Esmail Baghaei

President Donald Trump stated a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz could be announced as early as Wednesday or Thursday. Iran and Oman are nearing an agreement where ships would enter through an Iranian-controlled route and exit via an Omani-controlled route, with security and environmental fees. Oil prices eased amid hopes for a resolution to the conflict.

U.S. President Donald Trump stated a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz could be announced by Wednesday or Thursday. Iran and Oman are nearing an agreement to establish shipping lanes controlled by Iran for entry and Oman for exit, with service fees for security and environmental protection. The Trump administration opposes Iranian control of the strait, which has been blocked by Iran's attacks since a U.S.-Israel attack in February.

U.S. President Donald Trump claims renewed talks with Iran to wind down conflict and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, while Iran's foreign ministry states negotiations are with Oman, not the U.S. Trump called off potential strikes after Gulf allies urged diplomacy, but criticized Iran's leadership as 'duplicitous.'

Iran and Oman have made progress toward a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, with ships entering via an Iranian-controlled route and exiting through an Omani-controlled route. Negotiations continue, with the U.S. opposing tolls and potential Iranian control, while regional officials highlight the agreement's potential to de-escalate tensions in the Middle East.

Iran and Oman have made progress toward a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, with ships entering via an Iranian-controlled route and exiting through an Omani-controlled route, subject to service fees. The agreement remains conditional on the U.S. lifting its blockade on Iran’s ports, and negotiations are ongoing with potential U.S. opposition.

A cargo ship reported being struck by a projectile in the Strait of Hormuz near Oman, while the U.S. and Iran made conflicting claims about resuming talks to end the conflict. The U.S. asserted negotiations were underway, but Iran denied direct discussions with the U.S., stating its talks focused solely on Oman and safe navigation through the strait.

A cargo ship reported being struck by a projectile in the Strait of Hormuz near Oman, while the U.S. and Iran made conflicting claims about resuming talks. The U.S. asserted negotiations were ongoing to end the conflict, but Iran denied engaging in discussions with the U.S., stating its talks were limited to Oman.

A cargo ship reported being struck by a projectile in the Strait of Hormuz near Oman, as the US and Iran made conflicting claims about ongoing negotiations. The US asserted talks to end the conflict had resumed, while Iran denied direct discussions with the US, stating its talks with Oman focused on safe navigation in the strait.

A cargo ship reported being struck by a projectile in the Strait of Hormuz, while the United States and Iran made conflicting claims about resuming talks. The U.S. asserted discussions to end the conflict are underway, but Iran denied negotiations with the U.S., stating talks are only with Oman regarding safe navigation in the strait.

A cargo ship reported being struck by a projectile in the Strait of Hormuz near Oman, while the U.S. and Iran provided conflicting statements about resuming talks. The U.S. claims negotiations are underway to de-escalate tensions, but Iran asserted discussions are limited to Oman and focus on securing safe navigation through the strait.

A cargo ship reported being struck by a projectile in the Strait of Hormuz near Oman, while the United States and Iran made conflicting claims about ongoing negotiations. The U.S. asserted talks to end the war have resumed, but Iran stated its discussions with Oman focus on safe navigation in the strait, which has been blocked by Iranian attacks and a U.S. blockade.

President Donald Trump announced fresh US-Iran talks to address the Strait of Hormuz, while Iran's Foreign Ministry stated negotiations are only with Oman. Europe's major rivers are drying due to heatwaves, impacting power generation and increasing energy prices in Eastern Europe.

President Trump decided to delay new Iran strikes after consultations with Gulf allies Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates, who favored diplomacy over military action. The decision followed discussions with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and unnamed Iranian officials, with Trump citing a potential deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and address U.S. nuclear concerns.

President Trump canceled planned U.S. strikes against Iran after Gulf allies urged restraint, stating negotiations to resolve the conflict will resume Monday. Iran and Oman continue discussions about shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, though Iran insists the waterway will not return to its pre-war status.

Iran's negotiations with Oman over the Strait of Hormuz are in their final stages, according to Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi. The talks aim to establish a mutually agreed mechanism for the strait, with Iran clarifying that a new route agreement does not imply opening or closing the Strait of Hormuz.

Iran launched missiles at American troops in the Middle East as the U.S. and Saudi Arabia struck Tehran-backed militants in Iraq, killing at least 20 people. U.S. Central Command intercepted an Iranian 'surprise attack,' and President Trump mentioned potential diplomacy with Iran following weeks of strikes.

U.S. Central Command intercepted ballistic missiles launched by Iran targeting U.S. forces in the Middle East. President Trump mentioned potential ceasefire talks with Iran, while Iran denied ongoing direct negotiations but acknowledged possible mediator involvement.

Mediators led by Qatar and Pakistan have made progress in efforts to avert war between the U.S. and Iran, with a three-day pause in attacks following escalating tensions. Saudi Arabia reported shooting down Iran-backed drones targeting its petroleum facilities, while Iran's Foreign Ministry acknowledged mediators conveying messages but denied direct negotiations with the U.S.

Mediators led by Qatar and Pakistan have made progress in efforts to resume negotiations between the United States and Iran to avert war, following a three-day pause in attacks after escalating tensions. The focus includes managing vessel transit through the Strait of Hormuz, a key trigger for recent strikes.

Mediators led by Qatar and Pakistan have made progress in diplomatic efforts to avert war between the U.S. and Iran, with a three-day pause in attacks following escalating tensions. The focus is on managing vessel transit through the Strait of Hormuz, a key waterway for global oil shipments, while Iran's Foreign Ministry states no direct negotiations are ongoing with the U.S.

Mediators led by Qatar and Pakistan are making progress in efforts to resume U.S.-Iran negotiations and avert war, following a three-day pause in attacks after escalating tensions. Discussions focus on managing ship traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, a key trigger for recent strikes, with regional officials describing the progress as 'significant.'

Mediators led by Qatar and Pakistan have made progress in efforts to reduce tensions between the U.S. and Iran, with a pause in attacks after a period of escalating conflict. Both sides have halted strikes for three consecutive days, and discussions focus on managing ship traffic through the Strait of Hormuz to prevent further escalation.

The U.S. and Iran paused attacks on each other for a second consecutive day as Tehran continued talks with Oman to manage shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. A regional official described the pause as a 'positive signal' amid ongoing mediation efforts to de-escalate tensions, with negotiations focusing on reducing restrictions on ship transit through the strait.

The U.S. military has paused airstrikes on Iran as diplomatic efforts aim to avert war, with negotiations focusing on Iran managing vessel transit through the Strait of Hormuz with fewer restrictions. Talks involve Oman and progress is reported, though uncertainty remains about Israel's potential role and the conflict's trajectory.

Iran's foreign ministry warned Bulgaria against allowing U.S. military operations against Iran, as Bulgaria plans to station U.S. tanker aircraft at a military base. The U.S. and Iran have increased strikes following the collapse of an interim ceasefire.

U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner arrived in Qatar for talks with mediators about implementing a deal to end the war in Iran, though direct negotiations with Iranian diplomats are not planned. The discussions follow recent clashes over the Strait of Hormuz and involve efforts to release frozen Iranian assets and reopen shipping lanes.

Two U.S. envoys, Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, arrived in Qatar for indirect talks on implementing an initial deal to end the war in Iran, mediated by Qatari officials. Discussions focus on reopening the Strait of Hormuz and releasing $6 billion in frozen Iranian assets, amid ongoing tensions and attacks in the region.

U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner arrived in Qatar for indirect talks with mediators on implementing an interim deal to end the Iran conflict, as tensions escalate over the Strait of Hormuz. Iran and the U.S. agreed to a deal involving uranium dilution and sanctions relief, but direct negotiations with Iranian officials are not planned. Attacks on shipping in the strait have disrupted global oil traffic, raising concerns about war-ending efforts.

Two U.S. envoys arrived in Qatar for indirect talks on an interim deal to end the Iran conflict, amid recent attacks disrupting shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. Iran and the U.S. agreed to a temporary agreement involving uranium dilution and sanctions relief, but high-level negotiations remain stalled. Both sides have exchanged strikes in the strait, exacerbating tensions.

The U.S. and Iran are sending delegations to Qatar for separate discussions, with the U.S. claiming Iran requested a meeting while Iran denies scheduling talks. The U.S. announced the release of $6 billion in frozen Iranian assets, and tensions in the Strait of Hormuz persist despite a temporary pause in attacks.

The U.S. and Iran face a mid-August deadline to finalize a permanent peace deal but remain divided over an interim agreement. Key issues include control of the Strait of Hormuz, Iran's nuclear program, and ongoing military tensions. Both sides have conflicting statements about upcoming negotiations, with the U.S. claiming a meeting is scheduled in Doha while Iran denies any planned talks.

The U.S. and Iran remain divided over an interim deal as they race to finalize a permanent peace agreement by mid-August, with disputes over the Strait of Hormuz and military strikes complicating negotiations. Both sides have conflicting statements on meeting schedules, with the U.S. claiming a meeting is set for Doha while Iran denies any planned talks.

The U.S. and Iran are in dispute over whether Iran agreed to allow U.N. inspections of its nuclear sites, with President Donald Trump threatening to cut talks if inspections are not approved. A separate plan to resolve a shipping bottleneck in the Strait of Hormuz is underway, involving Iran, the U.S., and regional partners, though tensions persist due to ongoing conflicts in Lebanon.

The UN nuclear agency head confirmed inspectors will visit Iran’s nuclear enrichment sites under the US-Iran interim deal, a key requirement for verifying uranium stockpile reductions. Iran and the US provided conflicting statements on site inspections, with Iran blocking access to enrichment facilities since a 2025 Israel-Iran war.

The Trump administration claims an interim deal with Iran will unlock frozen Iranian assets to fund purchases of U.S. agricultural products, but Iran denies such terms. Experts question how funds would reach American farmers, while Iranian officials emphasize that asset usage decisions rest solely with Iran.

The Trump administration claims an interim deal with Iran will provide U.S. farmers with a financial boost by using unfrozen Iranian assets to purchase American agricultural products. Iran denies the agreement includes such terms, stating purchases will be based on market prices and quality, not U.S.-dictated conditions.

The Trump administration claims an interim deal with Iran will provide a financial boost to U.S. farmers by unfreezing Iranian assets to purchase American agricultural products. Iran denies these terms, stating it will decide how to use the funds based on market conditions. Experts remain uncertain about how the assets would reach farmers due to unclear logistics.

The Trump administration claims an interim deal with Iran will provide a financial boost to U.S. farmers by unfreezing Iranian assets, but Iran denies this arrangement. The agreement aims to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and allow Iran to sell oil, though details on asset distribution remain unclear, prompting skepticism from sanctions experts and Iranian officials.

The U.S. and Iran are disputing whether Tehran agreed to U.N. inspections of its nuclear sites. A plan to resolve the shipping bottleneck in the Strait of Hormuz, involving cooperation with Iran, Oman, and other regional states, is underway. The U.S. and Iran continue negotiations through mediators in Pakistan and Switzerland.

The U.S. and Iran are disputing whether Tehran agreed to U.N. inspections of its nuclear sites, with Iran's Foreign Ministry rejecting U.S. claims. A separate plan is underway to resolve a shipping bottleneck in the Strait of Hormuz, involving Iran, Oman, the U.S., and other regional states.