Qatar Signals Progress in US-Iran War Talks
Qatar's foreign ministry said mediators including Qatar, Pakistan, and Oman have reached "very progressive stages" in efforts to end the US-Iran war, pushing Brent crude down more than four percent.
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Trump Launches Iran Talks, Oil Falls 4.7%
Trump announced fresh US-Iran negotiations starting Monday, stepping back from a threatened major military strike. Oil prices dropped 4.7 percent on the news, while a tanker explosion near Oman underscored continued risk in the Strait of Hormuz.
US-Iran Hormuz Talks Fail to Reach Breakthrough
US-Iran talks over the Strait of Hormuz ended without a breakthrough after Trump paused threatened military strikes. Iran dismissed Trump's pullback comments as psychological operations, leaving the standoff unresolved and global oil supply routes at continued risk.
Trump Pauses Iran Strike, Demands Fast Nuclear Deal
President Trump said Saturday he is holding off on a fresh Iran strike to allow time for a deal to halt Tehran's nuclear program and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Oil markets remain tense as Iran warned of decisive retaliation and Brent crude has already risen 24 percent in July 2026.
Iran Strikes U.S. Targets, Ends Hormuz Lull
Iran has launched fresh attacks on U.S. targets, ending a brief lull and reigniting direct confrontation over the Strait of Hormuz. The resumption raises the risk of oil supply disruption through one of the world's most critical energy chokepoints.
US Launches Heavy Strike Wave Against Iran's IRGC
US Central Command completed a heavy wave of strikes on Islamic Revolutionary Guard targets in Iran on Thursday, retaliating for Iranian missile attacks on US bases in Jordan. The escalation has closed off near-term diplomacy and widened fighting across Iraq, Lebanon, and the Strait of Hormuz.
US and Saudi Arabia Strike Iran Proxies in Iraq
The U.S. and Saudi Arabia launched joint airstrikes on Iran-backed groups in Iraq on July 29, resuming American military operations after a brief pause. Iran's simultaneous rejection of an Omani plan to manage the Strait of Hormuz removes a key de-escalation option and keeps energy supply risk elevated.
US-Saudi strikes hit Iran-aligned groups in Iraq
US and Saudi forces struck Iran-aligned militant sites across eastern Iraq on Wednesday in response to more than 30 IRGC-directed drone attacks in 72 hours. Crude oil prices surged over four percent as Iran simultaneously seized three tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, reviving supply fears.
Oil Falls 6% on US-Iran Strike Pause
Brent crude dropped $6.20 to $90.58 and WTI fell $5.80 to $83.51 on Monday after the US and Iran paused military strikes, raising hopes of a diplomatic solution. Shipping through the Strait of Hormuz remains well below normal, and Houthi attacks on Saudi Red Sea installations keep the supply outlook fragile.
Brent Crude Tops $100 on Houthi Tanker Attacks
Brent crude surged past $100 a barrel on Thursday after Houthi forces attacked two Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea, adding pressure to an already disrupted Strait of Hormuz. Goldman Sachs now sees Brent potentially exceeding $120 in Q4 2026 if both chokepoints remain closed.
Pakistan and China Push to Revive US-Iran Talks
Pakistan and China are pushing to revive US-Iran peace talks through the Islamabad MoU framework, even as US missiles strike Iranian targets and both sides escalate threats.
Houthis Strike Saudi Arabia as Regional War Widens
Houthi rebels claimed a missile strike on the Saudi city of Jizan on Saturday, escalating a conflict that now threatens both of Saudi Arabia's main oil export routes simultaneously. The flare-up adds pressure on US-Iran talks as the five-month-old war continues to widen across the region.
US Pauses Iran Strikes Amid Munitions Concerns
The US has paused nightly airstrikes against Iran amid reports of shrinking Patriot interceptor stockpiles and internal White House concerns about escalation risks. The break has revived diplomacy prospects, but Iran's Strait of Hormuz blockade and Houthi attacks on Saudi Aramco sites keep the conflict active.
US Hits Iran Again as Oil Tops $100
US forces struck Iran for a thirteenth consecutive night, hitting military sites linked to shipping threats in the Strait of Hormuz, after Houthi rebels attacked two Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea. Brent crude surged past $100 a barrel and tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz fell to its lowest since May 7.
Houthis Hit Saudi Tanker, US Strikes Iran Again
Houthi forces struck Saudi tanker Encelia in the Red Sea with missiles and drones, setting it ablaze, while the US military hit Iranian targets for a 12th straight night. Both the Strait of Hormuz and the Bab al-Mandeb are now under active threat, raising serious risk for global energy supply routes.
Gulf States Push Ceasefire as US-Iran Strikes Widen
The US and Iran have exchanged strikes for eight straight nights, with Iranian attacks hitting Kuwaiti power infrastructure and killing 16 American troops in total. Gulf states, Jordan, Qatar, and the Arab League are urging an immediate ceasefire, warning of severe damage to regional energy markets and trade routes.
US Hits Iran Eighth Night, Iran Fires at Gulf Bases
The US struck Iran's Hormozgan province for an eighth straight night, targeting the Sirik and Hajiabad areas, as the military cited revenge for the killing of two American soldiers. Iran returned fire on Gulf bases, widening the geographic scope of the conflict and raising fresh risks for regional energy flows.
US Hits Iran for 11th Night, War Spreads to Gulf
US forces struck Iran for the eleventh straight night, with air defences activating across Tehran, as President Trump said the US was "not finished" after spending $37.5 billion.
Iran declares full-scale war as US strikes Bushehr
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian declared his country is in a "full-scale war" with the US as American strikes hit Bushehr, home to Iran's only nuclear power plant, for the ninth consecutive night.
Iran Frees American Amid Gulf Escalation With US
Iran released an American national amid simultaneous US-Iran military escalation in the Gulf, signaling both sides may want a diplomatic off-ramp. Oil markets and regional shipping remain on alert as the standoff continues.
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Qatar says progress made toward US-Iran talks on ending war
Qatar's foreign ministry said mediators including Qatar, Pakistan, and Oman have reached "very progressive stages" in efforts to end the US-Iran war, pushing Brent crude down more than four percent.
23d ago · 4 min · Global Affairs
Trump says new Iran talks set to start today after calling off massive attack
Trump announced fresh US-Iran negotiations starting Monday, stepping back from a threatened major military strike. Oil prices dropped 4.7 percent on the news, while a tanker explosion near Oman underscored continued risk in the Strait of Hormuz.
25d ago · 4 min · Global Affairs
No breakthrough on Strait of Hormuz as Trump halts attack on Iran
US-Iran talks over the Strait of Hormuz ended without a breakthrough after Trump paused threatened military strikes. Iran dismissed Trump's pullback comments as psychological operations, leaving the standoff unresolved and global oil supply routes at continued risk.
26d ago · 3 min · Global Affairs
Trump says US 'locked and loaded' but will hold off on fresh Iran attack in hope of quick deal
President Trump said Saturday he is holding off on a fresh Iran strike to allow time for a deal to halt Tehran's nuclear program and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Oil markets remain tense as Iran warned of decisive retaliation and Brent crude has already risen 24 percent in July 2026.
26d ago · 4 min · Global Affairs
Iran launches attacks on U.S. targets, shattering days-long lull in fighting
Iran has launched fresh attacks on U.S. targets, ending a brief lull and reigniting direct confrontation over the Strait of Hormuz. The resumption raises the risk of oil supply disruption through one of the world's most critical energy chokepoints.
27d ago · 3 min · Global Affairs
US military carries out 'heavy wave' of retaliatory strikes on Iran for attack on bases
US Central Command completed a heavy wave of strikes on Islamic Revolutionary Guard targets in Iran on Thursday, retaliating for Iranian missile attacks on US bases in Jordan. The escalation has closed off near-term diplomacy and widened fighting across Iraq, Lebanon, and the Strait of Hormuz.
28d ago · 4 min · Global Affairs
Major Gulf fighting restarts as US and Saudi strike Iran's allies in Iraq
The U.S. and Saudi Arabia launched joint airstrikes on Iran-backed groups in Iraq on July 29, resuming American military operations after a brief pause. Iran's simultaneous rejection of an Omani plan to manage the Strait of Hormuz removes a key de-escalation option and keeps energy supply risk elevated.
29d ago · 3 min · Global Affairs
US, Saudi forces strike 'Iran-aligned terrorists' in Iraq in retaliation for recent attacks
US and Saudi forces struck Iran-aligned militant sites across eastern Iraq on Wednesday in response to more than 30 IRGC-directed drone attacks in 72 hours. Crude oil prices surged over four percent as Iran simultaneously seized three tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, reviving supply fears.
1mo ago · 4 min · Global Affairs
Oil prices dip over 6pc after US, Iran pause fighting over weekend
Brent crude dropped $6.20 to $90.58 and WTI fell $5.80 to $83.51 on Monday after the US and Iran paused military strikes, raising hopes of a diplomatic solution. Shipping through the Strait of Hormuz remains well below normal, and Houthi attacks on Saudi Red Sea installations keep the supply outlook fragile.
1mo ago · 4 min · Markets
Oil price tops $100 as supply disruption worsens
Brent crude surged past $100 a barrel on Thursday after Houthi forces attacked two Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea, adding pressure to an already disrupted Strait of Hormuz. Goldman Sachs now sees Brent potentially exceeding $120 in Q4 2026 if both chokepoints remain closed.
1mo ago · 4 min · Global Affairs
Another bid to mend US-Iran fences ‘with China’s blessing’
Pakistan and China are pushing to revive US-Iran peace talks through the Islamabad MoU framework, even as US missiles strike Iranian targets and both sides escalate threats.
1mo ago · 4 min · Global Affairs
Houthis claim strike on Saudi Arabia as Middle East conflict deepens
Houthi rebels claimed a missile strike on the Saudi city of Jizan on Saturday, escalating a conflict that now threatens both of Saudi Arabia's main oil export routes simultaneously. The flare-up adds pressure on US-Iran talks as the five-month-old war continues to widen across the region.
1mo ago · 4 min · Global Affairs
US holds fire against Iran as reports of concerns over of dwindling munitions emerge
The US has paused nightly airstrikes against Iran amid reports of shrinking Patriot interceptor stockpiles and internal White House concerns about escalation risks. The break has revived diplomacy prospects, but Iran's Strait of Hormuz blockade and Houthi attacks on Saudi Aramco sites keep the conflict active.
1mo ago · 4 min · Global Affairs
US strikes Iran again to 'diminish threat to mariners, vessels' after attacks on Saudi oil tankers in Red Sea
US forces struck Iran for a thirteenth consecutive night, hitting military sites linked to shipping threats in the Strait of Hormuz, after Houthi rebels attacked two Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea. Brent crude surged past $100 a barrel and tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz fell to its lowest since May 7.
1mo ago · 5 min · Global Affairs
Houthis attack Saudi tankers in Red Sea as US strikes Iran for 12th consecutive day
Houthi forces struck Saudi tanker Encelia in the Red Sea with missiles and drones, setting it ablaze, while the US military hit Iranian targets for a 12th straight night. Both the Strait of Hormuz and the Bab al-Mandeb are now under active threat, raising serious risk for global energy supply routes.
1mo ago · 4 min · Global Affairs
Gulf states appeal for return to talks as US, Iran trade blows
The US and Iran have exchanged strikes for eight straight nights, with Iranian attacks hitting Kuwaiti power infrastructure and killing 16 American troops in total. Gulf states, Jordan, Qatar, and the Arab League are urging an immediate ceasefire, warning of severe damage to regional energy markets and trade routes.
1mo ago · 4 min · Global Affairs
US hits Iran for eighth consecutive night, Iran returns fire on Gulf bases
The US struck Iran's Hormozgan province for an eighth straight night, targeting the Sirik and Hajiabad areas, as the military cited revenge for the killing of two American soldiers. Iran returned fire on Gulf bases, widening the geographic scope of the conflict and raising fresh risks for regional energy flows.
1mo ago · 3 min · Global Affairs
US continues strikes on Iran for 11th consecutive night, triggering air defences in Tehran
US forces struck Iran for the eleventh straight night, with air defences activating across Tehran, as President Trump said the US was "not finished" after spending $37.5 billion.
1mo ago · 4 min · Global Affairs
Iran says fighting 'full-scale war' with United States
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian declared his country is in a "full-scale war" with the US as American strikes hit Bushehr, home to Iran's only nuclear power plant, for the ninth consecutive night.
1mo ago · 4 min · Global Affairs
Iran, US escalate in Gulf but release of American signals path to climb down
Iran released an American national amid simultaneous US-Iran military escalation in the Gulf, signaling both sides may want a diplomatic off-ramp. Oil markets and regional shipping remain on alert as the standoff continues.
1mo ago · 3 min · Global Affairs