The authorities have made a wave of arrests to stop people posting footage of strikes, citing security risks. Experts also see a fear of damage to the countries’ image as safe havens.
Officials stated that the order does not confirm a decision being made by US President Donald Trump to put boots on the ground in Iran, though it presents several options for future action.
Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman sees a “historic opportunity” to remake the region, according to people briefed by U.S. officials on the conversations.
Two words from Donald Trump about the war in the Middle East has just changed everything for the world economy.
U.S. president asking countries 'to get involved quickly and with great enthusiasm' to end Iran's blockade
Ships in the Persian Gulf have been sitting ducks for Tehran.
Sharing footage of attacks can lead to a prison term, hefty fines or deportation under the Gulf state’s laws
What the Iran crisis means for the future world order
Ships and energy infrastructure in the Gulf hit by new wave of strikes
Sustained Iranian drone attacks are driving the Pentagon to expand layered counter-drone defenses, including interceptor systems and emerging laser technology
Russia may benefit in the short term as oil prices rise and the Iran war diverts global attention elsewhere
The U.S. military will wage its most aggressive campaign against Iran Tuesday, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said, a day after President Donald Trump said the war would be over “very soon.”
Brent oil prices peaked at nearly $120 per barrel as another energy crisis looms
Leaders discuss military cooperation day after US president hit out at PM over lack of immediate backing for attacks
The states won’t be targeted unless the Islamic Republic is hit from their territory, the Iranian president has said
The targeting information has included the locations of American warships and aircraft in the Middle East, the officials said.
Six days on, Iran has launched more than 2,000 low-cost drones at targets across the Middle East in a bid to overwhelm defences and spark chaos in the region.
