Donald Trump said the US was unaware of Israel’s South Pars strike and warned Iran against targeting Qatar.
The move allows foreign-flagged vessels to transport goods between US ports for the next 60 days.
The deployments could help provide Trump with additional options but would further entrench US in a foreign war.
Saudis have warned of 'military actions, if necessary', but Gulf states in 'diplomatic bind' as they mull response.
Before next year’s presidential race, local elections which conclude Sunday indicate fractured political landscape.
Border closures and rising prices make Eid baking difficult in Gaza, but families persist to keep traditions alive.
Questions raised over US knowledge of Israeli plans to attack key Iranian gasfield as energy sites become targets.
The UN reports over one million displaced in Lebanon as Israeli attacks escalate, with children accounting for one-third.
The Iran war enters day 20 as Israeli and Iranian attacks hit energy infrastructure across region.