Iran3 Blasts Heard on Qeshm Island, Iran
Three blasts reported on Qeshm Island in Hormozgan Province, Iran, likely from explosive ordnance disposal.
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IranIranU.S. Marines Board Iranian Tanker in Gulf of Oman
U.S. Marines from the 31st MEU boarded an Iranian-flagged oil tanker in the Gulf of Oman, enforcing the blockade and directing the vessel to alter course.
IranUS informs Pakistan it will not offer concessions to Iran on nuclear demands and Strait of Hormuz: Al Arabiya
Al Arabiya sources report that the US has informed Pakistan it will not offer concessions to Iran on nuclear demands and the Strait of Hormuz.
IranUS Marine Corps AH-1Z Viper patrols near commercial vessel as US enforces maritime blockade against Iran
A U.S. Marine Corps AH-1Z Viper attack helicopter patrols near a commercial vessel during enforcement of the maritime blockade against Iran; U.S. forces have redirected 90 ships and disabled 4 as of May 20.
IranIran's Digital Blackout Enters 82nd Day, Country Still Largely Offline
Iran remains largely cut off from the global internet after 1,944 hours, marking the 82nd day of a record-breaking digital blackout.
Iran"I realized they are just looking for a neck for their noose" - Navid Afkari
A quote from executed Iranian wrestler Navid Afkari, referencing his execution in 2020.
IranUpdated: US Aircraft Casualties as of 19/05/2026
OSINT analyst @DefenceGeek updates US aircraft damage count in Iran war, disputes claim that E-3G AWACS is only damaged.
IranU.S. Targets Iran's Shadow Banking and Oil Smuggling Networks
The U.S. Treasury sanctions over 50 entities and vessels linked to Iran's shadow banking and petroleum smuggling, including Amin Exchange and 19 shadow fleet vessels.
IranEconomic Fury campaign intensifies financial pressure on Iran through modernized sanctions
The Economic Fury campaign intensifies financial pressure on Iran through modernized sanctions, freezing nearly $500 million in regime-linked cryptocurrency and disrupting hundreds of billions in illicit flows.
IranState-owned Mehr Confirms Explosion, Attributes Cause to EOD
State-owned Iranian news agency Mehr has confirmed one or more explosions and reported that they were caused by explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) operations.
IranAA activity in Andimeshk; something reportedly crashes in bazaar, civilians wounded
Reports of anti-aircraft activity in Andimeshk, Khuzestan Province, followed by a crash in the bazaar and 2-3 civilians wounded by the AA fire.
IranBlast Heard on Qeshm Island, Eyewitness Reports Source from Sea
An explosion was heard on Qeshm Island in Iran's Hormozgan Province; eyewitnesses say it likely came from the sea.
IranMehrNews confirms
MehrNews confirms.
IranAA activity in Isfahan right now
Anti-aircraft activity reported in Isfahan Province, Iran.
IranIRGC-owned Fars News claims UAV strikes on Pezhak (PJAK) base in Sulaymaniyah, Iraq
Iran's IRGC-affiliated Fars News reports drone strikes on a Pezhak (PJAK) base in Iraq's Sulaymaniyah governorate.
IranAir Defense Activity in Qeshm Island, Hormozgan Province, Iran
State-owned MehrNews reports air defense activity on Qeshm Island, Iran.
IranCENTCOM continues to strictly enforce the U.S. blockade against Iranian ports
U.S. Central Command reports that it has redirected 85 commercial vessels as part of the ongoing blockade of Iranian ports.
IranGerman Chancellor Condemns Iranian Airstrikes on UAE, Warns of Nuclear Threat
Germany's Chancellor condemns renewed Iranian airstrikes against the UAE and other partners, calling attacks on nuclear facilities a threat to regional security.
IranPresident Trump warns Iran: 'Clock is ticking, get moving fast or else'
President Trump posted a direct warning to Iran, stating the clock is ticking and they must act fast or face destruction.
IranTrump Shares Loomer Exclusive: Congressman Fine Says He Was Approached About Massie's Alleged Iran Ties
President Trump shared an exclusive report from Laura Loomer in which Congressman Randy Fine claims he was approached by Cynthia West regarding alleged financial ties between Congressman Thomas Massie and Iran.
IranTrump Offers to Accept 20-Year Suspension of Iran’s Nuclear Program, Backs Off Dismantlement Demand
President Trump signals readiness to accept a 20-year suspension of Iran’s nuclear program, softening his previous stance of complete dismantlement, and warns of dwindling patience over stalled talks.
IranPOTUS Discussed Taiwan and Iran with President Xi: 'He Does Not Want to See a Fight for Independence'
President Trump stated that Chinese President Xi Jinping does not want a fight for Taiwan's independence and holds strong views on Iran's nuclear program and opening the strait.
IranPresident Trump on Iran Proposal: 'If They Have Any Nuclear, I Don't Read the Rest'
President Trump says he disregards Iran's latest proposal if it mentions any nuclear activity.
IranCENTCOM Reports 67 Commercial Vessels Redirected in Iran Port Blockade
U.S. Central Command announced that since implementing a blockade against ships entering and exiting Iran's ports four weeks ago, American forces have redirected 67 vessels, allowed 15 humanitarian aid ships to pass, and disabled 4.