Iran Fires Missiles As US Pressure Fuels Regional War Tensions

TEHRAN: (Web Desk) – Iran launched fresh missile strikes early Tuesday, signaling continued resistance against US President Donald Trump’s warnings. Trump had threatened to target Iran’s critical oil facility at Kharg Island, along with power and desalination infrastructure, if Tehran refused to agree to terms to end the conflict.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that Israel has already achieved more than half of its military objectives in Iran. However, both he and Trump avoided giving any clear timeline, as the ongoing conflict has escalated into a broader regional crisis and pushed global oil prices sharply upward.

Iran’s parliament panel approves rial-based toll plan for Strait of Hormuz.

In Dubai, falling debris from intercepted missiles injured four people and caused a fire on a Kuwaiti oil tanker. The incident has raised concerns about stability in a city long seen as a safe financial hub.

Saudi Arabia reported intercepting eight ballistic missiles. Meanwhile, Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi urged Saudi leaders to remove US forces from their territory, while maintaining that Iran still views the kingdom as a “brotherly” nation.

Iran is also considering new measures targeting global shipping. A parliamentary panel has approved a proposal to charge tolls on vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz and potentially block US and Israeli ships entirely—raising fears over global energy supply disruptions.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio criticized the move, saying no country can accept control over international waterways, warning it would set a dangerous global precedent.

Despite rising tensions, Trump reportedly indicated he might end the war even if the Strait of Hormuz remains restricted, leaving its reopening for later diplomatic efforts.

Meanwhile, violence has spread to Lebanon, where clashes between Israeli forces and Hezbollah have intensified. A deadly explosion killed Indonesian UN peacekeepers, prompting international concern and calls for investigation.

On the ground, daily life in Tehran continues under strain. Residents describe a surreal mix of normalcy and fear, with cafes open but heavy security present across the city.