US-Israel-Iran War Latest Live News: The US-Israel-Iran conflict continued to drive developments across the Middle East on Saturday, September 12, with the Strait of Hormuz, maritime traffic, regional diplomacy and the humanitarian situation in Yemen remaining key areas of concern.
The US military said it had redirected 100 commercial vessels over the past 60 days as part of its blockade of Iranian ports, while an Iranian source said an understanding with Oman did not mean the immediate reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. Meanwhile, the United Nations said at least 76,000 people had been displaced in Yemen since July as fighting involving government forces and Iran-backed Houthi rebels intensified.
US-Israel-Iran War Latest Live News: US Military Says 100 Commercial Ships Redirected Amid Iran Blockade
The US military said Saturday that its forces had pushed back or redirected 100 commercial vessels during the previous 60 days as part of its blockade of Iranian ports. US Central Command said on X that no ships had passed through the blockade without authorisation from US forces.
“ZERO ships have passed through the blockade without US forces allowing,” CENTCOM said, adding that American service members remained focused on the mission. The US blockade comes amid the wider conflict between the United States, Israel and Iran and growing tensions surrounding maritime traffic in the Gulf region.
US-Israel-Iran War Latest Live News: Strait Of Hormuz Reopening Not Immediate, Iranian Source Says
An understanding between Iran and Oman does not provide for the immediate reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, an Iranian source told the semi-official Tasnim news agency on Saturday. According to the report, the arrangement establishes a possible basis for reopening the strategic waterway, while the Iranian source said any reopening would depend on the United States meeting conditions set by Tehran. The Strait of Hormuz remains a major focus of the conflict because of its importance to international shipping and global energy flows.
US-Israel-Iran War Latest Live News: Yemen Displacement Crisis Worsens As 76,000 Flee Fighting
The humanitarian situation in Yemen has also deteriorated amid renewed fighting. The United Nations said at least 76,000 people had been displaced since July, with the number increasing sharply during the past week. The International Organization for Migration said the displacement figure had quadrupled compared with the previous week’s total as fighting intensified between government forces and Iran-backed Houthi rebels. The UN agency warned of a rapidly worsening displacement crisis as people continued to flee areas affected by the fighting.
US-Israel-Iran War Latest Live News: Iran And UAE Back BRICS Call For Restraint
Iran and the United Arab Emirates backed a joint BRICS statement calling for restraint amid the continuing Middle East conflict. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian also met UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on the sidelines of the BRICS summit in New Delhi. The meeting was described as a discussion on regional and international issues, de-escalation, stability and efforts toward regional peace and development.
The joint BRICS declaration expressed concern over the escalation of tensions in the Middle East and West Asia and called for maximum restraint. It also urged protection of civilians and respect for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of states. The declaration further stressed the importance of protecting global trade, supply chains, energy flows and maritime security.
US-Israel-Iran War Latest Live News: Bahrain Demands Free Passage Through Strait Of Hormuz
Bahrain said it would not participate in any group meeting involving Iran until diplomatic relations between the two countries are restored, according to its Foreign Ministry. Bahrain also said that any arrangement concerning the Strait of Hormuz must protect the right of transit passage for all ships without discrimination, fees or permits. The statement came amid continued international concern over shipping restrictions and the wider impact of the conflict on maritime trade.
US-Israel-Iran War Latest Live News: UAE And Lebanon Condemn Saudi Oil Pipeline Drone Strike
The United Arab Emirates and Lebanon condemned a drone attack targeting Saudi Arabia’s East-West oil pipeline. The UAE Foreign Ministry described the attack as an aggressive act and a violation of Saudi Arabia’s sovereignty. The development added to wider regional concerns over attacks affecting energy infrastructure and security.
China Offers To Mediate In Middle East Conflict
China has also offered to contribute to diplomatic efforts aimed at restoring peace in the Middle East. Chinese President Xi Jinping said Beijing was willing to work with fellow BRICS members to support peace and stability in the Middle East and Gulf region. He said the conflict had caused serious losses across the region and did not serve the common interests of the international community. Xi made the remarks on the sidelines of the BRICS summit in New Delhi, where leaders were discussing the wider regional and global implications of the conflict.
US-Israel-Iran War Latest Live News
The latest developments highlight the competing military, diplomatic and humanitarian pressures surrounding the US-Israel-Iran conflict. The US military’s reported redirection of commercial vessels, uncertainty over the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, worsening displacement in Yemen and renewed diplomatic efforts through BRICS and other regional channels remain key developments to watch.
Disclaimer: The situation in the Middle East is rapidly developing. Details may change as governments, military authorities and international organisations release further information.
