American strikes targeted an Iranian army barracks in Sistan and Baluchestan province, killing at least seven soldiers and injuring several others, according to Iranian officials.

Iranian authorities said more than 260 people were wounded across the country in the latest wave of US attacks, highlighting the growing human toll of the conflict.

Iran's Revolutionary Guard warned that if its oil exports are blocked, energy shipments from the entire Middle East could be disrupted, raising fears of a global energy crisis.

The Strait of Hormuz, through which nearly one-fifth of the world's oil and natural gas trade passes, has become the focal point of escalating military tensions.

Bahrain, Kuwait and Jordan reported missile alerts or interceptions as Iran launched fresh attacks, underscoring the widening regional impact of the conflict.

US Central Command said its forces struck dozens of targets over seven hours, while officials accused Iran of launching missiles and drones at neighbouring Gulf nations.

US President Donald Trump abandoned his proposal to charge ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz after Gulf allies reportedly offered increased investment in the United States instead.

Global oil prices climbed as renewed fighting and uncertainty over shipping through the Strait of Hormuz raised concerns about disruptions to international energy supplies.

Regional mediators continue efforts to revive US-Iran negotiations as the interim agreement over the Strait of Hormuz faces collapse amid escalating military action.