Iran threatens consequences for countries that join blockade
Any country that participates in Iran’s naval blockade or supports other illegal U.S. actions will face consequences, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmail Baghaei has declared.
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Iran not to accept US conditions - Baghaei
Iran has firmly stated that it will not accept the conditions set forth by the United States under the guise of ending the conflict in the Middle East. Foreign Ministry Spokesman Esmail Baghaei emphasized that Iran rejects the demands of the aggressor in pursuit of peace.
US launches 'financial offensive' against Iran on Monday - Treasury
The U.S. administration expects to launch a "financial offensive" against Iran on Monday, U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said.
Russia ready to support mediation efforts to resolve Iran conflict - MFA
Russia is ready to support mediation efforts to end the conflict against Iran and to help maintain stability in the Middle East if requested, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Alexander Alimov said.
Iran says violating vessels to face restrictions on future passages through Hormuz Strait
Iran's Persian Gulf Strait Authority (PGSA), the body responsible for maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz, announced that vessels violating Iranian protocols for transiting the waterway will face restrictions on their future passages.
CENTCOM redirects 70 vessels since resumption of Iran blockade
The U.S. military has redirected 70 commercial vessels since July 14 when the United States resumed its naval blockade against Iran, the U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) said.
Trump reveals what hindering US-Iran deal
The deaths of a significant portion of Iran’s leadership are among the factors complicating the conclusion of a deal between Washington and Tehran, U.S. President Donald Trump said in an interview with WABC radio.
Gulf states take-'semi-neutral' stance on Iran - Trump
U.S. President Donald Trump said some of U.S. allies in the Middle East have taken a "semi-neutral" stance in the armed conflict between the United States and Iran.
US hits Hezbollah with fresh sanctions
The United States on Thursday issued fresh sanctions targeting Lebanon's Hezbollah, including re-designating it over actions on behalf of the Iranian government.
Tanker prices soar amid Strait of Hormuz crisis - media
Oil tanker prices have climbed to their highest since 2008 amid rising demand triggered by the Middle East escalation.
Qatari FM calls for halt to blackmail in Strait of Hormuz
Qatar’s Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani said traffic in the Strait of Hormuz must go back to what it was before the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran, with no party to the conflict “blackmailing” the other.
US establishes corridor in Strait of Hormuz for covertly transporting oil - report
The U.S. army has organized the covert transport of millions of barrels of oil through the Strait of Hormuz without coordination with the Iranian authorities, Axios reported, citing sources.
US launching crushing economic operation against Iran
U.S. President Donald Trump has announced an unprecedented "economic warfare and isolation" against Iran.
Iran weighs attacks on US targets in Europe - report
Iranian officials have weighed the possibility of targeting U.S. military assets based in Europe, the Financial Times reported Wednesday.
Iran rejects UAE statement on launched missiles
Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei rejected a statement by the United Arab Emirates that two ballistic missiles were launched on Tuesday from Iran toward the UAE.
Temporary ceasefire means repeat of war - Araghchi
Iran wants a permanent end to fighting in the Persian Gulf region, not just a temporary ceasefire, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said.
US and UAE discuss regional security in Middle East
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke by phone Tuesday with United Arab Emirates (UAE) National Security Adviser Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan about regional security, the U.S. State Department said.
Trump halts negotiations with Iran
U.S. President Donald Trump has instructed U.S. administration officials to halt negotiations with Iran, CNN reported, citing a U.S. official.
Iran prepared for prolonged conflict with US
The growing U.S. pressure on Tehran will not force the Islamic Republic to make additional concessions other than those stipulated by the previously signed agreement, speaker of Iran’s parliament Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said.
Trump threatens Oman over planned deal with Iran - report
U.S. President Donald Trump threatened Oman because he is angry about the fact that the sultanate is close to reaching an agreement with Iran regarding the Strait of Hormuz, Associated Press reported citing sources.
