Latest developments in the US-Iran war
Summary
Iran and the United States escalated their conflict with fresh attacks on vessels, missile strikes and new sanctions, sending oil prices higher. The fighting also spread to Jordan, the Strait of Hormuz and the wider Gulf region.
Key Points
- Iran said it attacked US vessels, oil tankers and a US military base in Jordan in retaliation for US strikes.
- US forces said they destroyed five Iranian oil carriers and Washington imposed new sanctions on Iranian airlines.
- Oil prices rose sharply as the conflict threatened supply routes through the Strait of Hormuz and the Gulf.
- US Secretary of State Marco Rubio blamed Iran for Houthi attacks in Yemen.
