An MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter took off from the USS Rafael Peralta (DDG 115) in the Arabian Sea as U.S. forces enforce a maritime blockade against Iran, redirecting 75 commercial vessels and disabling 4 to ensure compliance.
In an interview with Fox News reporter Bret Baier, U.S. President Donald Trump defended America's performance in the war against the Islamic Republic of Iran, stating that the U.S. has shown restraint despite having the capability to completely destroy Iran's infrastructure. Trump also noted that the U.S. has targeted Kharg Island except for the section related to oil export terminals.
Acclaimed Iranian director Asghar Farhadi expressed regret at a Cannes Film Festival press conference on Friday, April 15, 2025, over the deaths of civilians during the war and the fatalities of protesters in December demonstrations. He emphasized that opposing the killing of one group does not imply acceptance of the killing of another group, and stressed that the loss of human life in any circumstances is unacceptable.
Former President Trump stated that the United States implemented a ceasefire in Iran at the request of other nations, particularly Pakistan, despite his personal reservations about the decision.
Mohammad Nabi Mousavi-Fard, the Friday prayer leader of Ahvaz, stated that the Islamic Republic has put the United States in a position with no viable military solution, emphasizing that Iran's dignity and defensive capabilities remain unimpaired. He also declared that the armed forces and Basij are fully prepared to respond decisively to any enemy aggression.
An MH-60R Sea Hawk takes off from the flight deck of USS Rafael Peralta (DDG 115) transiting the Arabian Sea as American forces enforce a maritime blockade against Iran. As of today, 75 commercial vessels have been redirected and 4 have been disabled to ensure compliance. Show more
