US military says it’s carrying out its 10th consecutive night of strikes on Iran

A tanker was attacked early Tuesday morning in the Strait of Hormuz, forcing the crew to abandon ship. This incident marks another escalation in the region as shipping traffic through the key waterway remains largely stalled. The attack occurred while the United States conducted its 10th consecutive night of airstrikes against Iran, following a failed interim peace deal from last month.

The situation shows no signs of cooling down. Despite constant military engagement over the past ten days, both nations remain locked in a tense standoff. The conflict now impacts global energy markets, with Brent crude prices rising above $88 a barrel. In the United States, gasoline prices have climbed to an average of $4 a gallon, adding pressure to consumers ahead of the upcoming election season.

Adding to the gravity of the situation, the U.S. military confirmed the deaths of service members in Jordan, with another casualty reported in Iraq during a drone operation. President Donald Trump has stated that Iran will pay a price for these losses. Meanwhile, Iranian officials have traveled to Pakistan for talks, though prospects for a lasting resolution appear slim as both sides continue to target civilian infrastructure.