Monday 17 August 2026 07:30 UTC
Three More Vessels Struck as US-Iran Deadline Expires
In the 24 hours ending 17 August at 07:30 UTC, three more vessels were struck while crossing the Strait of Hormuz. Two were in Omani waters. No injuries occurred, and all three vessels continued their journeys.
The US-Iran ceasefire deadline expired after 60 days. Iran’s army chief, Amir Hatami, offered $30,000 for capturing or killing any American soldier.
Donald Trump, the US president, ordered fewer joint military exercises with South Korea. He cited his strong relationship with Kim Jong Un, the North Korean leader.
Ukrainian drones struck the Kamenskiy Kombinat plant in Russia and started a fire. The plant produces solid fuel for Russian rockets and missiles.
Ukraine also launched another major drone attack against Moscow, southern Russia and Russian-occupied Crimea. Several logistics sites around Moscow were hit.
Five teenagers died and four others were injured in Ireland. Their car drove against traffic on a motorway.
Hayden Panettiere, an American actress known for Heroes and Nashville, died aged 36.