
Projectile Strike Ignites Cargo Ship in Strait of Hormuz
The United States has targeted Iranian minelaying vessels that menace the narrow entrance to the Persian Gulf.

The United States has targeted Iranian minelaying vessels that menace the narrow entrance to the Persian Gulf.

An Iranian oil tanker was struck, coinciding with President Masoud Pezeshkian assuming the role of interim leader—further raising tensions in the region.

As indirect talks mediated by Oman continue in Geneva, the military standoff has reached a fever pitch, leaving the Middle East bracing for a high-stakes decision from the Oval Office.

Tehran said the Oman-supervised negotiations now have firmer direction, aiming to resolve Washington’s objections to its nuclear programme.

Ahead of discussions mediated by Oman, President Trump warned Tehran of the consequences of failing to strike a deal.

Iran’s FM called the latest talks with the U.S. a “very good start”, while President Donald Trump pledged another round of negotiations next week.

Washington urged U.S. citizens to leave Iran immediately, warning of protests, security risks and possible detention of dual nationals.
President Trump said in an interview on Wednesday he is now less confident about reaching a deal.
Tehran said it would present a “reasonable, logical and balanced” counter-proposal to the United States.