Briefing

Trump hints at new Iran operation as strike reports mount

Trump told a Florida rally another “small” US military operation against Iran is possible unless a deal is reached. October was the worst month on record for attacks on shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, with 28 incidents, according to data cited by Al-Monitor. Brent crude passed $117 a barrel, its highest since April, The Guardian reported, as fears of renewed strikes mounted. Foreign ministers from eight countries in Istanbul urged Washington and Tehran to choose diplomacy.

Updated 2026-10-24 06:06 UTC

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Record Hormuz attacks; IRGC reports more tanker blasts

October is the worst month on record for attacks on commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz and nearby waterways, with 28 confirmed or reported incidents, according to data cited by Al-Monitor.

Oil tops $117 as fears of renewed US strikes on Iran mount

Brent crude rose about 3.5% on Friday to pass $117 a barrel, its highest level since April, The Guardian reported…

Eight countries urge US-Iran restraint and diplomacy in Istanbul

Foreign ministers from eight countries meeting in Istanbul urged the United States and Iran to exercise restraint and resolve differences through diplomacy.