President Trump announced that negotiations with Iran would begin Monday through intermediaries, following diplomatic outreach by Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, and Iran itself, which he said prompted him to halt a planned "massive attack."
US President Donald Trump announced he halted a planned "massive attack" on Iran following diplomatic outreach from Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, and Iran itself. He stated that negotiations with Iran, through intermediaries, would commence on Monday, expressing hope for a deal on denuclearization and the Strait of Hormuz, though Iranian officials denied any formal agreement.
US President Donald Trump announced that negotiations with Iran would begin Monday through intermediaries, stating that diplomatic efforts by Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, and Iran led him to call off a planned "massive attack." He expressed hope for a deal on denuclearization and the Strait of Hormuz, though Iranian officials rejected his account of an agreement.
Donald Trump claimed he cancelled military strikes against Iran to secure a nuclear deal and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, citing requests from Iran and regional countries. However, Iran denied making such requests, calling it a "new lie," and stated its forces remain on high alert amid ongoing mediation efforts.
Donald Trump announced he is calling off threatened US military strikes on Iran, citing ongoing negotiations with Iran and Middle Eastern countries to finalize a deal. The proposed agreement aims to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and address Iran's nuclear threat, amidst domestic political challenges for Trump.
Donald Trump stated he cancelled planned military strikes against Iran to pursue a rapid deal on its nuclear program and the Strait of Hormuz. Iran's Mehr news agency denied requesting a pause, calling Trump's claim a 'new lie,' as regional tensions remain high with threats of retaliation and reported drone attacks.
President Trump cancelled a planned large-scale military attack on Iran, stating that "perimeters of a deal" have been agreed upon. The decision followed reports of US-Israeli strike preparations and requests from Iran and Middle East countries, with conditions for a quick resolution.
Iranian-aligned Houthis claimed strikes on two Saudi oil tankers, threatening a second global oil chokepoint. This occurred as the US military conducted a 12th night of strikes on Iran, prompting Iranian retaliation against US military posts in Jordan and Kuwait, escalating regional conflict and oil supply concerns.
The US launched strikes on Iran for the 8th consecutive night after 2 US soldiers were killed in an Iranian attack on a US base in Jordan. Kuwait and Bahrain also reported fresh Iranian attacks.
Oil prices jumped 4% as renewed military action between Iran and the US heightened fears over the Strait of Hormuz. Brent crude rose to $79.26 and WTI to $74.53 after Iran expanded strikes to Qatar and UAE, while the US attacked Iranian targets. Shiptracking data shows fewer vessels passing through the strait.
The US and Iran launched fresh military strikes on Thursday, effectively collapsing a fragile ceasefire. The US targeted Iranian military sites, while Iran retaliated against US-linked facilities across the Gulf, escalating fears of a wider regional war.
Global oil prices surged over 1% as US President Trump declared the ceasefire with Iran "over" and fresh US military strikes heightened fears of supply disruptions. Brent crude rose to $79.04 and WTI to $74.46.
India expressed deep concern over escalating West Asia tensions following attacks on commercial shipping, urging restraint and dialogue. The MEA stated these developments risk regional stability and global trade flow, calling for de-escalation after US strikes on Iranian targets.
Nato Secretary General Mark Rutte defended US military strikes on Iran as 'absolutely necessary' following Tehran's alleged attacks on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. The strikes targeted over 80 Iranian sites in retaliation.
Iran's 'Axis of Resistance' is becoming more autonomous, with groups like Hamas, Hezbollah, and Houthis developing independent drone manufacturing capabilities. This shift challenges traditional notions of proxy warfare and complicates efforts by the US and Israel to dismantle these networks.
Donald Trump stated that further engagement with Iran is a "waste of time," calling the Iranians "liars" and expressing doubt about any meaningful outcome from continued negotiations.
President Trump stated the ceasefire with Iran is 'over' and dismissed further engagement as a 'waste of time,' calling Iranians 'liars.' This declaration follows fresh US military strikes on the Islamic Republic.
The U.S. military attacked Iran early Wednesday following Iranian strikes on three ships in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran retaliated with missile alerts in Bahrain and Kuwait. The U.S. also revoked Iran's license for open oil sales, escalating regional tensions.
Oil prices jumped nearly 3% after the US launched military strikes against Iran in response to attacks on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. Fears of escalating conflict threaten a critical oil transit route.
Despite US/Israel efforts to cripple Iran's 'Axis of Resistance,' its proxies like Hamas, Hezbollah, and Houthis are increasingly self-sufficient in drone production, creating a more resilient and unpredictable network.
Ukrainian drones targeted Russia's Omsk oil refinery, its largest, located 2,700km from Ukraine. The attack, confirmed by local authorities, occurred before a Nato summit. Russia claimed most drones were destroyed, with no casualties. President Zelenskyy hailed it as a significant achievement, extending Ukraine's strike capability to Siberia.
The US military conducted strikes on Iran after Tehran launched four drones at commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. One drone hit the Singapore-flagged M/V Ever Lovely, causing damage. President Trump called the attack a 'foolish violation' of a ceasefire agreement.
The U.S. military launched retaliatory strikes against Iran on Friday, targeting missile and drone storage locations and radar sites after accusing Tehran of violating a ceasefire with drone attacks on commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran vowed a swift and decisive response.
US Vice President JD Vance arrived in Switzerland for negotiations with Iran, a day after Tehran declared the Strait of Hormuz closed. Talks involve mediators Pakistan and Qatar. Tensions escalated following an interim agreement to end hostilities, with Iran citing Israeli operations and US "bad faith" for the closure threat.
