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The Latest Breaking News from the Strait of Hormuz

US Centcom says Iran does not control Hormuz after Tehran closes strait over Israeli strikes in Lebanon

Iran has declared the Strait of Hormuz closed following Israeli strikes in Lebanon, citing violations of a ceasefire. However, the US Central Command disputes Iran's control over the vital waterway, emphasizing its commitment to ensuring uninterrupted maritime traffic. US forces are closely monitoring the situation to safeguard commercial shipping and…

The Economic Times

Iran delegation, led by Speaker Ghalibaf, arrives in Switzerland for first round of technical talks with US

An Iranian delegation, led by Parliament Speaker Ghalibaf, has arrived in Zurich for crucial technical talks with the US. This follows a recent memorandum of understanding aimed at de-escalating tensions in West Asia and reopening the Strait of Hormuz. US Vice President JD Vance is also en route to Switzerland…

The Economic Times

US disputes Iranian claims about closing Strait of Hormuz as negotiators head to Switzerland

Crucial peace discussions between the US and Iran kicked off in Switzerland, shadowed by diverging narratives surrounding the Strait of Hormuz. Despite a ceasefire arrangement, Iran's Revolutionary Guard insisted the strait was closed, a statement challenged by the US military, which confirmed ongoing shipping activity. The aim is to forge…

The Economic Times

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Trump warns of US tolls in Hormuz if final Iran agreement fails

US president Donald Trump said on Saturday that Washington could impose tolls on vessels transiting through the Strait of Hormuz if a final agreement with Iran is not reached, describing the potential charges as payment for US security services in the region.

The Times of India

Iran says closed Strait of Hormuz as US deal hits obstacle ahead of Swiss talks

Iran said Saturday it had closed the Strait of Hormuz in response to Israel’s military campaign in Lebanon, while warning that upcoming talks with the United States in Switzerland are unlikely to advance unless the fighting stops. President Donald Trump countered by threatening US-imposed tolls on shipping through the strategic…

France 24

Trump threatens to charge US tolls in Strait of Hormuz if final Iran deal not reached in 60 days

U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened to impose U.S. tolls in the Strait of Hormuz if a final deal with Iran isn't reached in 60 days

AAP

Pump Prices Offer a Rare Reprieve for Drivers, Yet the Volatile Trade-off With Tehran Could Force Consumers to Pay in Other Ways

If you’re filling up your tank this weekend, savor the savings because they might not last.

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A deal in 'dire straits'? Israel's former Prime Minister Ehud Olmert talks to France 24

Just days after President Trump hailed a 60-day peace agreement with Iran, elements of the deal appear to be unravelling. Tehran has announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, despite a provision in the agreement guaranteeing the safe passage of commercial vessels

France 24

US-Iran talks begin Sunday as Tehran closes the strait over Lebanon fighting

Iran has closed the Strait of Hormuz due to Israel's ongoing attacks in Lebanon

AAP

More fuel relief for motorists with halfway measure

Motorists will receive an extended discount on fuel but the savings will be lower as the government weighs budget costs against higher bowser prices.

AAP

Shipping companies will decide when the Strait of Hormuz is truly open—not the U.S. or Iran—and the latest deal is already sowing confusion

"Will the Iranian announcement be enough to deter them? Or will Iran need to resort to force and directly violate the MOU's terms?"

Fortune

US-Iran talks begin Sunday in Switzerland as Tehran closes the strait over Lebanon fighting

Iran has closed the Strait of Hormuz due to Israel's ongoing attacks in Lebanon

AAP

Hormuz Shut, Lebanon In Dire Straits, Peace Talks Steer To Swiss Setting

Iran said on Saturday it has shut the Strait of Hormuz just days after a peace deal to end hostilities in the Middle East was signed with the US, in response to Israeli strikes in Lebanon that killed dozens.

International Business Times

Hormuz closed again: Will the US-Iran MoU soon sink in the strait?

Iran has closed the Strait of Hormuz, citing Israeli actions in Lebanon, a move that plunged a new US-Iran deal into crisis. The agreement aimed to freeze multiple conflicts, including Lebanon, in exchange for sanctions relief. Iran's actions suggest a strategy of exerting pressure for concessions rather than abandoning the…

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US-Iran talks to begin Sunday in Switzerland as Tehran closes the strait over Lebanon fighting

Iran has closed the Strait of Hormuz again, citing Israeli attacks in Lebanon and U.S. "bad faith" in their interim agreement on the war

The Economic Times

US military 'vigilant' after Iran announces Hormuz closure

The US military said Saturday it remained "present and vigilant" in the Strait of Hormuz, shortly after Iran announced it was closing the critical shipping lane. "US forces remain present and vigilant to ensure all aspects of the agreement with Iran are adhered to, obeyed, and in full force and…

AAP

US-Iran talks to begin Sunday in Switzerland but Tehran closes the strait over Lebanon fighting

Iran has closed the Strait of Hormuz again, citing Israeli attacks in Lebanon and U.S. "bad faith" in their interim agreement on the war

The Economic Times

Pakistan says technical-level Iran-US talks on interim deal will begin Sunday in Switzerland

Pakistan announced technical talks between Iran and the US on their interim deal will commence in Switzerland, with Qatar mediating. This comes as Iran, angered by Israeli attacks in Lebanon, declared the Strait of Hormuz closed again and expressed skepticism about the upcoming negotiations. The ongoing conflict in Lebanon, which…

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The Times of India

Iran closes Hormuz Strait again over Israel attacks on Lebanon that killed over 20

Before the closure, ships seeking passage through the strait while the interim agreement remained in force were required to submit transit requests at least 48 hours before arrival. Meanwhile, United States vice president JD Vance said he was confident the ceasefire could hold, adding that there was no evidence Iran…

AAP

Iran's military command says Strait of Hormuz is closed again, citing Israeli attacks in Lebanon

Iran's joint military command says the Strait of Hormuz has been closed again, citing Israeli attacks in Lebanon and U.S. "bad faith" and "its clear breach of its commitments" by failing to end the war

The Economic Times

Iran shuts the doors to Strait of Hormuz; alleges US, Israeli violations of ceasefire MOU

Iran has declared the Strait of Hormuz closed, citing alleged violations of a recent Middle East war ceasefire by the US and Israel. This move, described as a "first step" by Iran's military, signals potential further action if perceived aggression persists. The announcement precedes crucial talks between Iranian and US…

International Business Times UK

Why Lawmakers on Both Sides of the Aisle Are Calling Donald Trump's Iran Deal a 'Political Disaster'

Donald Trump's Iran deal faces backlash as Iran's Revolutionary Guards keep the Strait of Hormuz closed, defying agreement terms and complicating diplomatic efforts.

The Economic Times

Iraq projects oil production to return to pre-war levels within two months

Iraq anticipates a swift return to pre-war oil production levels within two months, following a recent US-Iran deal that eased the Strait of Hormuz blockade. The conflict had severely impacted exports, forcing production cuts. As shipments resume through the vital waterway, Iraq's oil ministry is optimistic about restoring its significant…

The Times of India

New regime over Hormuz? How Iran seeks to tighten control after US peace deal

Iran's new Strait Authority is mandating insurance for ships in the Strait of Hormuz, raising fears of future passage fees. While currently free, this move follows a 60-day interim agreement to restore traffic. Observers suggest Iran is establishing a new regulatory framework, potentially challenging international maritime law. Discussions with Oman…

Evening Standard

Iran demands ships apply to use Strait of Hormuz in snub to UK and G7 allies

Tehran’s Persian Gulf Strait Authority says vessels have to request passage through the strategic waterway.

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