US forces carry out series of attacks in the country’s south as Iranian delegation holds talks in Qatar.Published On 26 May 2026United States forces have said they carried out attacks in southern Iran, describing the attacks as “self-defence” operations as top Iranian officials have travelled to Qatar for talks.Earlier, Iranian media reported explosions in the southern port city of Bandar Abbas, a strategic hub near the Strait of Hormuz, a global chokepoint through which a fifth of global oil and gas passes.Recommended Stories list of 1 itemlist 1 of 1US forces strike southern Iran as top Tehran officials in Qatar for talksend of listTehran has cautioned against expectations of a rapid breakthrough, with Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesman on Monday saying progress had been made in the negotiations, but stressed that it does not mean a deal is “imminent”.Here is what we know:In Iran
Nationwide blackout lifted: Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian has ordered the restoration of internet access after a near-total nationwide shutdown that lasted more than 87 days, according to state media. Authorities had imposed the blackout during the war, citing security concerns and cyber threats.
US attacks southern Iran: Explosions were reported in the southern city of Bandar Abbas before US media said American forces had carried out “self-defence” attacks on missile launch sites and mine-laying vessels in southern Iran, according to US officials. Iranian state media later said the situation in the strategic port city was under control despite the attacks.
