The Iran war liveblog tracks the latest developments as the seven-month conflict between Iran and the United States continues to reshape diplomacy, energy markets, shipping and security across the Middle East.
Iran’s domestic economic pressures are becoming increasingly visible. Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad has resigned after serving in the post since August 2024, with Hamid Bovard, chief executive of the government-owned National Iranian Oil Company, taking charge as acting minister. Iranian state media did not provide a reason for the resignation. Before the announcement, Paknejad had said revenues from oil already sold were continuing to come in.
Diplomatic efforts are also intensifying. Iran is assessing a response from Washington to a proposal put forward through intermediaries during the UN General Assembly in New York. Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi said Tehran was reviewing the terms, while Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said further indirect talks had been held through Qatari mediators. Tehran has said it remains open to diplomacy but has also warned that renewed military confrontation would trigger a stronger response.
Washington has signalled that a potential agreement could involve sanctions relief and the release of frozen Iranian funds if Iran makes concrete progress on its nuclear programme. President Donald Trump, however, has disputed the suggestion that he has offered Tehran concessions. The two sides also remain divided over Iran’s proposal for reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
The strategic waterway remains a major security concern. A commercial tanker was struck by an unidentified projectile while transiting the Strait of Hormuz, damaging its engine room. All crew members were reported safe and no oil spill was recorded. Maritime authorities are investigating the incident and have urged commercial vessels to exercise heightened caution.
Regional tensions are also spreading across neighbouring countries. Iranian airlines have resumed flights to Iraq’s Najaf after Baghdad secured a US exemption allowing Iranian carriers, except Mahan Air, to operate up to 40 daily flights to the city. The route is particularly important for Shia pilgrims, students and patients travelling between Iran and Iraq.
In Yemen, the internationally recognised government has announced a major military operation against Iran-backed Houthi rebels as they advance around Taiz. The Houthis have also claimed attacks on Saudi oil facilities, while Saudi-backed Yemeni forces have reported strikes on Houthi positions.
The liveblog brings together the latest developments from Iran, the US, the Gulf, Iraq and Yemen as diplomatic efforts continue alongside military escalation and growing pressure on regional energy and shipping networks.