US Airstrikes on Iran: Once again the tension in West Asia has reached a dangerous point. The crisis over the ceasefire signed between America and Iran last month has deepened. On Tuesday, America started new military attacks against Iran, and also canceled important exemptions given for the international sale of Iranian oil. This action has been taken after the attacks on three commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz.

The US Military Command (CENTCOM) has accused Iran of violating the ceasefire and endangering regional security. At the same time, Iran has given a strong reaction calling the American action a violation of the ceasefire agreement.

US Central Command forces have begun launching a series of powerful strikes against Iran to impose heavy costs for targeting and attacking commercial shipping crewed by innocent civilians in an international waterway. The US strikes are in response to Iranian attacks on three…

— US Central Command (@CENTCOM) July 7, 2026

American attack on Iran’s military bases

According to the US Military Command (CENTCOM), the army targeted Iran’s air defense systems, coastal surveillance centers, missile systems and drone launch sites. Iranian media has confirmed several explosions in Serik, Qeshm Island and Bandar Abbas.

The exemption to sell oil also ends

America has also withdrawn the permission given in June, under which Iran could sell crude oil and petrochemical products in the international market. Now Iran will have to stop all such deals by July 17. After this decision, the prices of crude oil across the world increased by more than three percent.

Tension increased due to attacks on ships

Qatar has alleged that three merchant ships including its LNG tanker Al Reqaiyat have been attacked. The drone attack caused a fire in the engine room of the tanker, although all the crew are safe. A Saudi oil tanker was also damaged near Oman. Iran says that it did not carry out any attack and is following the agreement.

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Iran’s warning

Iran has expressed strong displeasure over this action of America. Iran’s Foreign Ministry said that America has violated the ceasefire agreement and if the situation remains like this, Iran will take every necessary step to protect its interests and security. US President Donald Trump said in clear words that either Iran makes an agreement, otherwise America will “complete its job.” In response, Iran also bluntly said that as long as America continues to threaten, talks on a permanent agreement will not move forward.

‘Trying to teach Iran a lesson’

According to CNN’s report, America’s current attacks are not just a retaliatory action, but their purpose is also to punish Iran severely. An American official said that this campaign will not last for a few hours, but if necessary, it can last for several days. The report said that America believes that Iran will have to pay a heavy price for the recent incidents. This is the reason why the military action this time may be bigger and more comprehensive than before.

Fear of Iran’s counterattack

According to CNN report, American officials fear that in the coming hours or days, Iran may target American military bases or American interests in the Gulf region. However, there has been no official confirmation of any retaliatory attack from Iran yet. This is only the assessment of US officials and the situation is constantly changing.

Trump gave approval during NATO conference

According to the report of American news website Axios, President Donald Trump approved retaliatory military action against Iran during the ongoing NATO summit in Turkey. The report said that Trump took this decision after a meeting with Foreign Minister Marco Rubio, Defense Minister Pete Hegseth and Finance Minister Scott Besant. American officials said that at present the impact of the first phase of attacks will be assessed. After that it will be decided whether further military action should be increased or not.

After the first round of talks held in Switzerland, initial consensus has been reached between America and Iran on many issues. In this, the 60 days exemption given to Iran for selling oil is the most special. This is very important from the global energy market as well as India’s point of view. India used to buy large quantities of oil from Iran for its needs. However, it decreased after American sanctions. India is also expected to benefit from exemption in oil exports to Iran.

Tehran has got this exemption under the 60-day agreement (MoU) between America and Iran. In return, Iran has promised not to affect the movement of ships through the Strait of Hormuz. Iran will get this relief for 60 days. That means, he can sell crude oil and petroleum products till 21st August. This decision came when just a few hours ago US Vice President JD Vance had said that ‘very good progress’ has been made in the ongoing talks in Switzerland.

What license is issued by the Treasury Department?

The Treasury Department has issued ‘Iran General License X’. Under this, permission has been given for production, delivery and sale of crude oil, petrochemical products and other petroleum products originating from Iran till August 21. According to the license, all those essential transactions related to the production, sale, delivery or unloading of crude oil, petrochemical products and petroleum products of Iranian origin, which were earlier under the ambit of sanctions, will now remain valid till August 21.

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Why is this exemption important for India?

India imports about 85 percent of its crude oil needs. The exemption given to Iran in oil sales is also important for India. Due to the US-Iran war, oil supply was disrupted across the world, India was also affected by this. Now India is also expected to get a big benefit from the 60 days relaxation given by America to Tehran. Before America imposed sanctions on Iran, India was a big buyer of Iran’s oil. After Donald Trump became President in 2019, America had imposed sanctions on Iran, after which India reduced oil purchases from Tehran. After the Ukraine war, India has emerged as a major buyer of Russian crude oil.

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Pakistan PM Shahbaz Sharif has given a big statement regarding the war that has been going on between Iran and America for more than two months. He said on Saturday that after more than three months of war, America and Iran have agreed on a framework for a peace agreement. It is expected that the preliminary agreement will be signed within 24 hours.

Pakistan is preparing for electronic signature in the role of mediation. Only after this there will be technical level talks in the coming weeks. America and Iran had signaled on Friday that an agreement to end their war is very close. A senior US official said that both sides have agreed on a draft. Washington hopes that a preliminary agreement will be signed in the coming days. In such a situation, we are telling you what is included in the agreement between these two parties?

What came out of the agreement between both the parties?

Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi informed on Friday that changes in the agreement are still possible. But the temporary agreement that has been reached shows that their country has emerged stronger from this conflict. He told that Iran is the winner.

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Sources from all parties involved in the talks said that in the proposed agreement, an agreement can be reached on reopening the Strait of Hormuz. There has been talk of lifting the US Navy blockade on Iranian ports. Talks on Iran’s nuclear program will take place after this. A US official told Reuters on condition of anonymity that the agreement fulfills Trump’s main goals. Brings the conversation into great shape.

In exchange for Iran opening the Strait of Hormuz, the US will start releasing Iran’s frozen assets worth billions of dollars. Will remove restrictions on its oil exports. Iran’s nuclear program will be discussed during 60 days of talks. With this agreement, Iran’s nuclear program will finally end. Its stockpile of highly enriched uranium will be destroyed and removed.

Sources said the proposals discussed possible war damages for Tehran. This also includes abandoning the US’s long-standing demands to set limits on Iran’s missile program.

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