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Strait of Hormuz
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Trump Announces Aid Package for Iran Amid Humanitarian Crisis
President Donald Trump announced new aid measures for Iran, citing a humanitarian crisis and confirming that Tehran has agreed to strict, long-term nuclear inspections.
United States Suspends Iranian Oil Sanctions Until August 2026
The US Treasury has paused sanctions on Iranian oil exports through August 2026, citing progress in maritime security negotiations and cooperation with nuclear inspectors.
Iran Sets New Requirements for Final Strait of Hormuz Talks
Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi announced that the nation seeks oil export waivers and the release of frozen assets as prerequisites for concluding talks with the United States.
US and Iran initiate Switzerland talks as Tehran claims Hormuz Strait closure
US and Iranian officials have gathered in Switzerland for diplomatic talks despite Tehran's claim of closing the Strait of Hormuz following Israeli strikes in Lebanon.
Tehran halts passage through Strait of Hormuz following Israeli strikes in Lebanon
Iran has suspended maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, citing Israeli military strikes in Lebanon as a violation of its regional agreements.
US and Iran Trade Military Strikes as Strained Negotiations Continue
US forces conducted strikes on Iranian radar sites after a drone was shot down, while Tehran retaliated by targeting an American-linked base in Kuwait amid stalled ceasefire negotiations.
US Military Targets Iranian Missile Installations and Boats
The US military launched strikes against Iranian missile sites and boats near Bandar Abbas, citing defensive needs while diplomatic negotiations regarding a ceasefire and nuclear policy remain ongoing.
Iran Downplays Imminence of Agreement with Washington
Iran's foreign ministry says that while progress has been made in talks with the US, a final agreement is not yet imminent, despite optimism from Washington.
Optimism over US-Iran peace accord drives drop in oil prices
Oil prices fell sharply on Monday following reports that the United States and Iran are nearing a peace deal that could reopen the vital Strait of Hormuz.
Iran Claims Monitoring of 35 Vessels in Strait of Hormuz
The IRGC confirms 35 ships passed through the Strait of Hormuz as Iran pushes forward with a controversial plan to impose tolls and security oversight on international maritime traffic.