Dozens of U.S. fuelers have arrived in Israel as U.S. forces bolster the Middle East presence while the administration weighs next steps.

Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen have declared a maritime blockade on Saudi shipping, heightening the risk of broader regional conflict and potential disruption to global oil flows through the Bab al-Mandeb chokepoint.

Regional reactions include Kuwait intercepting missiles and drones and Jordan shooting down missiles launched from Iranian territory, with Washington not backing a proposed 10-day ceasefire.

A dignified transfer is planned for four U.S. service members killed in the conflict, to take place at Dover Air Force Base on Wednesday, following earlier reports of three U.S. service members killed and unidentified remains in Jordan.

Since July 7, nearly 100 U.S. service members have sustained injuries, most minor concussions, amid ongoing strikes on Iran and related operations.

The U.S. has conducted a 10th night of strikes against Iran, targeting command centers and maritime capabilities, in retaliation for Tehran's role in the deaths of three U.S. service members.

In the Strait of Hormuz, a vessel struck reportedly abandoned ship and sought refuge in a lifeboat, with UKMTO confirming the incident and noting no environmental impact.