US has spent $25 bln so far on Iran war: Senior Pentagon official

The US has spent approximately $25 billion so far on the Iran war, a senior Pentagon official told lawmakers on Capitol Hill on Wednesday.

US Treasury chief says blockade will soon force Iran to ‘reduce oil production’

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says his department has stepped up financial pressure on Tehran and moved to dismantle the networks sustaining the Iranian economy.

US, Iran discussing return to pre-conflict status quo

The first stage of a potential peace agreement between Iran and the United States could involve both sides returning to the status quo before the conflict began, CNN reported.

Iran’s Araghchi leaves Pakistan ahead of planned visit by US envoys

Iran’s foreign minister wrapped up a diplomatic visit to Islamabad on Saturday before the planned arrival of US negotiators, as Pakistani mediators pushed for new talks to end the Middle East war.

US to board Iran-linked vessels globally ‘in days’ – WSJ

The US military is preparing to track, intercept, and board Iran-linked oil tankers and seize commercial ships tied to Tehran in international waters worldwide, the Wall Street Journal reported on Saturday, citing sources.

US military claims to halt all economic trade going into and out of Iran by sea

CENTCOM Commander Admiral Brad Cooper says “a blockade of Iranian ports has been fully implemented” and that US forces maintain maritime superiority in the Middle East.

US delegation leaves Pakistan without reaching Iran deal

US Vice President JD Vance says the US delegation has failed to reach an agreement with Iran after 21 hours of negotiations in Pakistan.

Iranian Delegation Arrives in Islamabad for Talks With US

The Pakistani Foreign Ministry on Friday confirmed the arrival of an Iranian delegation to participate in talks with the United States and expressed hope for constructive dialogue.

Iranian forces launch search for crew of downed US fighter jet

Iranian forces have launched a search operation for the crew of a United States fighter jet which was downed by an air defense system, Iranian media reported.

Araghchi calls US threats to attack Iran’s energy infrastructure criminal

 Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi told Turkish counterpart Hakan Fidan in their Tuesday phone call that Washington's threats to attack the energy and industrial infrastructure of the Islamic Republic are criminal.

Over 300 American soldiers wounded during operation against Iran

At least 303 American soldiers have been wounded during the US-Israeli operation against Iran, the ABC television channel said, citing a US administration official.

US, Israel Preparing for Another 2-3 Weeks of Conflict With Iran

 The United States and Israel believe that the armed conflict with Iran could continue for another two to three weeks, even if formal negotiations between the parties begin, news portal reported on Wednesday, citing unnamed US and Israeli officials.

Iran’s President Pezeshkian says more countries in region ‘expressing disgust’ for US, Israel

Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian says that more countries across the region and near it are condemning the US and its ally Israel for their “crimes”.

Hegseth says Kharg Island strike gives US ‘control over Iran’s fate’

Speaking at a press briefing at the Pentagon, US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said strikes on Iran’s military capabilities on Kharg Island give the US control over the fate of the country.

US Using UAVs Similar to Iranian Shahed Drones to Strike Arab States

The United States uses drones similar to Iranian Shahed drones to strike targets in Arab countries, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said on Sunday.

Washington, Caracas discuss extradition of Maduro ally — Bloomberg

The US and Venezuelan governments are discussing the potential extradition of Alex Saab, former Minister of Industry and National Production under President Nicolas Maduro, Bloomberg reports, citing sources.

White House says Trump, energy team ‘to continue to review all credible options’

“The White House is in constant coordination with the relevant agencies on this important issue, as it is a top priority to the President,” spokeswoman Taylor Rogers said.

UN OHCHR calls on US to promptly probe into deaths of children in strike on Iranian school

UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Turk called on the US to promptly conduct an impartial investigation into the strike on a girls' primary school in Iran that killed 165 people.

US and Israel's interceptor stocks may run out as early as next week — CNN

 Israel and the United States will face depletion of ammunition arsenals for target interception systems as early as next week, if the current intensity of hostilities persists, CNN reported.

US mission in Iraq tells nationals, personnel to shelter in place

The US embassy in Baghdad says it has told US nationals and mission to shelter in place, warning of threats posed by Iran-backed groups active in the country.