Welt·7.7.2026KI-Zusammenfassung Iran-US tensions rise amid Strait of Hormuz incident and nuclear talks deadlock
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that negotiations with Washington will not begin as long as US threats persist, in response to President Trump's ultimatum. Tensions escalated with an incident in the Strait of Hormuz where two commercial ships were reportedly hit by missiles, causing damage but no casualties. European nations are involved in de-mining efforts, with Germany linking its participation to security conditions and the outcome of US-Iran talks.