Sophie Wingate

US strikes hit more than 90 targets in Iran as tensions escalate following Iranian attacks on tankers in the Strait of Hormuz. Trump warned the situation could deteriorate further and declared the interim ceasefire effectively over, describing Iran as untrustworthy while still allowing for negotiations. Iran retaliated with strikes on Bahrain, Kuwait and Qatar, while officials in Tehran dismissed Trump’s comments as signs of failure. Concerns grew over disruptions to global shipping and energy supplies, with UK leaders cautioning about potential domestic economic impacts as diplomatic efforts to stabilise the region remained uncertain.