The US has conducted new strikes on Iran, following a drone attack on a Panama-flagged vessel in the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday.

US Central Command (Centcom) said it hit multiple targets across Iran in direct response to “continued aggression” against commercial shipping.

In retaliation, Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said it has launched missiles and drones at US infrastructure in Kuwait and Bahrain, in a statement shared to state media.

It warned that violating the ceasefire is against the agreement signed between the two nations and “will lead to a complete halt to the process”.

Centcom said in a statement, “Iran was given a chance to honor the ceasefire agreement but elected not to when its forces launched a one-way attack drone that hit MT Kiku,” a Panama-flagged tanker.

In response, it said it had hit military equipment, communication systems, air defense sites and drone storage facilities.

In the IRGC’s statement, it said the US had attacked five coastal posts in Iran under what it called “the pretext of the IRGC Navy confronting the offending ship”.

It said that under the Memorandum of Understanding signed earlier this month, Iran has arrangements for controlling passage and navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, and from now on, violating ships will be dealt with more forcefully than in the past.

“Any potential enemy aggression, under any pretext, even if the aggressions are against minor targets, as happened last night and tonight, will have a crushing response,” read the statement.

Shortly after the latest strikes were announced, the US president took to Truth Social, where he said was it was “very possible” that Tehran would “never learn”.

“There may come a point when we are no longer able to be reasonable, and will be forced to militarily complete the job that we very successfully started,” he wrote on Saturday evening.

The post went on: “If that happens, the Islamic Republic of Iran will no longer exist!”

In the hours following the US strikes, Kuwait and Bahrain both reported that their air defence systems had been activated.

“Kuwaiti air defenses are currently confronting hostile missile and drone attacks,” the Kuwaiti Armed Forces said in a statement shared to X, asking the public to adhere to security instructions.

Bahrain’s Ministry of Interior has urged citizens to “remain calm and head to the nearest safe place”.

Centcom has said that commercial vessels are continuing to operate in the Strait of Hormuz.

The latest strikes come less than a day after the US launched retaliatory strikes on Iran that it said were in response to a drone attack on Singapore-flagged cargo ship, MV Ever Lovely, on 25 June.

Centcom described the American strikes as “a powerful response” to the attack on the cargo ship, adding that the “unwarranted aggression against commercial shipping by Iranian forces clearly violated the ceasefire”.

Tehran said the cargo ship was attacked because it was using an unauthorised route to transit through the Gulf waterway, and said that the retaliatory strikes qualified as a ceasefire violation by the US.

In a statement released on Saturday morning, Iran’s foreign ministry said it had carried out more strikes against targets linked to American forces in response, and blamed the “treaty-breaking US regime” for the situation.

The US and Iran agreed on 17 June to end hostilities under a 14-point memorandum of understanding, which had also called for Iran to use its “best efforts for the safe passage of commercial vessels with no charge for 60 days”.

The Strait of Hormuz is a key waterway for oil and gas shipments, and was effectively closed by Tehran after the US and Israel launched attacks on Iran at the end of February.

The shutdown of the critical channel caused a spike in global oil prices and prevented shipments of other crucial commodities such as fertiliser.

The Wheatsheaf Inn, on East Side in Hutton Rudby, currently holds a 4.4-star rating on TripAdvisor and is listed as one of the top-rated restaurants in the area.

The pub describes itself as a place for “catching up with friends”, “enjoying well-reviewed” food and using its beer garden, while also highlighting its digital jukebox, pool table, and two dart boards.

That gives The Wheatsheaf a more old-fashioned village pub feel than some modern dining-led venues.

The Wheatsheaf Inn, on East Side in Hutton Rudby (Image: CAMRA)

For many visitors, the appeal is not just the food, but the sense of being a “proper local”.

Reviewers regularly praise the pub’s friendly staff, generous portions and traditional British food.

One recent visitor said they came across the pub “by accident” and were glad they did, describing the food as “absolutely delicious” and the staff as “nice and friendly”.

Another called it a “lovely village pub”, praising its clean, welcoming feel, friendly staff and “amazing” food menu.

Sunday lunch is one of the most frequently mentioned reasons people visit.

One reviewer described the pub as serving an “old-fashioned Sunday lunch” with large portions, quality meats, simple but tasty desserts and a fine range of beers.

Another said it had been recommended as one of the best places in the area for Sunday lunch, adding that the food was “lovely”, “reasonably priced” and “served in a great atmosphere”.

The pub’s Christmas Fayre meals have also attracted praise.

One customer said a large party enjoyed a “fabulous evening from start to finish”, with excellent service, hot food served swiftly and generous portions of well-cooked seasonal vegetables.

Another reviewer described a Christmas Fayre meal as “superb”, “very well priced” and worthy of five stars.

The Wheatsheaf’s menu is built around hearty pub classics.

Its own menu includes Saturday breakfasts, Sunday roast dinners, steaks, fish and chips, parmos and other familiar favourites.

The Sunday roast offers beef, pork, turkey or lamb with Yorkshire pudding, mash, roasties and vegetables, while the Saturday Big Breakfast includes bacon, sausage, egg, mushrooms, tomato, black pudding, beans, toast and a drink.

Fish and chips have also been singled out by visitors, with one reviewer praising the batter as “lovely, golden and crispy”.

Another visitor said the steaks were cooked as requested, the chips were hot and plentiful, and the desserts were “gorgeous”.

The dog-friendly policy is another useful draw in a village surrounded by countryside walks.

Hutton Rudby sits near the River Leven and close to walking routes around the Cleveland Hills, making The Wheatsheaf a convenient stop for residents, day-trippers and visitors exploring the area.

England progressed to the last-32 of the World Cup with a 2-0 win over Panama on Saturday night thanks to Jude Bellingham’s heroics at the New York/New Jersey Stadium

Thomas Tuchel’s nationality found itself in the spotlight just minutes after England secured its place in the World Cup knockout stages.

The Three Lions beat Panama 2-0 at the New York/New Jersey Stadium thanks to a spectacular performance from Jude Bellingham. The 22-year-old Real Madrid midfielder scored before setting up Harry Kane to ensure England finished top of Group L.

It was a much-welcomed two goals after three goalless halves of football in the World Cup. But like England, Germany has also progressed to the last-32 of the tournament.

With wins over Curacao and Ivory Coast, Germany had already qualified for the knockout stages. But a defeat against Ecuador in its final game would have ended things on a slightly sour note.

In his post-match press conference, Tuchel was asked about his loyalties to home country, Germany.

“I follow the German team, of course, but my focus and my heart beats for the England national team in this World Cup, so that’s where my focus is.

“They have a top coach and a top team. They find solutions for themselves.”

Naturally, Tuchel’s nationality was grilled when he first got the job. But the 52-year-old played down that it had any real impact.

“The biggest con is I don’t have an English passport but that’s maybe it,” Tuchel said. “That was clear from the beginning, I love to be the England coach and I was never shy about that.

“I have huge affection for the country and for the people in the country and the way they approach football and sports in general.”

Tuchel previously managed in England, guiding Chelsea to Champions League glory in 2021. When taking the England job he said reuniting with English players was a huge factor.

“I fell in love with the country and the Premier League,” he explained.

“That was a dream, to work there.

“Now to have the chance to work with these kind of players is an amazing opportunity and I am very grateful for it. “No one wants it more than me.”

Tuchel also disussed his team’s opponent, Panama, sharing similarities in how their low block frustrated his England side like Ghana.

“Not bad,” he said when assessing his own team’s peformance. “We saw a team who didn’t allow any chances in the first two matches. They conceded a 95th-minute counter attack against Ghana.

“They conceded from a half chance against Croatia with two shots on target. There is no problem if these matches feel tight and tough, it will help us in the next match.”

Residents living close to Prospect House say the issue has gone on for years, with concerns ranging from blocked sunlight to large branches falling into gardens.

The comments come after a resident submitted a high hedge complaint to Bolton Council over trees at the Prospect Avenue property earlier this month.

The application was made under legislation allowing councils to investigate evergreen hedges which are more than two metres high and are alleged to unreasonably affect neighbouring properties.

One resident said: “It doesn’t actually bother us, I do appreciate it bothers everyone else. We’re on the other end but this is a mess.

“I think it’s been going on for a long time.

“It’s not bothering his property, it’s bothering everyone else’s. It’s not good.”

The neighbour said they had heard similar concerns from other residents living nearby.

They added that the trees “take all the light off the gardens” and described them as “a bit humungous”, claiming one neighbour had developed “bald patches” on their lawn because of the overhanging trees.

Another resident said branches regularly ended up in their garden during winter.

He said: “Branches in my garden at winter time.

“We had one at 10 foot long.”

The Bolton News previously reported that the complaint was submitted on June 9 by a resident of Prospect Avenue against Prospect House.

Under the Anti-Social Behaviour Act 2003, a high hedge is defined as a barrier formed mainly by two or more evergreen or semi-evergreen trees or shrubs that is more than two metres high and may adversely affect a neighbour’s reasonable enjoyment of their property.