US-Iran War Live News Updates: All Iranian airlines to be shut down worldwide on Sept 23: US official Bessent

On September 23, all Iranian airlines are set to be grounded globally, according to a US official named Bessent. In Yemen, government forces have reportedly targeted Houthi positions and supply lines in two regions near the Bab al-Mandeb strait and in al-Bayda governorate. The Iranian military continues to prepare for potential conflict, with its army chief stating forces are ready for any renewed attack from the US or Israel, while the Revolutionary Guards warn they are positioned for a forceful response.

Turkish Airlines has suspended flights to Iran until March 2027, while the US has denied visas to Iranian UN delegates and proposed a $5 billion plan to rebuild Gulf energy sites. The Strait of Hormuz remains a tense area, with the UK maritime agency maintaining a 'severe' threat level following a tanker attack that injured two crew members. Additionally, Israeli strikes on Gaza have resulted in the deaths of three Palestinians.