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Russia confirms its proposal to take highly enriched uranium from Iran remains available, while Tehran says it is grateful but not yet ready to discuss the matter. A US arms control expert calls the idea useful, and quotes suggest the issue is part of broader negotiations.
An explosion damaged a tanker sailing off Oman near the Strait of Hormuz, with conflicting reports about the cause. US forces had conducted strikes on Iranian missile sites and boats alleged to be laying mines, while Oman's Mina al Fahal terminal suspended oil loading amid the incident.
US Central Command conducted self-defence strikes on Iranian missile sites and boats attempting to lay mines in southern Iran, as Iranian negotiators arrived in Qatar for talks to end the war. Iran denounced the strikes as a 'gross violation' of the ceasefire and warned of consequences, while signalling that negotiations remain ongoing.
Iran's foreign ministry spokesman says Tehran and Washington have reached understandings on many issues in talks over ending the war, but cautions that an agreement is not imminent. A 14-point framework is being finalised, and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio suggested a deal could materialise on Monday, though President Trump urged negotiators not to rush.
Indian sailor Sunil Pooniya survived a missile strike on the oil tanker Skylight near the Strait of Hormuz, an attack that killed two colleagues. As tensions in the region escalate, thousands of seafarers remain stranded, and the human cost of the conflict is becoming clearer.
As the US and Iran move toward a potential deal to end their conflict, analysts disagree on whether the agreement would block Iran's nuclear threat or simply repackage it. Some sources report significant setbacks for Iran's nuclear program, while others caution that the deal may offer concessions without lasting security guarantees.
Oil prices have experienced sharp fluctuations as markets react to evolving signals from Washington and Tehran over a potential deal to end the US-Israel war on Iran and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. While hopes for a breakthrough briefly drove crude prices down, renewed strikes and cautious statements have reversed gains, leaving traders uncertain.
US President Donald Trump and Iranian officials signaled progress toward a framework agreement to end the war in the Middle East, with Iran finalizing a 14-point memorandum of understanding. However, key issues remain, including nuclear guarantees, sanctions relief, and the Strait of Hormuz, and some reports suggest the pace of negotiations has slowed.
More than 20,000 sailors are trapped on about 2,000 vessels in the Gulf after Iran closed the Strait of Hormuz, facing shortages of supplies and fear of attacks. New reports highlight the plight of Hong Kong-linked ships and calls for reopening the waterway.
The standoff over the Strait of Hormuz is entering a dangerous new phase as US and Iranian forces trade fire, negotiations stutter, and Tehran's oil exports fall to a six-year low. US intelligence assesses Iran can withstand the blockade for months, while diplomatic efforts, including Pakistan-led mediation, struggle to gain traction.
A Qatari negotiating team has arrived in Tehran in coordination with the United States to help secure a deal to end the war with Iran, according to multiple sources. Qatar's involvement comes as it has previously been attacked by Iranian missiles and drones, and as Pakistan continues its official mediatory role.
As the US awaits Tehran's response to a draft peace agreement circulated by Donald Trump, control over the Strait of Hormuz and Iran's highly enriched uranium stockpile remain key sticking points. Iranian officials assert the strait's strategic value, while Pakistani mediators push for a permanent ceasefire.
President Donald Trump has publicly opposed any toll system for ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz, insisting it remains an international waterway. Reports indicate Iran is in talks with Oman to establish such fees, but the U.S. maintains that any such move would complicate diplomatic negotiations.
US President Donald Trump has said Washington is ready for further strikes on Iran if no peace deal is reached, while signalling patience of a few days to secure acceptable terms. Negotiations centre on Iran’s nuclear programme, sanctions and the Strait of Hormuz, with US officials stressing military readiness and regional partners joining a defensive shipping mission.
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has threatened to expand the conflict beyond the Middle East if the US and Israel launch new attacks. The warning follows US President Donald Trump's mixed signals on negotiations, and comes amid ongoing diplomatic efforts mediated by Pakistan.
The UK has signed a trade agreement with the Gulf Cooperation Council, potentially generating £3.7 billion annually and removing tariffs on 93% of British goods. The deal has been praised for its economic potential but criticized for omitting a human rights chapter.
A South Korean oil tanker has passed through the Strait of Hormuz, marking the first such transit since the U.S.-Iran war began. The vessel, carrying 2 million barrels of crude oil, received passage approval from Iran. Meanwhile, South Korea's oceans minister opposed Iran's reported push to charge transit fees.
The National Assembly was adjourned for lack of quorum, drawing criticism from within the ruling coalition. Separately, the government denied reports of mass deportations of Pakistanis from the UAE, providing figures of deportations from Gulf countries over five years.
Iran's Supreme National Security Council has formally announced the creation of the Persian Gulf Strait Authority (PGSA) to manage the strategic waterway, a move that has drawn international attention amid ongoing tensions. The authority is set to regulate vessel passage, with provisions for tolls and specialized services, while the US has added it to sanctions lists.
Reports indicate the Trump administration has encouraged the UAE to become more directly involved in the conflict with Iran, with discussions reportedly including the seizure of Iran's Lavan Island. The UAE and Saudi Arabia have conducted secret strikes against Iranian targets in response to Iranian attacks, while the UAE has sought to coordinate with Gulf neighbors.