Iran-US war live: Tehran declares Strait of Hormuz is closed days after Trump deal
The United States and Iran remain at an impasse regarding a permanent end to the Gulf war. While Pakistan's defense minister suggested the two nations were close to an arrangement, a senior Iranian source told Reuters that no progress has been made on reviving an interim peace deal and no ceasefire extension talks have occurred. Tensions are rising as Iran-backed Houthi rebels killed six people on a ship in the Bab el-Mandeb strait, extending the conflict into the Red Sea. President Donald Trump has dismissed aggressive demands from Tehran and pivoted back to sanctions.
What changed
Iran rejected President Trump's demands for reciprocal compensation and denied reports of a ceasefire extension.
Live updates
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US and Iran deadlock over peace deal as Red Sea violence escalates
The United States and Iran remain at an impasse regarding a permanent end to the Gulf war. While Pakistan's defense minister suggested the two nations were close to an arrangement, a senior Iranian source told Reuters that no progress has been made on reviving an interim peace deal and no ceasefire extension talks have occurred. Tensions are rising as Iran-backed Houthi rebels killed six people on a ship in the Bab el-Mandeb strait, extending the conflict into the Red Sea. President Donald Trump has dismissed aggressive demands from Tehran and pivoted back to sanctions.
Why it matters
The conflict centers on control of strategic shipping lanes and the implementation of a Memorandum of Understanding. A failure to reach a diplomatic agreement threatens global oil prices and regional stability. Saudi Arabia is currently preparing for potential major Houthi attacks as the war widens.
What is confirmed
- Iran-backed rebels killed six people on a ship in the Bab el-Mandeb strait.
- President Donald Trump rejected a list of aggressive demands from Iran on Tuesday.
- The conflict between the US and Iran has spread to the Red Sea.
Still unconfirmed
- President Trump will demand compensation from Iran if Tehran seeks it during peace talks.
What to watch next
- Confirmation of whether the US and Iran will return to the interim peace deal.
- Further military activity by Houthi rebels in the Red Sea.
- The announcement or failure of the Strait of Hormuz reopening deal.
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Trump signals imminent Strait of Hormuz deal as Iran and Oman agree on coordinates
President Donald Trump says a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz could be announced as early as Wednesday or Thursday following intensive negotiations. Trump described Tuesday's all-day talks with Iran as productive and noted the goal is to ease oil prices. While Iran and Oman have agreed on the coordinates for a route through the strait, the Iranian foreign ministry stated this agreement does not guarantee security in the waterway. Trump warned that strong military action will resume if these diplomatic efforts fail.
Why it matters
The U.S. has paused planned airstrikes against Iran to facilitate a quick diplomatic resolution. This comes after Iran claimed to strike U.S.-escorted tankers and attacked U.S. facilities in Kuwait. The stability of the Strait of Hormuz is critical for global oil markets.
What is confirmed
- President Donald Trump stated a deal on the Strait of Hormuz could arrive Wednesday or Thursday.
- Trump described negotiations with Iran on Tuesday as productive all-day talks.
- Washington is engaged in intensive negotiations with Tehran.
- Trump warned that very strong military action would resume if talks fail.
- Iran and Oman have agreed on the coordinates of a route through the Strait of Hormuz.
Still unconfirmed
- The agreement on coordinates will not guarantee security in the waterway.
- The deal is intended to ease oil prices.
What to watch next
- Official announcement of the Strait of Hormuz deal on Thursday.
- Confirmation of security guarantees for vessels using the new coordinates.
- Whether the U.S. resumes military action following the negotiation deadline.
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Trump signals imminent Strait of Hormuz deal amid Oman talks
President Donald Trump says a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz could be announced as early as Wednesday or Thursday. Trump described all-day negotiations with Iran on Tuesday as productive and stated the U.S. will delay fresh attacks on Iran to facilitate a quick agreement. Meanwhile, Iran and Oman have agreed on geographic coordinates for a route through the strait, though an Iranian foreign ministry spokesperson noted this does not guarantee security in the waterway.
Why it matters
The Strait of Hormuz is a critical chokepoint for global oil prices. This diplomatic push follows recent Iranian attacks on U.S. facilities in Kuwait and tankers in the strait.
What is confirmed
- President Trump stated a deal on the Strait of Hormuz could arrive Wednesday or Thursday.
- Trump described Tuesday's negotiations with Iran as productive all-day talks.
- The U.S. is delaying new attacks on Iran to pursue a quick deal.
- Iran and Oman agreed on coordinates for a route through the Strait of Hormuz.
Still unconfirmed
- The Iranian foreign ministry claims the new route coordinates will not guarantee security in the waterway.
- Washington is engaged in intensive negotiations with Tehran.
- Very strong military action will resume if talks fail.
What to watch next
- Official announcement of the Strait of Hormuz deal
- Verification of security guarantees for the new shipping route
- U.S. military response to previous IRGC strikes in Kuwait
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- www.theguardian.com — Iran and Oman agree on coordinates of route through strait of Hormuz, says Iranian foreign ministry – as it happened
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Trump pauses Iran strikes as Tehran targets ships and Kuwait base
President Donald Trump has halted planned airstrikes against Iran while promoting a potential deal regarding the Strait of Hormuz and Gulf security. Despite the pause, Iran claims to have struck two tankers in the Strait of Hormuz that had U.S. aerial escorts and launched a drone attack on U.S. facilities in Kuwait. While Trump describes a Gaza peace plan as a "great breakthrough," he has not clarified the order of Hamas disarmament and troop withdrawal. Iran has not publicly acknowledged any negotiations or changed its position on the Strait.
Why it matters
The U.S. and Saudi Arabia previously conducted joint strikes against Iranian-backed militias. Tensions escalated after a drone set fire to a U.S.-owned gas tanker in Egypt. This current standoff involves critical shipping lanes and nuclear talks.
What is confirmed
- President Donald Trump called off planned U.S. strikes on Iran.
- Trump described a Gaza peace plan as a "great breakthrough".
Still unconfirmed
- Iran targeted U.S. facilities in Kuwait and two tankers in the Strait of Hormuz.
What to watch next
- Confirmation of damage to U.S. facilities in Kuwait
- Public acknowledgment of negotiations by the Iranian government
- Clarification on the sequence of Hamas disarmament in the Gaza plan
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Iran-US conflict escalates with airstrikes and tanker attacks
The conflict between Iran and the US is expanding, with airstrikes targeting Iranian proxies in Iraq and a US-owned gas tanker being set ablaze by a drone in Egypt. The US and Saudi Arabia are jointly conducting strikes against Iranian-backed militias. The situation remains volatile with threats of further action.
What's confirmed:
- The US and Saudi Arabia are jointly striking Iranian proxies in Iraq.
- A US-owned gas storage tanker in Egypt has been struck by a drone.
Still unconfirmed:
- Iran has closed the Strait of Hormuz
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Trump Announces US-Iran Peace Deal to Reopen Strait of Hormuz
President Donald Trump announced a peace deal with Iran to end the naval blockade of Iranian ports and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The US has paused planned strikes to allow Iran a week for the funeral of former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. Negotiations regarding the deal and nuclear talks are expected to resume July 11.
What's confirmed:
- President Donald Trump announced a peace deal between the US and Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and end the American naval blockade of Iranian ports.
- The US and Iran are currently holding fire while working on a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
- The Trump administration is continuing a military buildup despite the current ceasefire.
- The Strait of Hormuz is a maritime route used for 20 percent of global oil and natural gas shipments.
Still unconfirmed:
- Iran expects over 20 million people to attend the funeral of Ali Khamenei.
- The US issued directives to embassies to pressure countries not to attend Khamenei's funeral.
- US ambassadors in Africa threatened to stop development aid to countries attending the funeral.
- Secretary of State Marco Rubio called counterparts in five Arab countries regarding the funeral.
- 13 countries have declined to attend the funeral of Ali Khamenei.
- Satellite images show Iranian activity near a tunnel complex near Natanz in violation of a memorandum of understanding.
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US and Iran Exchange Strikes as Peace Talks Continue
The US and Iran have traded strikes and threats over the weekend despite a ceasefire. Both nations have agreed to stand down for now to pursue a permanent end to the war. Negotiations are expected to resume in Pakistan and Qatar.
What's confirmed:
- Iran struck a ship in the Strait of Hormuz.
- The US and Iran exchanged strikes and issued new threats over the weekend.
- Both nations agreed to stand down for now to continue peace talks.
Still unconfirmed:
- Iran and the US will meet in Qatar to resume peace talks.
- President Trump plans to send US negotiators to Pakistan for further talks.
- The White House argues the US-Iran ceasefire paused the 60-day war powers clock.
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Trump and Iran Clash Over Nuclear Inspections and Hormuz Blockade
The US and Iran are disputing the terms of their war-halt agreement. While the IAEA chief confirmed inspectors will visit Iranian sites, Tehran denies plans for such visits. President Trump claims Iran will not charge tolls in the Strait of Hormuz.
What's confirmed:
- The head of the UN nuclear agency stated that inspectors will visit Iranian nuclear enrichment sites.
- President Trump stated that Iran will not impose tolls on ships in the Strait of Hormuz.
- Iranian gunboats attacked cargo ships in the Strait of Hormuz.
Still unconfirmed:
- President Trump claims Tehran "fully and completely" agreed to return inspectors.
- Iran maintains there are no plans for inspections of its bombed nuclear sites.
- Donald Trump asserted the US will not be blackmailed by Iran.
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- Trump says Iran "completely agreed" to nuclear inspections, but Tehran denies any such plans
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Iran Closes Strait of Hormuz Amid US-Iran Technical Talks
Iran has reimposed control over the Strait of Hormuz, citing Israeli attacks in Lebanon. US and Iranian negotiators met in Switzerland on Saturday to discuss the interim war-halt agreement. President Trump stated that discussions are working well despite the blockade.
What's confirmed:
- Iran closed the Strait of Hormuz.
- US and Iranian negotiators met in Switzerland on Saturday.
- Tehran cited Israeli attacks in Lebanon as the reason for closing the strait.
Still unconfirmed:
- Steve Witkoff is traveling to Switzerland to help restart technical talks.
- Trump claimed that discussions with Iran are "working out very well".
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Iran declares Strait of Hormuz closed amid Israel-Lebanon clashes
Iran has declared the Strait of Hormuz closed in response to continued Israeli strikes in Lebanon. The US and Iran are set to hold talks in Switzerland, but there are conflicting claims on the status of the Strait of Hormuz. The situation remains tense, with the US and Iran at odds over the deal.
What's confirmed:
- Iran said the Strait of Hormuz is closed due to ceasefire violations after Israel's continued deadly strikes in southern Lebanon.
- The US and Iran are holding talks in Switzerland to hammer out peace deal terms.
- US Vice President JD Vance said "the straits really are open".
- Trump threatened to charge US tolls in the Strait of Hormuz if a final Iran deal is not reached in 60 days.
Still unconfirmed:
- Trump claims he can control IDF actions in Lebanon because Israelis respect him.
- The Trump administration is considering a "VIP pass" to coax more oil tankers through the Strait of Hormuz.
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