strike wave showed the renewed U.S. campaign moving beyond coastal-defense targets into transport, energy and water-linked infrastructure while Washington continued to frame the attacks as degradation of military capabilities.", "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News live, July 18 — CENTCOM says seventh consecutive night hit surveillance, logistics, underground weapons and maritime capabilities", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-trump-strait-of-hormuz-attacks-persian-gulf/" }, { "name": "The Hindu/AP-AFP live, July 18 — U.S. strikes kill three and wound eight in Hormozgan; explosions reported in Yazd and southern provinces", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-war-us-strikes-iran-tehran-hits-usa-military-sites-in-kuwait-jordan-live-updates-july-18-2026/article71236973.ece" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera live, July 18 — Iran says U.S. attacks cut water to 10,000 people across 20 villages", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2026/7/18/iran-war-live-us-and-iran-exchange-attacks-for-7th-consecutive-night" }, { "name": "Guardian, July 17-18 — seventh-night U.S. strikes reported in Sirik, Ahvaz and Yazd as infrastructure targeting expands", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/jul/17/us-launches-seventh-night-of-iran-strikes-as-hormuz-conflict-escalates" } ], "tid": "us-seventh-night-strikes-yazd-hormozgan-water-jul18" }, { "date": "2026-07-18", "time": "morning", "lat": 29.3375, "lng": 47.6581, "title": "Iran renews attacks on Kuwait, Bahrain and Jordan, hitting energy and U.S.-linked sites", "tn": "Iran Kuwait Bahrain Jordan strikes", "side": "iran", "cas": 4, "dmg": 86, "dc": "dmg-heavy", "dl": "GULF INFRASTRUCTURE STRIKES — Kuwait says a second power/water plant was hit; Iran claims attacks on Ali Al-Salem, Al-Adiri, Al-Ahmadi port, Sheikh Isa Air Base and Al-Azraq as Jordan says it downed 10 missiles", "detail": "Iran widened and renewed its regional retaliation after the seventh U.S. strike wave. Iran's army said it hit U.S. military targets in Kuwait and Jordan, including Al-Adiri camp, Ali Al-Salem base, communications bridges and fuel tanks at Jordan's Al-Azraq base. The IRGC separately claimed strikes on Bahrain's Sheikh Isa Air Base and Batelco intelligence data center, plus a U.S. naval fuel-support pier at Kuwait's Al-Ahmadi port and a U.S. signals and communications center. Kuwait said hostile attacks triggered air-defense interceptions and hit another power and water distillation plant, causing a fire and deactivating several power-generation units, while Bahrain sounded air sirens for a second time and Jordan said it shot down 10 Iranian missiles without casualties or damage. CBS also reported that several U.S. service members had been wounded in earlier Iranian attacks on Jordanian bases during the week.", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu/AP-AFP-Reuters live, July 18 — Iran claims Kuwait, Jordan and Bahrain strikes; Kuwait says second power/water plant hit; Bahrain sirens sound", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-war-us-strikes-iran-tehran-hits-usa-military-sites-in-kuwait-jordan-live-updates-july-18-2026/article71236973.ece" }, { "name": "Guardian, July 17-18 — Iran targets Sheikh Isa Air Base, Al-Ahmadi port and Kuwait communications sites; Kuwait airport suspended operations", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/jul/17/us-launches-seventh-night-of-iran-strikes-as-hormuz-conflict-escalates" }, { "name": "CBS News live, July 18 — Jordan says it shot down 10 missiles; several U.S. service members injured in Jordanian base attacks this week", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-trump-strait-of-hormuz-attacks-persian-gulf/" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera live, July 18 — Iran says it hit U.S. assets in Bahrain, Jordan and Kuwait; Kuwait reports fire at power/desalination plant", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2026/7/18/iran-war-live-us-and-iran-exchange-attacks-for-7th-consecutive-night" } ], "tid": "iran-kuwait-bahrain-jordan-energy-us-sites-jul18" }, { "date": "2026-07-18", "time": "morning", "lat": 26.5667, "lng": 56.25, "title": "Hormuz vessel confrontation deepens with ship seizures, mine claims and Kharg tanker strike", "tn": "Hormuz ship seizures mine claims Kharg tanker", "side": "diplomacy", "cas": 0, "dmg": 89, "dc": "dmg-strategic", "dl": "MARITIME ESCALATION — IRGC claims it stopped four ships and says two tankers hit mines, a claim the U.S. denies; reports say Iran attacked a Thai-flagged vessel and the U.S. struck the empty Belma tanker again at Kharg Island", "detail": "The Strait of Hormuz confrontation escalated on both sides of the competing blockade/transit regime. Iran's Revolutionary Guards claimed they had stopped four ships attempting to transit the waterway and said two oil tankers directed by deceptive American intelligence had exploded after hitting mines; the U.S. military quickly denied the tanker-mine claim as false. Indian Express and Guardian reports said Iran's Tasnim news agency reported an attack on a Thai-flagged vessel that allegedly tried to cross without IRGC permission. Iranian state media and Bushehr provincial officials also said U.S. missiles struck the empty Belma oil tanker again while it was docked at Kharg Island, Iran's main oil export terminal, after the United States had disabled the same tanker under the blockade earlier in the week. The conflicting claims and attacks further froze Hormuz traffic and reinforced the strait as the war's central economic front.", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu/AP-Reuters live, July 18 — IRGC says two tankers hit mines and four ships were stopped; U.S. denies mine claim", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-war-us-strikes-iran-tehran-hits-usa-military-sites-in-kuwait-jordan-live-updates-july-18-2026/article71236973.ece" }, { "name": "Indian Express live, July 18 — Iran says it attacked a Thai-flagged vessel; Bushehr official says U.S. struck tanker at Kharg Island", "url": "https://indianexpress.com/article/world/us-iran-war-live-updates-airstrikes-regional-allies-attacks-escalation-trump-10791825/" }, { "name": "Guardian, July 17-18 — Thai-flagged vessel targeted; empty Kharg Island tanker hit; U.S. denies IRGC tanker-mine claim", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/jul/17/us-launches-seventh-night-of-iran-strikes-as-hormuz-conflict-escalates" }, { "name": "Anadolu, July 18 — Bushehr official says empty Belma N.I.22 tanker at Kharg Island was hit by U.S. missiles for second time in two days", "url": "https://www.aa.com.tr/en/us-israel-iran-war/us-missiles-strike-empty-oil-tanker-at-irans-kharg-island-for-second-time-in-2-days/4001718" } ], "tid": "hormuz-ships-mines-belma-kharg-tanker-jul18" }, { "date": "2026-07-18", "time": "late morning", "lat": 35.6892, "lng": 51.389, "title": "Tehran threatens full-scale offensive operations if U.S. strikes continue", "tn": "Iran full-scale offensive warning", "side": "diplomacy", "cas": 0, "dmg": 74, "dc": "dmg-strategic", "dl": "ESCALATION WARNING — Major General Mohsen Rezaei says Iran may stop limiting itself to like-for-like retaliation and warns that no political border will be safe if U.S. strikes continue", "detail": "Iran signaled a possible shift from calibrated retaliation to broader offensive operations. Major General Mohsen Rezaei, quoted by state-controlled IRIB and AFP, said Tehran would resume 'full-scale offensive operations' if U.S. strikes continued in the coming days and would no longer limit itself to retaliatory, like-for-like responses, warning that 'no political border will be safe.' The warning followed IRGC statements that countries hosting U.S. bases would pay a severe price if Washington kept attacking civilian infrastructure, and it came as Iran struck or claimed strikes across Kuwait, Bahrain, Jordan, Qatar and other regional sites. The statement raised the risk that the next phase of the war could expand beyond the current tit-for-tat pattern around Hormuz and U.S.-linked bases.", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu/AFP live, July 18 — Mohsen Rezaei threatens full-scale offensive operations and says no political border will be safe", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/west-asia-war-us-strikes-iran-tehran-hits-usa-military-sites-in-kuwait-jordan-live-updates-july-18-2026/article71236973.ece" }, { "name": "Indian Express live, July 18 — senior Iranian adviser warns of full-scale offensive if U.S. strikes continue through weekend", "url": "https://indianexpress.com/article/world/us-iran-war-live-updates-airstrikes-regional-allies-attacks-escalation-trump-10791825/" }, { "name": "Guardian, July 17-18 — IRGC warns hosts of U.S. bases of devastating price for infrastructure strikes", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/jul/17/us-launches-seventh-night-of-iran-strikes-as-hormuz-conflict-escalates" }, { "name": "CNN live, July 18 — continued U.S. strikes risk full-scale retaliatory attacks, Iran warns", "url": "https://www.cnn.com/2026/07/18/world/live-news/iran-war-trump" } ], "tid": "iran-full-scale-offensive-warning-jul18" }, { "date": "2026-07-19", "time": "~01:30 IRST / late July 18 ET", "lat": 26.5217, "lng": 57.1033, "title": "U.S. eighth-night strike wave targets IRGC units after deadly Jordan base attack", "tn": "U.S. eighth-night strikes Sirik IRGC", "side": "us", "cas": 2, "dmg": 90, "dc": "dmg-strategic", "dl": "EIGHTH NIGHT / PUNITIVE STRIKES — CENTCOM says coastal surveillance, air defenses, maritime capabilities and missile/drone storage were hit, plus IRGC forces tied to a Jordan attack that killed 2 U.S. troops and left 1 missing", "detail": "U.S. Central Command said it completed an eighth consecutive night of strikes against Iran at 11:30 p.m. ET on July 18, hitting Iranian coastal surveillance and air-defense facilities, maritime capabilities, and missile and drone storage sites. CENTCOM said American forces also targeted IRGC units that launched the July 17 missile and drone attack on Muwaffaq Salti Air Base in Jordan, where two U.S. service members were killed, one remained missing and four required hospitalization. Iranian state media reported a strike near Sirik in Hormozgan province around 1:30 a.m. local time, close to the Strait of Hormuz. The operation marked the first U.S. strike wave explicitly framed as punishment for direct Iranian-caused U.S. combat deaths in the renewed phase of the war.", "sources": [ { "name": "DVIDS/CENTCOM, July 18-19 — U.S. completes eighth consecutive night of strikes against Iran", "url": "https://www.dvidshub.net/news/570270/us-completes-8th-consecutive-night-strikes-against-iran" }, { "name": "The Hindu/AP, July 19 — U.S. launches strikes to punish Iran for deaths of U.S. troops; Sirik targeted around 1:30 a.m.", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/us-military-launches-new-airstrikes-to-swiftly-punish-iran-for-deaths-of-us-troops/article71240534.ece" }, { "name": "Air & Space Forces Magazine, July 18 — two U.S. troops killed, one missing and four wounded at Muwaffaq Salti Air Base", "url": "https://www.airandspaceforces.com/2-americans-killed-one-missing-as-iran-attacks-u-s-base-in-jordan/" }, { "name": "Fox News live, July 18-19 — CENTCOM says eighth-night strikes targeted IRGC forces after Jordan attack", "url": "https://www.foxnews.com/live-news/iran-war-trump-israel-hormuz-oil-july-18-2026" } ], "tid": "us-eighth-night-strikes-sirik-irgc-jordan-deaths-jul19", "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://www.avapress.com/en/news/360716/new-satellite-images-released-of-iranian-attacks-on-us-base-in-jordan", "source": "Commercial satellite imagery via Tasnim/AVA", "captureDate": "2026-07-18", "description": "AVA/Tasnim report satellite images of the Iranian attack on Muwaffaq Salti Air Base in Jordan showing projectile impacts around a shed near the runway, helicopters nearby, logistics/runway-section damage, and a claimed hit on an anti-drone surveillance/monitoring point." } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-19", "time": "early morning", "lat": 29.3467, "lng": 47.5208, "title": "Iran launches new drone and missile wave at U.S. bases in Kuwait", "tn": "Iran Kuwait bases drone wave", "side": "iran", "cas": 0, "dmg": 87, "dc": "dmg-heavy", "dl": "KUWAIT BASE ATTACKS — Iran says Operation Thunderbolt drones hit Camp Udairi and Ali Al Salem; Kuwait says air defenses are confronting hostile missile and drone salvos after warning sirens in Kuwait City", "detail": "Iran's army said it carried out successive phases of Operation Thunderbolt against U.S. facilities in Kuwait, using explosive drones against Camp Udairi and Ali Al Salem Air Base. Iranian state media said the attacks targeted an ammunition depot at Camp Udairi, Patriot radar and air-surveillance radar at Ali Al Salem, then a second wave against equipment storage and personnel shelters. Kuwait's military said early Sunday that its air defenses were confronting hostile Iranian missile and drone attacks, and an AFP journalist reported warning sirens in Kuwait City. The renewed barrage followed the eighth U.S. strike wave and extended the previous day's Iranian attacks on Kuwaiti power, water and oil infrastructure.", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu/AFP live, July 19 — Iran says drones targeted Camp Udairi and Ali Al Salem; Kuwait responds to hostile missile and drone attacks", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-war-july-19-2026-live-updates-kuwait-us/article71240587.ece" }, { "name": "Tasnim, July 19 — Iran's army says Operation Thunderbolt hit U.S. bases in Kuwait", "url": "https://www.tasnimnews.ir/en/news/2026/07/19/3650688/iran-s-army-launches-retaliatory-drone-attacks-on-us-bases-in-kuwait" }, { "name": "Fox News live, July 18-19 — Kuwait responding to new Iranian missile and drone attacks; Iran claims drone strikes on two U.S. bases", "url": "https://www.foxnews.com/live-news/iran-war-trump-israel-hormuz-oil-july-18-2026" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera, July 18 — earlier Iranian retaliation hit Kuwait desalination and energy infrastructure as Gulf attacks widened", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/7/18/iran-accuses-us-of-striking-critical-infrastructure-as-war-intensifies" } ], "tid": "iran-kuwait-us-bases-drone-missile-wave-jul19" }, { "date": "2026-07-19", "time": "early morning", "lat": 36.1911, "lng": 44.0092, "title": "Drone strike wounds Iranian Kurdish dissidents near Irbil as regional spillover grows", "tn": "Irbil Kurdish dissident drone strike", "side": "iran", "cas": 8, "dmg": 55, "dc": "dmg-moderate", "dl": "IRAQ SPILLOVER — Kurdistan Freedom Party official says a drone hit its base near Irbil, wounding 8, while residents heard air defenses after several days of attacks around the Kurdish capital", "detail": "A drone struck a base of the Kurdistan Freedom Party, an Iranian Kurdish dissident group, near Irbil in northern Iraq early Sunday, wounding eight members, according to a military official with the group cited by AP. Residents also reported explosions from air defenses around Irbil, which had been targeted repeatedly over the previous four days during the U.S.-Iran escalation. No group immediately claimed responsibility, but AP noted that both Iran and Iran-backed Iraqi militias have previously attacked the Kurdish region, where U.S. troops and armed Iranian Kurdish dissident groups are present. The incident added a second Iraq spillover point after the suspected July 17 strike on a Komala camp near Sulaimaniyah.", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu/AP, July 19 — drone strike near Irbil wounds 8 Kurdistan Freedom Party members", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/us-military-launches-new-airstrikes-to-swiftly-punish-iran-for-deaths-of-us-troops/article71240534.ece" }, { "name": "AP News, July 18-19 — regional update notes strikes reported in Iraq and U.S.-Iran battle over Hormuz", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/iran-us-hormuz-strait-war-july-18-2026-5adfef67554652580963684d9a663af2" } ], "tid": "irbil-kurdistan-freedom-party-drone-strike-jul19" }, { "date": "2026-07-19", "time": "announced afternoon / July 18 incident", "lat": 36.1911, "lng": 44.0092, "title": "U.S. service member killed in northern Iraq during disposal of Iranian drone ordnance", "tn": "U.S. Iraq drone disposal casualty", "side": "iran", "cas": 2, "dmg": 58, "dc": "dmg-moderate", "dl": "U.S. CASUALTY IN IRAQ — CENTCOM says 1 U.S. service member was killed and another wounded during controlled detonation of unexploded ordnance from a downed Iranian one-way attack drone", "detail": "U.S. Central Command said a service member was killed in northern Iraq on July 18 during a controlled detonation of unexploded ordnance from a downed Iranian one-way attack drone; another service member received medical treatment for a minor injury. The announcement, made July 19, brought confirmed U.S. military deaths in the Iran war to 17 and came one day after two U.S. troops were killed and a third went missing in an Iranian strike on Muwaffaq Salti Air Base in Jordan. The casualty underscored how Iranian drone and missile attacks were creating lethal hazards beyond their initial impact sites across Iraq and Jordan.", "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News live, July 19-20 — CENTCOM says U.S. service member killed in northern Iraq during controlled detonation of downed Iranian drone ordnance", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-trump-strait-of-hormuz-attacks-persian-gulf/" }, { "name": "The Hindu/AP-AFP live, July 20 — U.S. service member killed in Iraq during controlled detonation of downed Iranian drone", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-war-live-updates-july-20-2026-marco-rubio-strait-of-hormuz-us-donald-trump/article71243740.ece" }, { "name": "Military Times, July 19 — U.S. service member killed in northern Iraq, CENTCOM says", "url": "https://www.militarytimes.com/news/your-military/2026/07/19/us-service-member-killed-in-northern-iraq-us-central-command-says/" } ], "tid": "us-iraq-drone-disposal-casualty-jul19" }, { "date": "2026-07-20", "time": "~02:00-03:00 EDT / morning IRST", "lat": 28.9234, "lng": 50.8203, "title": "U.S. ninth-night strike wave hits Iranian command, maritime and nuclear-adjacent targets", "tn": "U.S. ninth-night strikes Bushehr Tabriz Darkhovin", "side": "us", "cas": 1, "dmg": 92, "dc": "dmg-strategic", "dl": "NINTH NIGHT / NUCLEAR-ADJACENT STRIKES — CENTCOM says command, air defense, coastal surveillance, missile/drone and communications targets were hit; Iranian media report strikes in Bushehr, Tabriz and Darkhovin, with at least 1 killed near Tabriz", "detail": "CENTCOM said U.S. forces completed a ninth consecutive night of attacks at about 10 p.m. ET on July 19, striking Iranian military command centers, air-defense and coastal-surveillance sites, maritime capabilities, missile and drone launch sites, and communications networks to reduce Iran's ability to attack shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. Iranian state media reported impacts in Bushehr, home to Iran's civilian nuclear plant, and near Tabriz, where provincial officials said at least one person was killed and several wounded. Reports from the previous evening also said the United States hit the under-construction Darkhovin nuclear-power site, which the IAEA said contained no nuclear material and posed no known radiological risk. The wave showed Washington sustaining the renewed campaign while moving through multiple Iranian cities and nuclear-adjacent locations.", "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News live, July 20 — CENTCOM says ninth straight night hit command centers, air defenses, coastal surveillance, maritime, missile/drone and communications targets", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-trump-strait-of-hormuz-attacks-persian-gulf/" }, { "name": "The Hindu live, July 20 — U.S. strikes hit Bushehr and Tabriz; one killed southwest of Tabriz; ninth consecutive day of strikes", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-war-live-updates-july-20-2026-marco-rubio-strait-of-hormuz-us-donald-trump/article71243740.ece" }, { "name": "The Guardian live, July 20 — U.S. missiles reported in Tabriz, Chabahar, Konarak, Bandar Mahshahr and Bandar Imam Khomeini; Darkhovin strike prompts IAEA restraint call", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/jul/20/us-iran-war-live-updates-strikes-strait-of-hormuz-middle-east-crisis-latest-news" } ], "tid": "us-ninth-night-strikes-bushehr-tabriz-darkhovin-jul20", "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://www.taipeitimes.com/News/front/archives/2026/07/20/2003861039", "source": "Planet Labs PBC via AP/Taipei Times", "captureDate": "2026-07-09", "description": "AP report cites Planet Labs imagery of the planned Darkhovin Nuclear Power Plant site showing earth clearing but little construction as of July 9, before Iranian officials said the under-construction site was targeted in the July 20 U.S. strike wave." } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-20", "time": "early morning Gulf time", "lat": 29.3467, "lng": 47.5208, "title": "Iran attacks U.S.-linked targets in Kuwait, Bahrain, Jordan and Syria after ninth U.S. strike wave", "tn": "Iran Gulf Jordan Syria retaliation Jul20", "side": "iran", "cas": 0, "dmg": 90, "dc": "dmg-heavy", "dl": "REGIONAL RETALIATION — IRGC claims Ali Al Salem radar, MQ-9 hangar, Aqaba aircraft and Al-Tanf special-operations HQ were hit; Kuwait intercepts drones and Bahrain sounds sirens amid explosions in Manama", "detail": "Iran launched or claimed a broad overnight retaliation across U.S.-linked regional infrastructure. The IRGC said drones destroyed a U.S. early-warning radar system and struck an equipment and aircraft-parts warehouse plus an MQ-9 drone hangar at Ali Al Salem Air Base in Kuwait, setting several drones on fire; Kuwait said its air defenses were engaging hostile Iranian drone attacks. The Guards also claimed ballistic-missile strikes on U.S. military aircraft at Jordan's Aqaba airport and a surprise attack on an enemy special-operations headquarters in Syria's Al-Tanf area. In Bahrain, home to the U.S. Navy's Fifth Fleet, air-raid sirens sounded and explosions were heard in Manama. Jordan reported interceptions and no confirmed damage, leaving several Iranian claims unverified, but the geographic spread marked one of the widest retaliatory salvos of the renewed fighting.", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu live, July 20 — IRGC says it hit U.S. targets in Kuwait; Kuwait intercepts drones; Bahrain sirens and Manama explosions reported", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-war-live-updates-july-20-2026-marco-rubio-strait-of-hormuz-us-donald-trump/article71243740.ece" }, { "name": "The Hindu, July 20 — Iran says it struck Syria, Jordan and Kuwait targets; Kuwait air defenses engage drones; Bahrain sirens sound", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-hits-out-at-gulf-neighbours-as-us-presses-on-with-strikes/article71244067.ece" }, { "name": "The Guardian live, July 20 — recap says IRGC claimed Kuwait, Aqaba and Al-Tanf attacks as sirens sounded in Bahrain", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/jul/20/us-iran-war-live-updates-strikes-strait-of-hormuz-middle-east-crisis-latest-news" } ], "tid": "iran-gulf-jordan-syria-retaliation-jul20", "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://images.timesnownews.com/photo/msid-155154244/155154244.jpg", "source": "Fars News imagery via TimesNow / New York Times visual analysis", "captureDate": "2026-07-20", "description": "Direct TimesNow-hosted image from a July 23 visual analysis shows IRGC-linked high-resolution satellite imagery indicating destruction of an AN/FPS-117 long-range radar at Ahmad Al-Jaber Air Base in Kuwait; the report says the radar was destroyed around July 20." }, { "url": "https://images.timesnownews.com/photo/msid-155154259/155154259.jpg", "source": "Satellite imagery via TimesNow / New York Times visual analysis", "captureDate": "2026-07-23", "description": "Direct TimesNow-hosted image published July 23 shows visible damage at the U.S. Tower 22 outpost in Jordan’s Rukban area during Iran’s July regional strike campaign; exact capture time was not specified." } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-20", "time": "morning", "lat": 26.38, "lng": 56.3, "title": "Vessel burns and drifts off Oman as Iran claims Hormuz tanker explosions", "tn": "Hormuz projectile tanker explosions Jul20", "side": "iran", "cas": 0, "dmg": 88, "dc": "dmg-strategic", "dl": "HORMUZ ATTACK — UKMTO says a vessel northwest of Kumzar was hit by an unknown projectile, abandoned and left burning adrift; IRGC claims two oil tankers exploded and were immobilized on an unsafe southern route", "detail": "The maritime crisis in the Strait of Hormuz worsened when the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations agency said a vessel about eight nautical miles northwest of Kumzar, Oman, was struck by an unknown projectile, caught fire, and was left adrift after its crew abandoned ship and was rescued by a tug. Iran's Revolutionary Guards claimed that two oil tankers attempting to transit an unsafe southern route exploded and were immobilized after allegedly being encouraged by the U.S. military to use the passage, though the claim was not independently confirmed and it was unclear whether it referred to the same vessel. The incident came as Rubio called for other countries to help protect global shipping and as oil prices rose sharply amid stalled Hormuz traffic.", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu live, July 20 — UKMTO says vessel hit by projectile northwest of Kumzar; IRGC claims two oil tankers exploded and were immobilized", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-israel-war-live-updates-july-20-2026-marco-rubio-strait-of-hormuz-us-donald-trump/article71243740.ece" }, { "name": "The Guardian live, July 20 — UKMTO says vessel on fire in Hormuz was struck by unknown projectile; IRGC tanker claim unverified", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/jul/20/us-iran-war-live-updates-strikes-strait-of-hormuz-middle-east-crisis-latest-news" }, { "name": "CBS News live, July 20 — British military says at least one vessel attacked in Strait of Hormuz; IRGC claims second tanker struck", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-trump-strait-of-hormuz-attacks-persian-gulf/" } ], "tid": "hormuz-projectile-tanker-explosions-jul20" }, { "date": "2026-07-20", "time": "evening Yemen time / after 20:48 SGT report", "lat": 12.63, "lng": 43.33, "title": "Houthis declare maritime embargo on Saudi Arabia, threatening Bab al-Mandab oil route", "tn": "Houthi Saudi Red Sea embargo", "side": "iran", "cas": 0, "dmg": 84, "dc": "dmg-strategic", "dl": "RED SEA ESCALATION — Houthi spokesman Yahya Saree declares an immediate maritime embargo on Saudi Arabia, threatening Red Sea ports and Bab al-Mandab as Hormuz traffic remains disrupted", "detail": "Yemen's Iran-backed Houthis announced an immediate maritime embargo against Saudi Arabia, saying they would answer what they called Saudi restrictions on Yemeni ports and airports with a blockade of their own. The group did not say exactly how it would enforce the measure, but the declaration raised the risk of a second maritime chokepoint crisis at Bab al-Mandab just as Saudi Arabia had been relying on Red Sea exports from Yanbu to bypass danger in the Strait of Hormuz. Analysts cited by AFP and CNA warned that even a threat could disrupt shipping, while the UN secretary-general's spokesman said it risked widening the regional conflict.", "sources": [ { "name": "Channel NewsAsia/AFP, July 20-21 — Houthis declare immediate maritime embargo of Saudi Arabia; analysts warn of Bab al-Mandab disruption", "url": "https://www.channelnewsasia.com/world/yemen-saudi-arabia-houthis-maritime-blockade-6265876" }, { "name": "The Guardian live, July 21 — opening summary says Houthis announced immediate maritime blockade of Saudi Arabia in the Red Sea", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/jul/21/us-iran-war-live-updates-strait-of-hormuz-attacks-houthis-blockade-red-sea-middle-east-crisis-latest-news" } ], "tid": "houthi-saudi-red-sea-embargo-jul20" }, { "date": "2026-07-21", "time": "~21:00 ET July 20 / early morning UTC", "lat": 27.1839, "lng": 56.2666, "title": "U.S. completes 10th consecutive night of strikes as Hormuz campaign expands", "tn": "U.S. tenth-night strikes Bandar Abbas command maritime sites", "side": "us", "cas": 0, "dmg": 91, "dc": "dmg-strategic", "dl": "TENTH NIGHT OF STRIKES — CENTCOM says U.S. forces hit Iranian command centers, maritime capabilities, missile/drone launch sites and air defenses to degrade attacks on Hormuz shipping", "detail": "U.S. Central Command said American forces completed another round of attacks against Iran at about 9 p.m. ET on July 20, marking a tenth consecutive night of strikes. CENTCOM said the targets included military command centers, maritime capabilities, missile and drone launch sites, and air-defense systems, framing the operation as an effort to degrade Iran's ability to attack commercial vessels moving through the Strait of Hormuz. Reuters/Chronicle.lu reported that the latest round lasted about five hours, while Gulf News reported the strikes as part of renewed U.S. efforts to keep Hormuz traffic open after Iranian attacks on shipping and regional U.S.-linked targets.", "sources": [ { "name": "Chronicle.lu/Reuters, July 21 — U.S. military completes latest Iran strikes on 10th consecutive night; targets command, maritime, missile/drone and air-defense sites", "url": "https://chronicle.lu/category/international-news/62500-us-military-completes-latest-iran-strikes-on-10th-consecutive-night" }, { "name": "Gulf News live, July 21 — CENTCOM says U.S. forces completed another round of strikes at 9 p.m. ET July 20 to protect Hormuz shipping", "url": "https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-launches-10th-night-of-iran-strikes-as-irgc-claims-attacks-on-bahrain-kuwait-1.500614721" }, { "name": "The Guardian live, July 21 — latest U.S. strikes came amid Hormuz tanker attacks and Iranian retaliation against Bahrain, Kuwait and Jordan", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/jul/21/us-iran-war-live-updates-strait-of-hormuz-attacks-houthis-blockade-red-sea-middle-east-crisis-latest-news" } ], "tid": "us-tenth-night-strikes-hormuz-campaign-jul21" }, { "date": "2026-07-21", "time": "early morning Gulf time", "lat": 26.38, "lng": 56.3, "title": "Fresh Hormuz tanker strike reported off Oman as IRGC says two tankers stopped", "tn": "Hormuz Limah tanker strike IRGC stoppage", "side": "iran", "cas": 0, "dmg": 89, "dc": "dmg-strategic", "dl": "HORMUZ SHIPPING ATTACK — UKMTO reports a tanker struck by an unknown projectile near Limah, Oman; IRGC says two non-compliant oil tankers were stopped after explosions and fires", "detail": "A fresh maritime incident was reported in the Strait of Hormuz when UK Maritime Trade Operations said it received multiple reports that a tanker had been struck by an unknown projectile about eight nautical miles northeast of Limah, Oman. Gulf News reported the incident as the U.S. and Iran exchanged fire over control of the strait, while the IRGC separately claimed it had stopped two 'non-compliant' oil tankers after explosions caused extensive fires aboard them. The Guardian's live summary described an early Tuesday tanker attack that forced the crew to abandon ship and said Iran also claimed two other ship attacks from Monday, underscoring continued insecurity in the energy chokepoint.", "sources": [ { "name": "Gulf News live, July 21 — UKMTO says tanker struck by unknown projectile eight nautical miles northeast of Limah, Oman; IRGC claims two tankers stopped", "url": "https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-launches-10th-night-of-iran-strikes-as-irgc-claims-attacks-on-bahrain-kuwait-1.500614721" }, { "name": "The Guardian live, July 21 — tanker attacked early Tuesday in Hormuz off Oman, forcing crew to abandon vessel; IRGC claims additional ship attacks", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/jul/21/us-iran-war-live-updates-strait-of-hormuz-attacks-houthis-blockade-red-sea-middle-east-crisis-latest-news" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera live, July 21 — IRGC reports massive fires on two tankers in the Strait of Hormuz", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2026/7/21/iran-war-live-us-launches-10th-night-of-strikes-tehran-attacks-kuwait" } ], "tid": "hormuz-limah-tanker-strike-irgc-stoppage-jul21" }, { "date": "2026-07-21", "time": "morning Gulf time", "lat": 26.0667, "lng": 50.5577, "title": "IRGC claims Bahrain and Kuwait strikes as Jordan says five Iranian drones neutralized", "tn": "IRGC Bahrain Kuwait Jordan drone attacks Jul21", "side": "iran", "cas": 0, "dmg": 86, "dc": "dmg-heavy", "dl": "GULF BASE STRIKES — IRGC says it hit U.S.-linked air-defense, radar, satellite and Amazon data infrastructure in Bahrain and Kuwait; Jordan reports neutralizing five Iranian drones", "detail": "Iran's Revolutionary Guards announced new attacks on U.S.-linked military and technology infrastructure around the Gulf, saying they struck air-defense systems and radars at U.S. outposts in Bahrain, missile-defense, radar and satellite-reception systems in Kuwait, and Amazon data infrastructure in Bahrain with cruise missiles. Gulf News also cited Iranian claims of damage to HIMARS systems at Camp Arifjan in Kuwait and assets at Al-Sakhir Air Base and Salman Port in Bahrain, though independent confirmation was not immediately available. Later in the morning, Jordan's Armed Forces said they neutralized five Iranian drones with no casualties or material damage, showing the retaliation continued beyond the previous night's missile claims.", "sources": [ { "name": "Gulf News live, July 21 — IRGC claims strikes on Bahrain and Kuwait air-defense/radar/satellite sites, Amazon data infrastructure; Jordan neutralizes five Iranian drones", "url": "https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-launches-10th-night-of-iran-strikes-as-irgc-claims-attacks-on-bahrain-kuwait-1.500614721" }, { "name": "The Guardian live, July 21 — Iran launched retaliatory attacks against Bahrain, Kuwait and Jordan, all of which host U.S. forces", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/jul/21/us-iran-war-live-updates-strait-of-hormuz-attacks-houthis-blockade-red-sea-middle-east-crisis-latest-news" }, { "name": "Al Jazeera live, July 21 — Iran continues retaliatory attacks, with IRGC saying it targeted U.S. assets in Jordan, Bahrain and Kuwait", "url": "https://www.aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2026/7/21/iran-war-live-us-launches-10th-night-of-strikes-tehran-attacks-kuwait" } ], "tid": "irgc-bahrain-kuwait-jordan-drone-attacks-jul21" }, { "date": "2026-07-21", "time": "~19:00-20:15 ET / early July 22 UTC", "side": "us", "title": "U.S. completes 11th straight night of Iran strikes as Hormuz campaign continues", "detail": "U.S. Central Command said American forces launched an 11th consecutive night of strikes at about 7 p.m. ET on July 21 and completed the wave around 8:15 p.m., with the operation lasting just over an hour. CENTCOM said the targets included Iranian military operations centers, maritime capabilities, aircraft hangars, drone storage facilities and military logistics infrastructure, again framing the strikes as an effort to reduce Iran's ability to attack commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. Reuters/Al-Monitor reported the wave lasted about 75 minutes, while Iranian and Israeli-linked reporting described explosions near Bushehr, Tabriz, Tehran, Chabahar and Konarak during the same overnight period. CENTCOM said Iran had attacked more than 30 commercial vessels in the strait over the prior three months, while commercial traffic continued under U.S. escort.", "lat": 27.1839, "lng": 56.2666, "tid": "us-eleventh-night-strikes-hormuz-campaign-jul22", "tn": "U.S. 11th-night strikes Bandar Abbas Hormuz campaign", "dmg": 92, "cas": 0, "dl": "ELEVENTH NIGHT OF STRIKES — CENTCOM says U.S. forces hit operations centers, maritime capabilities, aircraft hangars, drone storage and logistics to degrade Iran's Hormuz threat", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News live, July 21-22 — CENTCOM launches and wraps 11th consecutive night of strikes around 7:00-8:15 p.m. ET", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-trump-us-troops-killed-wounded-jordan-base/" }, { "name": "Al-Monitor/Reuters, July 21-22 — latest U.S. strikes lasted about 75 minutes and targeted operations, maritime, hangar, drone-storage and logistics sites", "url": "https://www.al-monitor.com/originals/2026/07/us-military-says-its-latest-strikes-iran-have-ended-marking-11th-successive-night" }, { "name": "The Hindu live, July 22 — U.S. military completes 11th night of strikes; aircraft hangars and drone storage sites hit", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-us-war-live-updates-11th-night-attacks-ceasefire-deal-us-central-command-strait-of-hormuz-donald-trump-tehran/article71251991.ece" }, { "name": "Jerusalem Post/Reuters, July 22 — CENTCOM statement and explosions reported in Bushehr, Tabriz, Tehran, Chabahar and Konarak", "url": "https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/article-903245" } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-22", "time": "early morning Gulf time", "side": "iran", "title": "Iranian drones and missiles trigger defenses in Kuwait, Jordan and Bahrain", "detail": "Iran widened its overnight retaliation against U.S.-linked Gulf and regional bases as the U.S. strike campaign continued. Kuwait's army said it was confronting hostile Iranian drones early Wednesday, and The National reported Kuwait intercepted Iranian missiles and drones. Iranian officials confirmed a drone attack on U.S. targets at Camp Doha in Kuwait, while Iran's army said it had targeted U.S. military positions at Jordan's Al Azraq base and Bahrain's Sheikh Isa Air Base. The claims and interceptions followed earlier IRGC strikes or claimed strikes on Kuwait, Bahrain and Jordan, keeping the regional base network under pressure even as Washington attempted to keep Hormuz shipping moving.", "lat": 29.3675, "lng": 47.9536, "tid": "iran-camp-doha-al-azraq-sheikh-isa-attacks-jul22", "tn": "Iran Camp Doha Al Azraq Sheikh Isa attacks", "dmg": 82, "cas": 0, "dl": "REGIONAL BASE ATTACKS — Kuwait says it intercepted Iranian drones and missiles; Iran says it targeted Camp Doha, Jordan's Al Azraq base and Bahrain's Sheikh Isa Air Base", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "The Hindu live, July 22 — Iran army says it targeted U.S. military at Jordan's Al Azraq base and Bahrain's Sheikh Isa Air Base", "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-us-war-live-updates-11th-night-attacks-ceasefire-deal-us-central-command-strait-of-hormuz-donald-trump-tehran/article71251991.ece" }, { "name": "Jerusalem Post/Reuters, July 22 — Kuwaiti air defenses triggered as Iran confirms drone attack on U.S. targets at Camp Doha", "url": "https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/article-903245" }, { "name": "The National live, July 22 — Kuwait intercepts Iranian missiles and drones; Iran targets Gulf bases amid 11th U.S. strike night", "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/news/mena/2026/07/21/live-us-iran-strikes-kuwait-jordan/" }, { "name": "CBS News live, July 21-22 — Kuwaiti army says it is confronting hostile drones from Iran", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-trump-us-troops-killed-wounded-jordan-base/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-22", "time": "morning Red Sea time", "side": "iran", "title": "Houthi Saudi embargo begins affecting tanker routes in the Red Sea", "detail": "Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis moved from declaring a maritime embargo on Saudi Arabia to warning shipping companies that tankers using Saudi ports could be attacked. The Guardian reported that three oil tankers loaded with Saudi crude for China and India turned away from the Houthi-controlled coast near the mouth of the Red Sea and headed toward the Suez Canal, while the Houthis claimed six ships had changed course. The movement showed the Red Sea threat beginning to alter actual tanker routing just as Iran's pressure on the Strait of Hormuz had already disrupted the Gulf oil chokepoint, creating parallel risks for Saudi exports from Yanbu and other Red Sea ports.", "lat": 12.63, "lng": 43.33, "tid": "houthi-saudi-red-sea-tanker-reroutes-jul22", "tn": "Houthi Saudi Red Sea tanker reroutes", "dmg": 79, "cas": 0, "dl": "RED SEA ROUTE DISRUPTION — Houthi embargo warnings prompt at least three Saudi-crude tankers to turn away from the Houthi-controlled coast near Bab al-Mandab", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "The Guardian live, July 22 — three Saudi-crude tankers turn away after Houthi warning; Houthis claim six ships changed course", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/jul/22/middle-east-us-iran-war-trump-houthis-strait-of-hormuz-nuclear-pickaxe-mountain-latest-news-updates" }, { "name": "The National live, July 22 — UAE condemns Houthi statements against Saudi Arabia as Red Sea blockade threat grows", "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/news/mena/2026/07/21/live-us-iran-strikes-kuwait-jordan/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-22", "time": "announced after July 21 remarks", "side": "us", "title": "Trump threatens heavy strike on Pickaxe Mountain nuclear complex near Natanz", "detail": "President Donald Trump escalated nuclear-site threats by saying the United States would hit the Pickaxe Mountain area near Natanz 'pretty soon' and 'very heavily.' The Guardian described Pickaxe Mountain, known in Iran as Kuh-e Kolang Gaz La, as a fortified underground complex about two kilometers from Natanz and roughly 220 kilometers south of Tehran; analysts said recent satellite imagery showed hardened and partially backfilled tunnel entrances but assessed the site as not yet operational. Iran's Khatem al-Anbiya Central Headquarters warned that attacks on Iranian nuclear sites would be treated as an expansion of the war and would bring attacks on U.S. and allied interests, raising the stakes beyond the current Hormuz-focused campaign.", "lat": 33.724, "lng": 51.727, "tid": "trump-pickaxe-mountain-natanz-threat-jul22", "tn": "Pickaxe Mountain Natanz strike threat", "dmg": 70, "cas": 0, "dl": "NUCLEAR ESCALATION WARNING — Trump threatens a heavy strike on the fortified Pickaxe Mountain complex near Natanz; Iran says nuclear-site attacks would expand the war", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "The Guardian, July 22 — Trump threatens to hit Pickaxe Mountain, an underground site near Natanz, 'pretty soon' and 'very heavily'", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/jul/22/pickaxe-mountain-iran-nuclear-site-trump" }, { "name": "The Guardian live, July 22 — opening summary says Trump warned U.S. would soon target Pickaxe Mountain area very heavily", "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/jul/22/middle-east-us-iran-war-trump-houthis-strait-of-hormuz-nuclear-pickaxe-mountain-latest-news-updates" }, { "name": "Jerusalem Post/Reuters, July 22 — Iran warns it will target U.S. and allied interests if nuclear sites are attacked after Trump Pickaxe Mountain threat", "url": "https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/article-903245" }, { "name": "The National live, July 22 — Iran's military command says nuclear-site attacks would expand the war", "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/news/mena/2026/07/21/live-us-iran-strikes-kuwait-jordan/" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://static-cdn.toi-media.com/www/uploads/2026/07/AFP__20260630__B8UZ79G__v3__HighRes__TopshotIranUsIsraelWarDeal.jpg", "source": "Vantor/AFP via Times of Israel", "captureDate": "2026-06-30", "description": "Direct Times of Israel-hosted Vantor/AFP satellite image shows an overview of the Pickaxe Mountain tunnel complex adjacent to the Natanz Nuclear Facility, cited in July 22 coverage of Trump threatening a near-term U.S. strike on the site." } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-23", "time": "02:30 GMT / 22:30 ET July 22", "side": "us", "title": "U.S. completes 12th consecutive night of strikes on Iranian maritime and air-defense targets", "detail": "U.S. Central Command said American forces completed a 12th consecutive night of strikes against Iran at about 10:30 p.m. ET on July 22, targeting naval assets, missile and drone storage facilities, coastal surveillance sites and air-defense systems. CENTCOM framed the operation as another effort to degrade Iran's ability to threaten civilian mariners and commercial vessels in regional waters. CNBC reported CENTCOM also said U.S. forces had struck dozens of Iranian military sites on land during the month while enforcing a sea blockade, redirecting nine commercial vessels and disabling one vessel to prevent entry to or exit from Iranian ports.", "lat": 27.1839, "lng": 56.2666, "tid": "us-twelfth-night-strikes-iran-maritime-air-defense-jul23", "tn": "U.S. 12th-night Iran maritime air-defense strikes", "dmg": 93, "cas": 2, "dl": "TWELFTH NIGHT OF STRIKES — CENTCOM says U.S. forces hit Iranian naval assets, missile/drone storage, coastal surveillance and air-defense targets while expanding the maritime blockade", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "WANA, July 23 — CENTCOM says U.S. completed 12th consecutive strike night at 10:30 p.m. ET, hitting naval, missile/drone storage, coastal surveillance and air-defense assets", "url": "https://wanaen.com/u-s-military-concludes-12th-consecutive-night-of-strikes-on-iran/" }, { "name": "CNBC, July 23 — CENTCOM announces another strike round against maritime capabilities, missile/drone storage and air defenses; U.S. says nine vessels redirected and one disabled", "url": "https://www.cnbc.com/2026/07/23/iran-war-us-trump-houthis-red-sea-oil.html" }, { "name": "BBC, July 23 — U.S. launches 12th consecutive night of strikes; Iranian state media reports two killed in southern Iran", "url": "https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cpw9xzx9r4ko" } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-23", "time": "20:00 GMT July 22 / early July 23 local", "side": "iran", "title": "Houthis claim drone and missile strikes on Saudi tankers Encelia and Layla in the Red Sea", "detail": "Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis said they attacked two Saudi oil tankers, Encelia and Layla, with drones and missiles for allegedly violating their new naval blockade of Saudi Arabia. Saudi Arabia's state news agency confirmed Encelia was struck while sailing in the Red Sea and that a fire broke out at the bow, with all crew reported safe; UKMTO separately reported an unknown projectile hit a Saudi tanker about 130 kilometers from Al Shuqaiq at 20:00 GMT, causing a fire and no casualties. The Layla claim remained unconfirmed, but the strike marked the first reported attack since the Houthi embargo declaration and raised the pressure on the Bab al-Mandeb/Saudi Red Sea export route.", "lat": 17.35, "lng": 40.25, "tid": "houthi-encelia-layla-saudi-tanker-strikes-red-sea-jul23", "tn": "Houthi Encelia Layla Saudi tanker strikes", "dmg": 88, "cas": 0, "dl": "TANKER STRIKES — Houthis claim attacks on Saudi tankers Encelia and Layla; Saudi Arabia confirms Encelia fire with crew safe", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "BBC, July 23 — Houthis claim attacks on Encelia and Layla; Saudi Press Agency confirms Encelia struck and UKMTO reports tanker fire near Al Shuqaiq", "url": "https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cpw9xzx9r4ko" }, { "name": "CNBC, July 23 — Houthis say they targeted Encelia and Layla with drones and missiles; SPA confirms Encelia fire and all crew safe", "url": "https://www.cnbc.com/2026/07/23/iran-war-us-trump-houthis-red-sea-oil.html" }, { "name": "ISW Iran Update, July 22 — tracking initial reports of Houthi attacks on two Saudi oil tankers and at least seven vessels changing course near Bab al-Mandeb", "url": "https://understandingwar.org/research/middle-east/iran-update-special-report-july-22-2026/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-23", "time": "morning IRST", "side": "iran", "title": "IRGC says Strait of Hormuz remains closed after tanker fire in mined route", "detail": "The IRGC said three oil tankers attempted to pass through a mined route in the southern Strait of Hormuz, causing one tanker to catch fire after a severe explosion while two others turned back. Iranian state media and WANA carried the IRGC claim that the strait remained fully closed while U.S. operations continued, and BBC reported Iranian state media said the IRGC had stopped three oil tankers from passing through the strait. The incident reinforced Iran's effort to keep Hormuz shut despite U.S. escort and blockade operations and compounded the simultaneous Houthi pressure at Bab al-Mandeb.", "lat": 26.55, "lng": 56.55, "tid": "irgc-hormuz-mined-route-tanker-fire-closure-jul23", "tn": "IRGC Hormuz mined route tanker fire closure", "dmg": 86, "cas": 0, "dl": "HORMUZ CLOSED CLAIM — IRGC says one tanker caught fire in a mined route and two turned back; Iran says no tanker may enter or exit without coordination", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "WANA, July 23 — IRGC statement says tanker catches fire attempting mined southern Hormuz route and two others retreat", "url": "https://wanaen.com/irgc-tanker-catches-fire-attempting-strait-of-hormuz-crossing-two-others-retreat/" }, { "name": "BBC, July 23 — Iranian state media says IRGC declared Hormuz completely closed after tanker explosion and three tankers halted or turned back", "url": "https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cpw9xzx9r4ko" }, { "name": "WANA live, July 23 — military source says Strait of Hormuz remains blocked and rejects CENTCOM claims", "url": "https://wanaen.com/live-coverage-of-the-iran-u-s-israel-conflict-july-23/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-23", "time": "morning Gulf time", "side": "iran", "title": "Iran announces Phase 23 drone barrage against U.S. bases in Kuwait", "detail": "Iran's army announced Phase 23 of Operation Saegheh, claiming a heavy kamikaze-drone barrage against three U.S. military installations in Kuwait in retaliation for continued U.S. operations inside Iran. The statement said drones targeted ammunition and logistics depots at Camp Doha, fuel storage tanks at Ali Al Salem Air Base, and ammunition facilities at Camp Arifjan. Separate IRGC messaging claimed attacks had destroyed a major equipment depot, Patriot air-defense system and MQ-9 hangar at Ali Al Salem and Camp Buehring, while BBC reported Kuwait, Jordan and Bahrain responded to airborne threats before Iran said it had targeted U.S. assets in all three countries.", "lat": 29.3467, "lng": 47.5208, "tid": "iran-phase-23-kuwait-us-base-drone-barrage-jul23", "tn": "Iran Phase 23 Kuwait U.S. base drone barrage", "dmg": 84, "cas": 0, "dl": "KUWAIT BASE BARRAGE — Iran says Phase 23 of Operation Saegheh hit Camp Doha, Ali Al Salem and Camp Arifjan with heavy kamikaze drones", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "WANA, July 23 — Iranian army announces Phase 23 drone strikes on Camp Doha, Ali Al Salem Air Base and Camp Arifjan", "url": "https://wanaen.com/iranian-army-launches-phase-23-of-operation-saegheh-targeting-u-s-bases-in-kuwait/" }, { "name": "WANA live, July 23 — IRGC statement claims Kuwaiti-hosted U.S. sites including Ali Al Salem and Camp Buehring were hit", "url": "https://wanaen.com/live-coverage-of-the-iran-u-s-israel-conflict-july-23/" }, { "name": "BBC, July 23 — Kuwait, Jordan and Bahrain report responding to airborne threats before Iran says it targeted U.S. assets in all three countries", "url": "https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cpw9xzx9r4ko" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://cdn.farsnews.ir/guest/21bb588d7574400fbc3a097c057b3d24?centerCrop=true&width=600", "source": "Fars News", "captureDate": "2026-07-23", "description": "Direct Fars-hosted satellite-intelligence graphic published July 23 says new imagery confirms destruction of a U.S. AN/FPS-117 early-warning radar at Ahmad Al-Jaber Air Base in Kuwait after recent Iranian strikes." } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-23", "time": "after July 22 Trump warning", "side": "us", "title": "Trump adopts bridge-or-power-plant retaliation threat for Hormuz ship attacks", "detail": "President Donald Trump said the United States would bomb and destroy one Iranian bridge or power plant each time Iran fired on a ship in the Strait of Hormuz by missile, rocket, drone or other weapon. CNBC and BBC reported the warning as the U.S. resumed nightly strikes and Iran claimed the strait remained closed; Iran warned it would retaliate against U.S.-linked infrastructure and regional energy assets if Washington implemented the threat. The declaration shifted U.S. escalation language from military and maritime targets toward civilian-use infrastructure, increasing the risk of reciprocal infrastructure attacks across the Gulf.", "lat": 35.6892, "lng": 51.389, "tid": "trump-bridge-power-plant-hormuz-retaliation-threat-jul23", "tn": "Trump bridge power plant Hormuz retaliation threat", "dmg": 72, "cas": 0, "dl": "INFRASTRUCTURE ESCALATION THREAT — Trump says each Iranian attack on a Hormuz ship will trigger destruction of one Iranian bridge or power plant; Iran threatens reciprocal strikes", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "CNBC, July 23 — Trump says U.S. will destroy one Iranian bridge or power plant for each attack on a ship in Hormuz; Iran threatens infrastructure response", "url": "https://www.cnbc.com/2026/07/23/iran-war-us-trump-houthis-red-sea-oil.html" }, { "name": "BBC, July 23 — Trump threatened bridge or power-plant strikes if Iran attacked a ship in Hormuz and warned Houthis over Red Sea obstruction", "url": "https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cpw9xzx9r4ko" }, { "name": "PBS NewsHour, July 22 — Trump says U.S. will destroy a bridge or power plant for each Iranian attack in the Strait of Hormuz", "url": "https://www.pbs.org/newshour/world/trump-says-u-s-will-destroy-a-bridge-or-power-plant-for-each-iranian-attack-in-the-strait-of-hormuz" } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-24", "time": "overnight July 23-24", "side": "us", "title": "U.S. completes 13th consecutive night of strikes across Iran", "detail": "U.S. Central Command said American forces completed a 13th consecutive night of strikes, targeting Iranian drone sites, command centers and other military capabilities it said threatened commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. Iranian state media reported strikes in Ahvaz, Bandar Abbas, Omidiyeh, Qeshm and Andimeshk, while additional reporting placed attacks in Isfahan, Fars, Khuzestan and at the IRGC Seyyed al-Shuhada naval headquarters in Zibakenar, Gilan. Iranian officials said the Ahvaz-area strike killed four people and wounded five, and that equipment at the Gilan complex was damaged.", "lat": 31.3183, "lng": 48.6706, "tid": "us-thirteenth-night-strikes-iran-ahvaz-qeshm-gilan-jul24", "tn": "U.S. 13th-night Iran strikes", "dmg": 94, "cas": 9, "dl": "THIRTEENTH NIGHT OF STRIKES — CENTCOM targets drone sites and command centers across Iran; Iranian officials report four killed and five wounded near Ahvaz", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News, July 24 — CENTCOM announces 13th consecutive strike night; Iranian media list Ahvaz, Bandar Abbas, Omidiyeh, Qeshm and Andimeshk", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-us-trump-strait-hormuz-middle-east/" }, { "name": "AP, July 24 — U.S. strikes reported on Qeshm, Isfahan, Khuzestan, Fars and an IRGC naval base in northern Iran", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/iran-us-hormuz-strait-war-24-july-2026-78c2dbf538f6e61ab816479a4d9bdd85" }, { "name": "Washington Post/AP, July 24 — reports U.S. attacks on IRGC naval base, Qeshm, Isfahan, Khuzestan and Fars", "url": "https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2026/07/24/iran-us-hormuz-strait-war-24-july-2026/31009518-871a-11f1-9cec-0fb26676f07e_story.html" } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-24", "time": "morning local time", "side": "iran", "title": "Iran launches regional barrage at U.S. facilities in Bahrain, Jordan, Kuwait and Iraq", "detail": "Iran said it launched drones and missiles at U.S.-linked facilities in Bahrain, Jordan and Kuwait, while five explosive-laden drones were intercepted over Erbil, Iraq, near the airport and base hosting U.S. forces. Iran claimed Arash drones targeted Isa Air Base in Bahrain, drones struck hangars and barracks at Jordan's Al-Azraq base, and attacks hit Camp Udairi, Camp Doha, Camp Arifjan and Ali Al Salem in Kuwait. Bahrain and Jordan confirmed intercepting aerial threats; Jordan said it downed seven missiles and six drones with no casualties or damage, and Kurdish security officials said coalition forces downed five drones over Erbil with no casualties. Iranian claims of damage and U.S. casualties in Kuwait were not independently confirmed.", "lat": 29.2266, "lng": 47.9689, "tid": "iran-regional-barrage-bahrain-jordan-kuwait-erbil-jul24", "tn": "Iran Bahrain Jordan Kuwait Erbil barrage", "dmg": 87, "cas": 0, "dl": "FOUR-COUNTRY BARRAGE — Iran targets U.S.-linked bases across Bahrain, Jordan and Kuwait as five drones are intercepted near the U.S. base at Erbil", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "CBS News, July 24 — Iran claims strikes on Isa, Al-Azraq and multiple Kuwait bases; Jordan reports 13 interceptions and Erbil officials report five drones downed", "url": "https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-us-trump-strait-hormuz-middle-east/" }, { "name": "AP, July 24 — Bahrain and Jordan confirm interceptions; Iran claims attacks on Udairi and a Fifth Fleet watchtower; five drones downed over Erbil", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/iran-us-hormuz-strait-war-24-july-2026-78c2dbf538f6e61ab816479a4d9bdd85" }, { "name": "Washington Post/AP, July 24 — Bahrain and Jordan intercept Iranian attacks as IRGC claims damage in Kuwait and Bahrain", "url": "https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2026/07/24/iran-us-hormuz-strait-war-24-july-2026/31009518-871a-11f1-9cec-0fb26676f07e_story.html" } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-24", "time": "reported Friday", "side": "us", "title": "U.S. disables M/T Lavine after repeated attempt to breach Iran port blockade", "detail": "U.S. forces disabled the merchant tanker M/T Lavine in the Gulf of Oman after it allegedly attempted to run the American blockade of Iranian ports at least four times. CENTCOM spokesman Capt. Tim Hawkins told AP that the crew was warned but did not comply, after which U.S. forces fired into the vessel's engine room. The Lavine became the second commercial ship disabled since the United States reimposed the blockade.", "lat": 24.5, "lng": 58.5, "tid": "us-disables-mt-lavine-iran-port-blockade-jul24", "tn": "U.S. disables M/T Lavine", "dmg": 82, "cas": 0, "dl": "BLOCKADE ENFORCEMENT — U.S. forces fire into M/T Lavine's engine room after four alleged attempts to enter Iranian ports, disabling the tanker", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "AP, July 24 — CENTCOM says M/T Lavine was warned, failed to comply and was disabled by fire into its engine room", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/iran-us-hormuz-strait-war-24-july-2026-78c2dbf538f6e61ab816479a4d9bdd85" } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-24", "time": "Friday Red Sea local time", "side": "iran", "title": "Saudi vessel suffers minor hull damage in new Red Sea attack", "detail": "Saudi Arabia's Transport General Authority said a Saudi vessel was targeted while sailing in the Red Sea on Friday and sustained minor damage to its hull. No casualties were reported. The attack followed the Houthi strikes on the Saudi tankers Encelia and Layla and represented a further challenge to Saudi-linked shipping around the Bab al-Mandeb route, although initial reporting did not identify the vessel or conclusively attribute the attack.", "lat": 16.8, "lng": 41.2, "tid": "saudi-vessel-minor-damage-red-sea-attack-jul24", "tn": "Saudi vessel Red Sea attack", "dmg": 68, "cas": 0, "dl": "RED SEA ATTACK — Saudi authority reports another Saudi vessel targeted and its hull lightly damaged after the Houthi tanker strikes", "dc": "dmg-moderate", "sources": [ { "name": "AP, July 24 — Saudi Transport General Authority says a Saudi vessel was targeted Friday and sustained minor hull damage", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/iran-us-hormuz-strait-war-24-july-2026-78c2dbf538f6e61ab816479a4d9bdd85" }, { "name": "Washington Post/AP, July 24 — Saudi vessel targeted in Red Sea with minor hull damage", "url": "https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2026/07/24/iran-us-hormuz-strait-war-24-july-2026/31009518-871a-11f1-9cec-0fb26676f07e_story.html" } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-25", "time": "early Saturday local time", "side": "us", "title": "Saudi Arabia strikes Hodeida and Kamaran after Houthi attacks on Saudi shipping", "detail": "The Saudi-led coalition said Saudi Arabia struck Yemen's Houthi-held port city of Hodeida early Saturday in response to Houthi attacks on Saudi oil tankers and other shipping in the Red Sea, breaking a yearslong period of relative calm between the sides. Houthi-run Al Masirah said the strikes hit state telecommunications facilities and Kamaran Island; it reported one telecommunications employee injured and a woman wounded on Kamaran. The Houthis threatened further escalation, opening a renewed Saudi-Houthi front within the wider Iran conflict.", "lat": 14.7979, "lng": 42.9545, "tid": "saudi-strikes-hodeida-kamaran-houthi-shipping-attacks-jul25", "tn": "Saudi Hodeida Kamaran strikes", "dmg": 89, "cas": 2, "dl": "RED SEA FRONT WIDENS — Saudi Arabia strikes Hodeida and Kamaran after Houthi attacks on Saudi shipping; Houthi media reports two wounded", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "AP, July 25 — Saudi-led coalition announces Hodeida strike; Houthi media reports telecom and Kamaran targets with two wounded", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/iran-us-hormuz-strait-war-24-july-2026-78c2dbf538f6e61ab816479a4d9bdd85" }, { "name": "Washington Post/AP, July 25 — Houthi media says Saudi strikes hit telecommunications facilities and Kamaran Island", "url": "https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2026/07/24/iran-us-hormuz-strait-war-24-july-2026/31009518-871a-11f1-9cec-0fb26676f07e_story.html" } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-25", "time": "early Saturday local time", "side": "iran", "title": "Saudi defenses intercept two ballistic missiles targeting Yanbu refineries", "detail": "Saudi air-defense systems intercepted two ballistic missiles launched from Yemen toward oil refineries in Yanbu on the Red Sea coast, Greek security sources told Reuters. Saudi authorities issued temporary early-warning alerts for Yanbu and Jazan before announcing that the potential threats had passed. The attack came hours after Saudi-led coalition strikes on Houthi sites in Hodeida and marked an escalation from attacks on Saudi-linked shipping to an attempted strike on major Saudi oil-processing infrastructure; no casualties or damage were reported.", "lat": 24.0889, "lng": 38.0637, "tid": "houthi-ballistic-missiles-yanbu-refineries-intercepted-jul25", "tn": "Houthi missiles targeting Yanbu refineries", "dmg": 88, "cas": 0, "dl": "YANBU REFINERIES TARGETED — Saudi defenses intercept two Yemen-launched ballistic missiles aimed at Red Sea oil infrastructure; no damage reported", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters/MarketScreener, July 25 — security sources say Saudi defenses intercepted two ballistic missiles from Yemen targeting Yanbu oil refineries", "url": "https://ca.marketscreener.com/news/missiles-targeting-saudi-oil-refineries-shot-down-sources-say-ce7f51dcd989f527" }, { "name": "The National, July 25 — emergency shelter alerts issued in Yanbu and Jazan amid Houthi threat of escalation", "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/news/mena/2026/07/25/no-us-strikes-reported-on-iran-after-13-consecutive-nights-of-attacks/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-25", "time": "Saturday morning", "side": "us", "title": "U.S. pauses Iran strikes after 13 consecutive nights", "detail": "The United States did not report launching strikes on Iran on Saturday morning, ending a run of 13 consecutive nights of attacks. The pause followed an expanding campaign that had moved from Iranian coastal defenses and naval targets to bridges, communications sites and water infrastructure deeper inside the country. President Donald Trump said no decision had been made on another wave and that U.S. forces remained \"locked and loaded,\" indicating an operational pause rather than a ceasefire.", "lat": 32.4279, "lng": 53.688, "tid": "us-pauses-iran-strikes-after-thirteen-nights-jul25", "tn": "U.S. pauses Iran strikes after 13 nights", "dmg": 70, "cas": 0, "dl": "OPERATIONAL PAUSE — No new U.S. strike reported Saturday after 13 consecutive nights; Washington says forces remain ready for another wave", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "The National, July 25 — no U.S. strikes reported Saturday after 13 consecutive nights; Trump says another wave remains possible", "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/news/mena/2026/07/25/no-us-strikes-reported-on-iran-after-13-consecutive-nights-of-attacks/" }, { "name": "AP, July 25 — U.S. campaign expanded from coastal defenses to bridges, communications and water infrastructure", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/us-iran-war-strait-of-hormuz-d7744d3063116944d49a616c007d669c" } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-25", "time": "Saturday", "side": "other", "title": "Ukraine strikes Iranian commercial vessel in Caspian Sea", "detail": "Iran said a Ukrainian attack struck an Iranian commercial vessel in the Caspian Sea, killing one person and wounding another. Tehran summoned Ukraine's diplomatic representative and called the strike an act of aggression. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Ukrainian forces had achieved results with long-range strikes against Caspian vessels used for military cargo shipments involving Iran, linking the maritime attack to Iran's military support for Russia.", "lat": 38.5, "lng": 51.2, "tid": "ukraine-strikes-iranian-commercial-vessel-caspian-jul25", "tn": "Ukraine strikes Iranian Caspian vessel", "dmg": 78, "cas": 2, "dl": "CASPIAN STRIKE — Iran says a Ukrainian attack on a commercial vessel kills one and wounds another; Kyiv cites ships carrying military cargo involving Iran", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "AP, July 25 — Iran reports one killed and one wounded in Ukrainian attack on Iranian commercial vessel in the Caspian Sea", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/iran-us-hormuz-strait-war-25-july-2026-df3790320c595f3e599fb1dd69423e77" } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-26", "time": "Sunday", "side": "diplomatic", "title": "Iran and Oman report progress in Hormuz talks as strike pause holds", "detail": "Iran's Foreign Ministry said several rounds of technical talks with an Omani delegation over the Strait of Hormuz made progress and were continuing after the delegation left Tehran. A regional official told AP that both Washington and Tehran wanted to return to the June interim ceasefire and that negotiators were discussing Iranian management of vessel transit through Hormuz with fewer restrictions. The diplomatic push coincided with a pause in both U.S. strikes on Iran and Iranian counterstrikes on neighboring states hosting U.S. forces, though no agreement or formal ceasefire had been announced.", "lat": 23.588, "lng": 58.3829, "tid": "iran-oman-hormuz-talks-progress-strike-pause-jul26", "tn": "Iran Oman Hormuz talks progress", "dmg": 68, "cas": 0, "dl": "DE-ESCALATION TALKS — Iran and Oman report progress on a Hormuz transit compromise as the U.S.-Iran strike pause extends into Sunday", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "AP, July 26 — Iran confirms several rounds of Oman-mediated technical talks; regional official says proposed compromise would ease Hormuz transit restrictions", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/iran-war-trump-diplomacy-netanyahu-d491158a4c9a1d3429a87a6ed58f2f72" }, { "name": "Axios, July 25 — Trump held U.S. strikes as Omani delegation negotiated a possible arrangement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz", "url": "https://www.axios.com/2026/07/25/trump-iran-war-military-directive-strikes" } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-27", "time": "overnight Sunday-Monday local time", "side": "iran", "title": "IRGC fires warning shots and turns back six vessels in Strait of Hormuz", "detail": "Iranian state television said the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy fired warning shots at six vessels that attempted to cross the Strait of Hormuz outside routes designated by Iranian authorities, forcing them to turn back. The action occurred despite the pause in direct U.S.-Iran strikes and showed that Iran continued enforcing its effective blockade while Oman-mediated negotiations focused on rules for restoring commercial transit. State television also referred to an unspecified incident involving one vessel; no casualties or damage were reported.", "lat": 26.5667, "lng": 56.25, "tid": "irgc-warning-shots-six-vessels-hormuz-jul27", "tn": "IRGC turns back six Hormuz vessels", "dmg": 76, "cas": 0, "dl": "HORMUZ BLOCKADE ENFORCED — IRGC warning shots force six vessels off routes Iran deemed unauthorized even as the wider U.S.-Iran strike pause holds", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "AFP/BSS, July 27 — Iranian state TV says IRGC warning shots turned back six vessels using unapproved Hormuz routes", "url": "https://www.bssnews.net/international/409270" }, { "name": "The National, July 27 — Tehran says six vessels were turned back in Hormuz after using an illegal route", "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/news/mena/2026/07/27/live-iran-hormuz-vessels/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-27", "time": "Monday", "side": "iran", "title": "Saudi Arabia intercepts Iraq-launched drones targeting oil facilities", "detail": "Saudi Arabia's Defense Ministry said its air defenses intercepted and destroyed several drones launched from Iraqi territory by Iran-backed militias toward petroleum facilities in the Eastern Province and Riyadh. Saudi Arabia said it reserved the right to respond and called on Baghdad to prevent its territory from being used for attacks. Yemen's Houthis separately claimed drone attacks on Saudi oil infrastructure, including the East-West Pipeline, but it was unclear whether that claim referred to the same attack. No casualties or confirmed damage were reported.", "lat": 25.934, "lng": 49.668, "tid": "iraq-militia-drones-saudi-oil-facilities-intercepted-jul27", "tn": "Saudi oil facilities drone attack", "dmg": 78, "cas": 0, "dl": "SAUDI OIL FACILITIES TARGETED — Air defenses intercept several Iraq-launched drones aimed at petroleum sites in the Eastern Province and Riyadh", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "Reuters/Investing.com, July 27 — Saudi Arabia says Iran-backed Iraqi militias launched drones at petroleum targets in Riyadh and the Eastern Province", "url": "https://www.investing.com/news/commodities-news/iran-says-it-still-controls-strait-not-seeking-talks-after-trump-halts-bombing-4813267" }, { "name": "AP, July 27 — Saudi Arabia reports downing drones fired by Iran-backed Iraqi militias at petroleum facilities", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/iran-us-hormuz-strait-war-qatar-pakistan-d57e675a7be6dbdd34561909ced240d0" }, { "name": "The National, July 27 — Saudi Arabia intercepts multiple drones and reserves the right to respond", "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/news/gulf/2026/07/27/saudi-arabia-drone-attacks-iraq/" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://apnews.com/article/iran-war-us-hormuz-strait-july-30-2026-8dc77ed6a65f389ea4af84635d2473bd", "source": "Planet Labs PBC via AP News", "captureDate": "2026-07-27", "description": "Planet Labs imagery analyzed by AP shows damage to Saudi Aramco's Abqaiq oil-processing facility after drones targeted Saudi petroleum infrastructure." } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-27", "time": "Monday morning", "side": "iran", "title": "Jordanian air force downs two drones entering from Iran", "detail": "The Jordanian Armed Forces said Royal Jordanian Air Force aircraft intercepted and shot down two drones that breached Jordanian airspace from Iranian territory and targeted the kingdom on Monday morning. The interceptions came during the third day of the pause in direct U.S.-Iran strikes but amid continued attacks by Iran-aligned groups elsewhere in the region. Jordan reported no casualties or material damage.", "lat": 31.9539, "lng": 35.9106, "tid": "jordan-downs-two-iran-origin-drones-jul27", "tn": "Jordan intercepts Iran-origin drones", "dmg": 70, "cas": 0, "dl": "JORDAN DRONE INTERCEPTIONS — Royal Jordanian Air Force downs two drones entering from Iranian territory; no casualties or damage reported", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "Petra, July 27 — Jordanian military says two drones entering from Iranian territory were intercepted and neutralized", "url": "https://petra.gov.jo/bin/index.php/en/news/jordan-air-defense-systems-intercept-neutralize-two-iranian-drones" }, { "name": "AP, July 27 — Jordan reports shooting down two drones during scattered regional attacks", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/iran-us-hormuz-strait-war-qatar-pakistan-d57e675a7be6dbdd34561909ced240d0" }, { "name": "The National, July 27 — Jordan reports two drones intercepted with no casualties or material damage", "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/news/gulf/2026/07/27/saudi-arabia-drone-attacks-iraq/" } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-28", "time": "5:45 p.m. ET", "side": "iran", "title": "Iran launches ballistic missiles at U.S. base in Jordan", "detail": "Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps launched multiple ballistic missiles toward Muwaffaq Salti Air Base and the U.S. Central Command headquarters in Jordan, ending a roughly three-day pause in direct U.S.-Iran attacks. CENTCOM said all missiles were intercepted and the attack caused no reported casualties or damage. Iran described the salvo as an attack on U.S. forces; Jordan said its air defenses destroyed the incoming missiles.", "lat": 31.833, "lng": 36.783, "tid": "iran-ballistic-missiles-us-base-jordan-jul28", "tn": "Iran targets U.S. base in Jordan", "dmg": 84, "cas": 0, "dl": "STRIKE PAUSE SHATTERED — Iran launches multiple ballistic missiles at a U.S. base and CENTCOM headquarters in Jordan; all are reported intercepted", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "AP, July 28-29 — CENTCOM says all Iranian missiles targeting U.S. forces were intercepted; Jordan identifies Muwaffaq Salti Air Base and CENTCOM headquarters as targets", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/iran-war-us-hormuz-strait-july-29-2026-e31d249ba6443decdd3e63cd00f0fb84" }, { "name": "Axios, July 28 — IRGC launches multiple ballistic missiles toward U.S. base in Jordan at 5:45 p.m. ET", "url": "https://www.axios.com/2026/07/28/iran-missile-attack-us-base-jordan" } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-29", "time": "overnight Tuesday-Wednesday local time", "side": "us", "title": "U.S. and Saudi aircraft strike Iran-backed militias across eastern Iraq", "detail": "U.S. and Saudi fighter aircraft struck multiple logistics and weapons sites used by Iran-backed militias across eastern Iraq. CENTCOM said the operation responded to more than 30 IRGC-directed drone attacks over the preceding 72 hours against U.S. forces and Saudi energy infrastructure. Iraq's Popular Mobilization Forces said at least 20 fighters were killed and 32 wounded at sites in several parts of the country; Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi convened an emergency National Security Council meeting.", "lat": 33.2, "lng": 44.8, "tid": "us-saudi-strikes-iran-backed-militias-iraq-jul29", "tn": "U.S.-Saudi strikes hit Iraqi militias", "dmg": 92, "cas": 52, "dl": "JOINT U.S.-SAUDI STRIKES — Aircraft hit militia logistics and weapons sites across eastern Iraq; PMF reports 20 killed and 32 wounded", "dc": "dmg-severe", "sources": [ { "name": "AP, July 29 — U.S. and Saudi aircraft strike multiple militia sites in eastern Iraq; PMF reports at least 20 killed and 32 wounded", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/iran-war-us-hormuz-strait-july-29-2026-e31d249ba6443decdd3e63cd00f0fb84" }, { "name": "Axios, July 28 — CENTCOM says joint strikes answered more than 30 IRGC-directed drone attacks over 72 hours", "url": "https://www.axios.com/2026/07/28/iran-missile-attack-us-base-jordan" } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-29", "time": "Wednesday", "side": "iran", "title": "IRGC claims strikes stopped three oil tankers in Strait of Hormuz", "detail": "Iran's Revolutionary Guard Navy claimed it struck and stopped three unidentified oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz after they allegedly ignored repeated warnings and used what Iran called an unsafe and illegal route. Iranian state media did not identify the vessels or their flags. Maritime monitors had not independently confirmed the attacks at the time of reporting, and no casualties or damage details were available.", "lat": 26.5667, "lng": 56.25, "tid": "irgc-claims-three-oil-tankers-struck-hormuz-jul29", "tn": "IRGC claims three tanker strikes", "dmg": 82, "cas": 0, "dl": "THREE TANKERS REPORTED HIT — IRGC Navy says it struck and stopped vessels using a route Iran deemed illegal; no independent confirmation yet", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "AP, July 29 — Iranian state media reports IRGC claim that three oil tankers were struck and stopped; vessels unidentified and claim unconfirmed", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/iran-war-us-hormuz-strait-july-29-2026-e31d249ba6443decdd3e63cd00f0fb84" } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-29", "time": "Wednesday evening ET", "side": "us", "title": "U.S. resumes bombing with heavy wave of strikes across Iran", "detail": "U.S. Central Command said it completed a heavy wave of strikes against dozens of Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps targets in Iran, including military command centers, missile and drone facilities, coastal surveillance and air-defense sites, and maritime capabilities. The operation was the first U.S. bombing in Iran since a five-day pause and was described as retaliation for Iran's July 28 missile attack on a U.S. base in Jordan. Iran's official IRNA news agency said a strike on Qeshm Island killed three people and wounded two.", "lat": 26.8, "lng": 55.9, "tid": "us-heavy-wave-irgc-targets-iran-jul29", "tn": "U.S. heavy strike wave hits Iran", "dmg": 95, "cas": 5, "dl": "U.S. BOMBING RESUMES — CENTCOM says dozens of IRGC command, missile, drone, defense and maritime targets were struck; Iran reports three killed and two wounded on Qeshm", "dc": "dmg-severe", "sources": [ { "name": "AP, July 30 — CENTCOM says dozens of IRGC targets were struck; IRNA reports three killed and two wounded on Qeshm Island", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/iran-war-us-hormuz-strait-july-30-2026-8dc77ed6a65f389ea4af84635d2473bd" }, { "name": "Axios, July 29 — U.S. launches first strikes in Iran since Friday pause, targeting command, missile, drone, defense and maritime facilities", "url": "https://www.axios.com/2026/07/29/us-airstrikes-iran-trump-resume" } ], "satelliteImages": [ { "url": "https://www.nytimes.com/2026/07/31/world/middleeast/us-iran-bomb-mk84-qeshm-island.html", "source": "Satellite imagery analysis via The New York Times", "captureDate": "2026-07-31", "description": "New York Times visual analysis of satellite imagery, videos and photos shows a large crater at a family home in a densely populated area of Qeshm Island, consistent with a 2,000-pound Mk 84 bomb; Iranian officials reported three family members killed." } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-29", "time": "Wednesday", "side": "unknown", "title": "Drone strikes set two natural gas vessels ablaze at Egypt's Damietta port", "detail": "Drone strikes ignited fires aboard a U.S.-owned floating natural gas storage facility and a Greek-owned tanker at the Egyptian port of Damietta, according to British maritime security firm Ambrey. Egypt's prime minister's office said an initial investigation confirmed a drone caused the fires. No injuries were reported and responsibility remained unconfirmed; an Iran-linked attack would mark a significant expansion of the war into Egypt.", "lat": 31.46, "lng": 31.82, "tid": "drone-strikes-gas-vessels-damietta-jul29", "tn": "Drones hit gas vessels in Egypt", "dmg": 79, "cas": 0, "dl": "EGYPTIAN PORT HIT — Drone strikes ignite fires on two natural gas vessels at Damietta; no injuries and no confirmed perpetrator", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "AP, July 30 — Ambrey and Egypt say drones caused fires on U.S.- and Greek-owned gas vessels at Damietta; responsibility unconfirmed", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/iran-war-us-hormuz-strait-july-30-2026-8dc77ed6a65f389ea4af84635d2473bd" } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-30", "time": "early Thursday local time", "side": "iran", "title": "Jordan intercepts five Iranian missiles after renewed U.S. strikes", "detail": "Jordan's armed forces said its air defenses shot down five missiles launched from Iran hours after the United States completed a new wave of strikes against Iranian targets. Jordan reported no casualties or material damage from the interceptions. The missiles' intended targets were not immediately specified.", "lat": 31.95, "lng": 35.93, "tid": "jordan-intercepts-five-iranian-missiles-jul30", "tn": "Jordan downs five Iranian missiles", "dmg": 86, "cas": 0, "dl": "FIVE MISSILES INTERCEPTED — Jordan downs an Iranian salvo after renewed U.S. strikes; no casualties or damage reported", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "AP, July 30 — Jordan says air defenses intercepted five missiles launched from Iran with no casualties", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/iran-war-us-hormuz-strait-july-30-2026-8dc77ed6a65f389ea4af84635d2473bd" } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-30", "time": "Thursday morning local time", "side": "iran", "title": "Iranian strike hits Chinese firm's building in northern Kuwait, killing worker", "detail": "An Iranian strike hit a building belonging to a Chinese company in northern Kuwait, severely damaging the structure and killing one worker, according to Kuwait's military. The attack followed renewed U.S. strikes in Iran and a subsequent Iranian missile salvo intercepted by Jordan.", "lat": 29.82, "lng": 47.68, "tid": "iran-strike-chinese-firm-northern-kuwait-jul30", "tn": "Iranian strike kills worker in Kuwait", "dmg": 88, "cas": 1, "dl": "FATAL STRIKE IN KUWAIT — Iranian attack severely damages a Chinese firm's building in northern Kuwait and kills one worker", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "AP, July 30 — Kuwait's military says Iranian strike severely damaged Chinese firm's building and killed one worker", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/iran-war-us-hormuz-strait-july-30-2026-8dc77ed6a65f389ea4af84635d2473bd" } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-31", "time": "Friday", "side": "iran", "title": "Kuwait intercepts Iranian drones targeting military facilities", "detail": "Kuwait's Defense Ministry said its armed forces shot down Iranian drones targeting several vital military facilities. Falling shrapnel caused material damage but no casualties. Iranian state media said the operation targeted an air base in retaliation for U.S. strikes on Iran the previous day; Kuwait did not specify how many drones were intercepted.", "lat": 29.3759, "lng": 47.9774, "tid": "kuwait-intercepts-iranian-drones-military-sites-jul31", "tn": "Kuwait intercepts Iranian drones", "dmg": 78, "cas": 0, "dl": "KUWAIT TARGETED — Iranian drones attack vital military facilities; intercept debris causes material damage but no casualties", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "AP, July 31 — Kuwait says Iranian drones targeted military facilities, causing shrapnel damage but no casualties", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/mideast-gaza-iran-israel-palestinians-strait-hormuz-9304893b474a48d18913d6f70fae4a8e" } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-31", "time": "Friday", "side": "iran", "title": "IRGC claims two more tanker strikes in Strait of Hormuz", "detail": "Iran's Revolutionary Guard claimed it struck two oil tankers attempting to pass through the Strait of Hormuz without Iranian authorization. Iranian state media said four other tankers turned around, but did not identify the vessels, describe damage or report casualties. The claim was not independently confirmed at the time of reporting.", "lat": 26.5667, "lng": 56.25, "tid": "irgc-claims-two-tanker-strikes-hormuz-jul31", "tn": "IRGC claims two more tanker strikes", "dmg": 81, "cas": 0, "dl": "SHIPPING ATTACKS CONTINUE — IRGC claims two tankers hit in Hormuz and says four others turned back; vessel details remain unconfirmed", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "AP, July 31 — IRGC claims two tankers struck and four others turned around in the Strait of Hormuz", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/mideast-gaza-iran-israel-palestinians-strait-hormuz-9304893b474a48d18913d6f70fae4a8e" } ] }, { "date": "2026-07-31", "time": "Friday", "side": "iran", "title": "Projectile damages tanker engine room off Oman", "detail": "The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations agency said an unknown projectile struck a tanker 11 nautical miles northeast of Lima, Oman. The impact damaged the vessel's engine room but caused no reported casualties. The British Navy reported the incident on Saturday amid Iran's continuing attacks on vessels attempting to transit the Strait of Hormuz without its authorization.", "lat": 25.9, "lng": 56.45, "tid": "projectile-damages-tanker-engine-room-oman-jul31", "tn": "Tanker struck off Oman", "dmg": 83, "cas": 0, "dl": "TANKER ENGINE ROOM HIT — Unknown projectile damages vessel northeast of Lima, Oman; no casualties reported", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "AP, August 1 — UKMTO says projectile struck tanker off Oman and damaged its engine room", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/trump-iran-strait-hormuz-israel-gaza-mideast-e61e88c14d8aca48c1c56368650baea5" } ] }, { "date": "2026-08-01", "time": "Saturday", "side": "iran", "title": "Iranian drones hit vital facilities in northern Kuwait", "detail": "Kuwait's military said Iranian drones hit several vital facilities, including a government structure in the country's north. Kuwaiti forces responded to the attacks, which caused damage but no casualties. The operation followed a separate Iranian drone attack on Kuwaiti military facilities the previous day.", "lat": 29.82, "lng": 47.68, "tid": "iranian-drones-hit-northern-kuwait-facilities-aug01", "tn": "Iranian drones hit northern Kuwait", "dmg": 84, "cas": 0, "dl": "SECOND DAY OF KUWAIT ATTACKS — Iranian drones hit vital facilities and a northern government structure; no casualties reported", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "AP, August 1 — Kuwait says Iranian drones hit vital facilities and a government structure in the north", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/trump-iran-strait-hormuz-israel-gaza-mideast-e61e88c14d8aca48c1c56368650baea5" } ] }, { "date": "2026-08-01", "time": "Saturday", "side": "unknown", "title": "Explosion reported beside tanker near Khasab in Strait of Hormuz", "detail": "The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations agency reported a large splash and explosion close to a tanker sailing 21 nautical miles northwest of Khasab, Oman. No casualties were reported and the vessel was not said to have been hit. Responsibility was not immediately established amid continuing Iranian attacks on shipping in the strait.", "lat": 26.31, "lng": 55.9, "tid": "explosion-near-tanker-khasab-aug01", "tn": "Explosion near tanker off Khasab", "dmg": 68, "cas": 0, "dl": "NEAR-MISS IN HORMUZ — Large splash and explosion reported close to tanker northwest of Khasab; no casualties reported", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "AP, August 1 — UKMTO reports explosion close to tanker northwest of Khasab", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/trump-iran-strait-hormuz-israel-gaza-mideast-e61e88c14d8aca48c1c56368650baea5" } ] }, { "date": "2026-08-02", "time": "early Sunday UTC", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "Trump halts planned Iran strikes after mediators outline possible war-ending deal", "detail": "President Donald Trump said he would hold off on ordering a planned new U.S. attack on Iran after Middle Eastern mediators reached parameters for a possible deal to end the five-month war. According to a regional official cited by AP, the proposal calls for reopening the Strait of Hormuz and halting attacks across the region, including operations by Iran-backed militias in Iraq against Gulf states and Jordan. The announcement marked a major de-escalation from threatened strikes on Iranian energy and infrastructure targets, but Iran had not publicly accepted a final agreement and the pause remained conditional on negotiations succeeding.", "lat": 24.7136, "lng": 46.6753, "tid": "trump-halts-iran-strikes-mediators-outline-deal-aug02", "tn": "Planned U.S. strikes halted", "dmg": 82, "cas": 0, "dl": "CONDITIONAL DE-ESCALATION — Trump cancels a planned attack after mediators outline terms to reopen Hormuz and halt regional attacks", "dc": "dmg-diplomatic", "sources": [ { "name": "AP, August 2 — Trump says he will halt planned Iran strikes after parameters reached for a possible war-ending deal", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/f4c225f6667d9fd171616304701825a0" }, { "name": "Axios, August 2 — Trump cancels planned Iran attack after Saudi mediation and progress in negotiations", "url": "https://www.axios.com/2026/08/02/trump-iran-attack-cancelled" } ] }, { "date": "2026-08-03", "time": "Monday", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "U.S. and Iran dispute scope of renewed contacts as Oman pursues safe Hormuz route", "detail": "President Donald Trump said U.S.-Iran contacts had resumed and described the effort as Iran's last chance to reach a deal, with reopening the Strait of Hormuz as a first phase and nuclear negotiations to follow. Iran's Foreign Ministry denied that direct negotiations with Washington were underway, saying its talks were with Oman and limited to creating a temporary safe-navigation route through the strait. Kpler data cited by AP showed nine vessels transited Sunday, most using an Iranian-controlled route, underscoring that the broader shipping shutdown remained in place.", "lat": 23.588, "lng": 58.3829, "tid": "us-iran-dispute-talks-oman-safe-route-aug03", "tn": "U.S.-Iran contacts disputed", "dmg": 76, "cas": 0, "dl": "TALKS REMAIN UNCERTAIN — Washington claims renewed negotiations while Tehran says Oman discussions cover only a temporary safe-navigation route", "dc": "dmg-diplomatic", "sources": [ { "name": "AP, August 3 — Trump says talks resumed while Iran says discussions with Oman concern a temporary Hormuz route", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/mideast-iran-us-israel-palestinians-gaza-3b92568b6f2eec283eb51d0327ee682a" } ] }, { "date": "2026-08-04", "time": "2:00 a.m. local", "side": "unknown", "title": "Cargo ship struck by projectile northeast of Khasab in Strait of Hormuz", "detail": "A cargo ship reported being hit by an unknown projectile while sailing 37 kilometers northeast of Khasab, Oman, according to the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations center. UKMTO did not identify the vessel, its flag or cargo and initially released no casualty or damage assessment. Responsibility was not established. The strike occurred despite diplomatic efforts to establish safe passage through the strait, which remained effectively shut by attacks on shipping and the U.S. blockade of Iranian ports.", "lat": 26.42, "lng": 56.49, "tid": "cargo-ship-struck-northeast-khasab-aug04", "tn": "Cargo ship struck off Khasab", "dmg": 82, "cas": 0, "dl": "HORMUZ STRIKE DURING DIPLOMACY — Unknown projectile hits cargo ship northeast of Khasab; responsibility and damage not immediately known", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "AP, August 4 — UKMTO says cargo ship reported hit by unknown projectile northeast of Khasab", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/iran-us-hormuz-mideast-gaza-israel-palestinians-ff5f13230ab92b5ae3022f45b2585444" } ] }, { "date": "2026-08-04", "time": "Tuesday", "side": "unknown", "title": "Explosive boat attack sinks Indian-flagged ship off Yemen", "detail": "An Indian-flagged commercial ship sank in the Red Sea off Yemen after being struck by an explosive-laden boat, according to Yemeni and Indian authorities. Yemen's coast guard rescued all 14 crew members, including 13 Indian nationals and one Yemeni. No group immediately claimed responsibility, but the sinking came amid an escalating Houthi campaign against Saudi-linked shipping and threats to close the Bab el-Mandeb route.", "lat": 14.9, "lng": 42.7, "tid": "indian-ship-sunk-explosive-boat-red-sea-aug04", "tn": "Indian ship sunk off Yemen", "dmg": 91, "cas": 0, "dl": "COMMERCIAL SHIP SUNK — Explosive-laden boat strikes Indian-flagged vessel off Yemen; coast guard rescues all 14 crew", "dc": "dmg-severe", "sources": [ { "name": "AP, August 5 — Yemeni and Indian authorities say explosive-laden boat sank Indian-flagged ship off Yemen on Tuesday", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/ecdbd96f2b46c70beb5926d8508f9c55" } ] }, { "date": "2026-08-05", "time": "Wednesday", "side": "iran-allies", "title": "Houthis claim ballistic missile attack on Saudi tanker off Yanbu", "detail": "Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi movement claimed it fired ballistic missiles at the Saudi oil tanker Wafa in the northern Red Sea off Yanbu. Houthi military spokesman Yahya Saree announced the operation without providing evidence, and Saudi Arabia did not immediately confirm the attack or report casualties or damage. The claim extended the group's recent escalation against Saudi shipping while talks continued over reopening the Strait of Hormuz.", "lat": 24.05, "lng": 37.9, "tid": "houthis-claim-missile-attack-wafa-tanker-yanbu-aug05", "tn": "Claimed Houthi attack on Wafa tanker", "dmg": 78, "cas": 0, "dl": "CLAIMED RED SEA MISSILE ATTACK — Houthis say ballistic missiles targeted Saudi tanker Wafa off Yanbu; no independent confirmation", "dc": "dmg-strategic", "sources": [ { "name": "AP, August 5 — Houthis claim ballistic missile attack on Saudi oil tanker Wafa off Yanbu without providing evidence", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/ecdbd96f2b46c70beb5926d8508f9c55" } ] }, { "date": "2026-08-05", "time": "Wednesday", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "U.S., Iran and Oman near 60-day framework to reopen Strait of Hormuz", "detail": "U.S., Iranian and Omani officials were closing in on a temporary agreement aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz and restoring the U.S.-Iran ceasefire. Regional officials said the proposed 60-day arrangement would route inbound shipping through an Iranian-controlled lane and outbound traffic through an Omani-controlled lane, with security and environmental service fees under discussion and a possible link to lifting the U.S. blockade of Iranian ports. President Donald Trump said an announcement could come Wednesday or Thursday, while U.S. officials stressed that negotiations had made progress but were not final.", "lat": 26.35, "lng": 56.3, "tid": "us-iran-oman-near-60-day-hormuz-framework-aug05", "tn": "60-day Hormuz framework nears agreement", "dmg": 88, "cas": 0, "dl": "HORMUZ FRAMEWORK TAKES SHAPE — Negotiators near a temporary 60-day shipping arrangement, but terms remain unsigned", "dc": "dmg-diplomatic", "sources": [ { "name": "AP, August 5 — Trump says Hormuz deal could come within days as Iran and Oman make progress on shipping routes", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/ecdbd96f2b46c70beb5926d8508f9c55" }, { "name": "Axios, August 5 — U.S., Iran and Oman near a temporary 60-day Hormuz arrangement", "url": "https://www.axios.com/2026/08/05/us-iran-strait-of-hormuz-deal-nears" } ] }, { "date": "2026-08-05", "time": "Wednesday", "side": "israel", "title": "Israeli strike on Tebnine kills one and wounds 12", "detail": "Lebanon's Health Ministry said an Israeli strike on the southern town of Tebnine killed one person and wounded 12. Israel said it was carrying out precise strikes in southern Lebanon after accusing Hezbollah of violating the June ceasefire, and issued an evacuation warning for Mansouri, the first such warning in weeks. The escalation cut short Israeli-Lebanese talks in Rome on implementing the truce.", "lat": 33.194, "lng": 35.412, "tid": "israeli-strike-tebnine-casualties-aug05", "tn": "Israeli strike on Tebnine", "dmg": 84, "cas": 13, "dl": "LEBANON TRUCE ESCALATES — Israeli strike kills one and wounds 12 in Tebnine as implementation talks end early", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "AP, August 6 — Lebanon says Israeli strike in Tebnine killed one and wounded 12", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/israel-lebanon-hezbollah-truce-soldiers-c94313277641ce409718d0a2e7ae2cd2" } ] }, { "date": "2026-08-05", "time": "Wednesday", "side": "iran-allies", "title": "Explosion kills two Israeli soldiers in southern Lebanon", "detail": "An explosion during combat in southern Lebanon killed two Israeli soldiers and seriously wounded four others, Israel's military confirmed Thursday. They were the first Israeli deaths since the June truce with Iran-backed Hezbollah. Hezbollah did not immediately issue a statement, and the precise cause and location of the explosion were not initially disclosed.", "lat": 33.275, "lng": 35.43, "tid": "explosion-kills-israeli-soldiers-south-lebanon-aug05", "tn": "Israeli soldiers killed in south Lebanon", "dmg": 88, "cas": 6, "dl": "FIRST ISRAELI DEATHS UNDER TRUCE — Combat explosion kills two soldiers and seriously wounds four in southern Lebanon", "dc": "dmg-severe", "sources": [ { "name": "AP, August 6 — Two Israeli soldiers killed and four seriously wounded in southern Lebanon", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/israel-lebanon-hezbollah-truce-soldiers-c94313277641ce409718d0a2e7ae2cd2" } ] }, { "date": "2026-08-06", "time": "Thursday", "side": "iran-allies", "title": "Houthi missile and drone strikes kill at least 30 Yemeni government troops", "detail": "Yemen's Iran-backed Houthis launched ballistic missiles and drones at camps belonging to the internationally recognized government's forces in Marib and Hadramout provinces. Yemeni officials told AP that at least 30 troops were killed and at least 50 wounded, while Houthi military spokesman Yahya Saree claimed the strikes hit camps, depots, vehicles and weapons. The attacks marked a major escalation beyond the Houthis' recent campaign against Saudi-linked shipping.", "lat": 15.47, "lng": 45.32, "tid": "houthi-strikes-marib-hadramout-government-camps-aug06", "tn": "Houthi strikes on Yemeni government camps", "dmg": 91, "cas": 80, "dl": "MAJOR YEMEN ESCALATION — Ballistic missiles and drones kill at least 30 troops and wound at least 50 in Marib and Hadramout", "dc": "dmg-severe", "sources": [ { "name": "AP, August 6 — Houthi attacks on government camps kill at least 30 troops and wound at least 50", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/houthi-rebel-attacks-marib-hadhramaut-c1cbd145c5e740b93a4731980ec4e697" } ] }, { "date": "2026-08-06", "time": "Thursday", "side": "iran-allies", "title": "Houthi cross-border attacks injure 11 civilians in Saudi Arabia", "detail": "A series of Houthi attacks struck civilian areas in Saudi Arabia's southern Najran region near the Yemeni border, according to the Saudi military. Eleven people were wounded: seven Saudi nationals, one Yemeni, two Egyptians and one Pakistani expatriate, including a 4-year-old child. The attacks followed the Houthis' deadly strikes on Yemeni government forces earlier the same day and represented a renewed direct cross-border escalation with Saudi Arabia.", "lat": 17.5656, "lng": 44.2289, "tid": "houthi-cross-border-attacks-najran-civilians-aug06", "tn": "Houthi attacks injure civilians in Najran", "dmg": 86, "cas": 11, "dl": "CROSS-BORDER ESCALATION — Houthi attacks wound 11 civilians, including a child, in Saudi Arabia's Najran region", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "AP, August 6 — Saudi military says Houthi attacks injured 11 civilians near Yemen border", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/houthi-rebel-attacks-marib-hadhramaut-c1cbd145c5e740b93a4731980ec4e697" } ] }, { "date": "2026-08-07", "time": "Friday", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "Hormuz deal stalls over Iranian control and proposed fees", "detail": "A proposed temporary agreement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz remained unresolved as Washington rejected any arrangement that would cement Iranian control or allow Tehran to charge transit fees. Iran continued to insist on a measure of control over the waterway. Lloyd's List Intelligence data cited by AP showed traffic had risen to 84 transits in the latest week from 45 the week before, but remained far below the more than 700 weekly transits typical before the war; at least two ships were hit during the preceding week.", "lat": 26.35, "lng": 56.3, "tid": "hormuz-deal-stalls-control-fees-aug07", "tn": "Hormuz talks stall over control and fees", "dmg": 84, "cas": 0, "dl": "SHIPPING DEAL UNRESOLVED — Washington rejects Iranian control and fees as weekly traffic remains roughly one-eighth of prewar levels", "dc": "dmg-diplomatic", "sources": [ { "name": "AP, August 7 — Hormuz agreement remains stuck over Iranian control and transit fees", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/iran-trump-strait-hormuz-diplomacy-stockpiles-0220ceb7904e16c30869c8fe4cf2a3db" } ] }, { "date": "2026-08-07", "time": "Friday", "side": "iran-allies", "title": "Houthis renew missile and drone attacks on Marib camp", "detail": "Yemen's Iran-backed Houthis launched a new round of attacks on Saudi-backed forces in Marib province Friday morning. Houthi military spokesman Yahya Saree said missiles and drones targeted a military camp and destroyed storage facilities and military equipment. A military official with the government-aligned forces confirmed attacks in the province, but no casualty total was immediately reported.", "lat": 15.47, "lng": 45.32, "tid": "houthi-renewed-strikes-marib-camp-aug07", "tn": "Renewed Houthi strikes on Marib camp", "dmg": 84, "cas": 0, "dl": "YEMEN ESCALATION CONTINUES — Houthis launch fresh missile and drone attacks on a Saudi-backed camp in Marib", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "AP, August 7 — Houthis say missiles and drones struck a Saudi-backed military camp in Marib", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/d2ddfe7ce02c7814420b9029158ed57c" } ] }, { "date": "2026-08-07", "time": "Friday", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "Turkey, Pakistan and Saudi Arabia sign mutual-defense pact", "detail": "Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan signed a mutual-defense agreement declaring that an armed attack on any one of the three would be treated as an attack on all. The pact was signed in Saudi Arabia by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. It creates a new regional security alignment as Saudi infrastructure and oil facilities face attacks linked to the Iran war.", "lat": 24.7136, "lng": 46.6753, "tid": "turkey-pakistan-saudi-mutual-defense-pact-aug07", "tn": "Three-country mutual-defense pact", "dmg": 89, "cas": 0, "dl": "NEW REGIONAL DEFENSE AXIS — Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan agree that an attack on one will be treated as an attack on all", "dc": "dmg-diplomatic", "sources": [ { "name": "AP, August 7 — Turkey, Pakistan and Saudi Arabia sign a mutual-defense agreement", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/d2ddfe7ce02c7814420b9029158ed57c" } ] }, { "date": "2026-08-08", "time": "Saturday", "side": "iran", "title": "Iranian missile strikes ADNOC vessel in Strait of Hormuz", "detail": "The United Arab Emirates said Iran fired a missile at a vessel owned by state energy company ADNOC while it transited the Strait of Hormuz. ADNOC reported no casualties and did not disclose damage. UK Maritime Trade Operations separately reported that a vessel east of Khasab, Oman, was hit by a projectile and briefly caught fire before the crew extinguished it; authorities had not confirmed whether the reports described the same incident.", "lat": 26.2, "lng": 56.55, "tid": "iran-missile-adnoc-vessel-hormuz-aug08", "tn": "Iranian missile hits ADNOC vessel", "dmg": 87, "cas": 0, "dl": "COMMERCIAL SHIP ATTACKED — UAE says an Iranian missile hit an ADNOC vessel in Hormuz; no casualties reported", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "AP, August 8 — UAE says Iran targeted an ADNOC vessel in the Strait of Hormuz", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/feb75871fb82c44b3f7fd0ee02bb24b4" } ] }, { "date": "2026-08-08", "time": "Saturday", "side": "diplomacy", "title": "Iran sets sweeping new conditions for reopening Hormuz", "detail": "Iran's Supreme National Security Council said the Strait of Hormuz would remain closed until the United States permanently ends the war against Iran and its regional allies, lifts its naval blockade and sanctions, withdraws forces from the region, releases frozen Iranian assets and compensates Iran for war damage. The demands complicated negotiations even as Iran and Oman worked on a temporary no-toll navigation arrangement.", "lat": 26.35, "lng": 56.3, "tid": "iran-new-hormuz-reopening-demands-aug08", "tn": "Iran hardens Hormuz reopening terms", "dmg": 90, "cas": 0, "dl": "HORMUZ TALKS HARDEN — Tehran ties reopening to an end to the war, U.S. withdrawal, sanctions relief, frozen assets and compensation", "dc": "dmg-diplomatic", "sources": [ { "name": "AP, August 8 — Iran issues new conditions for reopening the Strait of Hormuz", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/feb75871fb82c44b3f7fd0ee02bb24b4" } ] }, { "date": "2026-08-08", "time": "Saturday", "side": "coalition", "title": "Yemeni government forces strike Houthi positions", "detail": "Yemen's internationally recognized military said it attacked Houthi sites and capabilities across multiple front lines in response to the rebels' recent missile and drone strikes in central and eastern Yemen. Officials did not disclose specific targets, damage or casualties. The counterattacks deepened an escalation that threatened to reignite major fighting in Yemen after the 2022 truce.", "lat": 15.47, "lng": 45.32, "tid": "yemeni-government-counterstrikes-houthis-aug08", "tn": "Yemeni forces counterstrike Houthi positions", "dmg": 83, "cas": 0, "dl": "YEMEN COUNTERSTRIKES — Government forces hit Houthi positions on multiple fronts after the rebels' renewed attacks", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "AP, August 8 — Yemen's military attacks Houthi sites on multiple front lines", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/feb75871fb82c44b3f7fd0ee02bb24b4" } ] }, { "date": "2026-08-09", "time": "Sunday", "side": "iran-allies", "title": "Houthi drone attack ignites fire at Jazan Aramco refinery", "detail": "Yemen's Iran-backed Houthis said they targeted Saudi Aramco's refinery in Jazan with a drone, claiming retaliation for Saudi drone incursions over Yemen's Hajjah and Saada provinces. Saudi Arabia's Energy Ministry reported a fire at an Aramco refinery facility early Sunday; the blaze was extinguished and no casualties were reported, though the ministry did not identify the cause.", "lat": 16.89, "lng": 42.55, "tid": "houthi-drone-jazan-aramco-refinery-aug09", "tn": "Houthi drone targets Jazan refinery", "dmg": 89, "cas": 0, "dl": "SAUDI ENERGY SITE HIT — Houthis claim a drone attack as a fire breaks out at the Jazan Aramco refinery; no casualties", "dc": "dmg-heavy", "sources": [ { "name": "AP, August 9 — Houthis claim drone attack on Aramco refinery in Jazan", "url": "https://apnews.com/article/6c5aa0c5debcca3fa36316a8b0b67400" } ] } ]