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The tanker Agios Fanourios I, flying the Malta flag and transporting oil, passes through the Strait of Hormuz and reaches Iraq’s territorial waters near Basra on Friday. Mohammed Aty/Reuters Iran’s military claims that limitations on ship transit through the Strait…

Iran’s military claims that limitations on the movement of vessels through the Strait of Hormuz are being reinstated, citing “repeated violations of trust” by the United States regarding the ceasefire between both parties. On Friday, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi…

The president previously stated that he was optimistic both parties were close to a settlement, with Iranian sources indicating new discussions are scheduled in Pakistan on Monday. *********************************************************************************** Here’s the most recent. • New round of discussions: US and Iranian…

Thousands of Lebanese are attempting to return home during the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire. Today we’ve provided you with the most recent updates about the Strait of Hormuz, the crucial shipping passage Iran declared it was reopening yesterday, before stating it would…

Since initiating the blockade on Iranian ports on April 13, the US has compelled 23 ships to reverse course, according to US Central Command this morning. “Since the start of the blockade, 23 vessels have followed orders from US forces…

President Donald Trump stated Iran pledged to never shut the strait again, although a US blockade continues as negotiators strive for a resolution to end the conflict. ***************************************************************************************** Here’s the latest • Strait of Hormuz: Iran declared the critical trade…

The Lebanese military has charged Israel with breaching a ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon just hours after it was implemented. At the same time, US President Donald Trump announced that a meeting at the White House between the two countries…

The conflict with Iran will affect global oil and natural gas markets for a long time. Recovery of output in the Gulf region may require approximately two years. The pace of recovery will differ from nation to nation, the leader…

A pause in fighting between Israel and Iran-backed Hezbollah in Lebanon could help pave the way for a deal with Tehran Trump claims progress in Iran talks, even as he threatens to resume war Here’s the latest • Ceasefire in…

Pope Leo XIV celebrates Mass in Algeria during his tour of Africa Simone Risoluti/Vatican Pool/Getty Images Flying to Algeria at the start of his landmark tour of Africa on Monday, Pope Leo had a choice. He could ignore Donald Trump’s…