The United States intensified its military campaign against Iran while both sides continued signaling a willingness to pursue diplomacy despite escalating attacks.

Oil prices rise as the US renews a blockade on Iranian ports and carries out a wave of air strikes.

The U.S. has resumed striking Iran during daylight — a move that further signaled the increasing tempo in attacks.

United States forces intensified strikes targeting Iran early Thursday. Iran retaliated with missile and drone fire targeting Bahrain, Jordan, and Kuwait. The United States also…