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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
Houthi port strike in Yemen kills seven as regional tensions escalate

Houthi port strike in Yemen kills seven as regional tensions escalate

A coordinated Houthi missile and drone strike on Yemen's government-held port of Mokha killed seven people and left 15 injured.

World ·10 Aug 2026, 01:33 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Iran says Strait of Hormuz will not reopen until US behavior changes

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.

World ·9 Aug 2026, 22:33 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Iran issues Trump surrender document with nine conditions to reopen Strait of Hormuz

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.

World ·9 Aug 2026, 20:33 ·Leah Bennett 4 min read
Iran issues list of new demands over Strait of Hormuz

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.

World ·9 Aug 2026, 18:34 ·Leah Bennett 4 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 told US it won't charge ships using Strait of Hormuz, says Vance

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.

World ·9 Aug 2026, 04:42 ·Leah Bennett 4 min read
Iran makes new strait demands, UAE says ship was targeted by Iranian missile

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.

World ·8 Aug 2026, 23:35 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Iran makes new strait demands, the UAE says a ship was targeted and other Middle East news

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.

World ·8 Aug 2026, 22:32 ·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
Iran targets ADNOC tanker in Strait of Hormuz amid rising regional tensions

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.

World ·8 Aug 2026, 14:36 ·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
Iran-US war latest: Trump claims Strait of Hormuz is sort of open

Iran-US war latest: Trump claims Strait of Hormuz is sort of open

US President Donald Trump stated the Strait of Hormuz is sort of open under American naval protection, while maritime data shows sharp drops in vessel traffic.

World ·7 Aug 2026, 13:32 ·Leah Bennett 4 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
Saudi Arabia on high alert as intelligence warns of coordinated Houthi attacks

Saudi Arabia on high alert as intelligence warns of coordinated Houthi attacks

Saudi Arabia has raised security alerts following credible intelligence warning of coordinated Houthi and Iraqi militia strikes supervised by Iran.

World ·7 Aug 2026, 06:32 ·Leah Bennett 3 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
Gulf shipping traffic down after Houthis say they attacked Saudi tanker

Gulf shipping traffic down after Houthis say they attacked Saudi tanker

Gulf shipping traffic dropped sharply on Wednesday following maritime attacks and Houthi claims, compounding regional trade paralysis.

World ·6 Aug 2026, 09:06 ·Leah Bennett 4 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