Tensions are flaring again over one of the world’s most important waterways. Iran has hit back at US claims and declared itself the "true guardian" of the Strait of Hormuz. Tehran is even mulling a bill to formalise its control, and there’s talk of tolls for ships passing through. Meanwhile, Trump is pushing Gulf allies to reimburse the US for protecting shipping in the region. With nearly 20% of the world’s oil passing through Hormuz, this isn’t just a political spat. It’s about trade, fuel prices, and who gets to call the shots on a 33km-wide chokepoint that the whole world watches.


Iran vs US over Hormuz: 'We are the true guardians' 

Tensions just spiked again. An Iranian newspaper has published a so-called 'hit list' naming 13 foreign leaders after a warning from Mojtaba Khamenei. The list reportedly includes Donald Trump, Benjamin Netanyahu, Emmanuel Macron and Giorgia Meloni. Khamenei said "vengeance is the will of our nation", raising alarm across diplomatic circles.


US-Iran war: Iran newspaper publishes 'hit list' of 13 world leaders after Khamenei warning

The strait of Hormuz is witnessing another sharp decline in shipping activity after the ceasefire between the United States and Iran collapsed.


Hormuz Shipping Recovery Hits Reverse Gear

Tensions between the US and Iran have flared again. Trump declared the Iran ceasefire is over after US CENTCOM said it hit 80 Iranian targets in response to attacks on shipping. Strikes targeted defense systems and command networks. NATO's chief called the US action "absolutely necessary." Iran fired back, warning that any site enabling US attacks is a legitimate target and naming sites in Kuwait and Bahrain. 


Iran-US tensions explode: Trump says ceasefire over, 80 targets hit

US President Donald Trump said he believes the memorandum of understanding with Iran "is over" after the two sides exchanged strikes across the Middle East, though he added negotiators could continue talks if they wished. The latest escalation, including Iranian strikes on US military targets in Bahrain and Kuwait following US action and renewed sanctions, has raised fresh concerns over regional stability and pushed oil prices higher.

 US-Iran war: Trump declares Iran ceasefire is 'over' after overnight strikes 

Conflicting statements from Washington and Tehran have added fresh uncertainty to efforts aimed at easing tensions between the United States and Iran. U.S. President Donald Trump claimed that Iran had requested a meeting in Doha, raising hopes of renewed diplomatic engagement. However, Iranian officials quickly denied that any talks were scheduled, rejecting reports of planned negotiations.


US-Iran talks: US says both sides will stand down as ceasefire remains under strain 

Breaking: Trump says talks are on, Iran says no meeting planned

A new diplomatic push may be underway as reports suggest Iran and the United States have agreed to halt strikes and resume technical discussions. Talks expected later this week could focus on the strategic Strait of Hormuz, a critical global shipping route. While Iran has warned vessels against bypassing designated transit paths and previously cancelled technical talks following attacks, both sides now appear to be exploring a path toward de-escalation. The coming days could prove crucial for regional stability and global energy markets.


US-Iran peace talks: US envoy warns Iran, 'Trump's patience isn't going to last forever' 

Just days after Israel and Lebanon agreed to a US-backed peace framework, Israel says it destroyed a large Hezbollah weapons tunnel in southern Lebanon. Hezbollah has condemned the strike and warned that it could respond, raising questions over whether the ceasefire will hold.


Israel blows up Hezbollah tunnel, ceasefire comes under strain

Fresh tensions are emerging around Iran's nuclear program after Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf described the recent peace agreement as "America's defeat." At the same time, the head of the International Atomic Energy Agency confirmed plans to visit Iranian enrichment facilities, putting nuclear inspections back in the spotlight. As diplomatic efforts continue, disagreements over oversight, compliance and regional security are once again testing relations between Tehran and the West.


US-Iran Peace Deal: IAEA Chief Confirms Planned Visits to Iranian Enrichment Sites 

Iran has firmly rejected claims that its unfrozen assets must be spent on American goods. Iranian officials and the Central Bank have stated that Tehran alone will decide how and where its financial resources are used. The remarks come after U.S. President Donald Trump suggested conditions on the use of Iranian funds. The latest exchange highlights continuing tensions between Washington and Tehran, even as diplomatic and economic discussions remain in focus.


US-Iran Peace Deal: Tehran Says It Won’t Be Forced To Buy American Goods 

Fresh diplomatic developments are unfolding in the Gulf as Iran and Oman prepare for talks over the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz. The discussions come after U.S. President Donald Trump said Iran has agreed to full nuclear inspections and declared the waterway open for navigation. Meanwhile, U.S. Vice President JD Vance said nuclear inspectors are expected to return to Iran, raising hopes of easing tensions in one of the world's most critical energy corridors.


US-Iran Peace Deal: Iran & Oman Hold Crucial Talks As Trump Claims Nuclear Deal Progress

Fresh signs of progress have emerged from Iran-US technical talks, with Tehran saying Washington agreed to release $12 billion in frozen Iranian assets. According to Iranian officials, four working groups have been established to address key issues including nuclear matters and sanctions. Meanwhile, Iran vowed to continue monitoring the Strait of Hormuz as U.S. President Donald Trump declared the crucial shipping route open. The developments have raised hopes of easing tensions while keeping global energy markets closely watching every move.


US-Iran Peace Deal: Iran Vows To Monitor Strait Of Hormuz As Trump Declares It Open

The first round of Iran-US talks in Switzerland has ended with signs of progress, according to U.S. Vice President JD Vance. He said discussions covered nuclear inspections, regional security and efforts to maintain stability in key flashpoints across the Middle East. Vance suggested nuclear inspectors could visit Iran as early as this week, while technical teams remain engaged in follow-up negotiations. Although major differences remain, both sides appear willing to keep diplomatic channels open and continue talks in the coming days and weeks.


US-Iran Peace Talks: Iran Seeks Frozen Assets Release & Oil Exports Before Final Agreement

Fresh Iran-US negotiations in Switzerland have reignited debate over whether the proposed agreement serves American interests or hands Tehran a strategic victory. While both sides have reported progress after the first round of talks, critics of President Donald Trump argue that the deal could ease pressure on Iran without securing enough concessions in return. 


US-Iran Peace Talks: Talks In Switzerland As Trump's Deal Faces Scrutiny At Home

Iran's central military command announced on Saturday that it had once again closed the vital Strait of Hormuz over Israel's attacks on southern Lebanon, describing them as a breach of Tehran's agreement with the US. "It is hereby announced that the Strait of Hormuz will be closed to vessel traffic; It is noted that this first step is a response to the enemy's breach of promise, and if the aggression continues, further steps will be planned and taken to force the enemy to comply with its obligations," said the Khatam-al Anbiya Central Headquarters in a statement carried by state TV.

Hormuz Lockdown: Iran Takes First Step After Ceasefire Crisis

The debate over the Iran-US agreement is heating up. President Donald Trump has dismissed criticism and insists the deal amounts to an "unconditional surrender" by Iran. Critics, however, argue that Tehran emerged from the crisis stronger than expected and secured important concessions. As both sides claim success, analysts are divided over who gained the upper hand. The agreement may have stopped immediate escalation, but the political battle over its legacy is only beginning.


US-Iran Peace Deal: Trump Says Deal Is Unconditional Surrender For Iran

Just as Washington and Tehran attempt to turn a fragile understanding into a lasting agreement, Lebanon has emerged as a major obstacle. Deadly clashes between Israel and Hezbollah have killed at least 18 people in Lebanon and four Israeli soldiers, raising fears that the violence could undermine diplomatic progress. While efforts are underway to restore calm, the fighting has already disrupted planned Iran-US talks. 


US-Iran Peace Deal: Will Lebanon Prove To Be A Stumbling Block For Iran-US Deal?

US-Iran Peace Deal: Who Won The Iran War? Trump Claims Victory, Critics Disagree

The Iran-US agreement is showing signs of progress, with Washington lifting its naval blockade on Iranian ports and shipping resuming through the Strait of Hormuz. Iran has reportedly waived transit fees for 60 days, offering a boost to regional trade and energy flows. Yet the road ahead remains uncertain. Talks in Switzerland have been delayed, Israel and Hezbollah continue exchanging strikes in Lebanon, and questions remain over whether diplomacy can outpace the region's long-standing conflicts.


Iran-US Deal: Shipping Through Strait Resumes, Iran Waives Fees For 60 Days

The United States and Iran have signed a landmark agreement that opens the Strait of Hormuz, launches a 60-day truce, and creates a pathway for broader peace negotiations. However, some of the most difficult issues remain unresolved, especially the future of Iran's enriched uranium stockpile and long-term nuclear restrictions. While the deal has eased immediate fears of a wider regional war, shipping security, sanctions relief, and nuclear verification are expected to dominate the next phase of talks.


US-Iran Peace Deal: US and Iran Sign Landmark Deal, but Critical Disputes Remain

US-Iran Peace Deal: Washington And Tehran Sign Landmark, But Critical Disputes Remain

Tensions between the United States and Iran have escalated after Donald Trump claimed progress on a possible deal while also referring to an ongoing conflict dynamic with Tehran. Iranian officials have firmly rejected any agreement, saying no final decision has been reached. The contradictory statements have added uncertainty across West Asia, with the Strait of Hormuz remaining a key flashpoint in global energy and security concerns. 


US-Iran War: West Asia Crisis Keep Moving Between War & Negotiation

The proposed US-Iran peace deal faces fresh uncertainty as Washington and Tehran continue to send conflicting signals over its terms and timing. While President Donald Trump has expressed confidence that an agreement is near, protests have emerged in Iran and officials insist that nuclear negotiations will only come at a later stage. With Trump set to celebrate his birthday amid a major White House event, attention is focused on whether a diplomatic breakthrough is truly within reach.


US-Iran Peace Deal: Uncertainty Over Strait Of Hormuz, Iran's Nuclear Programme

US-Iran Peace Deal: Cherry On The Cake For Trump? 'Date To Signing Yet To Be Determined'

After a six-week conflict involving US and Israeli strikes on Iran and fierce Iranian retaliation, a fragile ceasefire has held for over 60 days. Pakistan says a US-Iran deal could be near, but the biggest issue remains unresolved: Iran’s enriched uranium. Now reports say that Iran has booby trapped the nuclear sites, it has laid mines and also deliberately collapsed the tunnels leading to the the underground facilities protecting it. Trump says US will get Iran's enriched uranium when 'all is calm'. It is possible? Watch what are the dangers facing American forces inside Iran?


Iran's Booby Traps' Uranium Sites, Lays Mines, Why Trump Won't Send Troops Into Iran

President Donald Trump has claimed that a US–Iran peace deal is close, with draft terms reportedly nearing completion that could reopen the Strait of Hormuz and ease regional tensions. However, Iran has pushed back, saying no final approval has been given and key issues remain unresolved. While negotiations show progress on several fronts, Tehran insists its red lines must be respected, keeping uncertainty over whether a final agreement will be reached soon.


US-Iran War: Trump Claims Iran Peace Deal Near, Tehran Says Final Approval Still Pending

A possible breakthrough may be emerging in the US-Iran conflict. U.S. President Donald Trump says a "great settlement" with Iran is close and claims a formal agreement could be signed within days after planned strikes were called off. Trump says the deal would ensure Iran never acquires a nuclear weapon and could lead to the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. However, Iranian officials maintain that no final decision has been made, indicating that negotiations are still ongoing despite reported progress.


US-Iran War: Trump Says Peace Deal Is Close After Calling Off Iran Strikes

The United States military says it has carried out a fresh wave of what it described as “self-defence strikes” against targets in Iran. According to US Central Command, the operation targeted military surveillance assets, communication systems and air defence sites. The strikes come amid rising tensions across the Middle East and growing concerns about a broader regional conflict. Meanwhile, Iran has claimed that the US Fifth Fleet in Bahrain was targeted, adding another layer of uncertainty to the fast-moving situation.


US-Iran War: Iranian Media Reports Explosions Near Strait Of Hormuz 

US-Iran War: US Hits Iranian Military Sites In New Wave Of Strikes 

US President Donald Trump has made fresh remarks on Iran, saying he does not need a deal with Tehran to obtain enriched uranium, while also indicating he would be open to meeting Iran's Supreme Leader if an agreement is reached. Meanwhile, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio met Kuwait's foreign minister and condemned recent attacks linked to the regional crisis. The United States has also expanded travel warnings for several Middle Eastern countries as tensions continue to rise.


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