Tehran says Strait of Hormuz shut after US launches fresh strikes on Iran; Gulf states hit

The US military has initiated fresh strikes against Iran following Tehran's attack on a container ship and its recent closure of the Strait of Hormuz. This escalation involves intensified and broader attacks, reaching into the United Arab Emirates. The Strait of Hormuz, a critical global shipping route, has seen heightened tensions as Iran seeks to assert control over it, raising concerns about global trade disruptions and potential wider conflict. This cycle of retaliation underscores the fragile balance in the region and the far-reaching implications of regional military actions.