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The US Secretary of State says that US forces will now only operate defensively to enforce a naval blockade of Iran, which in turn has denied attacking the United Arab Emirates this week. DW has more.

Marco Rubio says major US operations against Iran have ended, but tensions remain as Washington presses Iran on its nuclear programme and the Strait of Hormuz.

The US and Gulf allies propose a UN Security Council resolution warning Iran of sanctions over Strait of Hormuz attacks, tolls and mines, urging a humanitarian corridor.

Donald Trump renews criticism of Pope Leo XIV on Iran and immigration as Secretary of State Marco Rubio plans a Vatican visit to ease tensions.