Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:19am on 09 May 2026,Saturday International
Iran has accused the United States of choosing military action over diplomacy after fresh clashes in the Strait of Hormuz. Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Iran would not bow to pressure. The US said its forces struck Iranian vessels and blocked tankers from entering Iranian ports. President Donald Trump said the ceasefire remains in place and urged Iran to accept a deal. The tensions have raised concerns over oil supplies and fears of a wider conflict in the Gulf region. (PC: EPA)
