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Live Updates: U.S. and Iran trade strikes again
President Trump rejected Iranian claims that the Strait of Hormuz was closed, after a night of intense strikes with Iran. “Yeah, it’s open. We bombed the hell out of them last night,” he told NBC’s “Meet the Press.” A fresh round of attacks by the U.S. on Sunday was the latest volley in a familiar []
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Independent Online
· Jul 8, 2026
Is the war back on? US, Iran trade strikes in new threat to ceasefire
Is the war back on? US, Iran trade strikes in new threat to ceasefire
Sweden Herald
· Jun 27, 2026
US and Iran trade attacks and threats as tensions escalate in Gulf region
US and Iran trade attacks and threats as tensions escalate in Gulf region
Hindustan Times
· Jun 27, 2026
US Iran war LIVE updates: US attacks Iran after ‘ceasefire violation’; IRGC strikes back and warns of ‘broader response’
US-Iran war LIVE updates: The US and Iran once again traded strikes as the US accused Tehran of launching attack on a cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz near Oman. The flare-up threatens the fragile truce that ended months of war in the region.
ArcaMax
· Jun 28, 2026
US, Iran trade fresh attacks that put ceasefire under strain
The U.S. and Iran traded attacks targeting each other’s military infrastructure, signaling no letup in several days of escalation that are straining a ceasefire underpinning peace talks. In the latest barrage on Sunday, Iran’s Islamic ...
The Hill
· Jun 28, 2026
Live updates: Zohran Mamdani, Bill Cassidy hit Sunday shows; US-Iran ceasefire tested by fresh strikes
The U.S. and Iran have traded attacks this weekend, threatening the two sides' 60-day ceasefire and negotiations over Iran's nuclear program. Iran on Sunday launched drone and missile attacks targeting Bahrain and Kuwait, two key U.S. allies in the Persian Gulf. Iran's attacks came after U.S. forces conducted additional strikes against multiple Iranian targets in...
TRT World
· Jul 9, 2026
IRGC strikes Gulf after US attacks kill at least 14 in Iran
The US and Iran exchanged another round of attacks, as President Trump says Iran is eager to negotiate despite ongoing military escalation. Rising oil price concerns and domestic political pressure in the US continue to cloud the prospects for a lasting peace. Our North America Correspondent Jon Brain reports.
The korea Herald News
· Jul 9, 2026
US, Iran trade new strikes in fight over Hormuz strait
TEHRAN (AFP) -- The United States and Iran traded strikes on Thursday for the second day running as Washington and Tehran battled over the strategic Strait of Hormuz. The vital oil shipping corridor is a flashpoint in the Middle East war, with Tehran insisting on control of the strait despite it being open to free passage before the US-Israeli attacks in February. After the foes traded attacks on Wednesday, US President Donald Trump said the ceasefire with Iran was over, but left the door open
The Jerusalem Post
· Jun 28, 2026
How is the new Israel-Lebanon agreement different from previous peace attempts? - analysis
The deal follows days of regional diplomatic developments, including a memorandum of understanding between Washington and Tehran and the US acknowledgment of Iran’s involvement in Lebanon.
The Tribune
· Jul 9, 2026
US strikes around 90 targets in Iran as conflict escalates; Tehran hits Bahrain, Kuwait bases
The US and Iran exchanged fresh strikes for the second consecutive day, with Washington targeting Iranian military sites and Tehran retaliating by attacking US bases in Bahrain and Kuwait. Both sides have threatened further escalation, fuelling fears of an oil crisis as shipping through the vital Strait of Hormuz has dropped sharply. Responding to the []
Pajhwok Afghan News
· Jun 28, 2026
Iran, US exchange strikes as interim ceasefire faces new tensions
KABUL (Pajhwok): Iran and the United States traded fresh attacks in the Gulf on Sunday, with both sides accusing each other of violating an interim
Vanguard News
· Jul 9, 2026
US, Iran trade new strikes in fight over Strait of Hormuz
The United States and Iran traded strikes on Thursday for the second day running as Washington and Tehran battled over the strategic Strait of Hormuz. The post US, Iran trade new strikes in fight over Strait of Hormuz appeared first on Vanguard News.
CBC News
· Jan 9, 2026
U.S. and Iran trade strikes, in escalation over Strait of Hormuz
U.S. and Iran trade strikes, in escalation over Strait of Hormuz
The Japan Times
· Jun 23, 2026
Unraveling U.S. sanctions on Iran unlikely to be quick or easy
At issue is whether an interim U.S. deal with Iran can translate into lasting economic relief.
Iran Herald
· Jun 23, 2026
What US sanctions relief on Iranian oil means for global energy market
New York [US], June 23, (ANI): The United States has temporarily lifted sanctions on Iranian oil and petrochemical exports, a move that will allow Tehran to transact with international trading partners freely and even receive payments in dollars. 'Oil and petrochem exports are waived, blockade lifted, some frozen assets released, and a major reconstruction development plan launched for Iran,' Iranian forei
NaturalNews.com
· Jun 25, 2026
Iran holds U.S. to account on peace deal, warning broken promises fuel decades of distrust
(NaturalNews) The peace deal with Iran is already in danger. The United States and Iran are locked in a diplomatic standoff over a fragile memorandum of understandi...
9 News Australia
· Jun 22, 2026
Iran-U.S. talks wrap up in Switzerland | 9 News Australia
The US have wrapped up a "very very good day" of negotiations with Iran, discussing the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and "deconfliction" for the regional ceasefire. | Subscribe and 🔔: http://9Soci.al/KM6e50GjSK9 | Get more breaking news at 9News.com.au: http://9Soci.al/iyCO50GjSK6 FOLLOW 9News Australia ► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/9News/ ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/9NewsAUS ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/9news/ Join 9News for the latest in news and events that affect you in your local city, as well as news from across Australia and the world. #BREAKINGNEWS #9NEWS #AUSTRALIA
Armstrong Economics
· Jun 21, 2026
Interview: Will the US/Iran Deal Hold?
Interview: Will the US/Iran Deal Hold?
Atlantic Council
· Jul 2, 2026
With US sanctions temporarily lifted, is Iranian crude back on the menu?
The US-Iran deal waives sanctions on Iranian oil sales, but Washington will need further steps to meaningfully shift global crude trade and ensure clearer visibility into Iranian oil transactions. The post With US sanctions temporarily lifted, is Iranian crude back on the menu? appeared first on Atlantic Council.
Utusan Malaysia
· Jun 28, 2026
Selat Hormuz masih belum aman
TEHERAN: Perjanjian gencatan senjata antara Iran dan Amerika Syarikat (AS) dilihat kembali goyah selepas kedua-dua negara saling berbalas serangan di Teluk. Tindakan ketenteraan baharu sejak Jumaat dan semalam meningkatkan semula ketegangan di rantau berkenaan, sekali gus mengancam gencatan senjata rapuh dan rundingan yang sedang berlangsung mengenai keselamatan di Selat Hormuz. Kor Pengawal Revolusi Islam Iran ... Read more The post Selat Hormuz masih belum aman appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.
India TV News
· Jun 29, 2026
How Iran's strikes on Bahrain and Kuwait forced the US to reassess military presence in Middle East
The back-and-forth attacks between the United States (US) and Iran, despite them signing a peace deal this month, have once again escalated the tensions in the Middle East, with analysts fearing that it could further disrupt the global supply chains. These strikes are a result of Iran targeting a container vessel near Oman's coast in the Strait of Hormuz.
Sky News Australia
· Jul 1, 2026
Iran’s ‘new nuclear weapon’: Weaponised geography in Strait of Hormuz
Former Middle East negotiator Aaron David Miller says the terms of the US peace talks with Iran are going to be “incredibly difficult” to negotiate. “I’m reminded of what the Taliban said, in reference to American efforts in Afghanistan. You have the clock; the Taliban said, we have the time,” Mr Miller told Sky News Australia. “We’re not going back to February 27 when 20 per cent of global oil supply flowed. It’s not going to be free and unfettered anymore. “That is the new Iranian nuclear weapon. They’ve weaponised geography, and they’ve done it with a terrifying clarity and impact.”
USA TODAY
· Jul 7, 2026
U.S. launches new strikes on Iran after tanker attacks in Strait of Hormuz
U.S. launches new strikes on Iran after attacks on oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions over shipping and oil enforcement. Read more: Sign up for our newsletter for the day's top stories, from sports to movies to politics to world events: https://profile.usatoday.com/newsletters/daily-briefing/
Mehr News Agency
· Jun 29, 2026
Iran, Afghanistan target $10bn in trade by 2029
TEHRAN, Jun. 29 (MNA) – Iran and Afghanistan are targeting 10 billion in annual bilateral trade within three years, an Iranian trade official said Monday.
Talking Points Memo
· Jun 22, 2026
Iran War Groundhog day Update
Today’s two-steps forward, two-steps back news from the US-Iran negotiations reminds us not only of how but also of why...
The Independent
· Jun 28, 2026
Iran-US war live: Washington and Tehran ‘agree to halt strikes’ as further talks expected
Iran and the US traded attacks in the Gulf in recent days as each accused the other of violating an interim ceasefire deal
NPR News
· Jun 29, 2026
U.S.-Iran peace talks in question after weekend attacks in the Gulf
Iran and the U.S. traded attacks over the weekend, throwing into question technical talks that were set to take place this week to advance the interim deal agreed earlier this month.
Syrian Arab News Agency
· Jul 9, 2026
U.S. and Iran exchange strikes as Trump warns of further attacks
Washington, July 9 (SANA) The United States and Iran exchanged strikes on Wednesday as U.S. President Donald Trump warned that Washington would intensify its military campaign if Tehran continued targeting commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. In a post on social media, Trump said the latest U.S. strikes were carried out in retaliation for []
Townhall
· Jun 22, 2026
We Have an Update on the Iran Negotiations
We Have an Update on the Iran Negotiations
Tehran Times
· Jun 29, 2026
Iran-Afghanistan trade targeted to reach $10b over next 3 years
TEHRAN- The commercial attaché of Iran in Afghanistan said that trade between the two countries reached 2.7 billion in the past Iranian calendar year 1404 (ended on March 20), and the target of 10 billion in trade is being pursued over the next three years.
Le Monde
· Jul 8, 2026
Video: US strikes Iran in response to new attacks in Strait of Hormuz
The renewed tensions between Washington and Tehran come just 20 days after both sides signed a memorandum of understanding that was meant to guarantee the security of this shipping lane, which is crucial for global hydrocarbon trade.
Kyiv Post
· Jul 9, 2026
Iran Claims Strikes on US Bases After Washington Hits 90 Targets
The US and Iran exchanged strikes for a second consecutive day as tensions escalated over control of the Strait of Hormuz. Washington said it hit around 90 Iranian military targets linked to threats against commercial shipping, while Iran’s Revolutionary Guards claimed strikes on US bases in Bahrain and Kuwait.
Egyptian Gazette
· Jul 10, 2026
‘US, Iran eye mid‑August agreement’
A senior US official said Friday that talks between the United States and Iran on a potential long‑term agreement are ongoing, despite rising military tensions between the two countries. The official, speaking on condition of anonymity, said the United States “remains committed to finding a diplomatic solution with Iran,” describing the current discussions as “technical [] The post ‘US, Iran eye mid‑August agreement’ appeared first on Egyptian Gazette.
MeidasTouch
· Jul 8, 2026
JUST IN: US STRIKES IRAN AGAIN…WAR UPDATES 7/7/26
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MS NOW
· Jul 8, 2026
‘I think it’s over’: Trump puts future of Iran ceasefire in doubt amid new strikes
The world now confronts a difficult new question: Does the “deal” between the United States and Iran deal still exist? The post ‘I think it’s over’: Trump puts future of Iran ceasefire in doubt amid new strikes appeared first on MS NOW.
BOL News
· Jul 10, 2026
US says technical talks with Iran continue despite airstrikes, Trump declaring ceasefire over
WASHINGTON: The United States will engage in “technical talks” with Iran and remains committed to finding a diplomatic solution to the conflict, despite the two countries trading airstrikes in recent days, a U.S. official said Thursday. The official said President Donald Trump had made his position clear and characterized Iran’s attacks on commercial vessels as ... Read more The post US says technical talks with Iran continue despite airstrikes, Trump declaring ceasefire over appeared first on BOL News.
Al Jazeera
· Jun 28, 2026
The US-Iran MoU: A mirage of an agreement
Both Washington and Tehran know that current deal will not lead to lasting peace. It is merely a strategic pause
RTÉ News
· Jul 9, 2026
Iran and US exchange further back-and-forth strikes
The United States and Iran traded strikes for the second day running as Washington and Tehran battled over the strategic Strait of Hormuz.
Daily Sabah
· Jul 9, 2026
Iran retaliates to fresh US strikes as tensions around Hormuz flare
The U.S. and Iran exchanged strikes for a second straight day Thursday as tensions escalated over control of the strategic Strait of Hormuz. The vital oil and gas corridor is a ke...
The Economic Times
· Jul 4, 2026
US must 'accept existing realities' on trade: Iran
US must 'accept existing realities' on trade: Iran
Al-Monitor
· Jun 26, 2026
US and Iran trade strikes putting new strain on Mideast ceasefire
The United States and Iran traded military strikes after Washington on Friday accused Tehran of attacking a cargo ship, jeopardizing a fragile ceasefire as diplomats struggle to contain the Middle East war.US Central Command said the American strikes, against Iranian missile and drone storage sites and coastal radar positions, were a response to unwarranted aggression against commercial shipping by Iranian forces that clearly violated the ceasefire.
AzerNews
· Jun 29, 2026
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.
WRAL News
· Jul 8, 2026
After launching strikes on Iran, Trump says ceasefire is 'over' but says negotiations can continue
The U.S. has launched strikes on Iran and revoked a license authorizing the sale of Iranian oil in retaliation for what it said were Tehran’s attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran hit back with strikes on Bahrain and Kuwait. U.S. President Donald Trump said later that the interim agreeme...
Ariana News
· Jul 13, 2026
US launches major strikes on Iran as Tehran retaliates across Gulf
The latest escalation marks one of the most intense exchanges since the conflict began earlier this year, raising fresh concerns about regional stability. The post US launches major strikes on Iran as Tehran retaliates across Gulf first appeared on Ariana News | Afghanistan News.
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