Tensions in the Middle East remain high as Donald Trump warns Iran to “move fast” towards a deal while Tehran says it still distrusts the US. Israel has intensified strikes in Lebanon and Gaza, the Strait of Hormuz crisis continues to disrupt global oil supplies,

Tensions in the US-Iran standoff remained high as Tehran signalled openness to diplomacy while simultaneously warning that its forces were fully prepared for any future confrontation. Iranian officials said all maritime operations remained under the control of the IRGC navy and stressed that no military vessels would be allowed to transit through its waters.

Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon killed 13 people as tensions in the US-Iran war continued to escalate across the Middle East. Oil prices surged amid disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, while new US intelligence reports said Iran still retains most of its missile capabilities.

US Iran news LIVE updates: Trump is pushing for a peace deal with Tehran amid zero concessions by Washington. Drones hit a UAE nuclear plant generator. Israel bombed 100 sites in Lebanon despite ceasefire extension.

Follow real-time developments as the Middle East conflict widens through continued fighting between Israel and Hezbollah, mounting diplomatic tensions and growing concerns over maritime security and global energy supplies.

US-Iran war: A senior Iranian military official said Islamic republic had ‘no pre-planned programme’ to attack UAE and blamed the US military's “adventurism to create a passage for ships” for it

The Gulf crisis deepened as President Donald Trump warned of renewed military action if Iran refuses to reopen the strait, even as regional powers continue diplomatic efforts to prevent a wider Middle East escalation.

Follow real-time developments as the US-Iran conflict enters a sensitive diplomatic phase marked by fragile ceasefire conditions, geopolitical manoeuvring and continued violence across the region. Track the latest updates on Trump’s Beijing visit,