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Iran's Revolutionary Guards have warned that vessels crossing the Strait of Hormuz without authorization will be dealt with, as Tehran and Washington clash over fees and control of the waterway. Oman has announced an alternative route close to its shore, while Indonesia and Singapore vow to keep the Strait of Malacca accessible.
On day 118 of the Iran war, Iran's Revolutionary Guard warned against an alternative shipping route in the Strait of Hormuz, while US Secretary of State Marco Rubio arrived in Bahrain for Gulf Cooperation Council talks. Tehran called its interim deal with Washington a 'declaration of America's defeat,' and the US sought to reassure Gulf allies of its commitment to their interests.
Oil prices slide as traffic picks up in the Strait of Hormuz, yet shipping uncertainty persists amid US-Iran toll disagreements. The US Treasury has barred dollar-based Iranian oil sales after tanker attacks, leaving over 60 million barrels stranded, while a Chinese AC factory races to meet European demand.
South Korea's benchmark KOSPI index surged 5.42% on Thursday, closing at 8,930.30, as a strong earnings report from U.S. chipmaker Micron Technology sparked a rally in semiconductor stocks. The index briefly surpassed the 9,000-point mark before closing lower. Institutional buying drove the gains, while foreign and retail investors were net sellers.
French President Emmanuel Macron hosted Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni in Antibes for their first bilateral summit since a 2021 strategic alliance treaty came into force. The talks focused on deepening cooperation in defence, nuclear energy, and space, against a backdrop of recent tensions between Meloni and US President Donald Trump.
US President Donald Trump said it may never be known who was at fault for the February 28 strike on a girls' school in Minab, Iran, that killed more than 175 people, mostly children. Initial internal US military investigations suggested US forces were likely responsible, but the Pentagon has not acknowledged preliminary findings. Trump has alternated between blaming Iran and saying it was a mistake.
In two editorials, Dawn argues that the US has rarely reflected on its foreign policy failures, pointing to the unpopular Iran war and the ongoing negotiations as a moment for reckoning. The newspaper also contrasts America's 250th anniversary with the global attention on Ayatollah Khamenei's funeral, urging a radical foreign policy rethink.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio discussed the US-Iran deal with UAE and Kuwaiti leaders, reaffirming Washington’s commitment to Gulf security. The 14-point memorandum does not address ballistic missile concerns, and Rubio warned against any tolls on the Strait of Hormuz.
South Korean-operated vessels continue to clear the Strait of Hormuz following the U.S.-Iran ceasefire, with the total number of exits reaching 11 as of late June. Officials report 13 South Korean-linked ships remain in the waterway, and the HMM Namu is expected to depart in late July after repairs.
US President Donald Trump expressed disappointment with NATO allies for not offering support during the US-Israel war on Iran, saying 'We were let down.' NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte defended European contributions, noting thousands of US flights took off from European bases. Trump also praised Turkey's president for staying out of the conflict.
Leaders of the E5 nations met in Berlin, pledging to deepen NATO-Ukraine ties and increase defense spending. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said the time for negotiations with Russia will come, while stressing Europe's continued support for Ukraine.
A viral clip from the US-Iran talks in Switzerland sparked online claims that Qatar's Prime Minister snubbed US Vice President JD Vance. The Qatari PM and the White House have both rejected the narrative, with officials pointing to Iranian propaganda and the video being taken out of context.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Vice President JD Vance have both rejected any tolls on the Strait of Hormuz, with Vance emphasizing that international waterways must remain free. The statements come amid a 60-day negotiation period between Washington and Tehran, while South Korea-linked ships remain trapped in the strait.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer's resignation has drawn reactions from European leaders, with French President Emmanuel Macron pledging to continue their joint policy. Starmer was a key figure in Europe's 'coalition of the willing' for Ukraine, and his departure may affect momentum in European security efforts.
US Energy Secretary Chris Wright said more than 100 commercial vessels passed through the Strait of Hormuz in the past two days, with oil flows back to pre-crisis levels. Tehran has threatened to close the strait until a ceasefire in Lebanon and lifting of oil sanctions.
US President Donald Trump stated that Iran is making 'very big concessions' in negotiations with the United States, as reported by TASS. A memorandum of understanding for a ceasefire was reportedly signed, with talks mediated by Qatar and Pakistan. Trump also discussed a potential deal with regional leaders, including Israel's prime minister.
Dmitry Medvedev, deputy chairman of Russia's Security Council, said at the St. Petersburg International Legal Forum that Western nations do not have a deliberate strategy to provoke Russia into using nuclear weapons, as they understand the consequences of such a conflict. He also criticized NATO, saying its unity evaporates in real war, citing the aftermath of strikes on Iran and the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.
Analysts and former officials say the emerging US-Iran deal is a significant blow to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's political brand, undermining his image as the leader who could steer Washington's Iran policy. The war with Iran, once seen as an opportunity to reshape the Middle East, may now be remembered as the conflict that exposed Israel's dependence on US approval and deepened divisions between Washington and Jerusalem.
President Donald Trump has directed the Department of Justice to investigate oil companies for allegedly failing to lower gasoline prices in line with falling oil costs, describing the situation as price gouging. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent issued a parallel warning to retailers, urging them to act as 'good actors' ahead of the Fourth of July holiday.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has rejected Iran's proposal to charge service fees for vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz, calling it a path to 'total chaos'. The dispute is a key sticking point in ongoing US-Iran negotiations, with Gulf states also voicing concerns over Iran's regional role.