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Iran, Trump and the risks of an endless war

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.

World ·19 Aug 2026, 03:33 ·Leah Bennett 4 min read
Trump threatens Oman with bombing over Hormuz deal

Trump threatens Oman with bombing over Hormuz deal

US President Donald Trump has threatened to bomb Oman if the Gulf state interferes with Washington's efforts to secure the vital Strait of Hormuz. The ultimatum arrives as a 60-day diplomatic window concerning Iran expires amid escalating regional tensions.

World ·17 Aug 2026, 21:36 ·Leah Bennett 4 min read
Trump threatens to bomb Oman as Iran vows to escalate Hormuz tensions

Trump threatens to bomb Oman as Iran vows to escalate Hormuz tensions

US President Donald Trump has issued a blunt threat to bomb Oman following the expiration of a 60-day memorandum of understanding with Iran over the Strait of Hormuz.

World ·17 Aug 2026, 17:34 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Iran and Oman negotiate safe navigation framework for Strait of Hormuz

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.

World ·10 Aug 2026, 20:41 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Iran appoints Mohsen Rezaee to lead security council as Oman deal nears

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.

World ·10 Aug 2026, 06:35 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Oil prices rise amid uncertainty over Strait of Hormuz reopening

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.

World ·10 Aug 2026, 03:42 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Iran, Oman close to deal on Strait of Hormuz route; Tehran sets conditions for reopening

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.

World ·9 Aug 2026, 09:36 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Iran targets oil tanker in Strait of Hormuz despite ongoing talks

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.

World ·8 Aug 2026, 18:33 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Trump says deal to reopen Strait of Hormuz could come soon

Trump says deal to reopen Strait of Hormuz could come soon

President Trump suggests a breakthrough to reopen the Strait of Hormuz is approaching, though conflicting reports persist regarding a temporary shipping corridor.

World ·7 Aug 2026, 15:33 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
European shares rise and oil climbs on Iran-Oman Strait talks

European shares rise and oil climbs on Iran-Oman Strait talks

European equity markets and oil prices edged higher on reports of progress in talks between Iran and Oman regarding Strait of Hormuz shipping traffic.

Business ·7 Aug 2026, 12:38 ·Maeve Turner 4 min read
Iran and Oman reach understanding on Strait of Hormuz shipping route coordinates

Iran and Oman reach understanding on Strait of Hormuz shipping route coordinates

Iran and Oman have agreed on shipping route coordinates in the Strait of Hormuz, though divisions remain over US blockades and mandatory transit fees.

World ·6 Aug 2026, 10:03 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Iran close to Hormuz reopening deal with Oman, but US blockade stalls it

Iran close to Hormuz reopening deal with Oman, but US blockade stalls it

Iran and Oman have reached a tentative shipping lane agreement for the Strait of Hormuz, though reopening hinges on resolving US opposition and fee disputes.

World ·6 Aug 2026, 09:05 ·Leah Bennett 4 min read
Iran nears Strait of Hormuz draft deal with Oman as Trump signals announcement

Iran nears Strait of Hormuz draft deal with Oman as Trump signals announcement

Negotiators have finalized an Iran-Oman draft agreement for the Strait of Hormuz, awaiting leadership approval as U.S. President Donald Trump signals an imminent announcement.

World ·6 Aug 2026, 05:03 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Trump says Strait of Hormuz deal could happen today or tomorrow amid Iran-Oman talks

Trump says Strait of Hormuz deal could happen today or tomorrow amid Iran-Oman talks

President Trump stated that a diplomatic resolution regarding a vital waterway could be reached imminently following regional talks.

World ·6 Aug 2026, 03:08 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Trump says Iran-Oman Hormuz deal could be sealed in days

Trump says Iran-Oman Hormuz deal could be sealed in days

President Donald Trump stated that a deal regarding the Strait of Hormuz could happen soon as Iran and Oman work to finalize a joint shipping corridor.

World ·6 Aug 2026, 01:12 ·Leah Bennett 4 min read
Iran and Oman near deal to reopen Strait of Hormuz amid US blockade

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.

World ·6 Aug 2026, 01:06 ·Leah Bennett 4 min read
Marco Rubio says progress made in Iran‑Oman Strait talks

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.

World ·5 Aug 2026, 11:37 ·Leah Bennett 4 min read
Iran Considers Letting Europe Clear Mines in Strait of Hormuz

Iran Considers Letting Europe Clear Mines in Strait of Hormuz

Iran is reportedly considering European mine-clearance efforts in the Strait of Hormuz as U.S. officials work to de-escalate commercial shipping concerns.

World ·5 Aug 2026, 03:37 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Iran seeks authority over inbound vessels in Hormuz talks with Oman

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.

World ·4 Aug 2026, 21:42 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Trump says talks with Iran imminent but US denies new negotiations

Trump says talks with Iran imminent but US denies new negotiations

President Trump announced that talks with Iran and a deal are imminent to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, though U.S. and Iranian officials quickly denied any new direct negotiations.

World ·4 Aug 2026, 00:37 ·Leah Bennett 6 min read