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Peace on edge: Iran threatens payback as Beirut strike tests Trump’s deal
Iran has issued a stern warning to Israel following an attack on Beirut's southern suburbs. A senior Iranian military official stated that these actions will not be left without a response. Brigadier General Mohammad Jafar Asadi, deputy commander of Iran's highest military command, made the declaration. Tehran has indicated a retaliatory measure is imminent. The situation remains tense.
Qatari delegation arrives in Tehran for Iran-US negotiations: Iranian media
A Qatari delegation is in Tehran to discuss diplomatic progress between Iran and the United States. The visit focuses on a memorandum of understanding aimed at ending a conflict. This comes amid domestic protests in Iran against a potential peace agreement.
Lebanon reports strikes on south, east as Israel issues broad evacuation warnings
Israeli forces struck southern Lebanon, prompting evacuations from Nabatieh and over 20 other areas. This comes as the US and Iran near a deal to end the Middle East war, potentially including Lebanon. Hezbollah reported drone attacks and clashes with Israeli troops. Lebanon faces a critical juncture as leaders call for unity and a sovereign state.
Proposed US-Iran deal hinges on plan of sequenced rewards
President Donald Trump’s proposed Iran deal follows a phased approach under which the Strait of Hormuz would reopen first, while Iran would receive economic benefits only after meeting specific US conditions. The agreement would leave the key issue of Iran’s nuclear programme to a separate 60-day negotiation process, raising concerns that the ceasefire could remain fragile.
Strait of Hormuz is reopening after this Sunday? Donald Trump shares major update on US-Iran deal
Iran has insisted it will maintain control over the Strait of Hormuz, a key maritime trade route for oil and gas shipments from the Gulf.
Indian seafarers' deaths, disputed attacks and a widening US-Iran blame game
India watches closely as the US and Iran trade accusations over maritime incidents. Both nations present conflicting accounts of negotiations and military achievements. These disputes directly impact India, with its seafarers caught in the middle and its energy security at stake. The war over narratives is as crucial as battlefield developments.
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Donald Trump, Narendra Modi look to repair ties in shadow of new US strikes
A potential meeting between Indian Prime Minister Modi and US President Trump could reset strained ties following recent attacks on Indian-crewed vessels in the Gulf of Oman. Analysts suggest this incident, while concerning, is unlikely to derail broader efforts to improve relations, with both leaders focused on larger geopolitical issues.
Trump’s Iran deal slowed by couriers in complex peace process
Despite President Donald Trump repeatedly saying a US-Iran deal is near, negotiations remain slow and uncertain. Talks rely on indirect channels, couriers, intermediaries and delayed communications, with responses often taking days.
Dollar steadies on ceasefire prospects, PPI eases pressure on Fed
The dollar strengthened Friday after President Trump's decision to cancel planned attacks on Iran, suggesting a potential ceasefire deal. This news also led to a drop in Brent crude prices. Meanwhile, U.S. producer prices rose less than expected, easing inflation concerns and shifting Fed rate hike expectations to December.
Trump cancels Iran strikes after high-level peace talks, blockade to continue
US President Donald Trump has cancelled planned strikes on Iran. Discussions for a ceasefire have been approved by Washington, Israel, and other nations. A naval blockade will continue until a peace deal is finalized. Details of the agreement are expected soon. Iran has not yet confirmed approval of any text for a deal.
Trump's latest threats to Iran may collide with a hard reality
US President Trump threatens Iran with severe military action, including seizing oil infrastructure. However, the US faces a critical shortage of missiles and interceptors. This comes after extensive military aid to Ukraine and recent operations. The Pentagon is meeting defense executives to boost production. This constraint could impact the duration and intensity of any future conflict with Iran.
UAE and Iran conduct first face-to-face meeting to try deescalating Middle East tensions
US-Iran war: Senior security officials from the United Arab Emirates and Iran met face-to-face for the first time since the US-Israeli war began. This meeting signals a major shift in their relationship. Both nations acknowledge the need for calmer ties. The UAE seeks to protect its economic ambitions. Iran also values the UAE as a key trading partner.
Iran closes Strait of Hormuz, warns it will shoot vessels; strikes US Fifth Fleet in Bahrain again
Tensions between the United States and Iran have surged. Iran struck American military sites in Bahrain and Kuwait. The Strait of Hormuz was declared closed to all ships. The US Central Command denied the closure and Iranian claims of striking ships. President Trump accused Iran of delaying peace talks. Both nations exchanged strikes on military targets.
Iran warns Mideast truce 'practically meaningless' after US strikes
Iran declared the Middle East war ceasefire practically meaningless following fresh US strikes. Tehran responded with attacks across the region. Mediators are pursuing backchannel talks despite the escalation. The United States stated it will negotiate with bombs if required. Iran renewed warnings over the Strait of Hormuz, a vital shipping lane.
US and Iran trade attacks for a second day, undermining shaky ceasefire
United States and Iran exchanged air strikes for a second day. President Trump vowed more attacks if Iran does not agree to a peace deal. Tensions escalated after a US helicopter was downed near the Strait of Hormuz. Iran claimed to have closed the strait, a claim the US denied. Fighting also continues in Lebanon.
US launches new strikes after Trump threatens to attack Iran 'very hard'
The US launched a new round of overnight strikes on multiple targets in Iran, with President Donald Trump warning of further attacks unless Tehran quickly agrees to a peace deal. The strikes targeted Iranian air defence and radar sites near the Strait of Hormuz after a US helicopter was downed earlier this week.
US-Iran war: Oil seen averaging at $105 per barrel in June, July as brent remains below $100 a barrel
Iran war impact: Oil prices are projected to average $105 per barrel in June and July. This forecast assumes continued Strait of Hormuz disruptions and falling global oil stocks. Despite recent strikes between the US and Iran, prices remain below $100. Markets anticipate a truce and negotiations. Global demand destruction also limits price increases.
Trump says Iran's military 'completely defeated', warns Tehran will 'pay the price'
US President Donald Trump asserted that Iran's military has been "completely defeated," claiming its naval and air forces are virtually non-existent. He further described Iran's military as a "complete and total mess." Trump issued a stern warning, stating Tehran would "have to pay the price" if a deal with Washington is not reached.
Trump says Iran peace deal just 2-3 days away
US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that he was in the "final throes" of reaching a Middle East peace deal. "We're in the final throes of what will be a very, very good deal," he told reporters on his return from an NBA Finals game.
Netanyahu, Trump at odds over the war they started together
Israel's recent strikes on Lebanon and Iran reveal diverging war aims between President Trump and Prime Minister Netanyahu. While Trump seeks to de-escalate and reopen trade routes, Netanyahu prioritizes eliminating Hezbollah threats, creating political friction despite public assurances of alignment.
'He doesn't call the shots': Trump overrules Netanyahu as Iran missiles hit Israel, peace deal in jeopardy
President Donald Trump asked Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to refrain from retaliating against Iran's missile attacks. Trump stated that such action would jeopardize ongoing peace deal negotiations. He urged Iran to return to the negotiating table. Trump mentioned that a deal was very close to being signed. He also criticized Israel's strikes on Beirut.
Pakistan's interior minister is in Tehran as the US downs more Iranian drones over Hormuz
Pakistan's interior minister is in Tehran to revive Iran-U.S. negotiations. This comes as U.S. forces downed Iranian drones near the Strait of Hormuz. Fighting between Israel and Hezbollah continues despite a ceasefire extension. Israel struck Beirut suburbs in response to earlier rocket fire. The conflict impacts global trade and risks a hunger crisis.
Strait of Hormuz: Iran-U.S. war is far from over. Here's why
Iran’s Revolutionary Guard said it had targeted the Ali Al Salem air base, which hosts U.S. forces in Kuwait, and the U.S. Navy’s 5th Fleet in Bahrain, according to the state-run IRNA news agency. The U.S. military said there were no reports of harm to U.S. personnel.
Obama casts a long shadow as a hefty Iran bill lands on Trump’s desk
Iran seeks billions in frozen assets for a deal with the US. Trump previously criticized his predecessor, Barack Obama, for similar financial concessions to Iran. Now, negotiations stall as Iran insists on immediate access to its funds. This demand presents a political challenge for Trump, who built his Iran policy on rejecting Obama's approach.
US strikes Iranian sites after Iran launches drones, in latest Gulf flare-up
U.S. forces struck Iranian coastal radar sites after shooting down four Iranian drones targeting maritime traffic near the Strait of Hormuz. Iran retaliated by attacking U.S. bases in Kuwait and Bahrain, leading to condemnations and further complicating indirect negotiations for a ceasefire.
Iran targets Bahrain and Kuwait after renewed US strikes
Iran launched missile attacks on Bahrain and Kuwait after renewed US strikes. This action has intensified regional conflict and threatened a fragile truce. Weeks of negotiations have failed to secure a peace deal. The Strait of Hormuz remains a critical global trade route. Tensions rose significantly with these exchanges of fire.
US military says it shot down Iranian drones launched toward Strait of Hormuz
The US military shot down four Iranian drones near the Strait of Hormuz and struck coastal radar sites in response, escalating tensions. This action comes as the Trump administration increases pressure on Iran, impacting regional maritime traffic and global energy prices. The US also boarded a sanctioned oil tanker and imposed new sanctions on Iran's energy sector.
Strait of Hormuz boils again: Iranian drones launched toward global oil corridor shot down, says U.S military
Iran war: U.S. Central Command said it hit the radar sites, including an island in the Strait of Hormuz, “to defend against further attacks.”
War will end when fighting stops in Lebanon as well: Iran
In another development, a potential agreement between Washington and Tehran hinges on US President Donald Trump's administration agreeing to release $24 billion in frozen Iranian assets, CNN quoted Mohsen Rezaei, an adviser to Iran's supreme leader, as saying on Friday. Iran has made a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah a condition for any peace deal with Washington to resolve the regional war, now in its fourth month, and restart shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.
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