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US-Israel-Iran War Live News: The conflict between the US and Iran intensified further on Wednesday, July 15, as the US military completed a 90-minute wave of airstrikes against Iranian military positions near the Strait of Hormuz. At the same time, Iran claimed the strategic waterway remains closed to commercial shipping and said the IRGC forced multiple vessels to stop by firing warning shots.
The latest developments have increased concerns over global oil supplies, maritime security and the risk of a wider regional conflict. Meanwhile, diplomatic efforts remain stalled as both countries continue military operations and exchange fresh warnings.
US-Israel-Iran War Live News: US Ends 90-Minute ‘Wave of Strikes’ as Iran Hits Gulf States
The US Central Command (CENTCOM) confirmed that it completed a 90-minute operation targeting Iranian military infrastructure on Wednesday. According to the US military, the strikes focused on facilities linked to attacks on commercial shipping passing through the Strait of Hormuz.
The operation ended at 7:30 a.m. Washington, D.C. time (11:30 GMT / 3:00 p.m. Tehran time) and marked another escalation in the ongoing conflict. Meanwhile, Iran claimed it continued military operations against US interests and its regional allies, keeping tensions across the Gulf at a high level.
US-Israel-Iran War Live News: Strait of Hormuz Remains Closed
Iranian state media reported that the Strait of Hormuz remains closed to commercial shipping, maintaining that the country continues to restrict maritime traffic through the strategic waterway.
The closure comes after weeks of military escalation between Iran, the United States and Israel. The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world’s busiest shipping lanes, carrying a significant share of global crude oil and liquefied natural gas exports. Any prolonged disruption could affect international energy markets and global supply chains.
However, international authorities have not universally confirmed Iran’s claim, and the situation on the waterway remains fluid.
US-Israel-Iran War Live News: 2 Ships Halted With ‘Warning Shots’
According to Iran’s Tasnim News Agency, at least two commercial vessels were stopped by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) over the past 24 hours after warning shots were fired.
Iranian media reported that the vessels were intercepted while passing through the Strait of Hormuz. Officials have not released details about the ships, their destinations or whether they were eventually allowed to continue their journeys.
The reported incident has raised fresh concerns among global shipping companies as military tensions continue to grow around one of the world’s most important maritime trade routes.
US-Israel-Iran War Live News: What Did CENTCOM Say About the Latest Strikes?
The US military said the latest operation targeted Iranian coastal defence systems and missile infrastructure used to threaten commercial shipping.
CENTCOM stated, “CENTCOM launched precision munitions against coastal defense systems and cruise missile storage and launch sites on Greater Tunb Island during the 90-minute wave.”
It further added, “degraded” Iran’s ability to attack commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. US officials have not disclosed how many targets were hit or the full extent of the damage caused during the operation.
US-Israel-Iran War Live News: Why Did the US Target Greater Tunb Island?
Greater Tunb Island has become one of the most strategically important locations in the Gulf because of its proximity to the Strait of Hormuz.
The island is administered by Iran but is also claimed by the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Military experts consider it one of several islands that help control access to the shipping lane connecting the Persian Gulf with the Gulf of Oman.
Iran has significantly strengthened its military presence on Greater Tunb and nearby islands in recent years, deploying missile systems, surveillance equipment and coastal defence capabilities. US officials believe these facilities have been used to threaten commercial vessels, making the island a key military target.
US-Israel-Iran War Live News: Is the Strait of Hormuz Open or Closed?
The status of the Strait of Hormuz remains disputed.
Iranian state media says the waterway is closed to commercial shipping, while previous US military statements have maintained that international maritime traffic continues under naval protection.
The uncertainty has created confusion across global shipping markets, with several companies closely monitoring developments before routing vessels through the region.
Given that nearly one-fifth of the world’s oil trade passes through the Strait of Hormuz, any confirmed closure could significantly affect energy supplies, freight costs and international oil prices.
US-Israel-Iran War Live News: Iranian Foreign Minister Visits Qatar
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi arrived in Doha on an unannounced visit to attend a memorial ceremony for Qatar’s former Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani.
Although Iranian media described the visit as ceremonial, diplomatic observers are closely watching whether Araghchi holds meetings with Qatari officials regarding the ongoing conflict.
Qatar has previously played an important role in facilitating indirect negotiations between the United States and Iran, and any diplomatic engagement could help revive stalled talks if both sides agree to resume dialogue.
US-Israel-Iran War Live News: What’s Next?
The situation across the Middle East remains highly volatile as military operations continue around the Strait of Hormuz and diplomatic negotiations remain frozen.
Global governments, shipping companies and energy markets are closely watching whether the latest US strikes and Iran’s actions in the Gulf trigger further escalation or open the door to renewed diplomatic efforts. Until then, uncertainty surrounding maritime security and global oil supplies is expected to remain high.
