Attacks between the United States and Iran test the fragile pause in fighting but there’s still efforts at diplomacy.An Iranian flag flutters in the wind as ships remain anchored in the Strait of Hormuz near Larak Island, Iran on May 16, 2026.Majid Saeedi / Getty Images fileMay 26, 2026, 6:35 PM EDTBy Yasmin Vossoughian and Emily NgoA fresh round of fighting in southern Iran on Monday night, when the U.S. launched what it said were defensive strikes on missile launchers and boats, has prompted Tehran to accuse Washington of violating the ceasefire. Iran is also threatening retaliation.Just a moment.We are getting your experience ready.
Saber-rattling in the seven-week ceasefire
Attacks between the United States and Iran test the fragile pause in fighting but there’s still efforts at diplomacy.
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