Urban Warfare Institute executive director and retired Maj. John Spencer assesses the current state of U.S. operations against Iran on Jesse Watters Primetime.

FFox News2026-09-04 10:15

Renewed hostilities between the United States and Iran have revived concerns about disrupted oil supplies. Oil prices are headed for a 7.6% weekly increase, their sharpest rise since mid-July, as the war enters its seventh month. The Strait of Hormuz, carrying 25% of global oil supplies, has remained blocked since the conflict began.

FFrance 24 English2026-09-04 09:56

Friday footage showed vessels near the Strait of Hormuz; following U.S. strikes two days earlier, the Persian Gulf and the port city of Bandar Abbas looked tranquil.

TThe Associated Press2026-09-04 09:30

Four people were mourned at a Thursday funeral in southern Iran attended by hundreds. Iran's state media reported that a strike on a wedding ceremony killed them.

TThe Associated Press2026-09-04 07:30

Iran continues to strike US military targets in the region while Washington investigates a deadly attack on a wedding. Oil prices spiked again this week as renewed fighting coincided with Iran maintaining its grip over the strategic Strait of Hormuz, which handles roughly 20% of global oil shipments.

Eeuronews2026-09-04 07:12

Vice President JD Vance played down the scale of the conflict involving Iran, saying he would not call it a war because major combat operations ended several weeks ago, despite a recent intensification of military strikes in the region.

BBloomberg Television2026-09-04 06:56

Vice President JD Vance played down the scope of the Iran conflict, saying he would not call it a war because major combat operations ended several weeks ago, despite recent military strikes.

BBloomberg Television2026-09-04 06:54

Oil is heading for its biggest weekly gain since July and nearing $96 a barrel as risks around the Strait of Hormuz keep prices elevated. The yen surges ahead of the BOJ’s rate decision, while the dollar weakens. U.S. stocks and bonds rally as markets reassess monetary policy after Christopher Waller signals openness to holding rates if inflation improves.

BBloomberg Television2026-09-04 06:47

A new flare-up of tit-for-tat attacks between the US and Iran has put the Strait of Hormuz back in focus, sending gas, oil and other commodity prices higher this week. As talks stall and Europe approaches the end of summer, falling gas storage levels are adding to a global struggle for supply and raising the prospect of higher winter prices for governments and consumers.

BBloomberg Television2026-09-04 06:32

ABC News’ Perry Russom interviewed Democratic Virginia Rep. James Walkinshaw about the Pentagon extending its deployment in the Middle East and the Trump administration’s handling of the Iran war.

AABC News2026-09-04 03:11

The Lindsay Clancy murder trial jury entered its sixth day of deliberations, while the defense asked the judge to remove a juror it says refused to follow instructions. As the war in Iran reaches its seventh month and attacks escalate, Vice President JD Vance said he “wouldn’t call it a war” and addressed whether it would end before the midterms.

AABC News2026-09-04 02:00

US Vice President JD Vance says the escalating conflict with Iran does not amount to a “war”, despite recent US retaliatory strikes and reports of civilian deaths. He says Washington is investigating Iran’s claim that a US strike hit a wedding party, while expressing doubt about Iranian state-media reports. The White House says talks remain possible if Tehran stops attacks on commercial shipping in the region.

AAl Jazeera English2026-09-04 01:48

The conflict with Iran is escalating rapidly after strikes hit multiple US bases in the Middle East. Tehran has warned Americans to stockpile gas and prepare for “dark months ahead,” as energy markets brace for severe disruption. The report also examines rising gas prices, fallout from depleted US weapons stockpiles and conflicting messages from the Trump administration.

CCNN2026-09-04 01:30

Vice President Vance briefs reporters and defends the administration’s handling of the war with Iran. Rep. Rob Wittman responds to President Trump’s plan to campaign for Republicans before the midterms. In the Lindsay Clancy trial, the lead defense attorney seeks removal of a juror as the judge orders deliberations to continue.

NNBC News2026-09-04 01:18

With the US midterm elections approaching and oil prices near $97 a barrel, Quincy Institute analyst Trita Parsi said Washington is overstating its success in stabilising shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, while acknowledging that US escorts are helping more vessels pass. He warned that Iran may try to provoke conflict before the midterms.

AAl Jazeera English2026-09-04 00:45

Vice President Vance said the ongoing conflict with Iran should not be called a war, pointing out that major combat operations ended months ago.

NNBC News2026-09-04 00:36

Retired U.S. Marine Corps Col. Mike Jernigan says Iran is running short of weapons and allies. He discusses U.S. strikes on targets in Iran, economic pressure and cyber defense protocols.

FFox News2026-09-04 00:15

JD Vance says he would not describe the situation involving Iran as a war. The program also covers voters’ cost-of-living concerns and a call from Ukraine’s presidential sanctions policy commissioner for Congress to pass a broad Russia sanctions bill immediately.

BBloomberg Television2026-09-03 23:41

Vice President JD Vance said he is “extremely skeptical” of Iran’s claim that a US attack struck a wedding party, during a White House press briefing.

FFox News2026-09-03 23:30

US Vice-President JD Vance says authorities are investigating a deadly strike on a wedding in southern Iran, but he is “sceptical” of claims that the US was involved. Iran’s Revolutionary Guard chief has vowed to “avenge” those killed in the Kuhestak blast. Questions are also being raised about Pete Hegseth’s Pentagon leadership as military leaders are removed or forced out, while oil prices rise again as the US and Iran return to action.

BBBC News2026-09-03 22:45

Journalist and media studies researcher Kourosh Ziabari analyzes the latest developments in the US-Iran War. The report says Vice President Vance ruled out talks with Iran until attacks on shipping stop.

TTRT World2026-09-03 22:37

Vice President JD Vance said at a White House briefing Thursday that the continuing conflict between the United States and Iran should not be called a war. His remarks came two days after the U.S. concluded its latest round of strikes.

TThe Associated Press2026-09-03 22:37

Funerals have been held in southern Iran for four people, including four-year-old Amir, who were killed when US strikes hit a home hosting a wedding celebration near Sirik. The US military says it targeted military infrastructure, including a nearby telecommunications tower, while survivors report multiple explosions hitting the house and surrounding area.

AAl Jazeera English2026-09-03 22:10

The latest escalation between the United States and Iran has involved a series of missile strikes that also caught civilians in the fighting. Al Jazeera speaks with Tehran professor Mostafa Khoshcheshm about Iran’s response, the strategic calculations behind the conflict and the reported civilian toll, including an Iranian claim that a US strike hit a wedding gathering in southern Iran and killed several people.

AAl Jazeera English2026-09-03 22:09