Houthi rebels attack Saudi vessel in Red Sea as US launches fresh strikes on Iran, threatening to escalate five-month conflict.
The United States and Iran launched retaliatory strikes against each other and American allies in the Gulf.
The United States is “taking over” the Strait of Hormuz and will be paid for protecting it, US President Donald Trump said.
Iran announced it was closing the Strait of Hormuz on Sunday and launched missiles and drones at its Gulf neighbours.
American representatives arrived in Doha on Tuesday for discussions with Qatari officials about ongoing negotiations with Iran.
Iran and the US agreed to a roadmap for peace in 60 days, easing oil prices and market tensions after successful negotiations.
The US Defense Department will ask Congress to approve approximately $80 billion to cover costs from the war with Iran.
Planned follow-up talks to the recent Middle East peace deal have been postponed.
American media condemns Trump’s Iran deal as a one-sided agreement that strengthens Tehran while costing the US billions and undermining objectives.
US President Donald Trump and Iran’s president signed an agreement on Wednesday aimed at ending the Middle East war.