The U.S. conducted a new wave of strikes against Iranian military sites on Wednesday after reimposing a naval blockade of the Islamic Republic's ports.

The United States launched fresh strikes on Iran after attacks across the Persian Gulf, deepening tensions and raising new fears over oil supplies.

The latest attacks began at 2 pm ET on Thursday, with the US saying the operation was aimed at further degrading Iran's military capabilities. Follow along for the latest updates.

A tanker traveling off the coast of Oman in the Strait of Hormuz has caught on fire after being struck by a projectile.

Renewed fighting between the US and Iran has not shown signs of de-escalating as strikes spread throughout the region. Follow for live updates.

Iran war latest news on July 17 details US airstrikes on Iran, missile interceptions in Jordan and Kuwait, threats over the Strait of Hormuz, and rising global oil prices amid escalating tensions.

India, July 18 -- US-Israel-Iran War Live Update: The military confrontation between the United States and Iran has entered another intense phase, with Washington carrying out a seventh consecutive night of air and naval strikes against Iranian targets.

The conflict began on February 28 when the United States and Israel carried out major strikes on Iran. In response, Iran effectively shut down the Strait of Hormuz a key shipping route through which a