Strait of Hormuz
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
US-Iran War Live Updates: Iran backs Palestinian decisions in Gaza talks
US-Iran hostilities have disrupted global shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, while international condemnation grows over a surge in executions inside Iran.
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.
Trump warns Iran will be hit hard unless Hormuz reopens, oil prices drop
President Donald Trump has warned Iran that the Strait of Hormuz must reopen very soon or face severe military action, even as U.S. and Omani officials report progress in diplomatic talks.
Shipping traffic at key Gulf waterways little changed on uncertain US-Iran peace talks
Maritime traffic through key Middle Eastern straits remained subdued amid conflicting diplomatic signals between Washington and Tehran, influencing global markets.
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.
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.
Ship attacked near Strait of Hormuz as status of U.S.-Iran talks remain unclear
An attack on a merchant vessel near the Strait of Hormuz has caused global oil prices to rebound while Iran denies U.S. claims of bilateral negotiations.
US-Iran War Live Updates: Iran FM joins Arbaeen pilgrimage in Iraq
Brent crude hovered near $85 a barrel as Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi traveled to Iraq for the Arbaeen pilgrimage amid ongoing regional tensions.
US CENTCOM asks officers for creative ways to punish Iran
As tensions persist, a senior US Central Command intelligence officer has asked analysts to brainstorm unconventional ways to pressure Iran.
No new Iran negotiations planned despite Trump comments, U.S. officials say
U.S. officials have clarified that no new negotiations with Iran are planned despite President Trump's claims, as Tehran denies direct talks are underway.
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.
Trump claims US-Iran talks start Monday despite Tehran denying negotiations
President Donald Trump announced that negotiations with Iran would begin, though the Iranian foreign ministry insisted no direct talks were under way.
Iran denies Trump claim that new talks will begin on Monday
Iran contradicted US President Donald Trump's assertion that bilateral talks would begin, as Washington halted planned military strikes.
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.