
The Guardian - 2 hours 13 min ago
While Trump suggests deal could come as soon as today, Iran indicates that ongoing talks with Oman would not lead to its immediate reopening Hello and welcome to our live coverage of the Middle East. US officials, including Donald Trump, have said a deal over the strait of Hormuz could be reached today, with continued diplomatic efforts potentially paving the way for US-Iran talks to resume. The possible agreement between Iran and Oman on arrangements for vessels to pass through the strait of Hormuz...

The Independent - 4 hours 14 min ago
Sources indicate the US Army is running dangerously low on crucial surface-to-surface weapons...

The Independent - 4 hours 17 min ago
The S&P Global UK services PMI survey showed a reading of 52.1 for July, up from 48.8 in June.

The Independent - 4 hours 46 min ago
The US president had said that Israel was happy with the proposal but Netanyahu insisted it had not been signed off...

The Guardian - 5 hours 41 min ago
Retailer expects to end year with pre-tax profit of 1.2bn, about 25m higher than forecast previously Next has raised hopes that UK shoppers are still willing to spend despite pressures on household budgets, as it upgraded its profit guidance for the third time this year. The clothing and homeware retailer said it benefited from sunny weather and the release of some "pent-up demand" in the Middle East and northern Europe in the 13 weeks ended on 1 August. Continue reading...

The Independent - 6 hours 51 min ago
The fashion and homeware retailer lifted its profit outlook again as a result of the stronger-than-expected second quarter.

The Independent - 8 hours 21 min ago
Trump said the agreement would include reopening the Strait of Hormuz and address Iran's nuclear program...

The Independent - 10 hours 18 min ago
Trump said the agreement would include reopening the Strait of Hormuz and address Iran's nuclear program...

The Guardian - 15 hours 58 min ago
This live blog is now closed. US and Qatar report progress on Iran ceasefire and reopening Hormuz strait Iran and Oman have made progress toward a deal to reopen the strait of Hormuz, a potential breakthrough that could help end the war in the Middle East, regional officials have said. Under the emerging agreement, ships would enter the Persian Gulf through an Iranian-controlled route and exit through a route controlled by Oman, with service fees charged for providing security and preserving the...

New York Times - 16 hours 4 min ago
Ms. Stevens who once said at a Hanukkah celebration that "Israel comes to me in my dreams" is testing whether Democratic primary voters will embrace a pro-Israel candidate in a race where Middle East politics are a major issue.

The Guardian - 19 hours 47 min ago
Masoud Pezeshkian dismisses talk of internal rift as hardline Assembly of Experts call US negotiations futile' Middle East crisis live latest updates Masoud Pezeshkian, Iran's president, has been forced to deny claims that he has repeatedly threatened to resign as he battles hardline factions opposed to reaching a settlement with the US over the strait of Hormuz. The US and Europe hope a deal is imminent to reopen the strait and they are putting pressure on Oman to accept a temporary agreement...

NPR - 20 hours 11 min ago
The U.S. and its partners depend on Patriot interceptors to shoot down incoming ballistic missiles. But Russia and Iran are firing their weapons at rates far higher than Patriots can be produced.

The Independent - 20 hours 50 min ago
Jordan has held custodianship of the Muslim site for more than 100 years, but a minister has voiced concerns that its stewardship is under serious threat...

The Guardian - 21 hours 49 min ago
Optimism echoes Trump's claims on Monday that deal is close as mediators say they are exchanging proposals Middle East crisis live latest updates US and Qatari officials have said progress is being made in restoring a ceasefire in the US-Iran war and reopening the strait of Hormuz. The optimistic speculation on Tuesday brought oil prices down 2%, but the strait remained closed to shipping and a cargo vessel was reportedly struck by an unidentified projectile off Oman's coast close to the...

The Independent - 21 hours 51 min ago
The FTSE 100 index closed up 21.68 points, or 0.2%, at 10,879.38.

The Hill - 22 hours 21 min ago
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Tuesday said a deal regarding the Strait of Hormuz could be made either "today" or "tomorrow" as the world waits for the strategic waterway to return to pre-war conditions. "We are in talks with the Iranians. There is a chance we may have a deal today or tomorrow to open...

Deadline Hollywood - 22 hours 42 min ago
Spider-Man: Brand New Day has achieved the biggest-opening weekend of all time for a film in Middle East box office history. Empire Entertainment, the exclusive theatrical distributor for Sony Pictures across the region, said the film generated US$18.4 million at the Middle East box office. United Arab Emirates contributed $7.4 million and Saudi Arabia delivered […]...

The Independent - 23 hours 38 min ago
Proponents argue that it would alleviate the burden on staff, while critics say it would be cruel' and vicious' to police a prison with crocodiles...