Iran-Oman Hormuz proposal raises questions over Gulf shipping control
THURSDAY, AUGUST 06, 2026
A proposed Iran-Oman arrangement could give Tehran authority over ships entering the Gulf, but fees, inspections and outbound traffic remain unresolved.
Oil falls sharply as Trump cancels Iran strikes, but Tehran denies talks
TUESDAY, AUGUST 04, 2026
Oil prices dropped more than 5% after Donald Trump said he had called off planned attacks on Iran and claimed talks were under way, though Tehran denied any negotiations were taking place.
Trump holds off fresh Iran attack as hopes rise for quick deal
SUNDAY, AUGUST 02, 2026
US President Donald Trump said he would hold off on a fresh attack on Iran while negotiators seek a nuclear agreement and the full reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
US launches further strikes on Iran amid regional military action
THURSDAY, JULY 30, 2026
Saudi Arabia joined US attacks in Iraq for the first time, while missile fire in Jordan and a suspected drone strike in Egypt widened the five-month conflict.
US pauses Iran strikes as renewed Yemen fighting widens conflict
SUNDAY, JULY 26, 2026
The United States paused its strikes on Iran overnight for the first time in two weeks, but attacks on Jizan and Yanbu and renewed fighting in Yemen widened regional risks.