LIVEUS enforces Iran port blockade as Saudi reports new Houthi ship attack in Red SeaLast updated: July 25, 2026 | 07:08Gulf News ReportDonald TrumpSaudi ArabiaIranAmericaUS-Israel-Iran warUS President Donald Trump speaks during the 2026 White House Correspondents' Association (WHCA) Dinner at the Waldorf Astoria in Washington, DC, on July 24, 2026.AFPUS President Donald Trump said he had not yet decided on launching major strikes against Iran, saying Tehran was becoming more serious in talks with Washington. Meanwhile, Saudi Arabia struck Iran-backed Houthi targets in Yemen after attacks on Saudi-linked vessels, as US-Iran tensions continued to escalate across the Gulf. The US military said it targeted another merchant vessel attempting to breach its blockade of Iranian ports, while Iran continued strikes against American positions in the region. Follow the latest developments here.HighlightsSHOW MORE07:08 AM, 25 July 2026Saudi Arabia issues early warning alert in Jazan Province
Saudi Civil Defence has issued an alert following a warning from the National Early Warning Platform about a potential danger in Jazan Province.Authorities have urged residents to follow official instructions and take necessary precautions for their safety.Further details on the nature of the warning and safety measures were not immediately provided.06:58 AM, 25 July 2026Trump says Iran conflict is ‘going extremely well’Trump shifted from jokes to the war in Iran during remarks at the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner on Friday, claiming the US campaign against Tehran was going “extremely well”.“It’s all going extremely well. Don’t believe the fake news,” Trump said while discussing the conflict.Trump said the US had “hit Iran very hard” and claimed Tehran had lost significant naval and air capabilities.“They have very few drones left, despite what you see,” he said, without providing further details.The president also said he believed Iran would like to reach an agreement but suggested Tehran was not yet ready for negotiations.“I don’t think it’s time yet, but I’m willing to listen,” Trump said.06:57 AM, 25 July 2026Netanyahu to visit US next week, Trump says
