Jul 24, 2026 06:13 AM IST US military says it's launching new strikes on Iran as clashes escalate over shipping routes What you need to knowThe US military carried out its 13th consecutive night of strikes on Iran, with Central Command saying the attacks aim to "further degrade Iran's ability to threaten civilian mariners and commercial vessels" in the Strait of Hormuz, AP reported.
Yemen's Houthi rebels claimed they struck two Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea, adding a new front to the conflict as international oil prices topped $100 a barrel for the first time since May.
Trump warned of "major military punishment" against the Houthis and Iran if tanker attacks continue, and said sanctioned Iranian funds held by the US would be used to pay for any damage to ships or cargo.
Iran's health ministry said 55 people have been killed and 629 wounded since renewed US strikes began on 27 June, while the US House narrowly passed a largely symbolic resolution to halt the war.
