US targets Iran in ninth night of strikes in wake of US troop deaths – Middle East crisis live

The United States is conducting strikes against Iran for the ninth consecutive night following the deaths of US service members. A preliminary deal intended to end the war has reportedly collapsed, with the US and Iran engaged in efforts to resolve a deadlock concerning the Strait of Hormuz. The UK's Maritime Trade Operations agency reported a vessel on fire in the Strait of Hormuz off Oman, citing military authorities. This incident occurred eight nautical miles north-west of Kumzar, Oman. Israel has also issued a warning that attacks from Tehran are becoming increasingly close.