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Iran to allow no military ships in Hormuz under potential deal with Oman

The latest development comes amid US President Donald Trump's threat to bomb Oman if it “gets in the way," as his administration opposes parts of the evolving agreement.

Euronews

Navigation, jurisdiction, costs: Iran, Oman attempt to hammer out Hormuz deal

Iran and Oman are holding talks to try to reach an interim agreement for a controlled resumption of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz. The two countries have discussed a framework for a “temporary corridor” for shipping, according to a joint statement by the Iranian and Omani foreign ministries. But…

France 24

US 'will achieve nothing' with its economic chokehold, Tehran says

Pezeshkian's words of defiance came as Iran's deputy foreign minister said a deal with Oman would bar all military vessels from the Strait of Hormuz in an escalation of Tehran's demands that drew opposition from Washington, which has previously threatened to bomb Oman if it "gets in the way".

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Iran warns of military ship ban in Hormuz under potential deal with Oman and other Middle East news

Iran will not allow military vessels to transit through the Strait of Hormuz if the agreement the Islamic Republic is negotiating with Oman is finalized

The Independent UK

Iran-US war latest: Trump says Hormuz is a ‘very functioning Strait despite the odd rocket or drone’ in bizarre rant

US president repeats claim that the vital oil waterway is open

The Independent UK

Iran and Oman discuss temporary corridor in Strait or Hormuz

Iran and Oman held talks in Tehran to discuss the management of traffic passing through the Strait of Hormuz, as well as a joint mine-clearing project. Further negotiations are expected to discuss a permanent solution.

Euronews

'Not open tomorrow': Iran FM Gharibabadi says temporary Oman route isn't Strait of Hormuz reopening

Speaking in a television programme on Tuesday night, Gharibabadi said the understanding reached with Oman should not be interpreted as the reopening of the strait.

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Trump claims Iran 'collapsing' as US threatens 'economic D-Day'

WASHINGTON (UNITED STATES) - US President Donald Trump said Monday that Iran was "collapsing" as Washington prepared to announce the details of a new economic pressure campaign that Tehran has derided as an admission of defeat.

Bangkok Post

US unveils expanded sanctions aimed at Iran's 'economic asphyxiation'

The US on Monday announced an expansion of secondary sanctions it hopes will "sever every economic lifeline" that sustains ‌Iran, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said at a press conference. The expanded sanctions target Iran's digital assets, technology, gold, aviation and shipping sectors.

France 24

Trump calls Strait of Hormuz ‘American territory’, warns Iran over nuclear arms

President Trump stated Iran must not obtain nuclear weapons. He also declared the Strait of Hormuz as American territory. Iran rejected these claims, promising to correct the delusions. Tensions remain high over the strategic waterway and its global energy supplies. Both nations continue asserting control and issuing warnings.

The Economic Times

Iran-US war latest: Trump declares ‘Economic D-Day’ and vows sanctions against any nation helping Tehran

Trump warned countries against oil smuggling and cash transfers with Iran

The Independent UK

Oil Price Today (August 19): Crude oil nears $92/barrel as Trump claims US in no talks with Iran. What lies ahead?

Crude oil prices edged closer to $92 a barrel on August 19 as escalating Middle East tensions and diplomatic stalemates between the US and Iran stoked global supply worries. Analysts at Goldman Sachs and JPMorgan warn Brent could spike past $110 if Strait of Hormuz shipping disruptions persist.

The Economic Times

‘All trade, commercial exchanges halted’: How UAE responded to Iran’s latest ballistic missile attack

The United Arab Emirates has suspended all trade, commercial exchanges and financial transactions with Iran after accusing Tehran of launching two ballistic missiles towards the Gulf state, dealing a fresh blow to efforts to ease tensions between the two countries.

The Times of India

Trump Calls the Strait of Hormuz 'New U.S. Territory' — Tehran Says It Will Never Belong to Washington

Trump branded the Strait of Hormuz "New U.S. Territory" on Truth Social. Iran fired back; legal experts say a post can't redraw a border.

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International Business Times UK

Trump Posts Map Labelling Strait of Hormuz New U.S. Territory; Iran Official Calls It a 'Delusion'

Donald Trump has intensified tensions with Iran by suggesting the Strait of Hormuz is US territory, prompting a strong response from Tehran and highlighting ongoing geopolitical disputes.

Euronews

Trump says 'no talks' taking place with Iran and claims Strait of Hormuz is 'open and operating'

The president had earlier posted an image of a map showing the Strait as a new US territory, appearing to restate his threat to claim sovereignty over the passage from last week.

The Economic Times

Oman negotiations, reopening of Hormuz are two separate issues: Iranian FM Abbas Araghchi

Iran's foreign minister stated Hormuz Strait talks with Oman are technical. These discussions focus on updating vessel navigation routes for transit. Reopening the Strait depends on Washington fulfilling specific conditions. Iranian officials rejected US President Trump's claims about Hormuz Strait territory. Iran asserts command over the Strait of Hormuz, which…

International Business Times

Defiant Iran Spits Fire. Middle East Peace Hopes Flounder Amid Rage

A defiant Iran has said the United States and should accept defeat and President Donald Trump termed Iran as evil as the war of words and the Middle East conflict continues unabated. Iran's defiance is seen as a sign of proclaiming to the global community that Tehran has no urgency…

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The Economic Times

Iran defiant on strait as Trump tells Americans to accept high gas prices

Iran has rejected US claims of control over the Strait of Hormuz and demanded Washington accept its conditions before shipping resumes. The conflict continues to disrupt oil traffic, push up US fuel prices and raise concerns about wider regional escalation.

France 24

Israel wants 'more serious' talks with Lebanon after deadly strikes

Israel wants "more serious" US-brokered talks with Lebanon, a spokesman for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Saturday. Earlier Hezbollah said that Israeli attacks on Lebanon would be met with an "appropriate" response and urged Lebanese authorities to halt "humiliating" negotiations with Israel after strikes on the country's south killed…

The Times of India

‘Pretty soon’: Trump vows to claim Hormuz as US territory; Iran hits back

US President Donald Trump Friday said the United States will soon declare the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz a territory of the US, escalating his rhetoric over the waterway at the centre of the ongoing conflict with Iran.

Latin Times

Iran Says Hormuz Stays Half-Shut Until Washington Bends — Even as an Oman Deal Nears

Iran says Hormuz won't fully reopen until the US yields, even as Tehran and Oman near a deal to split control of the strait.

The Guardian - UK

Iran plots to deal Trump a blow in midterms by keeping him entangled in war

By dragging out talks, Tehran aims to damage the US president politically – but some fear a bruised and weakened Trump could lash back

International Business Times

A Deal To Reopen The Strait Of Hormuz Appears To Be Close; But Iranian Media Says It Excludes U.S. And Israeli Ships

The deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz would exclude American and Israeli ships from transiting, according to Iran's state outlet Fars.

International Business Times

Iran Reportedly Threatens Gulf States With More Strikes If Trump Doesn't End Attacks. Oil Rises.

Oil is rising on Thursday even as discussions to reopen the Strait of Hormuz appear to be making progress.

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