Iranian gunboats unsuccessfully attempted to intercept a US oil tanker in the Strait of Hormuz on Tuesday before a US Navy vessel intervened, reports say.

US President Donald Trump vowed to use force if Tehran ignored his demands and announced an “armada” heading toward Iran. Iran has indicated it is willing to shut down or suspend its nuclear program to calm a spiraling crisis with the United States,

Iran vowed Thursday to conduct live-fire military drills in one of the world’s most vital sea passages — which sees 20% of the globe’s oil transports — next week, just two

Tensions have continued to rise between the two nations after the Iranian regime’s brutal crackdown on nationwide protests left thousands dead.

US President Donald Trump renewed threats to strike Iran if it does not agree to negotiate a new nuclear deal, as US forces conduct a multi-day air exercise in the Middle East, bolstering Washington’s military presence in the region.

Representatives will now meet in Oman instead of Turkey, following a request from Iran.