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The Latest Breaking News from the Strait of Hormuz

'Arash the Archer': The New Iranian Air Defence System That Analysts Say Should Worry Washington

Iran claims its new Arash-e Kamangir air defence system downed a US drone near the Strait of Hormuz, highlighting Tehran's military resilience and strategic implications for US-Iran relations.

International Business Times UK

Iran Vows to Fully Seal the Strait of Hormuz as US Talks Collapse and Oil Surges 7%

Iran has suspended indirect talks with the US and threatened to close the Strait of Hormuz, causing a significant spike in global oil prices.

International Business Times UK

'I don't care if negotiations with Iran are over': Trump dismisses Hormuz oil concerns

US President Donald Trump stated he is unconcerned if talks with Iran end. He also shrugged off worries about oil prices even if Tehran blocks the Strait of Hormuz. Diplomatic efforts between Washington and Tehran appear to be faltering. Iran has halted message exchanges with the US through mediators.

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Iran Guards threaten 'new fronts' over Israel's Lebanon offensive

Iran's Revolutionary Guards threatened to open "new fronts" and keep the Strait of Hormuz closed over Israel's offensive in Lebanon, state media reported on Monday. The Tasnim news agency earlier reported that Iran and its allies would "activate other fronts, including the Bab al-Mandab Strait" at the entrance of the…

The Economic Times

'Sit back and relax': Can Trump afford to go back to war with Iran?

US President Trump's cautious optimism regarding Iran negotiations has been shattered as Tehran suspends talks, citing Israeli actions in Lebanon. This escalation threatens the Strait of Hormuz, reignites military exchanges, and jeopardizes Trump's political standing and economic stability ahead of crucial midterm elections.

The Economic Times

Iran halts peace talks with US after Israel strikes Lebanon, plans to tighten control over Hormuz

Renewed attacks in Lebanon have halted US-Iran message exchanges, with Tehran threatening to block the Strait of Hormuz and activate new fronts. Iran insists on a complete cessation of Israeli operations in Gaza and Lebanon before resuming any talks. Escalating Israeli strikes in Beirut further complicate fragile diplomatic efforts.

The Times of India

The Strait of Hormuz is splitting into U.S. and Iranian lanes as ship traffic picks up even while fighting intensifies

Over the last three weeks, Central Command has guided about 70 ships in and out of the Persian Gulf.

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Iran Halts U.S. Talks Over Israel's Escalation In Lebanon, Local Media Says

Iranian media said on Monday that authorities halted talks with the U.S. over Israel's escalation in Lebanon and would activate its proxies to block the Strait of Hormuz and activate other fronts.

International Business Times

Iran suspends indirect US contacts, threatens wider pressure on key shipping routes

Iran has halted communication with the US through mediators. This action follows attacks on Lebanon. Iran and its allies plan to block the Strait of Hormuz. They also intend to activate other fronts, including the Bab El Mandeb Strait. This is a response to punish Israel and its supporters. No…

The Economic Times

Iran Rejects Trump's Peace Announcement Hours After He Made It: 'Incomplete and Inconsistent With Reality'

Iran's state media refutes Trump's claim of a negotiated peace deal, exposing discrepancies in US-Iran talks and questioning the proximity to a lasting settlement.

International Business Times UK

U.S. Has Quietly Coordinated Passage of Around 70 Commercial Ships Through Strait of Hormuz Over Three Weeks: Report

Iran said on Sunday that 28 vessels, including oil tankers and container ships, crossed the waterway in the previous 24 hours after coordinating with Tehran

Latin Times

India may have found reliable trade route beyond Strait of Hormuz with Oman trade deal

India's new trade pact with Oman, effective June 1, offers strategic importance beyond trade. Oman's location outside the Strait of Hormuz ensures a reliable energy and trade gateway for India, even amidst regional conflicts. This agreement is an investment in India's long-term energy and economic security.

The Economic Times

An LNG glut is on its way

The closure of the Strait of Hormuz and the shutdown of Qatar’s LNG exports have pushed gas prices higher, but the disruption could ultimately lead to a prolonged global LNG glut, according to the analysis. The crisis has exposed the risks of relying on LNG supplies passing through Hormuz, prompting…

The Economic Times

US and Iran exchange fire as peace deal remains in limbo

Washington struck radar and drone sites in Iran over the weekend after Tehran downed a US drone, as Kuwait intercepted Iranian missiles and Trump said a deal "will all work out well in the end".

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The Economic Times

Trump seeks fresh changes to Iran deal; draft includes Hormuz reopening, nuclear curbs: Report

President Donald Trump wants more changes to a proposed Iran deal. The agreement aims for a ceasefire and nuclear talks. It also includes opening the Strait of Hormuz. Iran insists on guarantees for its rights. Pakistan is mediating. The US warns of renewed conflict if terms are not met. Negotiations…

The Times of India

'Low-rating disaster': Donald Trump blasts CNN for claims that Iran deal does not cover nuclear

The latest draft is said to include a 60-day halt in hostilities, provisions for reopening the Strait of Hormuz and a roadmap for restarting negotiations over Iran's nuclear programme. However, no formal agreement has yet been announced. A high-level meeting at the White House on Friday, convened to reach a…

The Economic Times

Oil Price Today (June 1): Crude oil gains over 2% as Israel attacks Iran-backed Hezbollah. What are experts saying?

Oil prices surged over 2% as Israel advanced troops into Lebanon. This escalation follows peace talks and weakens hopes for a U.S.-Iran ceasefire extension. Crude futures saw significant gains. The conflict, a spillover from the Iran war, has impacted global oil flows. Analysts suggest a prolonged Strait of Hormuz closure…

The Economic Times

Oil prices rise more than 2% as Israel steps up incursion into Lebanon

Oil prices surged over 2% as intensified fighting between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon overshadowed hopes for a ceasefire extension with Iran. Stepped-up conflict, despite a prior truce, dimmed expectations for a deal, while concerns over mines in the Strait of Hormuz further tightened supply outlooks.

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International Business Times UK

'We're Gonna Take It to the UN': Rubio Issues Stark Warning to Iran Over Strait of Hormuz Stranglehold

The US, led by Secretary of State Marco Rubio, seeks UN intervention to counter Iran's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global shipping route, amid rising tensions.

The Economic Times

Iran's IRGC says 28 ships passed through Strait of Hormuz in the last 24 hours

Iran's IRGC reports 28 ships transited the Strait of Hormuz under its security. The IRGC states the Persian Gulf's insecurity stems from US actions. Iran recently launched a new body to manage maritime traffic in the strait. The US has imposed sanctions on this body, accusing Iran of extortion.

The Economic Times

France's Macron says 'nothing justifies' south Lebanon escalation

France's President Emmanuel Macron condemns the escalating conflict in south Lebanon. He stresses the urgent need for a US-Iran agreement to ensure regional stability. Macron also calls for the immediate reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. France will support Lebanon's territorial integrity and calls for all weapons to fall silent.

International Business Times

US Warns Of Sanctions Risk If Deals On Strait Of Hormuz Passage Are Struck

The Strait of Hormuz is a key waterway that connects the Persian Gulf to the rest of the world though which a fifth of the world's energy transit was routed. After the US-Israeli strikes began on February 28, the passage of vessels through the Strait has been hit, severely disrupting…

The Economic Times

Iran says no deal with US unless its rights secured

Iran's chief negotiator says Tehran will not agree to any deal with the United States unless Iranian rights are fully secured. Reports suggest Washington has sent a tougher peace proposal. This could delay an agreement to end the Middle East war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Both sides remain…

Euronews

US military says it struck a commercial ship trying to breach blockade and reach Iran

According to the US Central Command, the Gambia-flagged cargo ship Lian Star ignored more than 20 warnings from US forces overnight as it tried to enter an Iranian port.

The Independent UK

As Iran war threatens undersea cables in the Strait of Hormuz, is it time to rethink the internet?

IN FOCUS: Undersea internet cables form the backbone of all worldwide connectivity, enabling bank transfers, messaging, and critical services to function. But as global conflicts threaten crucial chokepoints through which they run, how can the critical cables be protected? Alex Croft reports

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