Iran Vows to Escalate Attacks as Trump Hails Progress in War

WATCH: President Donald Trump said the US will provide insurance guarantees and naval escorts to ensure safe passage for oil tankers and other vessels through the Strait of Hormuz. Joumanna Bercetche reports.Source: Bloomberg

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By Dan Williams, Christine Burke, and Kateryna Kadabashy

March 5, 2026 at 6:58 AM UTC

Updated on

March 5, 2026 at 3:12 PM UTC

The US-Israeli war on Iran waged for a sixth day with little sign of easing, as the Islamic Republic vowed to intensify its retaliation and oil extended gains.

Arab states across the Middle East — as well as Israel — reported interceptions of Iranian missiles and drones on Thursday, with Qatar telling residents to remain indoors due to the high level of threat.