Ceasefire holds as US awaits Iranian response to latest proposal; Bahrain detains dozens
🔴 Tension RisingWXII2026-05-09
Iran warned the US against attacks on its oil tankers and commercial vessels, awaiting a response from Washington. The US continues to blockade Iranian ports, while Iran has largely blocked the Strait of Hormuz, causing a spike in global fuel prices. Iran warned of a 'heavy assault' on a U.S. base in the region if the U.S. attacks Iranian ships.