Persian Gulf

Israel’s defense establishment is closely watching the risk of a new escalation in the Persian Gulf. With the possibility that the U.S. could intensify its strikes on Iran, there is growing concern that Iran may target Israel.

Kuwait and Bahrain activate emergency sirens due to unidentified aerial threats over the Persian Gulf, alerting residents and military forces.

Four detained and two escaped after a May 1 attempt on Bubiyan Island near Iraq and Iran; Tehran has not responded, Kuwait says.

In a Fox News interview Monday (Israel time), he said U.S. ship escorts would be "just a small part" of a broader military move, predicted Tehran will "fold," urged talks until a deal is reached, and rejected Iran’s latest proposal.

Two days after launching "Project Freedom" to help ships transit the Gulf safely, the president says the pause comes at Pakistan's request amid "major progress" toward a deal. Iran responds: "The U.S. failed," and Tasnim hails the move as a retreat.

The United Arab Emirates says Iran launched cruise missiles and drones in a third attack within a day. At the White House, Trump said Tehran "knows what not to do" and touted U.S. strength. America’s top general called the current mission defensive "for now," while Iran’s Revolutionary Guards warned ships in the Strait of Hormuz to stick to Iran’s designated corridor.

Tensions spike in the Persian Gulf after missiles detonate near a U.S. destroyer in the Strait of Hormuz. CENTCOM chief Brad Cooper says forces responded to Iranian aggression; Tehran vows a "night of rage," and Israel keeps its defenses on high alert.

Sirens sounded repeatedly in Dubai after Iran launched missiles and drones. Three civilians were injured. Initial reports said a U.S. base in Ajman was hit. The U.K. reported ship attacks in the Persian Gulf by Revolutionary Guard boats. Iran's foreign minister: "There will be no talks on the nuclear issue".

Following President Donald Trump’s launch of Operation "Project Freedom" to free ships stuck in the strait, the U.S. military says two U.S.-flagged merchant vessels safely crossed the Strait of Hormuz. Iran warns any entry violates a cease-fire and insists movement now requires its direct approval.

Mojtaba Khamenei, still absent from public view, had a statement read on Iranian state TV expressing hope the Gulf will see a "future without an American presence." He added: "After America’s humiliating defeat—a new chapter begins."

A rare, cutting-edge U.S. UAV crashed over the Persian Gulf after contact was lost. Investigators are weighing a technical failure versus a deliberate attack.