Israel-Iran War Live: Iran says Strait of Hormuz will stay open but ships may face transit fees
The Israel-Iran conflict has escalated with fresh military strikes and missile exchanges across multiple fronts, including Lebanon and Iraq. Meanwhile, Israel has announced a partial reopening of humanitarian crossings into Gaza.
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The intensification of hostilities between Israel and Iran threatens to destabilize the Middle East and trigger a wider regional war.
UPDATED: Jun 8, 2026 21:44 IST Israel-Iran War Live Updates: The Israel-Iran conflict has entered a dangerous new phase, with both sides exchanging attacks across multiple fronts. Israel says it carried out fresh strikes on military targets in western and central Iran, while explosions were reported in Tehran, Tabriz and Isfahan. Iran has reportedly fired missiles at Israel for the first time since the April cease-fire, signalling a sharp escalation in hostilities. The tensions have also spilled beyond the two countries, with reports of Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon and Iranian military action in northern Iraq, raising fears of a wider regional conflict. Stay with IndiaToday.in for latest and live updates- ... Read More Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel is holding off on further attacks against Iran for now. (File Photo) 72 Jun 8, 2026 21:44 IST Iran-Israel war news: Israel to reopen Kerem Shalom crossing for humanitarian aid to Gaza Israel announced that it will begin easing some restrictions on access to Gaza, with the Kerem Shalom crossing set to reopen on Tuesday for the gradual entry of humanitarian aid. The Israeli government agency COGAT also said the Rafah crossing will reopen for limited movement of people in both directions, marking a partial restoration of cross-border access.
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