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Iran, Oman push to become administrators of Strait of Hormuz as toll system remains unclear

BY DANIELLE GREYMAN-KENNARD — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 17:59:34 GMT

Both countries emphasize “their sovereignty and sovereign rights over their territorial waters in the Strait of Hormuz” and “agreed to maintain their dialogue on this issue."

Trump confirms US, IAEA inspectors will be allowed to inspect Iran’s enriched material - report

BY GOLDIE KATZ — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 16:02:59 GMT

IAEA head Rafael Grossi also confirmed on Wednesday that inspections are “going to happen,” according to the Associated Press.

Iran FM Abbas Araghchi says Gaza war to be raised in US talks, reaffirms Hamas support - report

BY ESTHER DAVIS — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 13:54:50 GMT

The comments came in a phone call with Hamas representative Basem Naim, who praised Iran’s “steadfast support” for Palestinians, according to state and IRGC-linked outlets.

MoU a 'declaration of defeat' by US, new era rises in the Middle East, says Iran parliament speaker

BY REUTERS AND JONAH DAVIDOV — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 11:04:27 GMT

Mohammed Bagher Ghalibaf is in Baku, Azerbaijan, at a meeting of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation.

Republican-majority US Senate votes to curb Trump's powers in Iran war

BY REUTERS — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 23:41:31 GMT

The Senate voted 50-48 in favor of the concurrent resolution, which passed the House of Representatives earlier this month, reflecting growing concern about the unpopular conflict.

IAEA chief, Trump says Iran agreed to nuclear inspections, Tehran denies deal - report

BY REUTERS AND JAMES GENN AND DANYA SAPERSTEIN — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 15:34:37 GMT

US President Donald Trump said Iran has agreed to allow long-term nuclear inspections, a claim Tehran has rejected, as he also addressed US naval positioning near the Strait of Hormuz.

'Cold cost-benefit calculation': Washington greenlights Tehran’s oil transactions under MoU

BY DANIELLE GREYMAN-KENNARD — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 14:54:10 GMT

Washington has issued a 60-day license allowing Iran to resume oil transactions, a step linked to diplomatic talks and already impacting global crude prices.

Israel smuggled Starlink systems into Iran, former PM Bennett says

BY REUTERS — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 13:16:59 GMT

Former prime minister Naftali Bennett said Israel smuggled Starlink internet receivers into Iran to help anti-government protesters, but claimed the effort was later halted by the current government.

F-15 pilot saw Iran's 'jellyfish' drone formation when jet was shot down during Epic Fury - report

BY JAMES GENN — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 12:37:19 GMT

A US F-15 pilot who was shot down over Iran in April described observing a coordinated formation of Iranian drones resembling a “jellyfish,” according to multiple sources cited in a CNN report.

'A Call to Save Lebanon': Lebanese leaders urge action against Iranian interference

BY DANIELLE GREYMAN-KENNARD — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 12:12:25 GMT

Over 400 Lebanese politicians and religious leaders have signed a declaration urging an end to Iranian interference and support for state sovereignty.

US, Iranian delegations express optimism as technical talks in Switzerland conclude

BY SHIR PERETS AND REUTERS — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 09:51:14 GMT

“When implementing a ceasefire and ending the war becomes difficult, we can resolve it either through missiles or through negotiations,” Ghalibaf told reporters while leaving Switzerland.

Rubio heads to Gulf to sell Iran deal amid regional concerns

BY REUTERS — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 09:43:09 GMT

Gulf Arab leaders are expected to press Marco Rubio over a draft Iran agreement they fear could reshape regional security and boost Tehran’s power.

Iran FM spox. says IAEA interactions to continue as pro-IRGC outlet denies US claims of invitation

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 21:08:29 GMT

Earlier on Monday, Iran's IRGC-affiliated Tasnim news agency denied claims that IAEA inspectors would be allowed access to the country's nuclear sites under the MoU.

US authorizes Iranian oil sales amid talks on final peace deal

BY REUTERS — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 16:46:52 GMT

The license authorizes the production, delivery, and sale of crude oil, petrochemicals, and petroleum products of Iranian origin through August 21.

Iran's Hormuz strait rules include enforcing penalties, revoking permissions if ships do not comply

BY DANIELLE GREYMAN-KENNARD — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 15:31:49 GMT

The United States has not confirmed the number of mines laid by Iran, though a Whitehouse official confirmed to CNBC earlier this month that more than 40 minelaying vessels had been destroyed.

'Good foundation for successful final deal' was made during US-Iran talks, says Vance

BY REUTERS AND JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 14:36:23 GMT

Speaking on the ongoing conflict in Lebanon, Vance said that while “we want Israel's security to be protected, we also want Lebanon's sovereignty to be protected."

Ship traffic plunges after Iran re-closes Strait of Hormuz following Israeli strikes on Lebanon

BY REUTERS — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 04:05:41 GMT

Five vessels passed the strait on Sunday, from 26 ships spotted a day earlier, data from analytics firm Kpler showed.

US-Iran talks focused on elements of nuclear deal, enforcement of Lebanon ceasefire - report

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 00:19:12 GMT

A US diplomat told Axios that "all four parties seem pleased with how the talks went today," after the conclusion of the first day of US-Iran talks, mediated by Pakistan and Qatar.

Iranian lawmaker sparks legal storm after revealing Khamenei letters on US deal

BY DANIELLE GREYMAN-KENNARD — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 19:23:02 GMT

Iran’s state media has been thrown into turmoil after a lawmaker revealed alleged classified correspondence from Khamenei on nuclear talks with Washington.

First day of US-Iran negotiations in Switzerland concludes amicably after rocky start

BY MIRIAM SELA-EITAM AND REUTERS AND JERUSALEM POST STAFF AND ARIELLA ROITMAN — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 08:17:31 GMT

Both Iran and the US have agreed to establish a High-Level Committee for political oversight during future talks, said the joint statement.

Hormuz must be cleared of 80 mines, may not open until year's end, says tanker body - report

BY TZVI JASPER — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 02:16:39 GMT

Richard Meade, editor-in-chief at the maritime data provider Lloyd’s List, said that he doesn't believe the traffic through the Strait of Hormuz will return to normal before the end of the year.

US, Qatar plan to unfreeze billions in Iranian funds for purchase of humanitarian goods - report

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Sat, 20 Jun 2026 10:07:06 GMT

The deal would allow Iran to begin by accessing $6 billion currently held in Qatar, specifically for purchases of food, medicine, and other humanitarian goods.

Iranian Guards' business empire to win big if US sanctions lifted

BY REUTERS — Sat, 20 Jun 2026 09:00:02 GMT

Four senior Iranian sources described how the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps was uniquely positioned to capture a large share of any financial rewards that would accrue from sanctions relief.

US responsible to end war on all fronts, including Lebanon, Iranian FM says

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Fri, 19 Jun 2026 19:05:27 GMT

Araghchi added that the US would be held responsible for any violation of the memorandum of understanding between Iran and the US.

Police order last-minute ban of Iranian opposition rally in Paris, no reason given

BY REUTERS — Fri, 19 Jun 2026 13:16:43 GMT

The sudden ruling came hours after a call between France's Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot and his Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi, where they discussed the latest developments in the Iran war.

Iran's Revolutionary Guards set up covert Iraqi cells to attack Gulf neighbors, sources say

BY REUTERS — Fri, 19 Jun 2026 09:25:50 GMT

Three or four cells, each comprising about 10 elite Iraqi Shi'ite Muslim fighters, launched at least seven drone attacks from desert locations near the southern cities of Basra and Samawa.

Republicans blast Trump's Iran agreement as details emerge

BY REUTERS — Fri, 19 Jun 2026 02:42:34 GMT

The criticism was a rare rebuke from members of the Republican Party who have mostly offered full loyalty to the president, but are increasingly restive.

Diplomatic agreements may lead to Israel-Iran escalation, former Navy commander warns

BY 103FM — Fri, 19 Jun 2026 01:22:55 GMT

Maj. Gen. (res.) Eliezer Marom also addressed the progress of Iran's nuclear program and expressed deep skepticism about the reliability of international understandings.

Iran to invite UN, US nuclear inspectors to enriched material sites - report

BY ARIELLA ROITMAN — Thu, 18 Jun 2026 23:41:34 GMT

Tehran extended an invitation to IAEA Director-General Rafael Mariano Grossi and would allow him to bring “US nuclear inspectors” to Iran, US envoy Steve Witkoff told US officials.

How does Donald Trump's MoU with Iran compare to Obama's 2015 nuclear deal? - explainer

BY REUTERS — Thu, 18 Jun 2026 22:03:45 GMT

Here is how Obama's 2015 Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action and Trump's Memorandum of Understanding on Iran compare.