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UAE halts all trade and financial dealings with Iran until further notice
The United Arab Emirates has suspended all trade, commercial exchanges, and financial transactions with Iran until further notice amid escalating regional tensions.
Iran, Trump and the risks of an endless war
The US-Iran cease-fire has collapsed, sending Brent crude past $90 a barrel as traffic through the Strait of Hormuz plummets amid threats.
Iran threatens new offensive while Trump rules out extending ceasefire deal
US-Iran tensions escalate as President Trump and Iranian officials diverge over the status of the Strait of Hormuz following the expiration of a ceasefire.
Donald Trump threatens to seize Strait of Hormuz as US war with Iran grinds on
Donald Trump threatened to declare the Strait of Hormuz a United States territory, escalating the ongoing conflict with Iran that has disrupted global shipping.
Live Updates: Trump says U.S. has "total control" over Strait of Hormuz and might "keep it
President Donald Trump claims the U.S. has total control over the Strait of Hormuz, pushing the maritime corridor toward shutdown as vessel traffic drops.
Iran and Oman near deal to reopen Strait of Hormuz amid US blockade
Iran and Oman are finalizing a shipping route agreement that could lift the U.S. naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz and ease pressure on oil markets.
Marco Rubio says progress made in Iran‑Oman Strait talks
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio says progress is being made in talks, signaling a potential reopening of the Strait of Hormuz soon.
Iran seeks authority over inbound vessels in Hormuz talks with Oman
Iran is seeking formal authority over inbound shipping and visibility over outbound traffic through the Strait of Hormuz as diplomatic discussions with Oman advance.
Qatar reports progress on US-Iran talks to end war and reopen Hormuz
Diplomatic efforts involving Qatar, Pakistan, and Oman show progress toward ending the US-Iran conflict and reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
Live updates: Trump says Iran talks will restart after he calls off strikes
President Donald Trump has called off a planned massive airstrike on Iran, pivoting to a new round of diplomatic negotiations following appeals from Gulf allies.
Trump says Iran talks will start Monday after canceling planned attack
US President Donald Trump announced new negotiations with Iran will begin Monday afternoon, following the eleventh-hour cancellation of a planned military strike.
Oman presents Iran with GCC-backed plan for voluntary Hormuz fees
Oman has delivered a GCC-backed proposal to Iran suggesting joint supervision of the Strait of Hormuz and voluntary navigation fees to help resolve ongoing trade disruptions.
Oman and Iran advance talks on reopening Strait of Hormuz
Oman and Iran are making positive progress in negotiations to reopen the vital Strait of Hormuz amid severe regional maritime disruptions and volatile oil markets.
U.S. launches new strikes and Trump threatens ‘massive attack’ as Iran widens war
The United States has launched a thirteenth consecutive night of strikes against Iranian targets as Tehran expands hostilities to the Red Sea. President Trump warned of a potential massive operation as global oil markets respond to the ongoing maritime instability.
US-Iran War Live Updates: Chinese supertankers pass Bab el-Mandeb despite Houthi blockade
Two Chinese-crewed supertankers successfully transited the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, marking the first successful passage since the Houthi-declared blockade began. Concurrently, rising tensions have led Tehran to label RAF Fairford a legitimate target for military action.
U.S. carries out 12th straight night of strikes as threats to oil trade deepen
U.S. forces target Iranian maritime and missile facilities as the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz halts Iraqi production and disrupts commercial shipping.
Iranian forces target Bahrain and Kuwait after US hits Iran's south
Iranian forces have conducted a multi-theatre retaliation against U.S. installations across the Gulf, escalating tensions and threatening global oil transit. These strikes followed U.S. airstrikes in southern Iran and included attacks on oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz.
Iran threatens US with unforgettable lessons after military deaths
The United States and Iran have entered a cycle of retaliation following a drone strike in Jordan, leading to the collapse of a recent peace agreement.
US reimposes Iran blockade and escalates strikes as conflict intensifies
The United States has reimposed a naval blockade on Iranian ports and launched fresh airstrikes, signaling the collapse of a recent interim ceasefire.
US strikes Iran, Tehran hits Gulf allies in widening Middle East clash
A fresh round of coordinated attacks has shattered a fragile interim cease-fire, pushing the U.S. and Iran toward a widening Middle East conflict.