US-Iran war LIVE: Bahrain activated its missile warning sirens on Thursday after Iran warned of retaliation following a fresh wave of US airstrikes on the Islamic Republic.

The US military conducted strikes on multiple Iranian targets in response to Tehran's aggression, prompting Iran to close the Strait of Hormuz and report explosions in southern regions. Tensions escalate with disrupted oil transport and regional condemnation.

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The Trump administration is making a new bid to prove a core assumption the Iran war so far suggests is flawed: that punishing strikes from a far superior US military force will force Tehran to capitulate.

The US Army's Apache helicopter gunship reportedly crashed near the Strait of Hormuz, however, the pilots on board were safe. Meanwhile, Iran and Israel announced a halt in strikes, leading the way for a potential ceasefire deal between Tehran and Washington.

President Donald Trump announced "major combat operations" against Iran on Feb. 28, with massive joint U.S.-Israeli strikes targeting military, government and infrastructure sites. Following the announcement of a two-week ceasefire,

President Trump has warned Iran it will “pay the price” after accusing Tehran of dragging out negotiations and refusing to reach a deal.