DOHA, Qatar — Call it the world’s most dangerous toll booth. Iran is forcing oil tankers to take a new route in the Strait of Hormuz through a narrow passage controlled by its Revolutionary Guard, with some ships charged millions of dollars to transit, according to maritime data shared with NBC News. The new system … Read more
8m ago Israeli defense chief says killing of Iranian naval commander behind Strait of Hormuz closure confirmed Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz said Thursday that an Israeli airstrike had killed Alireza Tangsiri, commander of the Iranian Revolutionary Guards’ navy, confirming earlier reports by Israeli media. “Last night, in a precise and lethal operation, the … Read more
The administration’s efforts affect many households that include U.S. citizens. Source link
Death toll grows after refueling aircraft crash in Iraq – CBS News Watch CBS News At least six U.S. service members died after an American KC-135 refueling aircraft crashed Thursday in Iraq. CBS News’ Eleanor Watson has the latest confirmed information. Source link
Warning: Some viewers may find images in this report disturbing. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth vowed that Tuesday would be the most intense day of strikes against Iran. CBS News’ Holly Williams reports on the impact of the war so far and Sam Vinograd has more on the Strait of Hormuz. Source link
The elementary school called with an urgent message about her son. “The war has started,” she was told. Come pick him up. The mother, who asked not to be identified, said she had only just dropped the boy off and couldn’t leave immediately since she had patients to see in her job as a midwife. … Read more
Police stations, intelligence-related centers and paramilitary bases all around Tehran have been heavily bombarded, CBS News confirms. Mugo Odigwe reports. Source link
The lengthy mission of the aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford is causing strains for the crew members and their families. Source link