Middle East crisis live: Iranian negotiator says ‘we will not bow to any threats’ as Trump says US navy will blockade strait of Hormuz

The Guardian - World News ConflictNews ReportEN 1 min read 100% complete by Adam Fulton (now); Marina Dunbar, Yohannes Lowe, Hayden Vernon and Imogen Dewey (earlier)April 13, 2026 at 03:52 AM

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Tensions in the Middle East are escalating as Iran states it will retaliate against any threats, following US President Trump's suggestion of a naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and potential strikes on Iranian water facilities. Iranian negotiator Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf warned of reciprocal action if attacked. Meanwhile, a US delegation led by JD Vance concluded a visit to Pakistan without reaching an agreement with Iran. Separately, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) reported dismantling a rocket launcher in southern Lebanon, claiming it was positioned to launch towards Israel. The IDF stated the action prevented an imminent attack.

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JD Vance and US delegation leave Pakistan after failing to reach deal with Iran

factual100% confidence

Iranian negotiator says ‘we will not bow to any threats’

quote — Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf100% confidence

The launcher was struck and dismantled in a rapid closure cycle, thwarting the launch before it could be carried out.

factual — Israel Defense Forces Telegram channel90% confidence

IDF “identified a rocket launcher positioned and ready to launch toward the State of Israel in the area of Jouaiyya in southern Lebanon”

quote — Israel Defense Forces Telegram channel90% confidence

US president also threatens to bomb Iran’s water treatment facilities

factual — Trump90% confidence

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Pakistan 50% Jouaiyya 50% Lebanon 60% JD Vance 60% State of Israel 60% United States ×270% Israel Defense Forces 70% Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf 70% Strait of Hormuz 70% Donald Trump 80% Iran ×390%

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middle east crisis 90% iran 80% us 70% blockade 60% threats 60% strait of hormuz 60% negotiations 50% idf 50% southern lebanon 40% rocket launcher 40%

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