Middle East War Day 70: US Awaiting Iran's Response to Latest Proposal, Latest Developments at a Glance
On the 70th day of the Middle East war, as the US awaits Iran's response to its latest proposal, the US military fired on Iranian-flagged tankers, escalating tensions in the Strait of Hormuz. Oil prices have risen.
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(Central News Agency, Paris, 8th comprehensive foreign report) On the 70th day of the US and Israeli joint attack on Iran, the US military fired on two Iranian-flagged oil tankers attempting to violate the US blockade of Iranian ports, disabling the tankers. US President Trump stated that he is awaiting Iran's response to the latest proposal to end the war.
The following is an overview of the latest situation in the Middle East war compiled by Agence France-Presse.
● US and Israeli Moves
The US military today stated that it fired on two Iranian-flagged oil tankers, disabling them, as they attempted to violate the US blockade of Iranian ports.
US Central Command (USCENTCOM) stated on social media platform X that a US Navy F-18 Super Hornet fighter jet "disabled the two tankers by dropping precision munitions on their smokestacks, preventing these defiant vessels from entering Iran." The post also included footage of the strike.
Since the blockade was implemented on April 13, the US military has now forcibly intercepted four vessels allegedly attempting to violate the blockade.
US President Trump told the media today evening that he expects Iran to respond "tonight" to his latest proposal to end the Middle East war.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio urged Europe to help maintain security in the strategic Strait of Hormuz.
After meeting with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, he stated: "The world must start asking itself what it is willing to do if Iran attempts to normalize control over an international waterway? I find this unacceptable."
He added: "If one of the main reasons for the US to join NATO was to be able to deploy forces in Europe and project those forces to other contingencies, now, at least for some NATO members, that is no longer the case, and this is a problem that needs to be examined."
● Iranian Moves
Satellite images appear to show signs of oil slick spreading off Kharg Island, Iran's important oil export terminal.
The non-governmental organization 'Conflict and Environment Observatory' stated on social media platform X: "The original source remains unclear, and as the oil slick drifts south, it seems unlikely to be properly handled."
Mohammad Mokhber, advisor to Iran's Supreme Leader, stated: "The opportunity represented by the Strait of Hormuz is as precious as an atomic bomb."
He said: "In fact, holding a position that allows you to influence the global economy with a single decision is indeed a significant opportunity."
● Oil Prices and Stock Market Trends
The renewed conflict between the US and Iran in the Strait of Hormuz dashed hopes that the Middle East war might end and this important waterway reopen. Global stock markets today showed mixed trends, and international crude oil prices rose.
The international benchmark Brent crude oil price rose 1.2% to $101.29 per barrel; the US benchmark West Texas Intermediate (WTI) rose 0.6% to $95.42 per barrel.
● Other Countries and Organizations
The United Arab Emirates today stated that Iran launched missile and drone attacks on the UAE, causing three people moderate injuries.
Qatar's Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman al-Thani today called for renewed diplomatic efforts for a deal with Iran, during a meeting with US Vice President JD Vance in Washington.
During their meeting, Mohammed and Vance discussed Pakistani-led efforts to mediate a permanent peace under a fragile ceasefire agreement.
Lebanese militant group Hezbollah stated that it had launched missiles and drones at Israeli military facilities in retaliation for recent Israeli attacks on Beirut and continued airstrikes on the south. Lebanese authorities today stated that 11 people died in the southern region today.
Two Saudi Arabian sources told Agence France-Presse that Saudi Arabia had prohibited the US from using its airspace and bases for a brief attempt to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
However, these sources, who requested anonymity due to discussing sensitive issues, noted that Washington could still continue to use Saudi airspace and bases for other purposes.
As the Middle East war raises concerns about fuel shortages, aviation fuel costs continue to climb. The European Union (EU) today stated that airlines are not allowed to charge additional fuel surcharges to consumers who have already purchased tickets.
Meanwhile, the EU Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) approved Jet A aviation fuel. Jet A is a US-produced aviation fuel, which was previously only used in Europe for return flights from the US. (Compiler: Chang Hsiao-wen) 1150509
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(Central News Agency, Paris, 8th comprehensive foreign report) On the 70th day of the US and Israeli joint attack on Iran, the US military fired on two Iranian-flagged oil tankers attempting to violate the US blockade of Iranian ports, disabling the tankers. US President Trump stated that he is awaiting Iran's response to the latest proposal to end the war.
The following is an overview of the latest situation in the Middle East war compiled by Agence France-Presse.
● US and Israeli Moves
The US military today stated that it fired on two Iranian-flagged oil tankers, disabling them, as they attempted to violate the US blockade of Iranian ports.
US Central Command (USCENTCOM) stated on social media platform X that a US Navy F-18 Super Hornet fighter jet "disabled the two tankers by dropping precision munitions on their smokestacks, preventing these defiant vessels from entering Iran." The post also included footage of the strike.
Since the blockade was implemented on April 13, the US military has now forcibly intercepted four vessels allegedly attempting to violate the blockade.
US President Trump told the media today evening that he expects Iran to respond "tonight" to his latest proposal to end the Middle East war.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio urged Europe to help maintain security in the strategic Strait of Hormuz.
After meeting with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, he stated: "The world must start asking itself what it is willing to do if Iran attempts to normalize control over an international waterway? I find this unacceptable."
He added: "If one of the main reasons for the US to join NATO was to be able to deploy forces in Europe and project those forces to other contingencies, now, at least for some NATO members, that is no longer the case, and this is a problem that needs to be examined."
● Iranian Moves
Satellite images appear to show signs of oil slick spreading off Kharg Island, Iran's important oil export terminal.
The non-governmental organization 'Conflict and Environment Observatory' stated on social media platform X: "The original source remains unclear, and as the oil slick drifts south, it seems unlikely to be properly handled."
Mohammad Mokhber, advisor to Iran's Supreme Leader, stated: "The opportunity represented by the Strait of Hormuz is as precious as an atomic bomb."
He said: "In fact, holding a position that allows you to influence the global economy with a single decision is indeed a significant opportunity."
● Oil Prices and Stock Market Trends
The renewed conflict between the US and Iran in the Strait of Hormuz dashed hopes that the Middle East war might end and this important waterway reopen. Global stock markets today showed mixed trends, and international crude oil prices rose.
The international benchmark Brent crude oil price rose 1.2% to $101.29 per barrel; the US benchmark West Texas Intermediate (WTI) rose 0.6% to $95.42 per barrel.
● Other Countries and Organizations
The United Arab Emirates today stated that Iran launched missile and drone attacks on the UAE, causing three people moderate injuries.
Qatar's Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman al-Thani today called for renewed diplomatic efforts for a deal with Iran, during a meeting with US Vice President JD Vance in Washington.
During their meeting, Mohammed and Vance discussed Pakistani-led efforts to mediate a permanent peace under a fragile ceasefire agreement.
Lebanese militant group Hezbollah stated that it had launched missiles and drones at Israeli military facilities in retaliation for recent Israeli attacks on Beirut and continued airstrikes on the south. Lebanese authorities today stated that 11 people died in the southern region today.
Two Saudi Arabian sources told Agence France-Presse that Saudi Arabia had prohibited the US from using its airspace and bases for a brief attempt to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
However, these sources, who requested anonymity due to discussing sensitive issues, noted that Washington could still continue to use Saudi airspace and bases for other purposes.
As the Middle East war raises concerns about fuel shortages, aviation fuel costs continue to climb. The European Union (EU) today stated that airlines are not allowed to charge additional fuel surcharges to consumers who have already purchased tickets.
Meanwhile, the EU Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) approved Jet A aviation fuel. Jet A is a US-produced aviation fuel, which was previously only used in Europe for return flights from the US. (Compiler: Chang Hsiao-wen) 1150509
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