USS Gerald R. Ford leaves Middle East after operations against Iran, a US official said.

US defense officials report military operations against Iran have exceeded $25 billion in costs, primarily for munitions and equipment. The administration plans to submit a supplemental funding request to Congress for continued operations.

US defense officials informed lawmakers that military operations against Iran have cost over $25 billion, primarily due to munitions and equipment expenses. The Department of Defense plans to submit a supplemental funding request to Congress.

Trump claims 'flawless' shutdown of Strait of Hormuz, calls it a victory like Venezuela.

President Trump praised the U.S. military and claimed a 'flawless' shutdown of the Strait of Hormuz, calling it 'a victory like we haven't had since Venezuela.'

Trump prefers long siege to collapse Iran economy: Al Arabiya. Leaks indicate potential military strikes on power stations, bridges, and political and military targets.

Trump prefers a long siege to collapse Iran's economy and oil infrastructure, according to Al Arabiya correspondent Hussein Al-Tawad. Leaks indicate potential military strikes may target power stations, bridges, and political and military sites.

More than a dozen countries condemn an Israeli attack on a humanitarian aid flotilla bound for Gaza. The international response follows reports of military action against the aid convoy.

More than a dozen countries have issued condemnations following an Israeli military strike on a humanitarian aid flotilla traveling to Gaza.