US-Iran War Live Updates: Iran claims 4 IRGC members killed in US Saudi strike in Iraq

Four IRGC members killed in US-Saudi strike on Iraq – Iranian media

Four members of Iran’s Revolutionary Guards were killed in US-Saudi strikes on the Iran-backed Popular Mobilization Forces in Iraq, Tehran-based Didban news website reported on Wednesday.

18:05 (IST) Jul 29

‘They’re going to get a beating’: Trump says US to hit Iran ‘hard’ after attack on bases in Jordan

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday said the United States would hit Iran “hard” after American military bases in Jordan came under attack, warning Tehran of severe retaliation.

“We are going to beat the effing S out of them,” Trump told Fox News.

“We’ll be hitting them hard. They’re going to get a beating,” he added.

Trump said US forces had only minutes to respond to the surprise attack and successfully intercepted the incoming missiles before they reached their targets.

He said he had reviewed video footage showing American personnel calling out missile coordinates in real time during the interception.

The US president also said overnight joint US-Saudi strikes targeting Iran-backed Shiite militias in Iraq were carried out in coordination with the Iraqi government.

Calling the Iran-backed militias a “cancer on the world”, Trump said the administration was also considering issuing further warnings to Iranian proxy groups.

17:22 (IST) Jul 29

Iran war: US markets mixed ahead of Fed decision and oil prices jump as Middle East violence flares

Wall Street was mixed ahead of Wednesday’s opening, with S&P 500 and Nasdaq futures edging higher while Dow futures slipped. Oil prices surged more than 4% after the US and Jordan intercepted fresh Iranian missile attacks, ending a brief lull in regional tensions. Asian markets were also mixed, with South Korea’s Kospi extending losses. Investors are now awaiting the Federal Reserve’s interest rate decision, with markets expecting rates to remain unchanged despite persistent inflation.

16:10 (IST) Jul 29

Iran war: Iran official says ‘enemy missile’ hits country’s northwest

15:23 (IST) Jul 29

Iran war: Jordan intercepts Iranian missiles as US and Saudi Arabia launch strikes against militias in Iraq

Jordan’s air defenses intercepted five missiles launched from Iran early Wednesday, the country’s military said, hours after the U.S. military said it had knocked down an Iranian missile barrage launched against American forces in the Middle East, shattering a brief pause in fighting.

The Jordanian military said the missiles had been “intercepted and destroyed.” Iran’s state-run IRNA news agency carried a statement from the paramilitary Revolutionary Guard saying the Guard’s Aerospace Force fired ballistic missiles at the Muwaffaq Salti Air Base and the headquarters of the U.S. military’s Central Command in Jordan.

The renewed hostilities sent oil prices spiking. Brent crude, the international standard, jumped 3.1% to $84.58 a barrel.

Hours earlier, the U.S. Central Command said its forces “remain vigilant and at a high state of readiness,” and that they had also worked with Saudi Arabia’s forces to strike sites in Iraq that Tehran-backed militias have used to launch attacks in recent days.

13:19 (IST) Jul 29

Iran war: Saudi, Gulf ministers call for de-escalation, condemn Iran-linked attacks

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud held separate phone conversations with his counterparts from Qatar, Kuwait and Bahrain, with the four ministers stressing “the importance of continuing efforts to de-escalate tensions” amid the escalating regional conflict.

According to the Saudi foreign ministry, Prince Faisal spoke with Qatari Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, Kuwaiti Foreign Minister Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, and Bahraini Foreign Minister Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani.

The ministers also underlined the need to safeguard “freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz and the Bab al-Mandeb Strait” to limit the security and economic impact of the crisis.

They further condemned attacks by Iran and “its affiliated militias in Iraq and Yemen”, while emphasising closer coordination and stronger joint action through the Gulf Cooperation Council.

11:50 (IST) Jul 29

Iran war: US strike on Iran school a ‘national shame’: Democrat lawmaker

Democratic Representative Yassamin Ansari has called the February 28 US strike on the Shajareh Tayyiba school in Iran’s Minab a “national shame”, accusing Washington of failing to ensure accountability.

Speaking to CNN, Ansari said, “This is a national shame. We’re five months past this horrific war crime,” adding that she was not surprised by the lack of accountability but that “the more reporting that comes out about this war crime in Iran, the more devastating it gets.”

Earlier this month, CNN reported, citing three sources familiar with the matter, that the investigation into the strike—which killed 168 children and 14 adults—has remained with a military command for months, while officials have yet to order a standard intelligence review to determine what happened.

11:03 (IST) Jul 29

Iran war: Iran rejects Oman’s Hormuz proposal, insists key shipping route remain under its control

Iran has rejected Oman’s proposal for regional joint management of the Strait of Hormuz, with a senior Iranian official telling Reuters the plan has “no chance of success.” The official said Iran insists that “the entire inbound route through the Strait and part of the outbound route must be under Iranian control.”

The official also accused the United States and Saudi Arabia of pressuring Oman to advance what he described as “unrealistic plans” for managing the strategic waterway.

10:43 (IST) Jul 29

Jordan says it intercepted five missiles launched from Iran

Jordan’s military said its air defences intercepted and destroyed five missiles launched from Iran early Wednesday. It did not report any casualties. The announcement came hours after the US military said it intercepted a barrage of Iranian missiles targeting American forces in the Middle East. US Central Command (CENTCOM) also said it worked with Saudi Arabia to strike sites in Iraq used by Tehran-backed militias to launch recent drone attacks, ending a brief pause in the fighting.

10:04 (IST) Jul 29

Iran war: ‘No cracks, only a wall of granite’: Netanyahu on ties with Trump after ‘one of the best’ meetings

Speaking to Fox News, Netanyahu called the meeting “one of the best” he has ever had with Trump, while also pushing back against any suggestions of strain in US-Israel relations. He said he always hates “to disappoint our would-be critics who are trying to find cracks in our alliance,” adding that what they find instead is “a wall of granite”.

09:22 (IST) Jul 29

Iran War: Multiple dead, wounded in US-Saudi strikes in Iraq, says former paramilitaries

08:46 (IST) Jul 29

Iran war: US-Saudi strikes kill eight Iraqi PMF members in Nineveh

The command of Iraq’s Popular Mobilisation Forces (PMF) in Nineveh said eight of its members were killed in joint US-Saudi strikes in the northern province.

The group said four other members were wounded in the attacks. Further details were not immediately available.

08:45 (IST) Jul 29

IRGC says it struck, stopped three oil tankers in Strait of Hormuz

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said it struck and stopped three oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, accusing the vessels of ignoring repeated warnings and sailing along what it described as an “unsafe and illegal route.”

According to the semi-official Tasnim news agency, the IRGC said the tankers failed to comply with its warnings before being intercepted.

The force also warned that any vessel following what it called “illegal interference or orders” from the United States in the strategic waterway “will not go unanswered.”

07:49 (IST) Jul 29

Two PMF members wounded in air strike on Basra headquarters

Two members of Iraq’s Popular Mobilisation Forces (PMF) were wounded in an air strike on the group’s headquarters in Basra, according to the Iraqi News Agency.

The strike came after US and Saudi forces launched attacks on Iran-aligned armed groups in Iraq, citing dozens of drone attacks allegedly directed by Iran’s Revolutionary Guard, including strikes targeting Saudi oil facilities.

06:54 (IST) Jul 29

Iran War: Hormuz tensions revive concerns over global inflation

Any disruption in the Strait of Hormuz has the potential to ripple through the global economy by driving up energy costs. Analysts have warned that prolonged instability could increase transportation expenses, push fuel prices higher and add fresh inflationary pressure across major economies.

06:27 (IST) Jul 29

Iran War: Regional powers seek to prevent wider conflict

Countries across West Asia have continued diplomatic outreach in an effort to prevent the confrontation between the US and Iran from expanding into a broader regional conflict. Officials have repeatedly stressed the importance of restraint and dialogue to avoid further instability.

06:12 (IST) Jul 29

Iran War: Saudi Arabia confirms joint strikes with US on Iran-backed targets in Iraq

Saudi Arabia confirmed it carried out coordinated air strikes with the US Central Command (CENTCOM) against Iran-backed militant targets in Iraq, describing the operation as a response to recent drone attacks on Saudi oil facilities.

In a statement, the Saudi defence ministry said the kingdom does not seek escalation but stressed it would respond to any act of aggression to protect its security and critical infrastructure.

05:59 (IST) Jul 29

Iran War: Gulf shipping firms remain on high alert

Shipping companies operating in the Gulf have continued to monitor security developments closely amid fears of further attacks on commercial vessels. Several operators have adjusted sailing routes, increased onboard security measures and reviewed insurance coverage as tensions persist.

05:56 (IST) Jul 29

Iran War: US, Saudi forces strike Iran-linked militant sites in Iraq after drone attacks

The US Central Command (CENTCOM) said US and Saudi Arabian forces carried out precision air strikes on multiple Iran-aligned militant logistics and weapons sites in eastern Iraq on July 28, in response to a wave of drone attacks targeting US forces and Saudi energy infrastructure.

According to CENTCOM, US and Saudi fighter aircraft struck the sites after more than 30 IRGC-directed drone attacks were launched over the past 72 hours.

The military said none of the attacks on US forces were successful, adding that more than 600 attempted attacks on US citizens and facilities in Iraq had been carried out by Iran-aligned militias between February and April 2026.

CENTCOM warned that the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and its proxies must halt such attacks or face further US military action.

05:22 (IST) Jul 29

Iran War: US says restoring maritime security remains top priority

Washington has consistently maintained that ensuring freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz remains one of its key military objectives. US officials have argued that uninterrupted commercial shipping is essential for global energy security and international trade.

04:57 (IST) Jul 29

Iran War: Oil prices surge after Iranian missile attack on US forces

Oil prices rebounded sharply after the US military confirmed that Iran launched ballistic missiles at US forces in the Middle East.

US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude futures jumped more than 4% to trade above $82 a barrel, while Brent crude climbed above $88 a barrel.

The gains reversed earlier losses triggered by Washington’s decision to pause air strikes on Iran, as markets reacted to the renewed escalation in the region.

04:53 (IST) Jul 29

Iran War: Iran rules out negotiations under military pressure

Iran has maintained that it will not negotiate while facing military pressure, insisting that diplomacy can only move forward if hostilities end. Tehran has repeatedly argued that any future talks must be based on mutual respect and guarantees that previous agreements will not be violated.

04:51 (IST) Jul 29

Iran War: Iran denies involvement in projectiles fired at Saudi Arabia from other countries

Iranian state television, citing an unnamed military source, said Tehran has denied any connection to projectiles launched from other countries towards targets in Saudi Arabia.

The statement comes after Saudi Arabia blamed Iran-backed armed groups in Iraq for recent drone attacks targeting oil facilities in the kingdom’s Eastern Province.

04:41 (IST) Jul 29

Iran War: Saudi Arabia condemns drone attack, vows response under international law

Saudi Arabia’s ministry of foreign affairs has condemned the latest drone attack targeting oil facilities in the kingdom’s Eastern Province, blaming Iran-backed militias operating from Iraq.

In a statement, the ministry said Saudi Arabia remained committed to protecting its security and sovereignty, stressing that it reserved the legitimate right under international law to respond to the sources of the aggression and deter those responsible.

Riyadh also urged the Iraqi government to take all necessary measures to prevent its territory from being used to launch attacks against the kingdom.

04:26 (IST) Jul 29

Iran War: Regional conflict reshapes global energy security concerns

The confrontation between the US and Iran has once again highlighted the strategic importance of West Asia’s maritime corridors.

With a significant share of the world’s oil and liquefied natural gas passing through the Strait of Hormuz, any disruption has immediate implications for global energy markets, inflation and international trade.

04:15 (IST) Jul 29

Iran War: Centcom says all Iranian ballistic missiles intercepted in attack on US forces

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04:03 (IST) Jul 29

Iran War: US says all Iranian ballistic missiles intercepted in latest attack

The US military said all ballistic missiles launched by Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) towards US forces in the Middle East were successfully intercepted.

According to the military, the missiles were fired from Iran at around 5:45 pm ET, adding that US forces remain vigilant and at a high state of readiness amid the latest escalation.

03:54 (IST) Jul 29

Iran War: Iran insists maritime security must respect its national interests

Iran has repeatedly argued that any arrangement governing shipping through the Strait of Hormuz must recognise its security concerns and sovereign interests. Tehran has maintained that preserving its role in managing traffic through the strategic waterway remains a core national priority.

03:50 (IST) Jul 29

Iran War: Iran launches ballistic missiles towards US base in Jordan, report says

Iran launched ballistic missiles towards the US military base at Al Azraq in Jordan, Axios reported, citing a US official.

The report comes amid escalating regional tensions, though there was no immediate official confirmation from either Washington or Tehran on the reported strike.

03:48 (IST) Jul 29

Iran War: Iran, EU discuss de-escalation efforts in fresh diplomatic outreach

Iranian foreign minister Abbas Araghchi held a phone conversation with the European Union’s foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas, according to a statement issued by his office on Telegram.

The two discussed the latest regional and international developments, with both sides also reviewing efforts aimed at de-escalating tensions and maintaining stability and security in the region.

03:23 (IST) Jul 29

Iran War: Oil markets closely track developments in West Asia

Global crude oil prices have remained highly sensitive to developments involving Iran and the Strait of Hormuz. Any sign of escalation has fuelled concerns over supply disruptions, while diplomatic progress has generally eased market fears and pushed prices lower.

03:17 (IST) Jul 29

Iran War: UKMTO reports explosion heard by tanker in southern Red Sea

The UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) has reported suspicious activity in the southern Red Sea after the master of a tanker said an explosion was heard while the vessel was transiting the area.

UKMTO said the crew and the vessel are safe, with no environmental damage reported.

The maritime security agency has advised all vessels transiting the region to exercise caution and immediately report any suspicious activity.

03:16 (IST) Jul 29

Iran War: Tanker reports explosion while transiting Red Sea, crew safe

The UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) has reported that a tanker experienced an explosion while transiting the Red Sea.

According to the maritime security agency, all crew members are safe and there have been no reports of environmental damage.

02:57 (IST) Jul 29

Iran War: Trump keeps military option open despite renewed diplomacy

US President Donald Trump has indicated that military action remains on the table even as diplomatic contacts with Iran continue.

The White House has maintained that negotiations are the preferred path, but warned that military operations could resume if talks fail to produce a breakthrough.

02:44 (IST) Jul 29

Iran War: Iranian defence minister says Tehran’s weapons production has increased despite US strikes

Iran’s acting defence minister Brigadier General Seyed Majid Ibn al-Reza has said the country’s defence production lines are “more active than before”, rejecting repeated US claims that Iran’s military capabilities have been significantly degraded.

According to Iran’s semi-official Mehr news agency, he said Tehran was using advanced technology to stay “one step above the enemy” and that the determination of Iranian scientists and experts to strengthen the country’s defence capabilities had only grown stronger.

02:23 (IST) Jul 29

Iran War: Gulf nations intensify diplomatic efforts to secure shipping lanes

Gulf countries have stepped up diplomatic engagement to prevent further disruption to maritime trade as tensions continue in West Asia. Regional leaders have focused on measures to safeguard commercial shipping and maintain the free flow of energy supplies through key waterways, including the Strait of Hormuz.

02:21 (IST) Jul 29

Iran War: US says no tolls or fees will be allowed for Hormuz passage

A US official has said there will be no tolls or fees for ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz under a coordination arrangement currently being discussed.

The official added that Iran had made what Washington described as “unreasonable demands”, which were rejected by both the United States and Oman during ongoing discussions over navigation through the strategic waterway.

02:20 (IST) Jul 29

Iran War: Saudi Arabia says it intercepted fresh drones targeting key oil facilities

Saudi Arabia said its air defences intercepted and destroyed several drones launched from Iraqi territory that were targeting oil facilities in the kingdom’s Eastern Province.

Riyadh blamed Iran-backed militias for the attack, the second such incident in less than two days, and said it reserves the right to respond at a time and place of its choosing.

The Saudi Foreign Ministry also urged Iraq to prevent its territory from being used to launch attacks against the kingdom, while Baghdad has ordered an investigation into the incident.

01:52 (IST) Jul 29

Iran War: Houthis widen pressure with threats to Red Sea shipping

The Iran-aligned Houthi movement has expanded the regional crisis beyond the Strait of Hormuz by targeting shipping linked to Saudi Arabia in the Red Sea. The attacks have raised fresh concerns over global supply chains, with two of the Middle East’s most critical maritime routes facing heightened security risks.

01:24 (IST) Jul 29

Iran War: Oman pushes Gulf-backed plan to manage Strait of Hormuz

Oman has emerged as a key mediator in efforts to reduce tensions over the Strait of Hormuz, proposing a Gulf-backed mechanism under which Iran and Oman would jointly oversee shipping through the strategic waterway.

The proposal reportedly includes a system of voluntary transit fees instead of mandatory charges, aiming to balance freedom of navigation with regional security concerns.

01:17 (IST) Jul 29

Iran War: Saudi Arabia says it intercepted drones targeting oil facilities

Saudi Arabia’s defence ministry said its air defence systems intercepted and destroyed several drones launched from Iraqi territory that were targeting oil facilities in the kingdom’s Eastern Province.

The ministry said the drones were successfully neutralised before reaching their intended targets, as regional tensions continue to escalate.

00:52 (IST) Jul 29

Iran War: Strait of Hormuz remains at heart of US-Iran negotiations

The future of the Strait of Hormuz has become one of the biggest sticking points in efforts to restore diplomacy between Washington and Tehran. While the US insists commercial vessels should move freely without restrictions or additional charges, Iran maintains that it has sovereign rights over traffic management in the waterway and wants a greater role in regulating passage.

00:42 (IST) Jul 29

Iran War: Ukraine says it seeks no escalation after strike on Iranian vessel

Ukraine has said it wants to avoid any escalation with Iran following last week’s attack on an Iranian commercial vessel in the Caspian Sea. Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha said he held a “frank conversation” with his Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi, stressing that Kyiv’s military actions are aimed solely at defending itself against Russia and were never intended to target civilian ships or people.

Sybiha also urged Tehran to refrain from escalation and end its support for Russia’s war, while blaming Moscow for the incident. Iran has warned of “unforeseen consequences” over the attack, which it says killed one sailor and injured several others.

00:37 (IST) Jul 29

Iran War: Araghchi says Ukraine assured attack on Iranian ship was unintentional

Iranian foreign minister Abbas Araghchi has said his Ukrainian counterpart assured him that the recent attack on an Iranian commercial vessel was “unintentional” and that Kyiv does not seek any escalation with Tehran.

The remarks come after tensions flared over the strike on the Iranian ship in the Caspian Sea, which Iran says killed one sailor and injured another.

00:36 (IST) Jul 29

Iran War: Araghchi says Tehran seeks no escalation, demands compensation for losses

Iranian foreign minister Abbas Araghchi has said Tehran does not want further escalation but warned that any attack on Iranian citizens or national interests is unacceptable.

He stressed that Iran expects restitution for the losses it has suffered, signalling that accountability and compensation would remain key demands in any future diplomatic engagement.

00:21 (IST) Jul 29

Iran War: Qatar condemns Iranian attacks on Jordan, urges return to diplomacy

Qatar has condemned Iran’s renewed attacks on Jordan, calling them a “flagrant violation” of the kingdom’s sovereignty and warning that the strikes represent a dangerous escalation that threatens regional stability.

In a statement, Qatar’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs urged an immediate halt to military action, restraint from further escalation and a return to dialogue in line with previously agreed diplomatic understandings.