The United States has attacked an oil tanker in the Persian Gulf, near Iran's main oil export terminal. Iran is threatening to target "all infrastructure" in the region and is urging Yemen's Houthi movement to be ready to close the vital Red Sea shipping lane.
WorldExplosions are reported in several countries around the Persian Gulf as attacks between Iran and the United States continue for a fourth consecutive night. A Norwegian-owned ship was hit by a projectile off the coast of Oman on Tuesday, the shipping company confirmed to the Norwegian newspaper Finansavisen. Two sailors on other ships have been killed.
WorldIranian media are reporting new attacks on the island of Qeshm in the Persian Gulf on Sunday evening. At the same time, there are conflicting reports about the Strait of Hormuz. The US military says it is open to all ships, while Iran's Revolutionary Guards say it is closed "until further notice."
WorldPresident Donald Trump is warning that attacks on Iran may escalate. On Thursday evening, there were also reports of explosions in several places in Iran.
World politicsArgentina beat Jordan 3-1 in their final group game of the World Cup. Lionel Messi started on the bench but came on to score the final goal from a free kick.
SportsEngland are battling for group victory, DR Congo will try to advance, and Lionel Messi could add to his record goal tally. Here's everything you need to know ahead of the matches that will decide the remaining three World Cup groups.
SportsEngland are fighting for group victory. There is a risk of a tie in Kansas, and Lionel Messi could set a new goal record. Here's everything you need to know ahead of the World Cup's final group matches.
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