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Iran's FM Araghchi holds US & Israel responsible for Gulf instability in talks with South Korean envoy, as Trump calls for a new deal with Tehran.
US officials warn clearing Iranian mines could take 6 months, risking prolonged oil price spikes and regional instability despite a ceasefire.
Panama condemns Iran's seizure of the MSC Francesca in the Strait of Hormuz as illegal, escalating tensions as Trump urges diplomatic talks.
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent reveals Gulf nations seek dollar swap lines, defends budget cuts amid Democratic criticism over IRS funding.
US Central Command directs 31 ships to turn back near Iran, as Iranian forces seize commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions.
White House extends Iran ceasefire with no deadline, continues naval blockade and economic sanctions, citing internal divisions in Tehran.
UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed meets Italian Defence Minister Guido Crosetto to enhance bilateral defence ties and address Middle East stability.
Israeli airstrikes in south Lebanon kill five, including a journalist, straining a fragile ceasefire. IDF cites Hezbollah threat.
Presidents of UAE and Syria meet in Abu Dhabi to discuss economic cooperation, regional stability, and condemn attacks on civilian infrastructure.
Navy Secretary John Phelan departs Trump administration. Acting Secretary Hung Cao takes over as US enforces Iran blockade and Trump hints at diplomatic breakthrough.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian criticizes US "hypocritical" stance as Donald Trump extends ceasefire following requests from Pakistani leaders.
White House presses Iran for a unified proposal amid internal divisions, as President Trump extends a ceasefire in the ongoing West Asia conflict.
Donald Trump says Iran stopped the execution of eight women protestors following his request, with four to be released and four to serve prison time.
White House says President Trump will set the timeline for the West Asia conflict based on U.S. interests, dismissing reports of a 3-5 day deadline.
Iran's government states full readiness for 2026 FIFA World Cup in US despite geopolitical tensions. Team is in Group G with Belgium, New Zealand, Egypt.
Iran accuses US President Trump of spreading falsehoods after he claims Iranian leadership is "seriously fractured" and extends a ceasefire.
Iran's Revolutionary Guard attacks a vessel headed for India's Mundra port in the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions despite a US ceasefire.
China rebukes Trump's claim a seized vessel carried a "gift" to Iran, reaffirming compliance with international obligations and denying military aid reports.
US President Trump hints at possible diplomatic talks with Iran within 36-72 hours, extends a ceasefire, and cites a "seriously fractured" Iranian government.
Iran's Revolutionary Guard seizes two ships for alleged violations in the Strait of Hormuz, escalating maritime tensions hours after a US ceasefire extension.
