Iran Israel War Live Updates: UAE says air defences responding to missile and drone threats

A fragile ceasefire between Iran and Israel, brokered since April 8, is under threat after Iran launched missiles, drones, and small boats at three US destroyers in the Strait of Hormuz, which the US military claims to have intercepted and countered. Iran accused the US of violating the truce by striking an oil tanker and another ship, escalating tensions in the region amid diplomatic efforts by Pakistan to mediate." "article": "A ceasefire between Iran and Israel, effective since April 8, is at risk after renewed military exchanges. Iran’s foreign ministry spokesman, Esmaeil Baqaei, stated that Tehran would communicate its position to Pakistan, the mediator, after finalizing its views. Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif had previously expressed optimism about the ceasefire becoming long-term. The US military reported that Iranian forces launched multiple missiles, drones, and small boats targeting three American destroyers in the Strait of Hormuz on Thursday. The US Central Command (CENTCOM) confirmed that no ships were hit and that it eliminated the threats while targeting Iranian military facilities responsible. CENTCOM emphasized that it does not seek escalation but remains prepared to defend American forces. Iran’s central military command accused the US of violating the ceasefire by striking an oil tanker and another vessel, claiming its forces retaliated by attacking US military ships. The US had earlier conducted strikes on Iranian military targets following the attack on its destroyers. The violence threatens to disrupt a fragile truce that ended weeks of US-Israeli attacks on Iran, which had retaliated with strikes across West Asia and by blocking the Strait of Hormuz, a critical route for oil and gas shipments. The situation follows comments from former US President Donald Trump, who suggested an agreement was near but warned of potential further bombing if Iran did not comply. Diplomatic efforts remain critical as tensions rise, with Pakistan playing a key role in mediating between the two sides. The exchange of fire raises concerns about broader regional instability and the potential for further escalation.