Possible Iran-US deal: What we know TEHRAN - The United States and Iran appear closer than ever to a deal that would end a war that has engulfed the Middle East and disrupted the global oil market. Bangkok Post · May 24
What Is Iran's 'Hormuz Safe'? The Bitcoin Insurance System for Ships Emerging Amid Gulf Tensions US President Trump cancels a planned strike on Iran after Gulf allies' appeal, while Iran plans a Bitcoin-backed maritime insurance service to bypass Western financial systems. International Business Times UK · May 19
From uranium transfer to frozen assets, US sets 5 conditions in response to Iran’s proposal Iranian media reported on Sunday that the United States “offered no tangible concessions” in its latest response to Tehran’s proposed agenda for negotiations aimed at ending the war that began with joint US-Israeli strikes on February 28 and has remained paused since April 28. The Times of India · May 17
Iranian media says US offered ‘no tangible concessions’ in response to proposal Iran states the United States has not offered any real concessions in its latest response to Iran's peace proposal. The US reportedly demanded Iran operate only one nuclear site and transfer its enriched uranium. Iran's proposal sought an end to hostilities on all fronts, including Israel's actions in Lebanon, and… The Economic Times · May 17
IRGC-linked media outlines plan to tax and control undersea internet cables in the Hormuz Strait — Iran's mouthpiece calls for a cut of $10 trillion of transactions that pulse through the cables daily The oil and shipping choke point of the Strait of Hormuz looks set to become a digital pressure point with internet cabling under threat. Tom’s Hardware · May 11
Iran's Push for Fees on the World's Internet Cables Turns the Strait of Hormuz Into a 20% Global Traffic Weapon Iran plans to charge fees on undersea internet cables in the Strait of Hormuz, aiming to leverage this digital bottleneck for revenue and political influence. International Business Times · May 10
US military denies claim of Iran missile strike on warship in Strait of Hormuz The U.S. military has denied Iranian claims that two missiles struck a U.S. warship attempting to navigate the Strait of Hormuz. Iran's semi-official Fars news agency reported that the warship was hit near Jask island and forced to turn back, following Tehran's warning against U.S. vessels entering the Strait. U.S.… The Independent UK · May 4
Trump Signals No End to War After Rejecting Tehran 14-Point Peace Plan and Critical 30-Day Ultimatum Donald Trump has rejected Iran's 14-point peace proposal, escalating tensions as Tehran prepares for potential conflict. The proposal aimed to end hostilities without addressing nuclear issues. International Business Times UK · May 3
Iran offers strait deal, Trump says he's not satisfied US President Donald Trump said Saturday he will review a new Iranian peace proposal, but cast doubt over its prospects as he left open the possibility of future attacks on Iran. Radio France Internationale · May 2
The Latest: Iran attacks 3 ships in the Strait of Hormuz as Trump indefinitely extends ceasefire U.S. President Donald Trump said the United States was indefinitely extending its ceasefire with Iran as a new round of peace talks was on hold The Independent UK · Apr 22
Iran closes Strait of Hormuz once again, fires on tankers A U.S. official told Axios that at least three attacks on commercial ships have occurred so far Saturday. Axios · Apr 18
Middle East continues to boil: Iran rejects US 48-hour ceasefire proposal Iran has reportedly rejected a US proposal for a 48-hour ceasefire, with an unnamed source citing the offer was delivered via an intermediary. Tehran insists on a guaranteed, permanent end to hostilities and has dismissed claims by US President Trump about seeking a temporary truce. The Times of India · Apr 4
Iran says nuclear facilities hit by strikes after Israel warns attacks 'will escalate' Israel struck several nuclear sites in Iran on Friday, hitting uranium and heavy water facilities with no reported radiation leak, as both sides trade fresh threats amid reports of Washington-Tehran talks. Euronews · Mar 27
Whats Hot · Mar 26 Will Ships Have to Pay to Cross the Strait of Hormuz? Iran Drafts Toll Bill Amid War The ongoing conflict in the Middle East is driving global oil markets deeper into turmoil, as Iran consolidates control over the Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for energy supplies. Tensions have escalated further with warnings from Tehran that the passage could be completely closed if the United States targets…
The Guardian - UK · Mar 24 US set to deploy airborne troops amid Trump claims of ‘very good’ Iran talks Israel and Gulf states targeted by Iran in latest strikes while Tehran denies any negotiations with US to end war
The Independent UK · Mar 24 Iran-US war latest: Oil prices fall after Trump offers ‘15-point’ peace plan and rules out Iran nukes The Pentagon reportedly ordered about 2,000 soldiers from the 82nd Airborne Division to begin moving to the Middle East
International Business Times UK · Mar 23 Is Donald Trump Holding Peace Talks With Iran? POTUS Is Allegedly 'Backing Down' Trump touts 'productive' Iran talks that Tehran denies, widening the gap between rhetoric and reality as conflicting claims cloud war diplomacy and public trust.
The Guardian - UK · Mar 23 Trump claims ‘productive’ talks with Iran but Tehran denies contact US president extends deadline over strait of Hormuz and speculates deal could soon be done to end war
The Independent UK · Mar 19 Iran football chief vows to ‘boycott America, but not the World Cup’ amid bid to move matches to Mexico Iran’s participation in this summer’s World Cup is in doubt after Donald Trump claimed it would not be ‘appropriate’ for them to play ‘for their life and safety’
The Independent UK · Mar 19 Iran will ‘boycott America, but not the World Cup’ – federation president Iran are due to play all three of their group matches in the US.
The Guardian - AU · Mar 15 Iranian foreign minister claims Israeli strikes on fuel depots are ‘ecocide’ – as it happened This blog is closed
The Independent UK · Mar 4 Israel targets Iran's security forces and leadership as Iran presses attacks across the region Explosions sounded in Iran’s capital as the war with the U.S. and Israel entered its fifth day with Israel targeting the Iranian leadership and security forces, and the Islamic Republic responding with missile barrages and swarms of drone attacks on Israel and across the Persian Gulf region
Euronews · Feb 22 Student protests surge in Iran as US weighs limited military strike Videos geolocated at universities in Tehran show students chanting "bi sharaf," or "disgraceful" in Parsi, as clashes erupted against supporters of the government.
Radio France Internationale · Jan 2 France's Iranian diaspora divided over deadly protests back home In France, divisions within the Iranian diaspora over events unfolding in their country of origin look set to deepen further, sharpened by the way people consume information, particularly Persian-language satellite television channels and social media.