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Where things stand
The Strait of Hormuz has been witnessing sharp escalation since Friday, after the Iranian Revolutionary Guard's navy announced that an LNG tanker exploded after hitting a naval mine in the strait, while Iranian military sources were quoted saying four oil tankers were hit by explosions there, according to Al-Quds newspaper. An explosion was later heard in the southern Iranian city of Jask, while Hormozgan province said no targeting of the province's cities had been recorded, a discrepancy between the two accounts. The two sides traded accusations: Iran announced it had destroyed a US radar in the Gulf, while the US military denied that Iran struck an American early-warning radar in Bahrain and said it downed two explosives-laden drones launched by the Revolutionary Guard without causing damage. Politically, US President Donald Trump said Washington no longer needs a deal with Iran, while Yedioth Ahronoth cited Israeli assessments that negotiations have not collapsed, and Hamza al-Bashtawi told RED TV that an agreement is imminent and inevitable. Observers are meanwhile watching the energy fallout, with Brent crude steady at $95.41 a barrel and heading for a second consecutive weekly loss.
- The Revolutionary Guard's navy said an LNG tanker exploded after hitting a naval mine in the Strait of Hormuz, while Iranian military sources spoke of explosions on four oil tankers, according to Al-Quds newspaper.
- An explosion was heard in the southern Iranian city of Jask, while Hormozgan province said no targeting of its cities had been recorded.
- Iran announced it destroyed a US radar in the Gulf; the US military denied that an early-warning radar in Bahrain was struck and said it downed two explosives-laden drones.
- Trump said Washington does not need a deal with Iran and that he would not hesitate to use force again, adding that Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, the UAE and Bahrain asked him to leave things as they are for now.
- The commander of the US Fifth Fleet wrapped up a visit to Israel during which he discussed naval coordination and the security of shipping lanes, coinciding with reports of preparations for a possible resumption of military operations against Tehran.
- Oil prices diverged: Brent settled at $95.41 a barrel while West Texas Intermediate fell to $88.52, with futures headed for weekly losses.
Background
The Strait of Hormuz is a narrow waterway between the Gulf and the Gulf of Oman through which about one-fifth of global oil supplies pass, making it one of the world's most important strategic chokepoints. The current escalation is part of a broader confrontation between Iran and the United States and Israel whose military operations began on 28 February and officially ended on 5 May according to Pentagon data, and which paralysed shipping through the strait and had repercussions on energy markets. The tension is also linked to Iran's nuclear programme file and to US economic pressure on Iranian aviation and banks, amid mediation efforts by Qatar, Pakistan and other countries. The issue matters because any closure or disruption of the strait threatens global energy security and the economies of Gulf states, which explains the multiplicity of international initiatives, including the Russian initiative and the French draft resolution.
Timeline
- 13 Nov 2026
- 22:43 What is the significance of Iran targeting a US military site in the Gulf for the first time in two months? CNN Arabic
- 22:41 Iran's IRGC Navy: Explosions on two tankers after they struck mines in the Strait of Hormuz lebanon debate
- 16:47 US Fifth Fleet commander discusses naval coordination in Israel amid reports of preparations for possible resumption of war on Iran فلسطين الآن
- 16:31 Between Escalation and Settlement: 5 Scenarios for the Future of the Iran War الجزيرة نت
- 16:31 Trump: Israel is one of the reasons the war with Iran continues فلسطين الآن
- 15:23 US Treasury Secretary on reports of Iranian threats to assassinate him: Death threats will not scare me Lebanon ON
- 10:02 Trump: The United States does not need a deal with Iran NHKニュース
- 07:38 Iran announces destruction of American radar in the Gulf lebanon debate
- 12 Nov 2026
- 22:24 Trump: I will not hesitate to use military force against Iran again if necessary lebanon debate
- 19:41 Iran threatens to strike Europe's US bases: Britain puts nuclear bases under commando guard شبكة تواصل الإخبارية
- 15:30 Erdogan calls for resuming US-Iran negotiations after meeting Pezeshkian in Turkey Euronews.com
- 13:44 After Republicans' Election Defeat: Will the New Congress Succeed in Stopping the War on Iran? جريدة القدس
- 11:39 The Price Is a Confrontation With China: What Remains in Washington’s Arsenal Against Iran? الجزيرة نت
- 09:44 Between Vance's diplomatic efforts and occupation threats: intensive international movement on the Iranian file جريدة القدس
- 09:10 IRGC: Two oil tankers involved in an incident last night while crossing the Strait of Hormuz via an unauthorized route lebanon debate
- 01:51 Qalibaf: Washington has not formally responded to Tehran's proposal, and he identifies obstacles to reaching an agreement CNN Arabic
- 11 Nov 2026
- 20:34 US military: We are working to cut off IRGC smuggling routes شفق نيوز
- 19:28 Trump: Iran will need no less than 25 years to rebuild what we destroyed lebanon debate
- 19:25 Trump: We won the war against Iran, but I want a complete victory, not 93% lebanon debate
- 18:23 Qalibaf to Al Jazeera: Washington must implement our seven conditions to open the Strait of Hormuz and resume negotiations lebanon debate
- 17:59 G7 condemns Iranian attacks and calls on Israel to withdraw gradually from Gaza Masrawy
- 17:35 Israel's UN envoy: Iran's 'terrorist' regime still calls for our destruction Iran International
- 16:59 Fires in the Strait of Hormuz as Iran Threatens to Strike US Bases lebanon debate
- 15:29 Trump leans toward stopping the war in Iran, and Israel is the only country in the world that wants it القدس العربي
- 12:49 No Escalation, No Deal: Trump Chooses a Third Path to Confront Iran الجزيرة نت
- 10:55 "Invoking the mother of all bombs".. Iran's president describes America's behavior in the war as a "disgrace" CNN Arabic
- 05:20 In Photos: US Charges 3 Iran-Backed Individuals With 20 Terrorist Attacks and Reveals Details CNN Arabic
- 10 Nov 2026
- 21:30 Qatar secures a two-week window to prevent a possible US attack on Iran Euronews
- 20:57 Iran warns of gas supply disruption due to damage from US-Israeli attacks Anadolu Ajansı
- 18:09 Israeli army prepares for a surprise Iranian attack amid diplomatic efforts between Washington and Tehran Euronews.com
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