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Two tankers hit by 'unknown projectile' or debris in Strait of Hormuz

Two tankers were hit in the Strait of Hormuz on Monday by either an "unknown projectile" or debris, a maritime security agency said. United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations added that at least two crew members were injured in the first incident, and both vessels will continue to their next port…

France 24

A projectile strikes a tanker as it sails into the Strait of Hormuz, and other Mideast developments

The British military says an “unknown projectile” struck a tanker as it entered the Strait of Hormuz

The Independent UK

Iran-US war latest: Trump threatens to ‘blow the entire nation up’ after Tehran warns of ‘painful strikes’

The US president said choices include “wiping them out, letting Iran rot economically, or making a deal”

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New attacks in Hormuz and Saudi test nerves as war's spread worsens oil disruption

US Iran war news: Maritime trackers reported an attack on a ship in the Strait of Hormuz. Saudi Arabia shut down its vital East-West oil pipeline after a drone strike. Ongoing attacks in the region could send energy prices even higher. Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman asked for U.S. military…

The Economic Times

Fresh strike on vessel in Hormuz, Houthi takeover of Bab el-Mandeb Strait sees West Asia simmer as BRICS calls for peace

A vessel was struck by an unknown projectile while transiting the Strait of Hormuz. Yemen's Houthis seized a key Red Sea port and struck Saudi Arabia. Iran and Oman agreed on new entry and exit routes for the Strait of Hormuz. BRICS nations called for maximum restraint and peace in…

The Economic Times

Iran and US strike tankers in biggest shipping attack since war began

Iran and the US on Wednesday traded their biggest wave of attacks on shipping since the war began, with Iran saying it struck 10 vessels near the Strait of Hormuz after US forces sank five Iranian oil tankers. Brent crude oil surged above $100 a barrel as fears grew over…

France 24

Iran's president says Iran would return to ceasefire agreement if US does, and other Mideast news

Iran’s president says his country is ready to return to the ceasefire deal agreed to with the United States in June so long as Washington follows suit

The Independent UK

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US forces strike Iranian launchers on Larak island in Strait of Hormuz

US forces struck Iranian rocket launchers on the Strait of Hormuz in the first military action in a month, a US official said Sunday. ⁠Iran's ⁠Revolutionary Guards said the attack on Larak island ‌killed and wounded ⁠several Iranian fighters and civilians, and ‌vowed to punish those responsible.

France 24

Regional powers seek off-ramp from Iran war, and other Middle East developments

Regional powers are seeking an off-ramp from the Iran war as another tanker attack is reported in the Strait of Hormuz

The Independent UK

Oil Tanker Crippled by Mystery Projectile off Oman in Strait of Hormuz Amid Iran Sanctions War

An oil tanker was disabled in the Strait of Hormuz after being hit by an unknown projectile, escalating tensions between the US and Iran and raising concerns over global energy supply routes.

International Business Times UK

Fewer than 20 ships cross Strait of Hormuz over weekend as US-Iran blockades choke key oil route

Fewer than twenty commodity vessels transited the Strait of Hormuz over the weekend. Initial data showed four vessels crossed on Sunday and thirteen on Saturday. Overall traffic volumes remained suppressed in the week to August 21. Vessels aborted transit plans or switched routes after attacks occurred. Traffic remains well below…

The Economic Times

Iran’s Security Chief Declares ‘Post-American Order,’ Mocks Trump’s Strait of Hormuz Claim: ‘The Gap Between…’

Iran’s Secretary of the Supreme National Security Council, Mohsen Rezaee, pushed back against President Donald Trump‘s claim that the Strait of Hormuz was a U.S. territory on Tuesday amid escalating tensions between Washington and Tehran.

Benzinga

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.

International Business Times UK

Ship attacked during Strait of Hormuz transit and other news from the Middle East

A ship was hit by a projectile while sailing out of the Strait of Hormuz

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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 Independent UK

Iran-US war latest: Trump claims Strait of Hormuz is open with all mines removed after declaring it ‘new US territory’

Negotiations between the parties remain deadlocked as the waterway remains largely closed

Benzinga

Iran’s New Security Chief Mohsen Razaei Sets Conditions for Reopening Strait of Hormuz: ‘Message Is Clear’

Iran’s newly appointed Secretary of the Supreme National Security Council, Mohsen Razaei, warns that the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed until the U.S. agrees to Iranian demands, including a ceasefire in Lebanon and Gaza.

Benzinga

Gavin Newsom Says Strait of Hormuz Is Closed Despite Trump's Claims—UKMTO Reports Explosion Near Vessel

Gov. Gavin Newsom (D-CA) has slammed President Donald Trump‘s claims that the deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz is close.

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France 24

Israel refuses to withdraw from more south Lebanon areas at talks

Israel told talks in Rome on Thursday it would not withdraw from additional areas of southern Lebanon until the Lebanese army established full control over two initial "pilot zones", a Lebanese presidential source said. Follow our liveblog for the latest developments. Read our blog to see how the day's events…

The Guardian - UK

Rubio hopes US can reach Hormuz deal with Iran ‘very shortly’ as officials say progress has been made – as it happened

US secretary of state comments come after treasury secretary, Scott Bessent, said Washington could reach a deal ‘by tomorrow’

The Economic Times

Status of US-Iran talks uncertain as ship struck in Strait of Hormuz

US-Iran war news: Confusion reigns as the United States and Iran send mixed messages about their negotiating status. President Trump insists discussions are progressing, while Iran firmly denies any ongoing dialogue. Furthermore, a recent attack on shipping in the strategic Strait of Hormuz highlights the vulnerabilities to energy transport. As…

Benzinga

Trump Calls Iran Deal a ‘Last Chance’ as Tehran Denies Talks; Dow Futures Gain 95 Points, Oil Prices Climb Above $80

Late Monday, U.S. stock futures moved modestly higher while oil prices held above $80 as President Donald Trump said negotiations with Iran were underway, despite Tehran’s denial that any talks had been scheduled.

Bangkok Post

Trump says Iran facing 'last chance before decapitation'

WASHINGTON (UNITED STATES) - US President Donald Trump said Monday that negotiations with Iran were ongoing despite Tehran's denials and the Islamic Republic was facing a "last chance before decapitation."

The Economic Times

US-Iran war: 'Unknown projectile' strikes cargo vessel off Oman's Al Khasab, UKMTO says probe on

A cargo vessel was struck by an unknown projectile near Al Khasab, Oman. This incident occurred amid heightened regional tensions and ongoing discussions with Iran. US President Trump claimed a planned military strike against Iran was postponed after diplomatic interventions. He reiterated that preventing Tehran from acquiring nuclear weapons remains…

Benzinga

Trump's Former Counterterrorism Chief Says Trump Can Declare 'Victory' Over Iran, Use Sanctions Relief to Reopen Strait of Hormuz

President Donald Trump‘s former counterterrorism chief, Joe Kent, hailed the announcement that the U.S. would halt strikes on Iran, saying the move could open the door to movement of vessels through the Strait of Hormuz.

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