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The Islamic Republic of Iran is reported to be in a state of panic. There are questions about which internal faction is issuing orders to attack ships in the Strait of Hormuz.
Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei acknowledged the extension of the ceasefire, stating that diplomacy is a tool to secure national interests and security, and that Tehran will take action when it deems it necessary to protect the nation's achievements.
Tasnim News, a media outlet linked to Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), posted a video mocking President Donald Trump.
The IRGC Navy seized two ships, "MSC-FRANCESCA" and "EPAMINODES," off the coast of Iran, accusing them of operating without necessary permits and tampering with navigation systems, thereby endangering maritime security.
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) fired at two ships this morning, damaging the cockpit of one of them.
Arab foreign ministers, convened by Bahrain, demanded that Iran pay compensation for economic damages resulting from its threats to close the Strait of Hormuz. The Arab League Secretary General stated that Arab states would not be hostages for settling scores with Iran.
The UK Maritime Trade Operations Centre reported an incident 28 kilometres northeast of Oman where an armed IRGC boat approached a container ship, fired shots without radio contact, and caused severe damage to the ship's bridge. All crew members are safe with no reports of fire or environmental damage.
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) stated that their level of preparedness for an immediate response is extremely high, asserting that every new military conflict will inflict devastating blows on the enemy's assets.
U.S. President Donald Trump stated that Iran is facing severe financial crisis, losing $500 million daily, with military and police personnel complaining about unpaid wages. He called for the immediate reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
The original ceasefire between the United States and Iran has ended, marking a significant escalation in tensions in the Middle East.
Anthony Albanese, the Prime Minister of Australia, stated that the economic impact of the Iran war will worsen as the conflict continues, citing stranded ships in the Strait of Hormuz and supply chain disruptions affecting energy imports from the Middle East. Australia has secured additional diesel shipments from South Korea, Brunei, and Malaysia to mitigate the effects.
The United States has implemented a naval blockade against Iran, significantly hindering the Islamic Republic's maritime operations and trade. This measure is described as highly detrimental to the Iranian regime.
