The United States Navy rejected the claim by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps of Iran that a Panamanian tanker hit sea mines. According to U.S. Central Command, the tanker El Gaia was hit by an Iranian missile last month, rendering it inoperable, and then attacked by an Iranian drone in waters near Oman last weekend.
Update on the Tanker Situation
The tanker is now being towed to shore by a regional partner. The Revolutionary Guard had claimed that the tanker hit sea mines in the Strait of Hormuz and caught fire.
Trump's Remarks on Negotiations with Iran
The Donald Trump administration has stated its willingness to negotiate to end the war with Iran but emphasized that the final decision rests with him. Trump wrote in a post on his social media: "Iran, which is failing, wants to make a deal quickly and badly. I will determine whether the United States will enter this matter or not."
Meanwhile, a report from the Pentagon's oversight agency indicates that the United States has spent about $22.3 billion on munitions in the first four months of the war with Iran, revealing weaknesses in the U.S. defense industry.
Reports also indicate that the cost of the war had reached $33.4 billion by June 29, which includes $22.3 billion for munitions, $3.7 billion for lost equipment, and $7.4 billion for additional expenses. These costs do not include repairs to U.S. military bases damaged by Iranian attacks.
Israeli Airstrikes and the Situation in Yemen
Doctors Without Borders has announced that Israeli forces attacked a humanitarian aid convoy in Gaza, resulting in at least one humanitarian worker being injured. Additionally, the coalition led by Saudi Arabia has reported that 13 civilians were injured in Houthi attacks on Saudi cities.
In light of the increased Houthi attacks on Saudi energy infrastructure, the coalition has stated that it will respond to these attacks in a "responsible and decisive" manner.
Source: independent.co.uk
