US Israel Iran War News Live Updates: Trump says US will hit Iran ‘very hard tonight’, take over Kharg Island soon

The United States conducted a second wave of airstrikes on Iran on June 11, 2026, targeting surveillance, communication, and air defense systems in Tehran, Bandar Abbas, and southern Iran. CENTCOM confirmed the strikes followed President Donald Trump’s warning that Iran would face consequences for stalled negotiations. Iran responded by launching missiles at US bases in Bahrain, Kuwait, and Jordan, with Kuwait closing its airspace and Jordan intercepting 20 missiles near Al-Azraq. A US precision strike on the Palau-flagged MT Settebello off Sohar, Oman, resulted in the deaths of three Indian seafarers, with 21 of the 24 crew rescued. The US accused the tanker of violating the ongoing blockade by transporting Iranian oil, despite earlier warning shots in May. This marks the first fatal casualties since the US imposed the blockade on April 13, 2026, which has disabled eight ships, redirected 134, and allowed 42 humanitarian vessels to pass. India summoned the US deputy chief of mission to protest the attack ahead of next week’s G7 meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Trump. Iran declared the Strait of Hormuz closed to all traffic, a claim the US disputes. Trump claimed a ‘secret mission’ had allowed 100 million barrels of oil to bypass Iranian forces, contributing to Brent crude prices rising above $93 per barrel, up 25% since the conflict began on February 28. The International Maritime Organization (IMO) condemned the Settebello strike, calling it unacceptable, and reported 43 attacks on shipping since the war started. The escalation has heightened concerns over global oil supplies, with India sourcing 65-70% of its crude through Hormuz and hosting over 1.35 million nationals in Bahrain and Kuwait. India is also the world’s third-largest supplier of seafarers, with approximately 300,000 workers. Trump stated in a Fox News interview that Iran remains engaged in negotiations but is ‘proud,’ while reiterating plans to seize Kharg Island, a critical oil export hub in the Persian Gulf. Kharg Island, located 50 km off Iran’s coast, is a strategic asset for Tehran’s oil exports. Any US attempt to capture it risks severe economic fallout for Iran and global oil markets. A second incident involving the MT Jalveer was reported off Oman on the same day, further straining regional stability. India’s government confirmed the deaths of the three seafarers and expressed strong diplomatic concerns, while the IMO’s condemnation underscored the humanitarian and legal repercussions of the strikes. The crisis continues to strain US-Iran relations, with Trump threatening further action while negotiating for a potential deal.