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ships trapped in the Gulf by the Iran war](https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/may/03/trump-says-iran-has-not-yet-paid-a-big-enough-price-as-he-reviews-new-peace-proposal) through the strait of Hormuz, and claimed his representatives were having “very positive” discussions with Iran. Trump
ships trapped by the Iran war out of the Gulf through the strait of Hormuz on Monday morning, and claimed his representatives were having “very positive” discussions with Iran.** Trump
ships and crews marooned in the Gulf by the Iran war. He was prepared to do this not just for the US and the Middle East but on behalf the “country of Iran,” in particular
discuss plans for the closed-door meetings. The official said talks will be held May 14 and 15. ### Iran creates agency to control passage at Hormuz Iran established a new government agency to approve transit
Gulf. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, meanwhile, accused Washington of pursuing a policy of “maximum pressure” and expecting Iran to submit to unilateral demands. Here is what we know: ## In Iran - ****US pauses Hormuz escorts:**** Trump
Iran on Saturday reversed its decision on reopening the strait, and its military opened fire at a ship trying to pass through the waterway after US President Donald Trump said Washington will continue its blockade
Iran threatening to stop shipping in the Gulf in retaliation - the president’s latest assertion that the war is “very close to over” may be optimistic. In today’s episode, Justin and Sarah discuss China
discussions with Iran, but warned that any interference with the operation would “have to be dealt with forcefully”. It remains unclear how the campaign will be implemented, as Iran has warned ships from entering
Trump said, adding that his representatives are having discussions with Iran that could lead to something "very positive for all." U.S. Central Command said the initiative would involve guided-missile destroyers, more than 100 aircraft
Gulf for more than two months, after the US and Israel attacked Iran two months ago, disrupting global energy supplies. “We have told these countries that we will guide their ships safely out of these
Gulf. UK and US energy and financial markets are closed on Monday for public holidays. Trump said on social media on Saturday that he had a "very good call" with the leaders of Saudi Arabia
ships in the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday. - Iran’s armed forces turned back two tankers attempting to transit the Strait of Hormuz on Sunday after issuing warnings. The semi-official Tasnim news agency said
Trump administration require “time and patience”, noting Tehran had previously entered talks with Washington only to later come under attack. ## War diplomacy - **Rubio meets pope amid war tensions:** US Secretary of State Marco Rubio discussed
discuss the war on Iran, tensions around the Strait of Hormuz and the growing risks linked to artificial intelligence. The biggest flashpoints include: ### Tech vs rare earths Technology and supply chains are expected
Gulf countries and Israel on Saturday, Trump said the U.S. and Iran have ["largely negotiated" a memorandum](target=_blank) of understanding to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. But on Sunday, he said in a series
Gulf including Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. Iran struck U.S. military bases and energy infrastructure in those countries in retaliation for U.S. and Israeli strikes. A ceasefire was agreed in April. Several thousand
discussed with major shipping companies and it was unclear whether it would be effective. Richard Meade, the editor of Lloyd’s List, a specialist shipping industry title, said this week: “No major industry organisations that
Gulf oil producers to the open ocean. Days after the ceasefire began on April 8, Trump announced a blockade on Iranian ports and ships, [restricting Tehran’s ability to export oil](/news/2026/4/14/how-much-will-us-hormuz-blockade-hurt-iran-and-does-tehran-have-an-escape) and cutting
Trump administration effectively controls Iran’s ability to import goods it desperately needs. Analysts say, in some ways, that economic chokehold could exert even more pressure on Iran than the American military might. “[Iran
Trump and Friedrich Merz at the White House last month. Photograph: Win McNamee/Getty Images Iran put forward a new proposal on Monday for a ceasefire deal focused on opening the strait of Hormuz, setting aside