President Trump announces 'Project Freedom,' a U.S. military operation to escort vessels through the Strait of Hormuz. CENTCOM reports 15,000 troops and 100 aircraft will support ships from 87 nations currently blocked by Iran.

Explosions reported in the Iranian cities of Bandar Abbas and Bushehr, according to Al Hadath. The cause and extent of the incidents remain unconfirmed.

Explosions have been reported in the Iranian cities of Bandar Abbas and Bushehr, according to the Al Hadath television channel.

Iranian media reports that Iranian military forces fired two missiles at a U.S. patrol ship near the Strait of Hormuz, forcing the vessel to change its course. The U.S. military has not yet confirmed the incident.

Iranian state media reports that Iranian military forces launched two missiles at a U.S. patrol ship near the Strait of Hormuz, allegedly causing the vessel to change course.

Iran claims its forces fired warning shots at a US warship near the Strait of Hormuz, prompting a surge in global oil prices. Brent crude reached $115 before settling at $111 as markets react to potential shipping disruptions in the Gulf.

Iranian officials claim Tehran fired warning shots at a US warship near the Strait of Hormuz, causing Brent oil prices to rise to $111 per barrel.

Iran threatens to attack US vessels entering the Strait of Hormuz after President Donald Trump announced the US Navy will escort trapped ships through the waterway.

Iran has issued a warning to the United States, stating it will target any US vessels entering the Strait of Hormuz following President Donald Trump's announcement that the US Navy will escort trapped ships through the area.