Iran and Oman make progress on a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, per US and Qatar | LIVE BLOG
Under the proposal, Oman would clear outbound vessels after notifying Iran, giving Tehran visibility over departing traffic and the ability to intervene if necessary
US President Trump called off a planned massive military strike over the weekend at the urging of Gulf allies, opting instead to press for a diplomatic breakthrough.
Speaking from the Oval Office, Trump insisted that two-phase negotiations focused on reopening the Strait of Hormuz and total Iranian denuclearization were imminent, framing the window as Tehran's "last chance before decapitation" while emphasizing he wants to give diplomacy every opportunity to avoid further bloodshed. However, Iranian officials stated that Tehran is not engaging in direct negotiations with the US and is only holding talks with Oman regarding maritime routes. The denial prompted a fiery response from Trump on social media, where he branded Iran's leadership "unbelievably duplicitous" and warned that the US naval blockade will remain firmly in place until a deal or total surrender is achieved. READ MORE FROM MONDAY HERE
Indian ship capsized and sunk after being hit by a projectile near Yemeni waters, all 14 seafarers have been safely rescued
Iran says talks with Oman on reopening Strait of Hormuz seen as 'positive' at both political and technical levels
According to Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei, talks between Iran and Oman aimed at organizing safe shipping traffic in the Strait of Hormuz are ongoing. These talks are being pursued as a dialogue between the two countries, focusing on determining safe return routes for ships
The talks so far have been assessed positively at both the technical and political levels, and Iran is trying to develop the necessary mechanisms for future arrangements for managing shipping traffic in this strategic passage, in cooperation with Oman
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun met with an Italian delegation, including the head of their Joint Operations Command, a Brigadier General, and the Italian Ambassador to Lebanon
The discussions covered the general situation and current developments, in addition to the options available for the post-UNIFIL phase
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Progress has been made in talks with Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, says US Sec. of State Rubio
Rubio said on Tuesday there has been progress made in discussions with Iran and Oman on getting more ships through the Strait of Hormuz but no final agreement has been reached
"There's been progress made in those talks, but not finality yet. We're hoping that will happen very shortly," Rubio told reporters at the State Department
Deal could be reached to open the Strait of Hormuz by Wednesday, says US Treasury Secretary
In an interview with CNBC, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said, “I think there's a chance we may have a deal today or tomorrow to open the strait.” He credited Trump’s threat of mobilizing the largest military campaign since World War II as the reason why the Iranians rejoined the negotiating table
Temporary Hormuz shipping plan under discussion with Oman - Report
A senior Iranian source told Reuters that Tehran and Oman are discussing a temporary arrangement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz that would give Iran full control over inbound shipping while routing outbound traffic through a lane between Iran and Oman. Under the proposal, Oman would clear outbound vessels after notifying Iran, giving Tehran visibility over departing traffic and the ability to intervene if necessary. The source added that Iran is unlikely to accept any alternative arrangement for reopening the strategic waterway.
Dry cargo bulk carrier ship struck by a projectile near the Strait of Hormuz, one person missing - report
Naim Qassem: "America has failed, Iran has won."
Hezbollah Secretary General Naim Qassem stated that his movement was "proud to stand with Iran," believing that Tehran had won its confrontation with Washington.
Naim Qassem also called on the Lebanese authorities to "stop making unnecessary concessions" in the context of negotiations with Israel, citing the destruction of villages and towns in southern Lebanon.
Regarding Syria, Naim Qassem expressed his support for a public meeting between Hezbollah and Syrian leaders, on a date convenient to both parties. "A stable Syria is beneficial for Lebanon, just as a stable Lebanon is beneficial for Syria," he stated.
A new round of negotiations between Israel and Lebanon begins in Rome
The seventh round of negotiations between Israel and Lebanon began in the Italian capital.
Hezbollah Chief slams Lebanon's talks with Israel, backs US-Iran deal as path to withdrawal
Hezbollah Secretary-General Naim Qassem criticized the Lebanese government for engaging in direct negotiations with Israel, accusing it of making "gratuitous concessions" and claiming the talks have resulted only in "shame, humiliation and disappointment." Qassem said Hezbollah believes a US-Iran memorandum of understanding remains the only viable path to securing an Israeli withdrawal from Lebanese territory.
Cargo vessel attacked in Strait of Hormuz
A cargo vessel was attacked 20NM off the coast of Oman in the Strait of Hormuz, UKMTO reports, shortly after reports of explosions heard in northern Kuwait.
IRGC conducts overnight drone attack on a US base in Kuwait
IRGC conducted an overnight drone attack targeting a US base in Kuwait. A source familiar with the details confirmed to i24NEWS the attack was carried out using 3 drones.
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