Middle East
US widens Iran strikes as Hormuz conflict edges closer to full-scale war
Fresh attacks deepen Middle East conflict despite renewed claims that peace is possible
By Associated Press
Tensions rise as US reimposes blockade after Tehran attacks ships
Talks have stalled amid intensified fighting over control of Strait of Hormuz, sending oil prices higher
By Associated Press
Iran and US launch new attacks, battle over control of Strait of Hormuz
Iran fires ballistic missiles at US airbase in Jordan while US launches sustained attacks on Iranian targets
By Reuters
Former Qatari emir Sheikh Hamad dies at 74 after transforming Gulf state
Leader who reshaped Qatar dies after decades of economic and political change
By Reuters
Iran expands Gulf attacks as fighting with US threatens Strait of Hormuz shipping
Renewed strikes deepen fears over oil supplies and regional stability
By Reuters
Trump rattles Nato summit with threat to cut Spanish trade
Donald Trump calls Spain a ‘terrible partner’
By Reuters
Huge crowds mourn Khamenei as Iran stages mass funeral procession
Funeral crowds in Tehran showcase Iran’s ruling establishment after Khamenei’s death
By Reuters
Gadi Eisenkot emerges as Netanyahu’s strongest challenger in Israel
Ex-general’s poll surge threatens Netanyahu ahead of Israel’s next election
By Reuters
Iran strikes US bases after Trump warns regime faces destruction
Middle East truce teeters after fresh attacks on US military sites
By Reuters
UN halts escort of ships through Hormuz after vessel comes under fire
International Maritime Organisation stops escorting ships through Strait of Hormuz after attack on vessel reignites concern that deal with Iran will not hold
By Reuters
Brent closes at lowest since start of Iran war as Hormuz shipping recovers
Brent crude closes at $73.74 as tanker traffic resumes in Strait of Hormuz
By Reuters
Rubio seeks to reassure Gulf allies over Iran deal
Gulf states press Washington on security concerns after landmark Iran peace accord
By Reuters
Tehran denies Trump claim on nuclear inspections, deal to buy US goods
US president says Iran has consented to inspections and will buy American products
By Reuters
Iran, US agree to halt war and reopen Hormuz, sending oil prices tumbling
Tehran’s nuclear programme and sanctions relief to be addressed in next round of talks
By Reuters
US and Iran inch closer to deal, but timing is unclear
US and Pakistan forecast a Sunday signing of agreement to end fighting and open Hormuz
