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Pakistan interior minister heads to Tehran to mediate US‑Iran conflict
Pakistan's interior minister has traveled to Tehran to discuss bilateral ties and regional security following Houthi missile strikes in the Bab el-Mandeb Strait.
Trump claims control of Strait of Hormuz as stalemate deepens
President Donald Trump asserted absolute U.S. control over the Strait of Hormuz amid a naval blockade that has severely restricted global oil shipping and spiked crude prices.
US Stocks Fall as Hopes for Strait of Hormuz Reopening Are Dashed Again
U.S. stocks dropped after Iran refused to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, dashing hopes for a diplomatic breakthrough and causing oil prices to spike.
Trump demands Iran pay compensation as Hormuz negotiations stall
President Donald Trump has demanded compensation from Iran for past conflicts and casualties as negotiations over the Strait of Hormuz stall amid a naval blockade.
Trump asks Iran for war reparations in new tit-for-tat demand
President Trump has escalated diplomatic friction with Tehran by demanding war reparations from Iran, countering Tehran's demands for U.S. compensation.
Iran and Oman negotiate safe navigation framework for Strait of Hormuz
Iran and Oman report an understanding on a safe navigation framework for the Strait of Hormuz amid plummeting commercial traffic and US tensions.
Netanyahu rejects White House Gaza disarmament plan
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has publicly split with the White House by refusing its Gaza peace plan, insisting Israel will not withdraw until Hamas is fully disarmed.
Iran says Strait of Hormuz will stay closed until US meets its demands
Iran's Revolutionary Guards state the strait will stay closed until the US meets six core demands, including lifting sanctions and withdrawing military assets.
Iran releases rare video of Mojtaba Khamenei after reports of deteriorating health
Iran's Mehr News Agency broadcast rare footage of Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei amid conflicting reports regarding his health and alleged strike injuries.
Iran appoints Mohsen Rezaee to lead security council as Oman deal nears
Iran has appointed veteran commander Mohsen Rezaee to head its Supreme National Security Council as maritime negotiations with Oman approach a final agreement.
Oil prices rise amid uncertainty over Strait of Hormuz reopening
Oil prices rebounded as persistent uncertainty over the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz outweighed optimism from potential shipping lane agreements.
Iran says Strait of Hormuz will not reopen until US behavior changes
Iran's Supreme National Security Council insists the Strait of Hormuz will remain shut to shipping until the US meets a series of stringent demands.
Iran issues Trump surrender document with nine conditions to reopen Strait of Hormuz
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps issued a list of nine conditions, including financial compensation and troop withdrawals, before reopening the Strait.
Iran issues list of new demands over Strait of Hormuz
Iran has issued an uncompromising set of demands to reopen the vital Strait of Hormuz, dealing a severe blow to hopes for a swift diplomatic resolution.
Iran, Oman close to deal on Strait of Hormuz route; Tehran sets conditions for reopening
Iran and Oman are nearing a temporary maritime traffic agreement for the Strait of Hormuz, though Tehran conditions a full reopening on the US.
Iran told US it won't charge ships using Strait of Hormuz, says Vance
US Vice President JD Vance announced that Iran has assured Washington it has no plans to impose transit fees on ships navigating the vital Strait of Hormuz.
Iran makes new strait demands, UAE says ship was targeted by Iranian missile
Iran's security council states the strategic waterway will remain closed until Washington meets stringent demands, while UAE reports an ADNOC ship was hit by a missile.
Iran makes new strait demands, the UAE says a ship was targeted and other Middle East news
Iran's Supreme National Security Council announced strict new demands for reopening the Strait of Hormuz, linking the waterway's closure to U.S. policy shifts while commercial vessels face ongoing attacks.
Iran targets oil tanker in Strait of Hormuz despite ongoing talks
An oil tanker in the Strait of Hormuz was struck by a missile over the weekend, prompting regional condemnation and a new round of U.S. sanctions.
Iran targets ADNOC tanker in Strait of Hormuz amid rising regional tensions
An Iranian missile struck an ADNOC oil tanker in the Strait of Hormuz without causing casualties, compounding severe disruptions to commercial shipping in the Gulf.