18 Aug 2026 · Middle East & Africa

Why has Trump threatened to bomb Oman – for a second time?

Oman is currently negotiating with Iran over the reopening of the critical Strait of Hormuz, while Iran has repeatedly stated that it will not speak directly to the US. On Monday, …

18 Aug 2026 · Middle East & Africa

Strait of Hormuz Incident Highlights Rising Maritime Tensions

An unidentified projectile has hit a commercial vessel in the Strait of Hormuz, damaging the engine room and resulting in a crew casualty. The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operati…

15 Aug 2026 · Middle East & Africa

Iran says no decision yet on a return to talks with the US

“We have not yet made a decision to restart negotiations with the United States,” Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said in a post on Telegram on Saturday, reiterating remark…

14 Aug 2026 · Middle East & Africa

Environmental Crisis: Major Oil Spill Off Omani Coast

An urgent environmental threat is emerging off the coast of Oman following a substantial oil spill in a protected marine area. The spill originates from a grounded tanker transport…

11 Aug 2026 · Middle East & Africa

Trump's Compensation Demand Intensifies Iran Strait Negotiations

President Donald Trump has escalated the ongoing negotiations surrounding the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz by demanding compensation from Iran. This latest move by the United …

10 Aug 2026 · Middle East & Africa

Oman Struggles to Contain Oil Spill Threatening Marine Biodiversity

Omani authorities are battling a significant oil spill from the tanker Caroline Bezengi, stranded near the Hallaniyat Islands, that jeopardizes the country's southern coastline and…

10 Aug 2026 · Middle East & Africa

Iran changed the rules in Hormuz. The Gulf is changing the rules for Iran

UPDATE — Aug 10, 16:30 UTC: The new article reports on the continued closure of the Strait of Hormuz, which has led to a significant rise in oil prices. This de

10 Aug 2026 · Middle East & Africa

Strategic Shift: Trump's Economic Pressure on Iran Amid War

In a marked departure from his previous military threats, U.S. President Donald Trump is now emphasizing economic pressure in the ongoing conflict with Iran, more than 23 weeks int…

10 Aug 2026 · Middle East & Africa

Trump Opts for Economic Pressure Over Iran Strikes

United States President Donald Trump has indicated a strategic pivot towards economic pressure rather than military strikes in dealing with Iran. In a recent interview, Trump highl…

09 Aug 2026 · Middle East & Africa

Iran-Oman Negotiations on Strait of Hormuz Advance

UPDATE — Aug 9, 16:40 UTC: The new article reveals that Iran has set specific preconditions for reopening the Strait of Hormuz, including the removal of a US na

09 Aug 2026 · Middle East & Africa

Iran's Pezeshkian Seeks Resolution to 'No War, No Peace'

In a pivotal move, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has urged for an end to what he describes as the 'neither war nor peace' situation with the United States. As negotiations un…

07 Aug 2026 · Middle East & Africa

Iran Condemns Trump's 'Theater Diplomacy' Over Hormuz Straits

UPDATE — Aug 7, 00:40 UTC: The new article discusses potential resolutions to the conflict involving the Hormuz Straits, suggesting that a diplomatic accord may

06 Aug 2026 · Middle East & Africa

Critical Hormuz Corridor Reopening Imminent Amid US-Iran Tensions

UPDATE — Aug 6, 11:30 UTC: The new article elaborates on the near completion of the Iran-Oman agreement regarding shipping routes through the Strait of Hormuz.

05 Aug 2026 · Middle East & Africa

Iran, Oman, US ‘close’ to Hormuz deal: What do they all want?

The proposed agreement, which has been under negotiation for several weeks, is intended to restore the June 17 ceasefire between Washington and Tehran; resolve disputes over shippi…

05 Aug 2026 · Middle East & Africa

Tehran-Oman Consultations Yield Positive Signals as Red Sea Tensions Rise

Recent diplomatic engagements between Tehran and Oman regarding the strategic Strait of Hormuz have been described as 'positive,' suggesting potential mitigation of escalating regi…

04 Aug 2026 · Middle East & Africa

‘Maximum use’: Iran boosts military strength during ceasefire with US

UPDATE — Aug 4, 22:05 UTC: The new article provides an update on the US, Iran, and Oman making significant progress towards a negotiations agreement on safe pas

04 Aug 2026 · Middle East & Africa

Can Pakistan keep US-Iran diplomacy alive as mistrust deepens?

UPDATE — Aug 4, 16:55 UTC: The article details President Trump's ultimatum to Iran, marking a potential final opportunity for diplomatic negotiations. It n

04 Aug 2026 · Middle East & Africa

Cargo Vessel Incident Escalates Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz

UPDATE — Aug 4, 11:45 UTC: The new article discusses President Trump's ultimatum regarding the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and his subsequent decisio

03 Aug 2026 · Middle East & Africa

Trump suggests new talks with Iran to begin on Monday

US President Donald Trump has said new talks with Iran will begin on Monday, after calling off what he said would have been "massive" strikes on the country. "They k…

03 Aug 2026 · Middle East & Africa

Trump Announces New Diplomatic Initiative with Iran

In a significant diplomatic shift, United States President Donald Trump has declared that fresh negotiations with Iran will commence on Monday. This decision follows his choice to …