Hopes for imminent Strait of Hormuz deal fade as new conditions come into play
Meanwhile, Iran’s supreme leader on Monday reshuffled the country’s military leadership, announcing six senior appointments. Follow along for live…
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Death toll rises to 132 with hundreds more injured in Colombia earthquake, association says
Over 100 people are dead after a powerful earthquake was recorded Monday in western Colombia. Follow here for the latest updates.
Trump emphasizes economic pressure on Iran over negotiations as strikes remain on pause
President Donald Trump signaled that the US will emphasize economic pressure on Iran as strikes remain on pause. Follow for live updates.
Ukrainian drone strike kills at least 12 inside Russia, authorities say
A Ukrainian drone strike has killed at least 12 people and injured 39 others in Nizhnekamsk, a city deep inside Russian territory, local authorities s…
Tehran insists on US concessions before opening Strait of Hormuz
Follow for live updates on the US-Iran war, including the latest on the Strait of Hormuz and wider conflict in the Middle East.
Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan sign NATO-style defense pact amid widening Iran conflict
Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan signed a mutual defense pact that stipulates an attack against any of them “shall be regarded as an attack against…
Iran says Hormuz deal close but US must meet commitments before strait reopens
Iran and Oman are close to finalizing a proposed framework for commercial shipping through the waterway, Tehran’s deputy foreign minister said. Foll…
Teachers and students killed in Thailand school shooting
Teachers and students have been killed after a student opened fire at a secondary school in Thailand on Friday morning, police said.
Tehran denies talks with US as Iran and Oman close in on Strait of Hormuz agreement
Vice President JD Vance also said deal negotiations between US and Iran would “be messy” and take time. Follow along for live news updates.
August 4, 2026 – Iran continues Hormuz talks with Oman, US signals optimism on deal
Iran’s goal in current talks with Oman “is to set temporary arrangements”— lasting up to three months — where they can control a route throu…
