Live Coverage of the Iran–U.S.–Israel Conflict / May 05
WANA – Our team is closely monitoring the latest developments regarding the U.S. and Israel’s war against Iran.
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Advisor to Iran’s Supreme Leader Warns U.S. Sailors
WANA (May 05) – The advisor for international affairs to Iran’s Supreme Leader issued a warning message addressed to the sailors of the USS Tripoli, cautioning them about the political motives behind U.S. military missions.
In his statement, he suggested that the sailors are being used as tools in a “cinematic show” aimed at securing Donald Trump’s electoral victory.
He further claimed that a government which previously failed to protect the lives of its soldiers in past conflicts is now sending them into dangerous missions to safeguard its regional interests.
Referring to historical precedents, he urged U.S. sailors to learn from history and warned that any repetition of past conflicts in the region could result in more severe consequences and heightened insecurity in the Persian Gulf.
Pakistan Reports Major Progress in Iran–U.S. Talks
WANA (May 05) – Pakistan’s Foreign Minister announced significant progress in negotiations between Iran and the United States, highlighting Islamabad’s mediating role in the process.
He stated that Pakistan’s primary objective is to help both sides reach a peace agreement—something he described as essential for both the region and the wider world.
Expressing confidence in the negotiations, he noted that efforts to achieve a ceasefire and initiate dialogue have led to positive developments.
He added that the ultimate goal is to resolve the crisis through a mutually beneficial agreement for both parties.
Hegseth: Ceasefire with Iran Remains in Place
WANA (May 05) – Following the incidents in the Strait of Hormuz and the UAE on Tuesday, the U.S. Secretary of Defense stated that the ceasefire between Washington and Tehran remains in effect and unchanged.
Speaking at a joint press conference alongside Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Dan Caine, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth responded to a question about whether recent U.S. operations in the Strait of Hormuz signaled the end of the ceasefire with Iran. He said, “No, the ceasefire has not ended. This is a separate and distinct operation.”
He emphasized that “the ceasefire is currently holding, and we are closely monitoring the situation.”
Hegseth: Ceasefire with Iran Remains in Place
WANA (May 05) – Following the incidents in the Strait of Hormuz and the UAE on Tuesday, the U.S. Secretary of Defense stated that the ceasefire between Washington and Tehran remains in effect and unchanged. Speaking at a joint press conference alongside Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Dan Caine, Defense Secretary […]
Iran Warns Insurers and Shipowners Over Hormuz Transit
WANA (May 05) – A well-informed source has reported that Iran has issued a new warning to international maritime insurance companies, vessel owners, and cargo stakeholders, stressing that any transit through the Strait of Hormuz without prior coordination with Iran could carry serious consequences.
According to the report, the source emphasized that all insurance firms active in the shipping sector, along with other maritime stakeholders, should ensure that the cost of statements and positions taken by U.S. officials is not borne by them.
Iran Warns Insurers and Shipowners Over Hormuz Transit
WANA (May 05) – A well-informed source has reported that Iran has issued a new warning to international maritime insurance companies, vessel owners, and cargo stakeholders, stressing that any transit through the Strait of Hormuz without prior coordination with Iran could carry serious consequences. According to the report, the source emphasized that all insurance […]
Return Amid Crisis: Over 630,000 Enter Iran During Wartime
WANA (May 05) – While typical patterns in global conflicts point to mass outward migration, official data from Iran’s border monitoring systems indicate an unprecedented trend: a surge in inbound travel and a form of “reverse migration” during the days of war.
Brigadier General Saeed Montazer al-Mahdi, spokesperson for Iran’s Law Enforcement Command (FARAJA), stated in a note that more than 630,000 people entered the country in the days following the onset of the third imposed war. The data show that 62% of recorded border crossings were entries, compared to 38% exits—figures that run counter to typical wartime migration patterns.
Return Amid Crisis: Over 630,000 Enter Iran During Wartime
WANA (May 05) – While typical patterns in global conflicts point to mass outward migration, official data from Iran’s border monitoring systems indicate an unprecedented trend: a surge in inbound travel and a form of “reverse migration” during the days of war. Brigadier General Saeed Montazer al-Mahdi, spokesperson for Iran’s Law Enforcement Command (FARAJA), […]
Two U.S. Commercial Vessels Stranded in Rocky Waters of the Strait of Hormuz
WANA (Mar 05) – Two U.S. commercial vessels have become stranded in a rocky section of the southern Strait of Hormuz, near the coast of Oman, and are unable to move forward or turn back.
An informed source said the vessels are trapped in shallow, rock-filled waters in the southern part of the strait—an area known for its challenging geographical conditions and high navigational risk.
Two U.S. Commercial Vessels Stranded in Rocky Waters of the Strait of Hormuz
WANA (Mar 05) – Two U.S. commercial vessels have become stranded in a rocky section of the southern Strait of Hormuz, near the coast of Oman, and are unable to move forward or turn back. An informed source said the vessels are trapped in shallow, rock-filled waters in the southern part of the strait—an […]
Ejei Warns of Strong Response to Threats in the Strait of Hormuz
Gholam-Hossein Mohseni-Ejei, Head of Iran’s Judiciary. Social Media / WANA News Agency
WANA (May 05) – Iran’s judiciary chief said in a social media post that what he described as a “borrowed order” in the Persian Gulf has come to an end, emphasizing firm legal backing for security measures in the region.
Gholamhossein Mohseni Ejei wrote: “The era of a borrowed order in the waters of the Persian Gulf is over.”
He added that legal support for establishing a “new order” in the region is a definite and unquestionable mission.
Ejei also warned against any actions threatening security in the Strait of Hormuz, stating: “Any act that disrupts security in the Strait of Hormuz will face a firm barrier and a strong field response from Iran’s forces.”
He concluded by stressing that legal support for those safeguarding the country’s territorial waters would be unconditional, comprehensive, and decisive.
Iran: Supporters of U.S. Actions Considered Legally Complicit
WANA (May 05) – Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson warned that countries backing U.S. military actions could be regarded as legally complicit, while also accusing Washington of putting its regional allies at risk.
Esmaeil Baghaei said in an interview that Iran holds no hostility toward countries in the region, stressing that its recent actions were carried out in self-defense against what he described as U.S. and Israeli attacks.
Iran: Supporters of U.S. Actions Considered Legally Complicit
WANA (May 05) – Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson warned that countries backing U.S. military actions could be regarded as legally complicit, while also accusing Washington of putting its regional allies at risk. Esmaeil Baghaei said in an interview that Iran holds no hostility toward countries in the region, stressing that its recent actions were […]
Spain: We Will Not Participate in Any Military Action Against Iran
WANA (May 05) – Spain’s Foreign Minister, José Manuel Albares, has stated that Madrid will not take part in any military action against Iran and emphasized that diplomatic solutions remain the only viable path.
Albares noted that the Spanish government and the Vatican share a common view on resolving crises without resorting to war. He said he also discussed the situation of Christians in the Middle East and an attack on a nun during his meeting with the Pope.
Spain: We Will Not Participate in Any Military Action Against Iran
WANA (May 05) – Spain’s Foreign Minister, José Manuel Albares, has stated that Madrid will not take part in any military action against Iran and emphasized that diplomatic solutions remain the only viable path. Albares noted that the Spanish government and the Vatican share a common view on resolving crises without resorting to war. […]
Strait of Hormuz Becomes a Core Iranian Strategic Asset
WANA (May 05) – Recent developments over the past two months indicate that the Strait of Hormuz has increasingly become a critical and non-negotiable element in the Islamic Republic of Iran’s strategic doctrine—positioning it alongside the country’s missile and nuclear capabilities.
Since the early days of the conflict and the closure of this vital waterway, Tehran has made it clear that the status of the Strait of Hormuz will not return to its pre-war conditions. Following the failure of various strategies—including regime-change efforts and attempts to undermine Iran’s missile capabilities—the reopening of this strategic passage has become one of the United States’ primary objectives in the conflict.
Strait of Hormuz Becomes a Core Iranian Strategic Asset
WANA (May 05) – Recent developments over the past two months indicate that the Strait of Hormuz has increasingly become a critical and non-negotiable element in the Islamic Republic of Iran’s strategic doctrine—positioning it alongside the country’s missile and nuclear capabilities. Since the early days of the conflict and the closure of this vital […]
Ghalibaf: A New Equation in the Strait of Hormuz Is Taking Shape
Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf speaks during a press conference in Tehran, Iran December 2, 2025 / WANA (West Asia News Agency)
WANA (May 05) – Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, Speaker of Iran’s Parliament, said in a post on his account on the social media platform X that a “new equation” in the Strait of Hormuz is in the process of being established, stressing that the continuation of the current situation will be unbearable for the United States.
In his message, he wrote: “A new equation in the Strait of Hormuz is taking shape. The security of shipping and energy transit has been endangered by the United States and its allies through violations of the ceasefire and the imposition of a blockade; however, their harm will be reduced.”
Ghalibaf added: “We are well aware that the continuation of the current situation is intolerable for the United States, while we have not even begun yet.”
Military Source Rejects U.S. Claim on Iranian Boats
WANA (May 05) – An Iranian military source has dismissed the United States’ claim that it targeted Iranian speedboats, describing the statement as inaccurate. According to the source, none of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) naval vessels were hit in the incident.
The source stated that investigations based on local reports indicate U.S. forces fired on two small civilian boats carrying goods. These boats were reportedly traveling from Khasab, on Oman’s coast, toward Iran.
Military Source Rejects U.S. Claim on Iranian Boats
WANA (May 05) – An Iranian military source has dismissed the United States’ claim that it targeted Iranian speedboats, describing the statement as inaccurate. According to the source, none of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) naval vessels were hit in the incident. The source stated that investigations based on local reports indicate U.S. […]
Araghchi: U.S. “Freedom Project” in the Strait of Hormuz is a dead-end initiative
WANA (May 05) – Iran’s Foreign Minister has described the United States’ so-called “Freedom Project” in the Strait of Hormuz as a “dead-end project,” saying that developments in the strategic waterway clearly demonstrate that a political crisis cannot be solved by military means.
Seyed Abbas Araghchi, Iran’s Foreign Minister, speaking early Tuesday (May 5), one day after Donald Trump unveiled his initiative titled the “Freedom Project” concerning the Strait of Hormuz, said that recent developments in the area show that political crises do not have military solutions.
Araghchi: U.S. “Freedom Project” in the Strait of Hormuz Is a Dead-End Initiative
WANA (May 05) – Iran’s Foreign Minister has described the United States’ so-called “Freedom Project” in the Strait of Hormuz as a “dead-end project,” saying that developments in the strategic waterway clearly demonstrate that a political crisis cannot be solved by military means. Seyed Abbas Araghchi, Iran’s Foreign Minister, speaking early Tuesday (May 5), […]
This is a developing story and will be updated as new information becomes available.
