Around 20% of global oil traded passed through the Strait of Hormuz before the war, which sparked after joint US-Israeli strikes were carried out on several key Iranian site in February

The new head of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council said an “exclusion zone” will be announced outside the Strait of Hormuz aimed at vessels it believes are attempting to transit the waterway.

Speaking to Iran’s state broadcaster on Sunday, September 6, Mohsen Rezaei’s said Tehran plans to announce an “exclusion zone” but provided few details.

Just one day earlier, the US hit three Iranian oil tankers in response to Tehran launching ballistic missiles at American warships.

Experts called the launches a dangerous escalation after Iran’s previous attacks at sea targeted commercial shipping.

The US and Iran have been at war since February 28, when joint US-Israeli strikes were carried out on several key Iranian site.

Iran retaliated by striking US allies in the Middle East and closing the Strait of Hormuz, through which 20% of global oil passed before the conflict.

The US in turn implemented a blockade on Iranian ports in the strait.

The new zone should be announced in the coming days and weeks.

It “will begin from the line of the US naval blockade, extend toward the Strait of Hormuz, and from this side continue into the Persian Gulf,” Rezaei said.

“Any ship that enters this area with the intention of passing through the Strait of Hormuz and is identified will be placed on our sanctions list.”

It is not clear where Iran defines the location of the US blockade.

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The American military has said over 20 warships are supporting the blockade.

As of Sunday, the blockade had redirected 92 commercial ships and disabled three.

Also on Sunday, US Energy Secretary Chris Wright said that on average, nine million barrels of oil a day are getting through the strait. This should help to relieve pressure on energy prices.

Wright told CNN that with oil also flowing through pipelines in the region, “we’re probably two-thirds or more of pre-conflict flows.”

Meanwhile, Rezaei in his interview with state TV claimed that “every day we are selling one million, one and a half million (barrels), as if Iran’s oil production and trade are continuing as usual.”

By ALEX DOYLE – SENIOR SHOWBUSINESS REPORTER and DOMINIQUE HINES

Published: 20:25 BST, 6 September 2026 | Updated: 03:30 BST, 7 September 2026

It has been one of their busiest years yet, travelling across the globe promoting box office films Spider-Man: Brand New Day and The Odyssey.

So you would think newlyweds Tom Holland and Zendaya would like nothing more than to jet off on a relaxing holiday.

But Tom’s father Dominic, 59, has revealed he and Zendaya, both 30, were left so exhausted by their country hopping to promote both films that they offered their no-expense spared trip to Japan to him and his wife Nicola, for free.

Dominic, who is a stand-up comedian and writer, said: ‘So, you know that Tom had a few films out recently he had The Odyssey out then he had Spiderman. 

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‘And he’s been tired, he’s been working unbelievably hard.

‘He and Zendaya have done probably twice around the globe to promote these films,’ he explained. 

Tom Holland gifted a luxury holiday to his parents after the Hollywood star and his wife Zendaya were too tired following back to back film promotion for The Odyssey and Spider-Man

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‘They were tired they’d probably done maybe 20, 10-hour flights and about three days after the London premiere, he said, “dad we’ve got this holiday to Japan” and I said “that’ll be nice Tom, you’ll enjoy it.”

‘And he said, “dad it’s too far and I’m too tired. What I thought I’d do dad is that I’d send you and mum instead.”

Speaking at Queen’s Park Book Festival in London, Dominic joked that staff were left disappointed when he turned up and not the Hollywood star.

He explained: ‘See, what you don’t understand is that being Tom Holland’s dad is… well, it was lovely going to Japan. 

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‘It was first class travel, posh hotel, but the thing is, all these restaurants and hotels are expecting Tom Holland and in the strata of disappointment they are expecting Tom Holland and they get Dominic.

‘The Japanese are very polite and servile people but even they went hmmm. Typical of me – here’s the thing… I’ve written 10 books and got exactly zero with me tonight which sums up my career.’

Last month it was revealed Tom and Zendaya tied the knot again at the five-star Beaverbrook Hotel in Surrey, which reportedly cost £500,000.

The location is nestled in the Surrey Hills and close to Mr Holland’s hometown Kingston-upon-Thames.

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The top secret occasion meant guests and members of staff were banned from using their mobile phones to stop any leaks.

The sprawling 370-acre venue, near Leatherhead, was owned by the late newspaper proprietor Lord Beaverbrook, who hosted powerful figures there including Winston Churchill.

His dad joked: ‘The thing is, all these restaurants and hotels are expecting Tom Holland and in the strata of disappointment they are expecting Tom Holland and they get Dominic’ 

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It boasts 56 rooms and suites and its on-site Japanese restaurant has hot air balloon-styled dining tables.

Tom finally ended months of speculation about the couple’s marriage, telling Esquire UK in June: ‘I found my person, I’m the happiest I’ve ever been.’

Zendaya and Tom have been romantically linked since 2016, after they first met on the set of Spider-Man: Homecoming.

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They kept their relationship extremely low-key for years, and enjoyed their first joint red carpet appearance in five years at a photocall for Spider-Man: Brand New Day in Madrid on Monday.

Tom previously told Men’s Health that he avoids walking the red carpet with his partner at premieres ‘because it’s not my moment, it’s her moment, and if we go together, it’s about us’.

The victim remains in a “serious condition” in hospital

A 34-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a man sustained stab wounds to his back in Co Armagh.

At around 2.25pm on Sunday, September 5, it was reported to police that a man in his 40s had been stabbed in a property in the Grattan Street area of Lurgan.

Police officers attended alongside the Armed Response Unit. The suspect made off from the scene before being detained a short distance a way.

The victim remains in a “serious condition” in hospital, while officers remain at the scene this evening.

A PSNI spokesperson said: “Police have arrested a man on suspicion of attempted murder following a stabbing incident in Lurgan.

“A report was received at approximately 2.25pm today, Sunday 5th September, concerning a man aged in his 40s who had sustained stab wounds to his back at a property in the Grattan Street area.

“Officers attended, alongside colleagues from our Armed Response Unit (ARU). The suspect, a 34-year-old man made off from the scene and was detained a short distance away.

“The victim was taken onward to hospital where he remains in a serious condition at this time. Officers remain at the scene this evening as our enquiries continue into what happened.

“Anyone who witnessed the incident, or who has information which could help, including CCTV, dash-cam or other footage, is asked to contact police on 101, quoting reference number 855 06/09/26.

“A report can also be made online at: https://reporting.psni.police.uk/appeals

“Alternatively, information can be provided anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or online at: www.crimestoppers-uk.org “

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He told presenter Jon Sopel: “We’re now in a country, Jon, where somebody who is – whatever she is – a far-left protester, goes into a party conference, tries to wreck the leader’s speech, and cries foul if a pensioner knocks her over the head with their Zimmer frame, I mean, come on, get a life.

Passersby spotted the victim in the sea near Buncrana and raised the alarm

An elderly man has died after he was pulled from the water in Co Donegal following a major rescue operation.

Passersby spotted the victim, who was in his 60s, in the sea at Ned’s Point near Buncrana and raised the alarm.

Members of the public helped take his body from the water at around 2:30 pm on Saturday.

Gardai, the National Ambulance Service, the fire brigade and the RNLI all responded and were present at the scene.

There were extensive attempts to resuscitate the man, but sadly, he was pronounced dead at the scene.

His body was taken to Letterkenny University Hospital, where a post-mortem is due to be carried out.

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Molly kept her unbeaten fighting record intact with an impressive victory on cousin Taylor’s undercard in Dublin, with close friend Paddy Pimblett watching on from ringside

MMA fighter Molly “Meatball” McCann has popped the question to her long-term girlfriend, Fran Parman.

The Liverpool fighter, a cousin of Katie Taylor, shared a series of gorgeous photos on Instagram showing the couple embracing, with Fran proudly displaying a stunning diamond ring on her perfectly manicured finger.

Fran went public with her relationship with Molly in 2024, posting a number of pictures from the early days of their romance, including moments of the pair dancing, enjoying meals out and spending quality time together.

Since making their relationship official, the couple have kept their followers regularly updated on their journey together, from ringside celebrations to heartfelt tributes on special dates and milestones.

This weekend, Molly kept her unbeaten fighting record intact with an impressive victory on cousin Taylor’s undercard in Dublin, with close friend Paddy Pimblett watching on from ringside. Following her win, she hinted she had “saved the best for last”.

The couple then made their way to Bray Head Cross in Wicklow, Ireland, which appears to be the spot where McCann got down on one knee, according to the Liverpool Echo, reports the Irish Mirror.

In a series of pictures shared online, including one of McCann re-enacting the proposal while kneeling, the pair were all smiles as they showed off Fran’s impressive engagement ring to mark the special occasion.

The caption read: “Saved the best till last, a weekend I knew the only way I could top it would be asking you to marry me.

“The easiest decision I’ve ever made. I promise to love you and protect you forever, here’s to the best weekend of my life. In a place I know means so much to us. Bray we love you.”

Familiar faces from right across Merseyside rushed to the comments section to offer their congratulations to the newly engaged couple. Everton FC posted: “Congratulations Molly and Fran!”.

Social media personality and presenter Still Ryan enthused: “So so so happy for you both.”

TNT Sports UFC commented: “Congratulations.”

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The faces and groups behind an explosion in far-right activity in Scotland.

Today the Record reveals the web of groups and activists who are driving an explosion in far-right activity in Scotland.

Professor Matthew Feldman, an expert of far right groups, has warned Scotland is now seeing a variety of people seeking to stir up a “race war” – with links to far-right organisations in Northern Ireland and across the globe. He said many participants don’t see themselves as “far right” despite their goals being firmly targeted at immigrants and their rhetoric often based on conspiracy theories.

Prof Feldman said: “There are a lot of divisions and subsets but a lot of what we’re seeing with far right groups boils down to race war. That is still their guiding star, even on the far right. They don’t see themselves as supporting the far right and they recoil when they are accused of being Fascists or Nazis.

“Some may talk more about natives and immigrants and some may focus on non-white people with slurs or Jewish people. But they are bonded by similar symbols, like national flags, often the monarchy and in many cases they will be drawn to the same cause.”

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Feldman, Emeritus Professor in the modern history of ideas at Teesside University, said many are seduced by the “great replacement theory” – a debunked conspiracy theory about white people being replaced by Muslim “invaders”.

And he said social media helps people from different parts of the UK find each other using more sanitised language. The result can be normalisation of far-right goals. Here are some of the groups and activists accused of driving Scotland’s far-right movement.

Unite the Clans, formerly Aberdeen Against Illegal Migration

With more than 65,000 Facebook followers and UK-wide amplification enabled by links to other groups, UTC is possibly Scotland’s most cohesive group.

It has united people for big, angry protest events in places like Glasgow and Edinburgh. Early AAIM events gave a microphone to John Carr, a member of the fascist Homeland Party, which led to the rampant spreading of the “great replacement theory”.

Core members have included Patriotic Alternative member Geoffrey Farquharson and Josh Fernie, another Homeland Party member.

The group faced heavy criticism when it launched an anti-immigration protest outside a primary school in Seaton, Aberdeen during school hours. Father and son John Hall Snr and John Hall Jnr have been integral to the group.

Alex Cairnie and the Spartan Child Protection Team

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Despite their methods being criticised, the group have been credited with bringing many vile offenders to justice and acted as a deterrent to others.

His efforts to call out housing chiefs who have housed known offenders in council schemes have struck a chord with people living in such communities. But he has courted controversy by conflating his paedophile hunting with race politics, notably when by teaming up with Craig Houston to protest about adult English lessons at a school in deprived Dalmarnock, Glasgow.

Anti-racism groups accused the pair of “spreading misinformation”. Last September Cairnie praised Tommy Robinson, calling him “a British Patriot and a man that loves his country”. Cairnie has vocally supported influencer Andrew Tate, even after he was charged with multiple rapes.

Craig Houston

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Houston makes a living by peddling stories on YouTube that blame immigration for Scotland’s woes.

He has travelled from town to town, armed with a selfie stick and a drone, to catalogue many conspiracy theories about immigration, “two-tier policing” and alleged “white racism”.

He has repeatedly referred to street armies potentially “rising” due to anti-immigration anger. In his videos, including those shot from the heart of volatile far right demos, Houston puzzles over the scenes witnessed and generally puts the blame on immigration.

It was Houston who filmed a series of eerie black and white videos that featured grown men in black clothing laying wreaths at locations that included the Scottish Parliament and the Daily Record’s office in Glasgow. Houston is best friends with Sandy Chugg, a notorious Rangers casual who has been jailed several times for football related violence.

His activities caught the interest of anti-terror cops – who seized his phone and computer at Edinburgh airport on his return from a recent holiday.

Patriotic Alternative

The political group took a strong grip in Scotland, largely through efforts of Scottish organiser Kenny Smith.

They became regulars at protests in Erskine at a hotel used for asylum seekers. A split within PA led to the formation of the Homeland Party, run by Smith.

The main public face of PA is now Richard McFarlane, who travels Scotland with a stuffed toy he calls Scooby Doo. McFarlane is regarded as a serious threat to communities due to his willingness to fabricate signs and banners depicting divisive messages like “Stop the Invasion”.

The organisation was founded by Mark Collett, a former publicity director for the British National Party.

Voices for Falkirk/Freedom Patriots

Falkirk became a major focal point due to The Cladhan Hotel being used for refugees.

A brutal sex attack by a hotel resident enraged the local community and the campaign led to the cessation of the use the hotel for immigration cases.

Reform councillor Claire Mackie-Brown and Julie Reilly a key figure in Voices For Falkirk, have stood alongside men in masks and members of the ultra right Homeland Party and Patriotic Alternative.

Mark Sinclair (Freedom Dad)

The former UVF bank robber has travelled around Northern Ireland and England to seek out examples of immigration causing local division. His Freedom Dad YouTube channel– emblazoned with a Northern Irish and a Scottish flag – explicitly seeks to connect Scotland and Ulster’s antiimmigration communities.

He was part of a travelling band of Loyalists who took part on the July25 demo at Glasgow Green that saw running battles and 15 arrests. Sinclair has offered a platform to a wide array of far-right icons, including BNP leader Nick Griffin and his ex-deputy Jim Dowson, a regular guest.

Griffin has told Sinclair that Northern Ireland is ripe for a citizen army to rise, due to the lessons learned by the Loyalist community during the Troubles. He tells Sinclair that Orange Order marches have provided evidence that an army of fighting men could be called on if the time comes.

Sinclair has toured towns and cities with close pal Glen Kane – a sectarian killer who was jailed for a mob attack. He has also been photographed on many occasions with Neil Pinkerton, an “urban hunter” who has rejoiced in his dogs killing foxes. Pinkerton was the leader of a Belfast street patrol that has been accused of persecuting immigrants.

Jim Dowson, far-right activist and frontman of Knights Templar International

The veteran far-right activist has raised a huge sum of cash over many years by peddling tat including white robes, swords and far-right books for his organisation – which has nothing to do with the historic Christian crusaders.

Dowson calls his KTI group – of men in little more than fancy dress – a “fighting order”. He admitted his visit to Glasgow on July 25was his first in 20 years. He used the occasion to reveal his true motivation, shooting videos that played to a US audience, telling them how Glasgow was “teeming with Africans”.

Dowson shamelessly got out his virtual begging bowl, asking US donors to aid the people in the Scottish “projects”. It is unclear how US dollars donated to Dowson would help anyone in Scotland.

On the visit, Dowson reverted to his familiar play of handing out military style gear to vigilante groups, including the Scots Active group, who accepted stab vests and bodycams to deal with threats that might emerge as they patrol Glasgow’s streets.

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Along with the North to South group, they have trawled the streets looking for women to “save” from immigrants.

Despite filming everything for Tik Tok, the videos contain more evidence of black people being harassed than anyone being saved from violence.

Scots Active leader Darren Docherty claims to be anti-racist. But a Record investigation revealed him to be a moderator of a sinister WhatsApp group under the banner ‘Get These C****Out!’. They clashed with cops, targeted ethnic minorities, and made Nazi salutes at a Glasgow demo on June 13.

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Wayne Rooney believes Gabriel was ‘extremely lucky’ not to be sent off during Arsenal’s Premier League win over Chelsea.

The reigning champions maintained their perfect start to the new season with a comeback victory over Xabi Alonso’s Chelsea on Sunday.

Chelsea also came into the north London clash with a 100% record and made a superb start, taking the lead inside two minutes through ex-Arsenal target Morgan Rogers.

But Kai Havertz equalised against his former club midway through the first half before Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard netted a second-half winner.

Former Manchester United and England captain Rooney felt Arsenal should have been reduced to ten men just five minutes into the game after Gabriel kicked Chelsea goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez in the head.

Several Chelsea players reacted angrily to the incident which left Martinez lying in pain and requiring medical attention.

Chris Kavanagh’s view was obscured by a scramble in the penalty box but VAR did not suggest the referee consult the pitchside monitor for a second look.

Analysing the incident on BBC’s Match of the Day, Rooney said: ‘You don’t really see it at first sight but then when you see a replay and they slow it down…

‘Martinez has got the ball in his hands and Gabriel boots him in the head, he swings a leg and goes way over the top. He’s extremely lucky to stay on the pitch.’

Former England defender Ashley Young added: ‘I agree. When the ball is on the floor and Martinez has it, Gabriel kicks so high.

‘I’m not sure why it hasn’t gone to VAR of if they’ve properly studied it because he’s nowhere the ball. He’s got away with one there.’

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Mikel Arteta was full of praise for his players after the London derby, describing Arsenal’s performance as ‘incredible’.

‘It wasn’t the right start but we certainly reacted in an amazing way,’ Arteta said.

‘I enjoyed the way we competed; we took risks, it was a joy to watch and an incredible game.

‘They [Chelsea] have a great coach [Alonso] who can set them up in great condition. With the quality they have, you feel they can create something out of nothing at any moment.

‘We constrained them well. Overall, it was an incredible performance from our side.’

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On Arsenal’s flawless start to the new season and their title defence, Arteta added: ‘We are very happy and we need to continue to raise the bar and look to improve every single time.

‘There are still a lot of margins to do that. But we need to enjoy the victory now because it was a big one today.’

Arsenal put their Premier League title defence on hold during the week as they begin their Champions League campaign against Serie A side Napoli.

Chelsea, meanwhile, return to action on Wednesday night with a Carabao Cup clash against Leeds United.

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Sections of the A1079 Hull Road are set to close from Monday (September 7).

City of York Council said three miles of the main road, which leads to York’s outer ring road, will be resurfaced as part of the council’s highway maintenance programme.

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It will affect the A1079 between York Road, Dunnington and City of York boundary at Kexby Bridge.

A council spokesperson said: “The works will be carried out by Lane Rentals Services on behalf of the council, who will be working for 14 nights under a road closure between the hours of 8.00pm to 6.00am.

“The road will reopen each morning, unless there are exceptional circumstances.”

Sections of the A1079, between York Road, Dunnington and City of York boundary at Kexby Bridge, will be closed for resurfacing works from Monday (September 7) (Image: Supplied)

The work is to be done in three phases.

Phase one will surface the area from the York Road, Dunnington junction up to the Common Road junction – starting tomorrow at 8pm.

These works will be complete by 6am on Saturday (September 12).

Phase two will include the stretch of road from York Road, Dunnington junction to near Kexby Stray junction with the closure point at Dauby Lane to allow for turning traffic, the council said.

This will be done on the night of Saturday (September 12) and will be finished by 6.00am on Sunday (September 13).

During the project’s third phase, works will continue from the Common Lane junction to the City of York boundary at Kexby Bridge with the closure point at Long Lane to allow for turning traffic.

A council spokesperson said: “This phase is expected to last for eight nights.

“This means the road will be closed between 8.00pm and 6.00am on Sunday 13 September 2026 and finish at 6.00am on Monday 21 September 2026.”

An alternative route for diverted vehicles will be signed during the works period via A1079, A614, A63, A19 and A64.

Cllr Kate Ravilious, executive member for transport, said: “We continue to deliver our record programme of planned Highways Maintenance works for 2026/27 alongside emergency repairs.

“This stretch of the A1079 is the latest to receive significant repairs that will make journeys easier for people in the area and across the region.

“We are working to minimise disruption by carrying out these works on nights and working to reopen the road each morning.

“When the road is closed diversions are in place and we have sent letters to local residents and businesses to help them plan ahead.

“Once complete this will bring smoother and safer journeys for all who use this road and we’re grateful for everyone’s patience while we get this work done”

Residents and businesses can email highway.maintenance@york.gov.uk with any queries.