U.S. President Donald Trump has declared that the United States will become the “guardian” of the Strait of Hormuz, saying Washington should take control of the strategic waterway and be compensated by allied nations for ensuring its security as tensions with Iran continue to escalate. Speaking during a television interview on Monday, Trump argued that […]
Washington Signals Return to Diplomacy Despite Renewed Tensions U.S. President Donald Trump has announced that Washington has agreed to Iran’s request to continue diplomatic talks, even as he declared that the ceasefire between the two countries is officially over following a fresh wave of military confrontations across the Middle East. The announcement marks a significant […]
The United States has reinstated sanctions on Iranian oil exports after a series of attacks on oil and liquefied natural gas (LNG) tankers in and around the Strait of Hormuz, marking a significant escalation in its economic pressure campaign against Tehran and further straining already fragile diplomatic relations. The move comes as tensions between Washington […]
Attack near Oman raises fresh fears over maritime security despite fragile Iran ceasefire efforts The United Nations has temporarily suspended its ship escort and evacuation initiative through the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz after a cargo vessel came under attack near the coast of Oman, casting fresh doubt over efforts to stabilize one of the […]