Iran fires missiles, Khamenei threatens to sink US warship as nuclear talks start
Tensions explode with live-fire drills during high-stakes negotiations.
Deep Dive
As the US and Iran began new nuclear talks, Iran fired live missiles toward the Strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway for global oil. Iran's leader warned a nearby US warship could be sunk. This show of force during diplomacy raises fears that a miscalculation could spark a major conflict, threatening oil supplies and regional stability at a volatile moment.
Why It Matters
A confrontation here could disrupt global oil prices and risk a wider war.