{
  "id": 10311530,
  "title": "US-Iran War Live News Updates: Washington refutes Tehran claim that ‘advanced’ drone seized in Hormuz",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/27/us-iran-war-live-news-updates-washington-refutes-tehran-claim-that",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-27T23:05:24.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Indian Express",
    "slug": "the-indian-express",
    "url": "https://indianexpress.com/article/world/us-iran-war-live-news-updates-trump-tehran-strike-drone-seized-in-hormuz-shipping-oil-prices-10896679/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The conflict between the United States and Iran intensified over the weekend, with each side trading harsh words while pursuing diplomatic efforts. Iran maintained its stance on reopening the crucial Strait of Hormuz, whereas the US dismissed Iran's allegations of capturing an advanced US underwater drone as desperate. Additionally, a potential plot against a UK airbase involved in strikes against Iran added a new layer of security to the situation. Amidst the escalating tensions, there were indications of ongoing diplomatic negotiations. US officials firmly refuted Iran's claim of seizing an advanced American underwater vehicle, asserting control over its drone fleet and viewing the Iranian assertion as a desperate move. Meanwhile, an Iranian general displayed a defiant attitude, declaring victory and warning that the Strait of Hormuz would remain closed until US economic pressures ease. President Trump rejected Iran's proposal to reopen the strait within a week, interpreting it as a sign of Tehran's vulnerability. Iran's Foreign Minister stated that Iran would not abandon its demands despite the rejection. Despite the tough public stances, both sides were open to further dialogue, with President Trump hinting at additional talks with Iran this week and a potential new round of indirect negotiations mediated by Qatar possibly starting as early as Monday. Iran's UN delegation, however, indicated no immediate talks, still waiting for a US response to proposals relayed through Doha. A UAE presidential adviser called for a long-term political resolution to the crisis. The US denied losing an underwater drone to Iran in Hormuz, describing the claim as desperate, while Iran insisted the strait would stay closed until US pressure subsides. In the UK, five men were arrested on terrorism and explosives charges related to a possible Iran-linked plot near RAF Fairford. Four Iranian drone and missile specialists were reportedly killed in Yemen during operations against Houthi forces. President Trump expressed anticipation of more talks with Iran this week, including the possibility of Qatar-mediated indirect negotiations as soon as Monday, though Iran's UN delegation denied any scheduled discussions.",
  "summary": null,
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}