Live Coverage of the Iran–U.S.–Israel Conflict / May 09
WANA – Our team is closely monitoring the latest developments regarding the U.S. and Israel’s war against Iran.
This report is being updated …
CENTCOM: Naval blockade against Iran continues
WANA (May 09) – The U.S. Central Command announced on Saturday that the naval blockade against Iran is continuing in full force.
In a follow-up statement, CENTCOM said that since April 13, 58 vessels have been redirected to alternative routes, while four ships have been attacked and disabled.
Azizi Warns of Closing Strait of Hormuz Forever
Ebrahim Azizi, The head of the National Security and Foreign Policy Commission of the Islamic Consultative Assembly. Social media/ WANA News Agency
WANA (May 09) – Ebrahim Azizi, Chairman of the Iranian Parliament’s National Security Commission, posted on X:
“Governments like the ‘micro-state’ of Bahrain, which are aligning with the American resolution, are warned of the serious consequences of this action. Do not close the gates of the Strait of Hormuz to yourselves forever.”
Ulyanov to the U.S.: Threatening Iran Will Not Work
WANA (May 09) – Mikhail Ulyanov, Russia’s permanent representative to the international organizations in Vienna, reacted to Donald Trump’s recent threatening remarks against Iran, stressing that Washington still fails to understand that “blackmail and intimidation” do not work against Iran.
In a post on X, Ulyanov wrote: “The United States still does not understand that blackmail and intimidation do not work with the Iranian people.”
Ulyanov to the U.S.: Threatening Iran Will Not Work
WANA (May 09) – Mikhail Ulyanov, Russia’s permanent representative to the international organizations in Vienna, reacted to Donald Trump’s recent threatening remarks against Iran, stressing that Washington still fails to understand that “blackmail and intimidation” do not work against Iran. In a post on X, Ulyanov wrote: “The United States still does not understand […]
U.S.-Iran Negotiations Likely to Resume Next Week
WANA (May 09) – The Wall Street Journal has claimed that negotiations between the United States and Iran may resume soon, potentially as early as next week, in the Pakistani capital of Islamabad.
The Wall Street Journal cited informed sources claiming that both the Islamic Republic of Iran and the United States, with the assistance of mediators, are working to finalize a 14-point memorandum of understanding. This document would define the framework and parameters for a month of negotiations aimed at ending the war.
The newspaper further claimed that the draft memorandum includes discussions on Iran’s nuclear program, the de-escalation of tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, and the possibility of transferring Iran’s highly enriched uranium stockpiles abroad. However, sources emphasized that key issues remain unresolved and could still potentially derail the negotiations.
EU Lawmaker Labels Attack on Iranian Girls’ School a Planned War Crime
WANA (May 09) – Milan Uhrík, a Slovak Member of the European Parliament, joined a memorial gathering outside the Iranian Embassy in Brussels to strongly condemn the attack on a girls’ primary school in Minab, describing the incident as a clear instance of a premeditated war crime.
The gathering included approximately 50 civil activists and protesters carrying placards with messages such as “The Angels of Minab — Children Who Never Returned Home from School” and “Europe Mourns with Iran,” while calling for an end to the killing of children.
EU Lawmaker Labels Attack on Iranian Girls’ School a Planned War Crime
WANA (May 09) – Milan Uhrík, a Slovak Member of the European Parliament, joined a memorial gathering outside the Iranian Embassy in Brussels to strongly condemn the attack on a girls’ primary school in Minab, describing the incident as a clear instance of a premeditated war crime. The gathering included approximately 50 civil activists […]
Iranian Ambassador to Riyadh: Saudi Arabia Remains Committed to De-escalation
WANA (May 09) – Alireza Enayati, the Iranian Ambassador to Riyadh, stated in a social media post that the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia remains committed to supporting de-escalation, preventing further tension, and backing negotiations and related efforts.
On Friday, the Ambassador added that caution should be exercised regarding reports attributed to anonymous sources—some claiming to be Saudi—that contradict this stance.
These remarks followed a confirmation from a Saudi official that the Kingdom had not authorized the use of its airspace for U.S.-led offensive military operations against the Islamic Republic of Iran.
Iranian Ambassador to Riyadh: Saudi Arabia Remains Committed to De-escalation
WANA (May 09) – Alireza Enayati, the Iranian Ambassador to Riyadh, stated in a social media post that the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia remains committed to supporting de-escalation, preventing further tension, and backing negotiations and related efforts. On Friday, the Ambassador added that caution should be exercised regarding reports attributed to anonymous sources—some claiming […]
Trump Threatens Transition to “Liberty Plus” Maritime Operation if Iran Negotiations Fail
WANA (May 09) – The U.S. President stated early Saturday morning that his administration anticipates receiving a response from Iran concerning a proposed plan to end hostilities by the end of the day.
While speaking with reporters at the White House before boarding his helicopter, the President indicated that a letter would likely be received tonight. When asked if Tehran was intentionally slowing the pace of negotiations, he declined to give a definitive answer, noting that the situation would become clear shortly.
These remarks follow a statement from the U.S. Secretary of State, who mentioned that Washington had expected a response by Friday regarding the plan to conclude the conflict.
Trump Threatens Transition to “Liberty Plus” Maritime Operation if Iran Negotiations Fail
WANA (May 09) – The U.S. President stated early Saturday morning that his administration anticipates receiving a response from Iran concerning a proposed plan to end hostilities by the end of the day. While speaking with reporters at the White House before boarding his helicopter, the President indicated that a letter would likely be […]
US Sanctions Targets Supporting Iran’s Drone Production
WANA (May 09) – The U.S. Department of the Treasury added the names of 3 individuals and 9 companies to the list of sanctions imposed against Iran on Saturday morning (Tehran time) under the pretext of weapons non-proliferation.
The three sanctioned individuals are nationals of Iran, China, and Belarus. All the sanctioned companies are also based in Belarus and China.
The U.S. stated that these individuals and companies assisted Iran’s weapons sector and engaged in the procurement of raw materials for the production of “Shahed” drones.
US Sanctions Targets Supporting Iran’s Drone Production
WANA (May 09) – The U.S. Department of the Treasury added the names of 3 individuals and 9 companies to the list of sanctions imposed against Iran on Saturday morning (Tehran time) under the pretext of weapons non-proliferation. The three sanctioned individuals are nationals of Iran, China, and Belarus. All the sanctioned companies are […]
This is a developing story and will be updated as new information becomes available.
