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Strait of Hormuz

US Iran deal talks move closer to breakthrough

May 6, 2026 by Zuha shahzad

The United States (US) and Iran are reportedly moving closer to a possible agreement aimed at ending hostilities and establishing a new framework for nuclear negotiations, according to US media reports citing White House-linked sources. Read More: Trump says Iran ‘should wave the white flag of surrender’  Officials familiar with the discussions said a one-page memorandum of […]

Filed Under: World Tagged With: Diplomacy, iran nuclear deal, Latest, sanctions relief, Strait of Hormuz, uranium enrichment, US Iran talks

Is the US using ‘suicide dolphins’ in the Strait of Hormuz?

May 6, 2026 by Zuha shahzad

A fresh debate has emerged over the possible use of trained dolphins in military operations as tensions remain high in the Strait of Hormuz, a key global oil shipping route at the centre of the US Iran standoff. Read More: US warns Iran over Hormuz Strait The unusual discussion gained attention after US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth […]

Filed Under: World Tagged With: Dolphins, Iran US tensions, Latest, Maritime Security, Military Technology, Strait of Hormuz, US Navy

US says Iran offensive military operations has ended, warns force still possible

May 6, 2026 by Zuha shahzad

The United States (US) has announced the end of its offensive military operations against Iran, while warning that force remains an option if threats to shipping in the Strait of Hormuz continue. Read More: US Naval Actions Against Iran Called Pirate-Like by Trump US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Washington had completed its offensive phase but remained prepared to […]

Filed Under: Top Stories, World Tagged With: Donald Trump, Gulf shipping, Latest, Marco Rubio, middle east crisis, Strait of Hormuz, US Iran tensions

Iran standoff risks becoming political pressure for Trump

May 6, 2026 by Zuha shahzad

US President Donald Trump is facing mounting political and economic pressure as the ongoing standoff with Iran shows little sign of reaching a clear military or diplomatic resolution. More than two months into the conflict, analysts warn that an unresolved crisis could leave Trump in a more difficult position than before launching military action, particularly […]

Filed Under: Top Stories, World Tagged With: Donald Trump, Iran conflict, Latest, Middle East Tensions, oil prices, Strait of Hormuz, US politics

Trump pauses Project Freedom amid Iran talks

May 6, 2026 by Zuha shahzad

Donald Trump

US President Donald Trump has announced a temporary pause to “Project Freedom,” the American operation aimed at guiding commercial ships through the Strait of Hormuz, citing diplomatic progress in negotiations with Iran. Read More: Trump announced US begin operation to guide ships safely In a statement posted on Truth Social, Trump said the decision was made […]

Filed Under: Top Stories, World Tagged With: Donald Trump, Iran talks, Latest, Middle East Tensions, Project Freedom, Strait of Hormuz, US blockade

Marco Rubio Urges Iran To Return To Negotiation Table

May 6, 2026 by Admin 365

Marco Rubio

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the Strait of Hormuz is an international waterway. He stressed that no country can control it alone. Therefore, he urged Iran to return to the negotiation table immediately to reduce rising regional tensions. Moreover, Marco Rubio made these remarks during a press briefing at the White House. He […]

Filed Under: Iran-Israel war, World Tagged With: Marco Rubio, Strait of Hormuz, US secretary of state

Bilawal pushes diplomacy over war

May 5, 2026 by Attia Naveed

Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has said diplomacy is the only way to resolve tensions between Iran and the United States. He made the remarks during a BBC interview amid rising regional instability. He stressed that war is not a solution and warned that continued conflict could threaten global peace and economic stability. He said the situation […]

Filed Under: Pakistan Tagged With: Bilawal Bhutto, Diplomacy, Iran US tensions, Latest, Pakistan foreign policy, regional stability, Strait of Hormuz

US warns Iran over Hormuz Strait

May 5, 2026 by Attia Naveed

The United States has warned Iran over alleged maritime actions in the Strait of Hormuz. The US said it will not allow Iran to control or tax the global shipping route. The statement came amid rising tensions in the strategic waterway. The developments affect international trade and regional security. US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said […]

Filed Under: World Tagged With: global shipping routes, Iranian naval activity, Latest, maritime security Gulf, Strait of Hormuz, US Iran tensions, US military operation Hormuz

Saudi Arabia backs Pakistani mediation amid Iran US tensions

May 5, 2026 by maleeha zahid

Saudi Arabia has called for restraint and renewed diplomatic engagement amid rising tensions between the United States and Iran, urging all sides to support mediation efforts led by Pakistan. The Saudi Foreign Ministry stressed that dialogue remains essential to prevent further escalation that could destabilize the wider region and global economy. In its statement shared […]

Filed Under: World Tagged With: Gulf conflict, Iran US tensions, Latest, Pakistan mediation, regional diplomacy, Saudi Arabia, Strait of Hormuz

Hormuz shipping remains stalled despite US push

May 5, 2026 by Zuha shahzad

Commercial shipping activity through the Strait of Hormuz remained largely frozen on Monday despite a new US pledge to help restore navigation in the strategically vital waterway. Read More: Iran hits UAE oil port as US moves to reopen Hormuz  US President Donald Trump recently announced efforts to reopen maritime traffic through the strait, a key route for […]

Filed Under: Top Stories, World Tagged With: global shipping, Iran conflict, Latest, Maritime Security, oil trade, Strait of Hormuz, US Navy

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