The U.S. halted airstrikes on Iran for a second night straight, ending a 13-day stretch of continuous bombardment as of July 26, 2026. Diplomats are working behind the scenes, specifically between Iran and Oman, to secure safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz. President Trump signaled willingness for a deal but kept the door open to more military action if talks collapse.
The conflict has spilled over. Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen attacked Saudi oil facilities with drones and missiles, responding to Saudi strikes on Hodeida. Iran also accused Ukraine of hitting a commercial vessel in the Caspian Sea. Kyiv confirmed the strike, stating it targeted Iranian military cargo. A U.S. naval blockade of Iranian ports continues. Military activity remains high across multiple regions, even with the pause in direct U.S.-Iran strikes.
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