As fighting escalates between both sides, Iran's interior minister travelled to Pakistan, a key mediator in the conflict, for talks.

Intensifying fighting between the United States and Iran has largely halted traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, driving the price of Brent crude to $90 a barrel.

Washington says main objective is ensuring oil and gas can flow through Strait of Hormuz, as crude prices surge

Tanker in Strait of Hormuz struck by projectile, forcing its crew to abandon ship

Iran has attacked a tanker in the Strait of Hormuz, forcing its crew to abandon the ship