Iran ceasefire nears its deadline. Trump toughens rhetoric, the US seizes an Iranian vessel, Strait of Hormuz fears shake markets, and Israel strikes Lebanon despite a truce.

The United States, Israel and Iran are now in their eighth week of conflict. The fragile, two-week ceasefire, which is set to expire on Wednesday unless the U.S. and Iran reach a nuclear deal before then or both sides agree to extend it,

Iran accuses US of ceasefire violation after cargo ship strike. They vow swift retaliation, escalating tensions and threatening fragile Middle East peace attempts.

EADaily, April 20th, 2026. The American-Israeli war with Iran has made clear the competition between Ankara and Jerusalem: both countries are fighting for the status of the main regional power and see each other as a threat.

India, April 20 -- Tensions between the United States and Iran have sharply escalated after the seizure of an Iranian commercial vessel named TOUSKA in the Sea of Oman. Iran has confirmed the incident and warned of retaliation,

The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has claimed that US forces stationed in the Sea of Oman were forced to retreat after firing at an Iranian merchant vessel, according to a report, Press TV reported.

Before the outbreak of hostilities, Iran boasted one of the most impressive mechanised land forces in the middle east region.