Hormuz Heat: Ship Attacks, Mines Feared as Iran Fires Up Intense Strikes

CNN’s live updates depict a broad escalation in the Iran-conflict, with vessels hit near the Strait of Hormuz as Iran talks of its most intense strikes, mines reportedly being laid, and U.S. actions including the destruction of minelayers. Amid rumors about Iran’s new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, his safety was confirmed by the president’s son. The flare‑up threatens global energy markets and reverberates through Beirut, Dubai and other Gulf states as the war widens.