Trump vows to maintain blockade as Iran seeks Hormuz reopening "to make $500 million" daily

Apr 22, 2026

The President's assertions come amid a prolonged paralysis of shipping through the world's most critical maritime corridor. While the diplomatic stalemate between Washington and...

Iran acquired Chinese satellite to monitor US bases during conflict, reports FT

Apr 15, 2026

Amid a stalemate in diplomatic negotiations to secure a complete halt to hostilities in West Asia, and with a fragile ceasefire currently in place,...

Trump unlikely to accept Iran's latest peace plan to end war: Report

Apr 28, 2026

US President Donald Trump is set to reject Iran's proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, citing unresolved nuclear concerns. While Secretary of State...

No plans for subsequent round of negotiations with US: Iran's Foreign Ministry

Apr 20, 2026

Tehran has no plans for further negotiations with the United States, according to the Iranian Foreign Ministry. This announcement signals a diplomatic stalemate as...

Security team repels suspicious approach off Yemen's Socotra Island: UK maritime agency

May 22, 2026

An oil tanker north of Yemen's Socotra island repelled an approach by an unidentified small craft after its security team fired warning shots. The...

Trump says Iran "wants to make a deal" but US "not satisfied"

May 27, 2026

US President Donald Trump asserted during a cabinet meeting that Iranian leaders want to make a deal, despite a protracted diplomatic stalemate. However, the...