Iran, WIPO underline need to bolster ties

Tahawol: Renewed tension between Iran and US discussed

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Oman, Iran Stress Importance of Leveraging Current Diplomatic Moment to Support Peace

Oman, Iran Stress Importance of Leveraging Current Diplomatic Moment to Support Peace

Saudi Arabia to host Gulf–Iran 'reconciliation summit'

Persian Gulf relations were heavily strained by the US-Israeli war on Iran, which engulfed all of West Asia

Enhancing ties with Iraq Iran’s top foreign policy priority

TEHRAN, Jun. 28 (MNA) – Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei says that expanding and broadening relations with the neighboring Iraq is placed at the top foreign policy priority of the ministry.

The Gulf, like Israel, feels Trump sold it out on Iran. Can the U.S. rebuild trust?

With even the Strait of Hormuz deal open to conflicting interpretations, Gulf states are forging closer ties with Iran, weakening the united front Washington sought to build. Once again, Iran stands to gain diplomatic leverage

Iran-US tensions spur ASEAN security push: Hassan Wirajuda

Senior Indonesian diplomat Hassan Wirajuda said rising Iran-United States tensions in the Middle East have created ...

Could oil prices spike further? Inside the fragile US-Iran stance in the Gulf

Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East have escalated after attacks on commercial vessels. Iran's objective appears to be expanding its strategic influence over the Strait of Hormuz. Gulf nations are remaining cautious to avoid direct involvement in the confrontation. Crude oil prices are expected to remain elevated due to ongoing geopolitical risks. India, a major oil importer, faces increased vulnerability from these market developments.

Why US-Iran confrontation persist despite diplomacy

The latest escalation between the United States and Iran illustrates a recurring paradox in Middle Eastern geopolitics, where diplomatic engagement and military confrontation are not mutually exclusive.

Iran Calls for Strait of Hormuz Closure as U.S.-Iran Strikes Escalate Across Gulf Region | Dawn News

Iran has called for the closure of the Strait of Hormuz as tensions escalate following intensified U.S.-Iran strikes across the Gulf region. The development has raised concerns over maritime security, global energy supplies, and the possibility of a wider regional confrontation. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Dawn News English is your window into the latest news, insight, and features from South Asia and beyond. Website: www.dawn.com Official Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/dawnnewsenglish Official Twitter: https://x.com/dawnnewsenglish Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dawnnewsenglish #iran #straitofhormuz #usiran #middleeast #oilcrisis #geopolitics #worldnews #dawnnewsenglish #news #latestnews #dawnnewsenglish #dawnnews

Asia Could Emerge Long-Term Winner From Iran War Shock, Analysts Say

Asia has been among the regions most exposed to the Iran war because of its heavy dependence on Middle East energy.

Oman seeks dual-route Strait of Hormuz deal as Trump demands Iran admit ship attacks

Notably, Iran and Oman are reportedly discussing a potential statement on opening a “median lane” in the Strait of Hormuz for free and full movement, Axios reported.

U.S. military strikes Iran in response to attack on civilian vessel in Strait of Hormuz that Tehran said was using an ‘unauthorized route’

The announcement followed Iran and Oman’s foreign ministers meeting on Saturday to discuss the strait that lies between them.

Funeral rites for Iran’s supreme leader shift to Shiite cities in Iraq

Some officials said the outpouring of grief was intended to show the continuing close ties between Iraq and Iran despite U.S. efforts to hold sway in Baghdad.

US issues ultimatum to Iran over attacks in Strait of Hormuz

The US demand for a public Iranian commitment focuses specifically on guaranteeing safe passage for commercial shipping and confirming that all channels of the strait remain open to global maritime traffic. The post US issues ultimatum to Iran over attacks in Strait of Hormuz appeared first on World Israel News.

Gulf states brace again for fiery US-Iran showdown as tensions spiral

From the front lines of the US-Iran confrontation, the Gulf nations have again urged both sides, with strategic restraint, not to abandon their negotiations, while Tehran is telegraphing that the Strait of Hormuz is now Iran's.

Iran issues warning to countries supporting US after it launched strikes

Iranian State television aired a statement on Wednesday from Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters, Iran's joint military command, warning countries in the region that "providing support" to the U.S. will make them "a legitimate target". Subscribe: http://smarturl.it/AssociatedPress Read more: https://apnews.com​ This video may be available for archive licensing via https://newsroom.ap.org/home

Egypt and UAE Stress Need to Address Gulf Security Concerns

Egypt and UAE Stress Need to Address Gulf Security Concerns

US demands Iran publicly state that Strait of Hormuz is open and Tehran won't attack ships anymore

The U.S. is demanding that Iran make a public statement saying the Strait of Hormuz is open and that ships crossing the vital corridor won’t be attacked anymore. That's according to senior U.S. officials who said internal Tehran power struggles have made it difficult to reach and keep a deal. The...

US, Gulf states call for reopening Hormuz, reject ‘any tolls, fees, or attempts to assert control’ over waterway

US, Gulf bloc stress need to maintain ‘momentum and unity’ in talks to prevent Iran from ‘ever developing or otherwise acquiring a nuclear weapon’

Arab Parliament urges inclusion of Gulf security concerns in future US-Iran negotiations

CAIRO, 30th June, 2026 (WAM) -- Mohammed bin Ahmed Al Yamahi, Speaker for the Arab Parliament, has stressed that any understandings or agreements between the United States and Iran must take into account the security concerns of Arab countries, particularly the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states, and ensure their inclusion in any arrangements related to regional security and stability.Addressing the closing s

Drums of War: The Buildup Against Iran & The Eastern Axis’s Dilemma

Drums of War: The Buildup Against Iran The Eastern Axis’s Dilemma By Mohamed Al-Hassan Mohamed Noor Events in the Middle East are accelerating at an alarming pace. The “drums of war” are no longer a journalistic metaphor but a tangible reality felt in every move. From closed-door meetings between American and Israeli military leaders

Vance Touts Increased Ties Between Iran, GCC States

Vice President JD Vance said that the war against Iran has resulted in Gulf Arab states seeking deeper ties with Tehran. “Because of the conversations they’re having with the Iranians. The Emiratis — by far the most hawkish, by far the most pro-Israel country in the [Gulf Cooperation Council] — they’re having conversations with the []

Stocks jump, oil eases on hopes of progress in Iran talks

Asian share markets swung higher as Iranian negotiators said progress had been made in peace talks with the US, helping calm fears the process was breaking down. #News #Reuters #Newsfeed #markets #iranwar Read the story here: https://reut.rs/3SUAwbj 👉 Subscribe: https://reut.rs/4b8fRGn Keep up with the latest news from around the world: https://www.reuters.com/ Follow Reuters on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Reuters Follow Reuters on X: https://twitter.com/Reuters Follow Reuters on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reuters/?hl=en

Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding Turned into a Declaration of America's Defeat

The Speaker of the Islamic Consultative Assembly, referring to the fact that the Iranian nation demonstrated that the era of imposing will upon independent nations has ended and that the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding turned into a declaration of America's defeat, stated that Iran is ready for security agreements with Islamic countries, especially the Persian Gulf states, to be sustained through economic cooperation.

Chip Stocks Extend Losses as Middle East Tensions Push Oil Prices Higher

Global financial markets have been under pressure as renewed fighting between the United States and Iran threatens the fragile ceasefire reached last month. Fresh U.S. strikes on Iranian military targets, Tehran’s retaliatory attacks on U.S. facilities in the Gulf, and Washington’s decision to restore sanctions on Iranian oil have reignited concerns over energy supplies. The [] The post Chip Stocks Extend Losses as Middle East Tensions Push Oil Prices Higher appeared first on Modern Diplomacy.

The United States Is Now a Guarantor of Last Resort

The Gulf region has shown it’s ready to carry the diplomatic burden of managing Iran.

US demands Iran publicly state that Strait of Hormuz is open and Tehran won’t attack ships anymore

WASHINGTON (AP) - The U.S. is demanding that Iran make a public statement saying the Strait of Hormuz is open and that ships crossing the vital corrid...