U.S. Central Command

Adm. Brad Cooper visited the USS Lincoln in the Arabian Sea during a tour that included meetings with leaders across Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and other Middle Eastern nations. Separately, Israel struck two Hezbollah commanders in southern Lebanon, an event which resulted in at least 11 deaths. Additionally, a Hamas delegation is scheduled to meet with Egyptian officials in Cairo regarding Gaza ceasefire talks.

U.S. Central Command (Centcom) commander Adm. Brad Cooper visited the USS Abraham Lincoln on Saturday. This visit occurred after the ship had been docked in the Middle East for over 260 days since November. Centcom stated that Cooper's trip was part of a 10-day tour related to overseeing the war with Iran.

Republican Colorado gubernatorial nominee Victor Marx is campaigning with a newly formed all-Marine ticket alongside George Markert to combat what he describes as a rising democratic socialist movement in the country. Marx attributes his candidacy victory partly to Democratic Socialist Melat Kiros's upset win in Colorado’s primary race, arguing that military discipline and 'steely spines' are needed for government. He contrasts his platform of public safety with approaches supported by the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA), which supports police abolition.

US Central Command (Centcom) redirected three more commercial vessels as part of its blockade against Iran. Since August 5, 48 ships have been redirected, two disabled, and two boarded. A U.S. Air Force F-16 fighter jet was involved in patrols enforcing the blockade.

The US has used 'virtually all' of its long-range precision missiles, including Army Tactical Missile Systems (ATACMS) and Precision Strike Missiles (PrSM), during the war on Iran. US Central Command has replenished its stock from other theatres, highlighting supply limitations for President Donald Trump’s threats against Iran.

The U.S. asserts the southern route of the Strait of Hormuz remains free and open, while Bessent indicates a deal with Iran is nearing completion.

US Central Command (Centcom) stated that the Strait of Hormuz remains free and open for commercial vessels despite an Iranian blockade. Over the past three months, US forces have assisted more than 1,000 vessels in transiting the strait, with operations continuing amid Iranian aggression.

The US has used nearly all of its long-range precision missiles, including Army Tactical Missile Systems (ATACMS) and Precision Strike Missiles (PrSM), during the war with Iran, according to a Reuters report. This depletion has forced US Central Command to replenish supplies from other regions, and Ukraine has used US-supplied ATACMS to target Russia.

The US army has used nearly all of its long-range ATACMS and about half of its Tomahawk missiles during its five-month conflict with Iran, according to sources. The US Central Command had to resupply from other global locations after depleting its initial stockpile, as reported by Reuters.

The Pentagon is seeking input from military experts on creative and unconventional methods to 'punish' Iran, as reported by CNN. A US Central Command (Centcom) email mentioned the effort to pressure Iran into a deal aligned with President Trump's preferences, with a Centcom spokesperson stating such innovative approaches are not unusual.

US Central Command (Centcom) reported redirecting 44 commercial vessels, disabling 2, and boarding 2 as part of a blockade in the Strait of Hormuz. The action is described as enforcing a U.S. blockade against Iran, with updates provided via a X post on August 3, 2026.

US Central Command has assisted over 1,000 ships in crossing the Strait of Hormuz since early May. President Donald Trump initiated 'Operation Project Freedom' on 5 May to escort merchant ships but abandoned it after two days due to negotiations. The Strait, which previously handled 20% of global oil and liquified natural gas supply, remains a critical transit route.

U.S. Central Command (Centcom) reported that as of August 2, 2026, its forces have redirected 35 commercial vessels, disabled 2, and boarded 2 while enforcing a naval blockade. A U.S. Marine Corps F-35C stealth fighter jet launched from the USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) in the Arabian Sea to support the blockade against Iran.

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani attended the funeral of Army Sgt. Angel Sarah Rampersad in Queens but was not allowed to speak, reportedly due to the family's desire to avoid political distractions. Governor Kathy Hochul delivered remarks at the service. Rampersad was killed in an Iranian attack on a Jordanian air base alongside two other U.S. service members.

President Donald Trump warned that the U.S. conflict with Iran may continue as Tehran's military capabilities weaken, despite earlier claims of decimating Iran's forces. Renewed hostilities followed the collapse of a June agreement, with U.S. strikes targeting Iranian sites in response to missile attacks.

President Trump warned that conflict with Iran could continue, stating the U.S. is weakening Iran's military capabilities and vowing to 'win.' He expressed skepticism about reaching a deal, accusing Iran of lying in negotiations, as renewed fighting complicates earlier claims that Iran's military power had been eliminated.

US Central Command (Centcom) reported redirecting 30 commercial vessels, disabling 2, and boarding 2 to enforce compliance during an Iran blockade. It also permitted nearly 30 ships to pass for humanitarian aid.

A War Powers Resolution to limit President Donald Trump’s military actions in Iran failed in the U.S. Senate with a 49-50 vote. Three Republican senators—Lisa Murkowski, Rand Paul, and Susan Collins—supported the measure, while the majority of Republicans and Democratic senator John Fetterman opposed it. Recent U.S. and Saudi strikes on Iran-backed militias in Iraq followed Iranian drone attacks, causing oil prices to rise and gasoline costs to increase.

The US military denies Iran's claim of closing the Strait of Hormuz, asserting it remains open for commercial vessel transit. Iran reported stopping two vessels and turning back four others after its forces intervened.

The Trump administration's Iran conflict has been marked by mutual misunderstandings, with Iran escalating tensions by launching missiles at U.S. troops in Jordan after U.S. strikes ceased, while Saudi Arabia conducted joint strikes on Iran-backed militias. A memorandum of understanding failed to resolve disputes over the Strait of Hormuz due to conflicting interpretations by the U.S. and Iran.

A War Powers Resolution to limit President Trump's military conflict in Iran failed in the U.S. Senate with a 49-50 vote, as three Republican senators—Lisa Murkowski, Rand Paul, and Susan Collins—supported the measure. The House had previously passed the resolution, but it did not gain Senate approval. Recent U.S. and Saudi airstrikes on Iran-backed militias in Iraq followed Iranian drone attacks, leading to higher oil prices and increased U.S. gasoline costs.

Three Republican senators supported a War Powers Resolution to block President Trump’s war with Iran, but the measure failed 49-50 in the Senate. Recent U.S. and Saudi strikes on Iranian-backed militias in Iraq followed Iranian drone attacks, raising oil prices and gasoline costs. Four U.S. service members were killed in Iranian strikes, with the Pentagon not classifying the latest casualties as part of the Iran war.

U.S. Central Command released video showing strikes against Iran, claiming it was direct retaliation for a recent missile attack on U.S. forces in Jordan. The strikes marked the first resumption of attacks after several days.

U.S. Central Command released video showing fighter jets launching strikes against Iran, marking the first resumption of attacks in several days. The U.S. described the action as direct retaliation for a recent Iranian missile attack on U.S. forces in Jordan.

The Iraqi government stated it did not approve or have prior knowledge of US-Saudi airstrikes targeting Iran-backed groups in Iraq. The strikes, conducted by Saudi Arabia and US Central Command, aimed to address drone attacks on Saudi oil facilities.

A War Powers Resolution to limit President Donald Trump's military actions in Iran failed in the U.S. Senate with a 49-50 vote. Three Republican senators—Lisa Murkowski, Rand Paul, and Susan Collins—supported the measure, while 49 Republicans opposed it. The House passed the resolution, but the Senate did not, despite renewed strikes by U.S. and Saudi forces against Iran-backed militias in Iraq.

A War Powers Resolution to limit President Donald Trump’s military actions in Iran failed in the U.S. Senate with a 49-50 vote. Three Republican senators—Lisa Murkowski, Rand Paul, and Susan Collins—supported the measure, while Democratic Senator John Fetterman voted against it. Recent U.S. and Saudi strikes on Iran-backed militias in Iraq followed Iranian drone attacks, raising oil prices and gasoline costs.

A War Powers Resolution to block President Donald Trump’s military conflict in Iran failed in the U.S. Senate with a 49-50 vote. Three Republican senators—Lisa Murkowski, Rand Paul, and Susan Collins—supported the measure, while Democratic senator John Fetterman voted no. Trump ordered retaliatory strikes in Iraq following Iranian drone attacks, causing oil prices to rise and gasoline costs to exceed $4.09 per gallon.

A U.S. Senate War Powers Resolution to block President Donald Trump’s military conflict in Iran failed with a 49-50 vote, supported by three Republicans—Lisa Murkowski, Rand Paul, and Susan Collins—while Democratic Senator John Fetterman opposed it. Trump authorized retaliatory strikes in Iraq alongside Saudi forces after Iranian drone attacks, causing oil prices to rise and gasoline costs to reach $4.09 per gallon. The conflict has resulted in 18 U.S. service member deaths and 653 injuries.

The US military denied reports that American aircraft were destroyed or damaged in recent Iranian attacks, contradicting claims from Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps about three F-35 jets and other aircraft being destroyed. US Central Command also dismissed a report from Iranian state media alleging the commercial vessel Nora breached a US blockade of Iranian ports.

U.S. Central Command announced strikes on Iran in response to Iranian attacks on U.S. military assets, resulting in casualties in Qeshm. An Iranian strike damaged a Chinese firm's building in Kuwait, killing a worker, while fires in Egypt's Damietta port were preliminarily linked to a drone. President Trump discussed Iran strategies with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu, reviewing diplomatic, economic, and military options.

The United States and Iran exchanged missile strikes, escalating regional tensions as Jordan and Kuwait reported attacks and casualties. Diplomatic efforts to de-escalate the conflict show no public progress, with economic and security impacts worsening globally.

Iran vows to punish the U.S. after U.S. Central Command launches strikes, as shown in a video from July 29, 2026, depicting smoke from an explosion at an unknown location.

The United States resumed airstrikes in Iran following Tehran's ballistic-missile attack on American forces, as Iran expert Behnam Ben Taleblu warned the regime has become more dangerous and risk-tolerant. President Trump vowed a forceful response, stating the U.S. would hit Iran 'very hard,' after Iran launched multiple missiles that were intercepted by U.S. defenses.

An Iranian strike hit a Chinese firm’s building in northern Kuwait, killing a worker, hours after Jordan intercepted five Iranian missiles. The U.S. military conducted strikes against Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps in response to an earlier Iranian attack on a U.S. base in Jordan, while fires were reported on two natural gas vessels in Egypt’s Damietta port.

Jordan's air defenses intercepted five Iranian missiles launched Thursday, hours after the U.S. military conducted a heavy wave of strikes against Iran. The U.S. targeted Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps facilities, while Iran reported casualties from a strike on Qeshm Island. The conflict escalated further with strikes in Iraq and unexplained fires on Egyptian natural gas vessels.

Jordan's air defenses intercepted five Iranian missiles launched Thursday, while the U.S. conducted a heavy wave of strikes against Iran in response to an earlier Iranian attack on a U.S. base in Jordan. The U.S. targeted Iranian military facilities, and Iran reported casualties from a strike on Qeshm island. Fires also erupted on two natural gas vessels in Egypt's Damietta port, though no injuries were reported.

Jordan's air defenses shot down five missiles launched from Iran, hours after the U.S. military conducted strikes against Iran in response to an earlier Iranian missile attack on a U.S. base in Jordan. The U.S. targeted Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps facilities, while Iran reported casualties from attacks in Qeshm and Khuzestan province.

US Central Command successfully completed a two-hour wave of strikes against Iran, targeting military command centers, missile and drone facilities, coastal surveillance and defense sites, and maritime capabilities. The strikes were in response to Iran's attempted missile attacks on US forces on July 28.

The US launched strikes on Iran in response to Iranian attacks on US forces in the Middle East. A drone hit a US-owned gas storage facility earlier on Wednesday.