US-Israel-Iran War Latest Live News: Iran has said it plans to upgrade the range of its missiles following its war with the United States, while Tehran has rejected what it described as Washington’s focus on its nuclear programme in a latest proposal. The developments come as tensions over the Strait of Hormuz continue, with Iran insisting that the waterway will not reopen until certain conditions are met.
At the same time, the United States has warned Iran over its nuclear ambitions, while President Donald Trump said Tehran faces an “easy way or the hard way”. Separately, a tanker incident was reported in the Strait of Hormuz and Israeli strikes in Gaza were reported to have killed five people.
US-Israel-Iran War Latest Live News: Iran Plans To Upgrade Missile Range After US War
Iran’s army spokesperson said Tehran has decided to work on upgrading the range of its missiles following the war with the United States, Fars News reported.
The official did not provide details about the planned upgrades or say how much Iran intends to extend the range of its missiles. The announcement comes amid heightened tensions between Washington and Tehran, with both sides continuing to issue warnings while diplomatic efforts remain unresolved.
US-Israel-Iran War Latest Live News: Iran Says It Has Responded To US Proposal
Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson said Tehran has already responded to a US proposal, describing it as similar to previous proposals.
According to the spokesperson, Washington’s latest offer focuses primarily on Iran’s nuclear programme. Tehran, however, wants any discussions to also address the situation surrounding the Strait of Hormuz.
Iran also said the return of International Atomic Energy Agency inspectors was not discussed as part of the US proposal.
US-Israel-Iran War Latest Live News: Iran Says Strait Of Hormuz Will Stay Closed
Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf said the Strait of Hormuz will not reopen until seven conditions agreed under a June interim understanding with the United States are fulfilled, according to Nournews.
Qalibaf said Washington had communicated proposals through a mediator but warned that Tehran would no longer accept delays or unilateral demands.
He said Iran’s position remains firm and that the strategically important waterway will remain closed until all seven conditions outlined under the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding are met.
Tanker Incident Reported In Strait Of Hormuz
The UK Maritime Trade Operations said it received a report of an incident involving a tanker in the Strait of Hormuz.
The vessel reportedly came under attack by an unknown projectile, resulting in damage to its engine room. UKMTO said all crew members were safe.
The incident comes as the status of shipping through the strategic waterway remains a major concern amid the wider US-Iran confrontation.
US Says Hormuz Blockade Is ‘Ironclad’
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said the US blockade of the Strait of Hormuz was “ironclad” and claimed that Washington now controlled the strategically important waterway.
Hegseth said Iran had “literally gotten nothing through” while suggesting that traffic through the strait was approaching pre-war levels.
He also said the United States was in a strong position and that Trump would have the options needed to respond if Iran continued to challenge Washington.
Hegseth Warns Iran Over Nuclear Ambitions
Hegseth also warned Iran over its nuclear programme, saying the United States would not allow Tehran to acquire a nuclear weapon.
He said Trump would retain multiple options if Iran refused to abandon its nuclear ambitions. Hegseth added that the Pentagon was working to maximise the president’s decision-making options and preserve military capabilities if further action becomes necessary.
Trump Says Iran Faces ‘Easy Way Or Hard Way’
US President Donald Trump said Saturday that Iran faces the “easy way or the hard way” as diplomatic efforts between Washington and Tehran remain deadlocked.
Trump said Iran had been severely weakened during the conflict and suggested that Washington was now assessing its next steps.
He also said Iran was “virtually giving up” plans for a nuclear weapon and claimed oil prices were coming down.
US Expels Two Iranian UN Delegation Members
Two members of Iran’s delegation to the United Nations General Assembly were expelled from the United States after allegedly failing to comply with a State Department order to leave, according to a US official cited by Axios.
The Iranian mission was reportedly told to depart, but two members remained in New York. US authorities later informed the mission that they were aware the diplomats were still in the country and again demanded their departure.
One reportedly left on Friday night, while the other departed on Saturday morning.
US Expands Iran Sanctions
Washington has also expanded its sanctions campaign against Iran, targeting sectors including energy, shipping, technology, gold and digital assets.
The United States says the measures are designed to restrict financial channels and commercial networks that it believes support the Iranian government and the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.
The sanctions are part of a broader US campaign aimed at putting pressure on Iran’s sources of revenue.
Iranian Airlines Face Fresh US Sanctions
US sanctions pressure has also extended to Iran’s aviation sector.
Washington has warned foreign companies and service providers that they could face secondary sanctions for supporting Iranian airlines.
Iranian carriers have already faced years of restrictions affecting their access to new aircraft, spare parts and maintenance services. The latest measures add further pressure on the country’s aviation industry.
US Targets Iran Oil Smuggling Networks
The US Treasury Department has said its sanctions campaign is also targeting Iranian oil-smuggling and sanctions-evasion networks.
Washington said it had identified networks, facilitators and financial channels that it alleges are being used to smuggle oil, evade sanctions and generate revenue.
The United States has said it intends to continue targeting what it describes as illicit revenue sources linked to the Iranian government and the IRGC.
US-Israel-Iran War Latest Live News: Gaza Strikes Reportedly Kill Five
Elsewhere in the Middle East, Israeli strikes overnight in Gaza reportedly killed five people, according to Shifa Hospital.
The hospital said four women were among those killed and that two of the victims were members of Gaza’s Christian minority, including a mother and daughter.
The strikes reportedly caused a large hole in the ground floor of a multistorey building, while people were still reported missing beneath the debris.
Israel’s military said it was checking the information and did not immediately comment on the reported deaths.
US-Israel-Iran War Latest Live News: What Happens Next?
The latest developments leave several major issues unresolved, including Iran’s nuclear programme, the future of the Strait of Hormuz, sanctions and the possibility of further military escalation.
Iran’s reported decision to work on extending its missile range could further complicate diplomatic efforts, although Tehran has not provided details about the proposed programme. Meanwhile, Washington continues to insist that Iran cannot be allowed to obtain a nuclear weapon, while Tehran says discussions must address issues beyond nuclear enrichment, including the situation around the Strait of Hormuz. With diplomatic efforts still ongoing, further statements from Washington and Tehran, along with developments involving shipping and regional military activity, are likely to remain closely watched.
