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Iran closes Strait of Hormuz after firing on vessel

Iran closes Strait of Hormuz after firing on vessel

The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has closed the Strait of Hormuz indefinitely after firing warning shots at a vessel. This action follows the collapse of ceasefire negotiations and escalating military engagements in the region.

World ·12 Jul 2026, 03:32 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Iran and Oman talks fail to resolve Strait of Hormuz transit dispute

Iran and Oman talks fail to resolve Strait of Hormuz transit dispute

Negotiations in Muscat failed to bridge the gap between U.S. and Iranian demands regarding maritime transit. As the ceasefire remains dissolved, the threat of further military escalation and economic disruption persists.

World ·11 Jul 2026, 22:32 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Mojtaba Khamenei vows revenge as Trump declares Iran ceasefire over

Mojtaba Khamenei vows revenge as Trump declares Iran ceasefire over

Following retaliatory strikes and a formal end to the ceasefire, the conflict has intensified, with new leader Mojtaba Khamenei calling for vengeance. Global energy markets face instability as regional mediators attempt to revive indirect discussions.

World ·11 Jul 2026, 21:32 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
US seeks Iranian pledge to free up Strait of Hormuz

US seeks Iranian pledge to free up Strait of Hormuz

Washington is pushing for a public pledge from Tehran to keep the Strait of Hormuz open as mediation efforts begin in Oman following recent military strikes.

World ·11 Jul 2026, 19:31 ·Leah Bennett 4 min read
Iran’s new supreme leader vows revenge for father’s death as Trump warns

Iran’s new supreme leader vows revenge for father’s death as Trump warns

New supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei has pledged to seek revenge following his father's death in a February airstrike. In response, President Trump has declared that military measures are prepared to target Iranian interests.

World ·11 Jul 2026, 16:03 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Mediators push to salvage Iran-US diplomacy after ceasefire collapse

Mediators push to salvage Iran-US diplomacy after ceasefire collapse

International mediators are working to restore talks as the US-Iran ceasefire dissolves following military strikes and disputes over the Strait of Hormuz.

World ·11 Jul 2026, 15:01 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Trump threatens to completely decimate Iran following assassination threats

Trump threatens to completely decimate Iran following assassination threats

President Donald Trump has declared the U.S.-Iran ceasefire over following renewed military engagements and ongoing tensions in the Strait of Hormuz.

World ·11 Jul 2026, 14:04 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Trump warns he has ordered US military to obliterate Iran if assassinated

Trump warns he has ordered US military to obliterate Iran if assassinated

President Trump has issued a warning that the U.S. military is prepared to strike Iran following alleged threats against his life. This escalation coincides with the breakdown of recent ceasefire agreements and heightened tensions in the Strait of Hormuz.

World ·11 Jul 2026, 10:02 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
US demands Iran guarantee Strait of Hormuz is open and stop attacks

US demands Iran guarantee Strait of Hormuz is open and stop attacks

Following the dissolution of an interim ceasefire, the U.S. has demanded that Iran guarantee the Strait of Hormuz remains open and halt all attacks on vessels.

World ·11 Jul 2026, 05:02 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Trump declares ceasefire with Iran over despite ongoing diplomatic talks

Trump declares ceasefire with Iran over despite ongoing diplomatic talks

President Trump has declared the end of the ceasefire agreement with Iran following a week of military strikes, though both nations continue diplomatic talks.

World ·11 Jul 2026, 03:31 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
US continues Iran negotiations despite declared end to ceasefire

US continues Iran negotiations despite declared end to ceasefire

The Trump administration is pursuing private diplomatic channels with Tehran following recent military tensions while demanding public accountability for maritime attacks.

World ·11 Jul 2026, 02:33 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Trump threatens to bomb Iran if assassinated by Tehran

Trump threatens to bomb Iran if assassinated by Tehran

President Trump declared that the June ceasefire with Iran is no longer in effect while warning of military retaliation following threats to his life.

World ·11 Jul 2026, 01:02 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Who launched the latest airstrikes against Iran? Right now it's a mystery

Who launched the latest airstrikes against Iran? Right now it's a mystery

Unclaimed airstrikes have struck across Iran, deepening regional uncertainty as Tehran responds with missile volleys against neighboring nations.

World ·10 Jul 2026, 23:01 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
US and Iran hold indirect talks via Qatar to revive stalled ceasefire

US and Iran hold indirect talks via Qatar to revive stalled ceasefire

The United States has declared a previous ceasefire void following recent military strikes, yet continues indirect communications with Iran via Qatar. Qatari mediators are working to stabilize the situation as tensions surrounding the Strait of Hormuz persist.

World ·10 Jul 2026, 22:02 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
US-Iran escalation threatens oil supply recovery, warns IEA

US-Iran escalation threatens oil supply recovery, warns IEA

Renewed military conflict between the U.S. and Iran has effectively closed the Strait of Hormuz, disrupting up to 14 million barrels of daily oil shipments. The IEA warns this escalation puts projections for global energy market stabilization in jeopardy.

Business ·10 Jul 2026, 18:10 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read
US and Iran exchange airstrikes and missiles threatening ceasefire deal

US and Iran exchange airstrikes and missiles threatening ceasefire deal

Middle East tensions have intensified as the U.S. and Iran engage in escalating fire, placing an interim ceasefire agreement in jeopardy.

Transport ·10 Jul 2026, 08:36 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
Iran accuses US of striking Bushehr nuclear plant perimeter

Iran accuses US of striking Bushehr nuclear plant perimeter

Iran claims a U.S. strike hit the perimeter of the Bushehr nuclear power plant, a charge the Pentagon denies following its July 8 military operations.

Transport ·10 Jul 2026, 04:34 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
Trump hails second night of US strikes on Iran as retribution

Trump hails second night of US strikes on Iran as retribution

U.S. forces conducted a wide-ranging offensive against Iranian military infrastructure following attacks on commercial shipping. The IRGC retaliated with strikes against U.S. bases in Kuwait and Bahrain.

Transport ·10 Jul 2026, 00:34 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
QatarEnergy suspends LNG expansion plans following Iranian tanker attack

QatarEnergy suspends LNG expansion plans following Iranian tanker attack

QatarEnergy has halted production expansion plans at its Ras Laffan facility as maritime security in the Persian Gulf deteriorates. This decision follows recent military exchanges between the U.S. and Iran.

World ·9 Jul 2026, 16:34 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
US launches new airstrikes on Iran and Tehran fires back at Gulf Arab states

US launches new airstrikes on Iran and Tehran fires back at Gulf Arab states

Renewed U.S. airstrikes on Iranian infrastructure have triggered retaliatory missile and drone attacks across the Gulf, effectively ending the mid-June cease-fire.

World ·9 Jul 2026, 07:05 ·Leah Bennett 4 min read