Iranian Revolutionary Guard
Coverage of Iranian Revolutionary Guard in the Nexus archive.
- Iran launches renewed missile attacks as US and Saudis strike Tehran-backed militias in Iraq
Iran launched missile attacks targeting American forces in the Middle East, while the U.S. and Saudi Arabia struck Tehran-backed militias in Iraq, killing at least 20 fighters and six Iranian advisers. Drone strikes damaged natural gas vessels in Egypt, and tensions escalated amid failed diplomatic efforts to de-escalate the conflict, causing oil prices to rise.
- Jordan intercepts Iranian missiles as US and Saudi Arabia launch strikes against militias in Iraq
Jordan's air defenses intercepted five Iranian missiles launched at its military base and U.S. Central Command headquarters. The U.S. and Saudi Arabia conducted strikes against Iran-backed militias in Iraq, escalating regional tensions and causing oil prices to rise.
- Jordan intercepts Iranian missiles as US and Saudi Arabia launch strikes against militias in Iraq
Jordan intercepted five Iranian missiles launched at its military bases, while the US and Saudi Arabia conducted strikes against Iran-backed militias in Iraq. The attacks triggered a rise in oil prices and renewed tensions over the Strait of Hormuz, with Iran rejecting an Oman proposal for managing the strait's traffic.
- US strikes Iran for 10th consecutive night as Tehran strikes tanker in the Strait of Hormuz
Iran attacked a tanker in the Strait of Hormuz, forcing its crew to abandon the ship, while the U.S. conducted its 10th consecutive night of airstrikes targeting Iranian military sites. The interim deal to end the conflict has failed, shipping through the strait has stalled, and the U.S. warned of potential global attacks by Iran. President Donald Trump vowed retaliation for any U.S. military casualties.
- US strikes Iran for 10th consecutive night as Tehran strikes tanker in the Strait of Hormuz
The US conducted its 10th consecutive night of airstrikes against Iran while Iran attacked a tanker in the Strait of Hormuz, forcing its crew to abandon the ship. The conflict has disrupted shipping through the key waterway, pushed oil prices higher, and led to warnings from the US State Department about potential global Iranian attacks on US interests.
- U.S. identifies 2 troops killed in Iran war weekend attack
The Pentagon identified two U.S. service members killed in Iranian missile and drone attacks on a Jordanian military base, raising the total U.S. military deaths in the war with Iran to 17. President Trump and Hawaii Sen. Mazie Hirono expressed condolences, while U.S. Central Command launched airstrikes against Iranian targets. Another U.S. service member died in northern Iraq during a drone detonation.
- US bombing of Iran expands as American troops killed and Tehran retaliates against the Gulf states
The US conducted airstrikes targeting Iran after an American service member was killed in Iraq, prompting Iran to retaliate by attacking Bahrain and Kuwait. The conflict has intensified, with the Strait of Hormuz experiencing stalled shipping traffic and rising global oil prices, as a 60-day interim deal to end hostilities has failed.
- US bombing of Iran expands as American troops killed and Tehran retaliates against the Gulf states
The U.S. conducted airstrikes targeting Iran following the death of an American service member in Iraq, while Iran retaliated by attacking Bahrain, home to the U.S. Navy's 5th Fleet. The conflict has disrupted shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, driven oil prices above $90 a barrel, and led to civilian infrastructure attacks, with both sides escalating tensions as a 60-day interim deal to end fighting fails.
- US bombing of Iran expands as American troops killed and Tehran retaliates against the Gulf states
The United States conducted airstrikes on Iran following the death of an American service member in Iraq, while Iran retaliated by attacking Bahrain, home to the U.S. Navy's 5th Fleet. The conflict has escalated tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, disrupted global oil supplies, and led to a rise in Brent crude prices above $90 a barrel.
- US launches more airstrikes against Iran after announcing another death of a service member
The United States conducted airstrikes against Iran following the death of an American service member in Iraq, while Iran fired missiles toward Jordan, escalating regional tensions. The conflict has disrupted shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, driven up oil prices, and led to attacks on civilian infrastructure in both countries. The U.S. military targeted Iranian military sites, including command centers and missile launch facilities, marking the ninth consecutive night of strikes.
- US launches more airstrikes against Iran after announcing another death of a service member
The United States launched additional airstrikes against Iran following the death of an American service member in Iraq, while Iran fired missiles toward Jordan, raising risks of conflict escalation with Israel. Shipping in the Strait of Hormuz has stalled as both sides target civilian infrastructure, with the U.S. military emphasizing strikes on Iranian facilities linked to attacks on commercial vessels.
- U.S. military announces the death of another service member, blaming the ‘controlled detonation’ of a downed Iranian drone in Iraq
A U.S. service member was killed in Iraq during the controlled detonation of a downed Iranian drone as the U.S. and Iran escalate military tensions with airstrikes and missile attacks. The conflict has targeted civilian infrastructure, including a nuclear plant under construction in Iran, and spread to allied countries like Jordan, Kuwait, and Bahrain.
- US strikes Iran over troop deaths as Israel warns Tehran's attacks are coming close
The US launched airstrikes on Iran in response to U.S. troop deaths, while Iran fired missiles toward Jordan, raising risks of conflict spilling into Israel. Civilian infrastructure in both countries was targeted, and a U.S. strike reportedly hit an Iranian nuclear plant under construction.
- Iran hits US allies as Israel warns missiles headed for Jordan could land on its territory
The United States launched airstrikes in Iran targeting the Revolutionary Guard in retaliation for the killing of American troops in Jordan, while Iran's missile attacks on U.S.-allied countries risk escalating conflict. Israel warned that Iranian missiles fired toward Jordan could spill over into its territory, marking the first such warning since the conflict resumed. The U.S. and Iran have exchanged strikes over control of the Strait of Hormuz, with both sides reporting casualties.
- US military launches new airstrikes to 'swiftly punish' Iran for deaths of US troops
The U.S. military conducted airstrikes in Iran targeting areas near the Strait of Hormuz to punish Iran for an attack in Jordan that killed two American service members. The strikes aim to degrade Iran's ability to restrict oil tanker traffic through the strait. Iran's supreme leader warned of retaliatory 'unforgettable lessons' if the U.S. continues attacks.
- US military launches new airstrikes to punish Iran for deaths of US troops
The U.S. military launched airstrikes against Iran to retaliate for an attack in Jordan that killed two American service members and injured others. The strikes aim to degrade Iran’s ability to restrict oil tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz. Iran’s supreme leader warned of future retaliation, and a deputy foreign minister stated Tehran is suspending commitments to a recent interim peace deal.
- The US and Iran have blown past red lines as they lurch back toward all-out war
The U.S. and Iran have escalated tensions following a drone attack on a cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz, leading to a series of strikes and counterstrikes that have undermined a preliminary peace agreement. Both sides have crossed red lines, with Iran attacking ships using an alternative route and the U.S. targeting missile sites, increasing the likelihood of a return to full-scale war.
- The US and Iran have blown past red lines as they lurch back toward all-out war
The US and Iran have escalated tensions after an Iranian drone attack on a cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz led to a chain of hostilities, undermining a preliminary peace deal. Both sides have crossed red lines, with the agreement collapsed and a return to full-scale war increasingly likely.
- The US and Iran standoff over the Strait of Hormuz intensifies
The U.S. and Iran are escalating tensions over the Strait of Hormuz, with Iran threatening to block oil and gas export routes in response to U.S. maritime blockades. The U.S. military has launched strikes to degrade Iranian capabilities targeting commercial shipping, while Iran retaliated by attacking U.S. bases in Kuwait, Bahrain, and Jordan. Control of the strategic Strait of Hormuz, through which 20% of the world's energy supplies transit, has become a focal point of the conflict.
- UK says Iran-backed group Jewish community attacks, bans Revolutionary Guard
The UK government accused an Iran-backed group of committing arson and vandalism attacks on Jewish sites in Britain and banned the Iranian Revolutionary Guard.
- Tehran strikes Gulf states after US ends latest round of airstrikes on Iran
Iran retaliated against U.S. airstrikes by launching attacks on Gulf states, including Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Jordan, and Oman, sparking missile alerts. The U.S. military targeted Iranian sites over an attack on a container ship in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global trade route, with both sides escalating tensions over control of the strait.
- US ends latest round of airstrikes on Iran after Tehran strikes Gulf states
The United States ended airstrikes on Iran following Iranian attacks on Gulf states and a container ship in the Strait of Hormuz. The U.S. military targeted air defense systems, radar sites, and missile equipment, while Iran retaliated by striking multiple Middle Eastern countries. The conflict centers on control of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global trade route, with the U.S. asserting its openness and Iran claiming sovereignty.
- Tehran strikes Gulf states after US ends latest round of airstrikes on Iran
The U.S. conducted airstrikes on Iran targeting air defense systems and missile sites, prompting Iran to retaliate with attacks across the Middle East, including missile alerts in Bahrain. The conflict centers on control of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global trade route, as tensions escalate amid an interim deal aimed at ending hostilities.
- US launches new airstrikes on Iran and Tehran fires back at Gulf Arab states
The United States launched airstrikes against Iran, targeting military sites and port facilities, while Iran retaliated by attacking Bahrain, Kuwait, and Qatar. U.S. President Donald Trump warned of escalated consequences if Iranian attacks on shipping persist, citing the threat to freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.
- US launches new airstrikes on Iran and Tehran fires back at Gulf Arab states
The United States launched airstrikes on Iran, targeting military sites and port facilities, while Iran responded by attacking Bahrain, Kuwait, and Qatar. U.S. President Donald Trump warned of escalating consequences if Iranian attacks on shipping in the Strait of Hormuz continue.
- Trump says the Iran ceasefire is finished. Both sides have been trading fire throughout.
Trump declared the US-Iran ceasefire over, with both sides continuing military strikes. The US attacked over 80 Iranian targets after Iran struck commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, while a blockade of Iranian ports led to ongoing clashes.
- Trump says ceasefire with Iran is 'over' as NATO summit wraps
President Donald Trump declared the ceasefire with Iran is over after recent attacks, stating he may launch further strikes. He criticized Iran as 'scum' and 'liars,' and mentioned potential attacks on civilian infrastructure, while U.S. and Iranian forces exchanged strikes following a previous interim deal.
- Iran and US trade fire and Trump calls the ceasefire into question
Iran targeted American military sites in the Gulf following U.S. strikes on Iran and sanctions on its oil sales. U.S. President Donald Trump declared the interim ceasefire 'over,' raising fears of renewed conflict and causing oil prices to spike.
- Iran attacks Bahrain and Kuwait following US strikes and threatens to halt talks
Iran launched drone and missile attacks targeting Bahrain and Kuwait following U.S. airstrikes, threatening to halt negotiations to end the war. The conflict centers on control of the Strait of Hormuz, with Iran insisting on governing the strait and opposing U.S.-led maritime route expansions. Pakistan has facilitated talks between the U.S. and Iran, while the Trump administration stated technical discussions remain on track despite escalations.
- Qatar, GCC condemn Iranian drone attacks on Bahrain
Qatar and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) condemned Iran’s drone attacks on Bahrain, which targeted civilian infrastructure. Iran’s Revolutionary Guard claimed the attacks were retaliation for a US strike on its territory.
- Iranian drones attack Bahrain and a ship is struck in the strait after US airstrikes on Iran
Iran launched drone attacks targeting Bahrain and a ship in the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions after U.S. airstrikes on Iranian missile and drone sites. The U.S. and Iran are negotiating an interim deal to end the conflict, while a maritime route expansion in the strait near Oman has raised new concerns.
- Tanker struck in the Strait of Hormuz as Iran and US launch attacks in region
A tanker was attacked in the Strait of Hormuz as Iran and the U.S. launched reciprocal strikes in the region. Bahrain reported Iranian drone attacks on its territory, while the U.S. responded to prior Iranian attacks on a ship. An interim deal between Iran and the U.S. aims to resolve the conflict but tensions remain high.
- US and Iran trade fire for a second night as Tehran says it has closed Hormuz
The United States and Iran exchanged fire for a second consecutive night, with Iran claiming to have closed the Strait of Hormuz. President Donald Trump warned of new strikes if Iran does not accept his peace conditions.
- US launches a second day of strikes on Iran and Iran fires back at the Gulf states and Jordan
The United States launched a second day of airstrikes on Iran, targeting military sites, while Iran retaliated with missile attacks on Bahrain, Kuwait, and Jordan. The conflict, part of a third round of strikes this week, has disrupted regional stability, caused civilian injuries, and raised tensions over the Strait of Hormuz blockade. President Trump warned Iran would 'pay the price' for stalled negotiations, but Iran remains firm in its demands.
- US launches a second day of strikes on Iran and Iran fires back at Gulf States and Jordan
The United States conducted a second day of airstrikes on Iran, targeting military sites, while Iran retaliated with strikes against Bahrain, Kuwait, and Jordan. The conflict has intensified amid stalled negotiations, with Iran maintaining a chokehold on the Strait of Hormuz, disrupting global energy supplies.
- Israel and Iran trade strikes, threatening to drag region back to full-scale war
Israel and Iran exchanged retaliatory strikes, escalating tensions in the Middle East and threatening a return to full-scale war. Iranian officials accused the U.S. of enabling Israeli aggression, while Yemen's Houthi rebels joined the conflict by attacking Israel and Red Sea targets.
- Israel says it has struck Iran after taking missile fire
Israel launched airstrikes in central and western Iran following missile fire from Tehran, with explosions reported in multiple Iranian cities. Iran closed airspace around its main airport and offered no details on damage. U.S. President Donald Trump urged Iran to return to negotiations and criticized Israel's uncoordinated strikes in Lebanon.
- Iran fires missiles at Israel in first such bombardment since ceasefire as Trump says ‘I’m not happy about’ Israeli strikes on Lebanon
Iran launched missiles at Israel in the first such attack since a ceasefire began in April, following an Israeli strike on Beirut's southern suburbs. Israel intercepted the missiles, and tensions escalated as Iran warned of broader retaliation. U.S. President Donald Trump criticized Israel's uncoordinated strikes and urged Iran to return to negotiations.
- Trump says ‘situation with Iran seems to be going quite well’ while U.S. shoots down more missiles and drones near Strait of Hormuz
The U.S. military intercepted Iranian ballistic missiles and drones near the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions despite a tenuous ceasefire. President Trump claimed the situation with Iran is 'going quite well' while the U.S. targeted Iranian radar sites in response to attacks on Gulf allies.
- Air raid sirens in Bahrain as Iranian missiles and drones head for Gulf neighbors
Iran fired ballistic missiles and drones toward Bahrain and Kuwait, which were intercepted by U.S. and regional forces. The U.S. responded by striking Iranian coastal radar sites, escalating tensions and straining a fragile ceasefire. Bahrain activated air raid sirens and urged residents to seek safety.