Ali Akbar Velayati, senior adviser to Iran’s Supreme Leader, has blamed the United States for reigniting conflict in the Gulf region. According to a report by Al Jazeera, Velayati stated on his X account that former U.S. President Donald Trump’s verbal acknowledgment of canceling a U.S.-Iran memorandum of understanding has once again pushed the region toward instability.

Velayati emphasized that Iran had previously warned the Gulf was not a place for small nations to gamble politically and asserted that Tehran has repeatedly demonstrated its readiness to respond immediately to any act of audacity. He added that Iran’s finger remains on the trigger and that the country will not remain silent in the face of insult or provocation.

The comments come amid heightened regional tensions, with Iran signaling a firm stance against perceived U.S. aggression and asserting its preparedness for swift retaliation.

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte described the overnight US strike on Iran as 'absolutely necessary' during a joint appearance with US President Donald Trump at the NATO summit in Ankara, Turkey. Rutte said the operation weakened Iran’s nuclear and ballistic missile capabilities and called it a 'very strong response.' He emphasized that the strike was crucial for Israel, the region, Europe, and the wider world.

Trump declared that the existing ceasefire with Iran had ended following the attack, stating that the US had delivered a severe blow and would continue to respond to any Iranian aggression. After the US strike in southern Iran, Tehran launched retaliatory attacks, claiming to have targeted American military installations in the Gulf region.

Rutte also noted that under Trump’s pressure, European NATO members and Canada had agreed to significantly increase defense spending, though differences remained. Trump criticized some NATO members for insufficient support in the Iran operation, singling out Spain as a 'very bad partner' and instructing his treasury secretary to halt trade with the country.

U.S. President Donald Trump has accused Iran of being responsible for the recent escalation of attacks between the two sides. He claimed that during the week-long funeral of Iran’s former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, Iranian leaders requested a 'timeout' from the United States, asking that no attacks be carried out during the ceremonies.

Trump stated that the Iranian side wanted to attend Khamenei’s funeral, and he agreed to allow them that opportunity. However, he alleged that soon after, Iran launched missile strikes. He described the situation as 'madness' but added that the killing of Khamenei should also be considered in understanding the events.

According to Trump, Iranian leaders also asked the United States not to target or kill them during the funeral period, and he said the U.S. had assured them that no such action would be taken.

US President Donald Trump said the United States could launch new strikes on Iran on Wednesday night, following Tuesday’s attack that he claimed had a “massive impact.” Speaking to reporters in Ankara before meeting Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky during a NATO summit, Trump warned that the US would deliver a “hard hit” against Iran. He said the latest strike destroyed Tehran’s radar system, though he provided no evidence for the claim.

Trump added that the US might target Iran’s power plants and desalination facilities if necessary, saying the goal was to make Iran nuclear-free. He expressed frustration with Iran’s negotiation team, accusing them of lying about closed-door discussions, and suggested that Washington could achieve its objectives without a formal deal. He also hinted at reimposing sanctions solely on Iran.

In response, Ali Akbar Velayati, senior adviser to Iran’s supreme leader, blamed the US for reigniting conflict in the Gulf region. He warned that Iran’s “finger is on the trigger” and that any act of aggression would receive an immediate response.

Iran has stated that it turned back an Indian oil tanker attempting to use a maritime corridor along Oman’s coast through the Strait of Hormuz. According to Iran’s semi-official Fars news agency, the vessel was redirected after trying to pass through the Oman corridor. The report cited Al Jazeera as the source of the information.

On June 24, Oman and the United Nations’ International Maritime Organization (IMO) announced the opening of a temporary sea route near Oman’s coast to facilitate the removal of stranded ships in the Gulf. Iran claimed that the United States was overseeing the management of this corridor. Fars reported that Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has been issuing radio warnings to ships attempting to use the Oman corridor, instructing them to follow Iran-designated routes instead.

The report added that, according to shipping data, all vessels crossing the Strait of Hormuz on Thursday morning used Iran-approved corridors. However, there has been no independent confirmation of Iran’s claims from India, Oman, or international authorities.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has accused the United States of violating rules as the host of the Football World Cup, alleging that Washington is intimidating rivals, creating obstacles, and engaging in deceit. He stated that such behavior reflects the broader foreign policy of the United States. His remarks were reported by Al Jazeera.

In a post on social media platform X, Pezeshkian said the conduct of the US government mirrors its so-called ‘MAGA playbook’. He added that Iran rejects such games and stands firmly for its rights. The comments come amid heightened tensions between Tehran and Washington.

The report noted that US forces recently struck more than 80 targets inside Iran and reimposed sanctions on the country’s oil sector, further straining bilateral relations.

Iran issued a strong warning following U.S. President Donald Trump’s declaration that an agreement with Tehran had ended. The Iranian Armed Forces’ central command unit, Khatam al-Anbia Headquarters, stated that any party assisting U.S. military aggression against Iran’s sovereignty or territory would be considered a legitimate target. The statement was reported by Al Jazeera and published through Iran’s semi-official Tasnim news agency.

According to the Tasnim report, the command emphasized that any source of support for U.S. aggression—whether direct or indirect—would be treated as a valid target by Iran’s armed forces. It further suggested that individuals, institutions, or infrastructure aiding U.S. military operations could face necessary countermeasures.

The warning reflects heightened tensions between Tehran and Washington following Trump’s announcement, signaling Iran’s readiness to respond to any perceived threat or collaboration against its sovereignty.

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte has defended recent United States airstrikes on Iran, calling them necessary. Speaking to reporters in Ankara ahead of a NATO summit, Rutte said that if Iran violated the ceasefire, a strong US response was essential. His remarks came after the US Central Command (CENTCOM) confirmed that at least 80 strikes had been carried out on specific Iranian targets.

According to CENTCOM, the attacks targeted Iran’s air defense systems, command and control networks, coastal radar installations, and anti-ship missile capabilities. The US military said these actions were in retaliation for Iranian attacks on three commercial vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz.

The exchange underscores escalating tensions between Washington and Tehran, with NATO leadership publicly backing the US position just before a key alliance meeting in Turkey.

Iran carried out missile and drone attacks on 85 United States military installations located in Bahrain and Kuwait, according to a statement from the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). The IRGC said its naval and air forces jointly executed the strikes, targeting the US Fifth Fleet base in Bahrain and the Ali Al-Salem Air Base in Kuwait. The operation was described as Iran’s first retaliatory response against the United States.

The IRGC accused the US of violating a ceasefire and the Islamabad Agreement by launching airstrikes on Iran’s coastal bases and civilian facilities in Hormozgan and Mahshahr. It further claimed that the US attacks were intended to undermine the significance of the funeral ceremony of Iran’s former supreme leader.

The report, citing Al Jazeera, did not provide details on casualties or damage, and there was no immediate comment from US authorities regarding the incident.

Iran has warned the United States of a decisive response to what it called military aggression. The country’s top joint military command, Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters, stated that any attack on southern Iran would be met with stronger retaliation than ever before. In a statement, the command described the recent assault as an open act of aggression and declared that Tehran would not tolerate US interference in the management of the Strait of Hormuz.

The statement emphasized that the only safe route for ship navigation through the Strait of Hormuz is the one established by Iran. The warning followed US airstrikes on several Iranian targets, which Washington said were carried out in response to attacks on three commercial vessels in the strategic waterway. The US Central Command confirmed the strikes in a statement issued on Tuesday.

The exchange of warnings underscores rising tensions between Tehran and Washington over control and security in one of the world’s most critical maritime trade routes.

Iran’s Parliament Speaker and chief negotiator Bagher Ghalibaf stated that the era of making demands through threats and coercion has ended. He warned that Iran would not bow to pressure and said that intimidation would no longer yield results. His comments were made in a post on social media platform X, where he also accused the United States of serious violations of a ceasefire agreement.

According to Ghalibaf, the United States breached the truce by reinstating oil sanctions, coordinating attacks against Iran, continuing threats of further assaults, and supporting ongoing Zionist aggression in Lebanon. He also provided a list of instances where he claimed the memorandum of understanding had been violated.

The remarks, reported by Al Jazeera, underscore rising tensions between Iran and the United States over compliance with ceasefire terms and regional military actions.

Iran has claimed to have shot down a US MQ-9 drone over Khormuj in Bushehr province. The announcement was made by Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) spokesperson Hossein Mohbi, who said the action was taken in response to what he described as US military aggression in Iranian airspace.

According to the report, the United States Central Command (CENTCOM) carried out direct air and missile strikes inside Iran, describing them as a series of powerful attacks. Iranian media confirmed multiple explosions in the country’s southern region, particularly around Sirik, Qeshm Island near Chabahar, and Bandar Abbas.

Iran has warned that it will take any necessary and strong measures to protect its national security and interests, signaling a potential escalation in tensions between Tehran and Washington.

The coffin of former Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has arrived in Iraq. According to Iranian state media Press TV, the plane carrying the coffins of Khamenei and his family members landed at Najaf International Airport on Tuesday night, where Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi received it. A formal reception was held at the airport to honor the late leader.

Press TV reported that the coffins will be taken to Najaf and the holy city of Karbala on Wednesday for funeral prayers expected to draw millions of Iraqis. Khamenei was regarded as a religious leader by many in Iraq, and the Iraqi government has declared a public holiday for the occasion. Earlier, the first funeral prayer was held on Sunday at Tehran’s Grand Square, led by senior cleric Ayatollah Jafar Sobhani.

Following the ceremonies in Iraq, Khamenei’s body will be taken to Mashhad, Iran, for burial on July 9 at the shrine of Imam Reza, in accordance with his wishes.

The United States Central Command (CENTCOM) has launched direct air and missile strikes inside Iran in response to recent attacks on three commercial vessels operated by civilians in the Strait of Hormuz. CENTCOM described the operation as a sustained and powerful assault against Iran. Iranian media confirmed multiple explosions in the southern regions, particularly near Sirik, Qeshm Island close to Chabahar, and Bandar Abbas.

According to Iran’s state media, explosions were heard on both sides of Bandar Abbas, and US projectiles struck a commercial jetty at Sirik port and a nearby fishing jetty in Ziarat village. At least seven major blasts occurred in the Sirik port area. CENTCOM stated that the strikes aimed to make Iran pay a heavy price for illegal attacks on commercial ships and called the Iranian actions a dangerous provocation and a serious violation of the existing ceasefire agreement between the two nations.

Following the US strikes, Iran’s Foreign Ministry issued a stern warning, declaring that Tehran would take any necessary and strong measures to defend its national security and interests.

Iran’s Foreign Ministry has accused the United States of breaching a memorandum of understanding between the two countries. The accusation follows Washington’s decision to cancel the temporary lifting of sanctions on Iranian oil sales. Tehran claims that the U.S. action violates Article 10 of the memorandum signed on June 18.

In a statement, the Iranian Foreign Ministry condemned the U.S. Treasury Department’s move, calling it a clear violation of the bilateral agreement. The ministry said that taking such a decision less than 20 days after signing the memorandum demonstrates Washington’s misconduct and bad faith, adding that it proves the U.S. administration cannot be trusted.

Tehran further alleged that the United States has repeatedly violated various provisions of the agreement, both directly and indirectly. As an example, it cited U.S. indirect support for Israeli military activities in Lebanon as another breach of the memorandum.