The combined missile and drone attack amounted to one of the most serious breaches of American air defenses in the course of the monthlong war with Iran.
The combined missile and drone attack was one of the most serious breaches of U.S. air defenses so far in he monthlong war with Iran.
American officials sought to temper concerns of a possibly expanding military incursion after the Pentagon’s decision to deploy more troops to the Middle East.
After Israel said it would intensify attacks on Iran’s industrial infrastructure, major steel plants and other vital plants were struck.
Two ships turned back after being warned not to pass through the Strait of Hormuz on Friday. Iran said strikes in the country had hit a uranium processing plant and industrial sites.
Officials in Tehran and Washington alike are trading taunts in English, often using American pop culture references.
Mr. Musk’s participation was notable because it is rare for a private citizen to be on a call between heads of state. It also suggests that Mr. Musk is back on better terms with the president.
Tehran has effectively closed off the critical waterway, turning back container ships on Friday, and Iranian lawmakers are considering whether to formalize charging fees to pass.
For a second time, President Trump extended the deadline for Iran to fully reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
Just after stocks ended another bruising day, the president took to social media to promote progress in talks with Iran.