- The UK Prime Minister condemned drone and missile strikes by Iran against the United Arab Emirates amidst escalating Middle East tensions.
- Sir Keir Starmer joined calls for de-escalation, urging Iran to engage meaningfully in talks to maintain the current Middle East ceasefire.
- A US military commander accused Iran of attempting to “terrorise and threaten” vessels, stating American forces were helping restore international shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.
- Two US-flagged cargo ships passed through the critical Strait of Hormuz as Donald Trump sought to reopen the maritime pinchpoint, which had caused a global economic shock.
- Iran disputed US claims of sinking its vessels and warned that any foreign military force approaching or entering the Strait of Hormuz would be targeted.
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