Iran says it is working with Oman to establish a temporary arrangement allowing commercial shipping to resume through the Strait of Hormuz, while denying it is holding direct negotiations with the USA despite…

Tensions between the USA and Iran have escalated further as Donald Trump warned that the US could target Iranian bridges and power plants if Tehran does not return to negotiations. His remarks came…

UK households are facing renewed pressure on their finances as global oil prices remain elevated following the Middle East conflict that began in late February. Petrol prices have exceeded 150 pence per litre…

The USA and Iran are reportedly preparing to sign a memorandum of understanding aimed at ending recent hostilities and reopening the Strait of Hormuz. Details released by US officials outline a broad framework…

Tensions in the Gulf have risen sharply after the USA carried out what it described as self-defence strikes against Iranian targets on Qeshm Island in the Strait of Hormuz. The military said the…

Tensions between the USA and Iran remain dangerously high despite ongoing ceasefire talks and diplomatic efforts. On 25 May, there were new US airstrikes on southern Iran, targeting missile sites and ships allegedly…

The Government has softened planned sanctions banning imports of diesel and jet fuel refined from Russian oil in third countries, citing concerns over rising fuel prices and supply disruption caused by conflict in…

Iran’s foreign minister Abbas Araghchi has held a meeting with his counterpart Wang Yi in Beijing, as diplomatic efforts intensify to ease tensions between Iran and the USA over the Strait of Hormuz.…

With the two week cease-fire between the USA and Iran in a fragile state, Donald Trump has expressed optimism that a peace agreement may be close, with potential new talks under discussion as…

Keir Starmer has travelled to Saudi Arabia to engage with Gulf allies following the two-week ceasefire between the USA and Iran. Although the visit was planned prior to the ceasefire announcement, it now…