Iran US Conflict

'Some optimism' in US-Iran negotiations despite major disagreements, sources tell 'Post'

US-Iran negotiations show some progress through Qatari mediation, but major disagreements over Tehran's nuclear program threaten a potential deal.

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi shakes hands with Sultan of Oman Haitham bin Tariq Al Said in Muscat, Oman, June 23, 2026.
King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, King of Bahrain receives Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates, before a meeting with HH Sheikh Mohamed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, in this undated picture obtained by Reuters.

UAE hopes to avert new Iran conflict, prepares for worst-case scenario

People walk on a street near a mural featuring an image of the late Supreme Leader of Iran, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, in Tehran, Iran, May 18, 2026.

Israel prepares for possible Iran escalation as US delays military action until after midterms

US President Donald Trump points a finger as he speaks during a rally at Florida Gulf Coast University's Alico Arena ahead of the midterm elections, in Fort Myers, Florida, US, October 23, 2026.

Trump's oil holdings surge 43% amid Iran war, raising conflict of interest concerns - report


Iran threatens to sever Gulf internet cables in retaliation if US, Israel renew attacks

Iran has drawn up plans to target undersea internet cables in the Gulf if attacked again by the US and Israel, potentially disrupting regional networks.

A person wades in the water as ships are seen anchored in the Strait of Hormuz on August 10, 2026 off the coast of Bandar Abbas, Iran.

Iran's parliament approves Mehrdad Akhlaghi as defense minister after predecessor killed by Israel

Akhlaghi replaces Majid Ebn al-Reza, who took over in an interim capacity after then Defense Minister Aziz Nasirzadeh was killed by US-Israeli strikes in February.

Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian addresses members of parliament in Tehran on March 2, 2025.

Oil prices over $100 could affect war with Iran, leading to escalation before elections - analysis

The US and Israel know that the main hurdle to keeping the lid on the war with Iran is the price of oil, and it will keep rising if no solution can be found for Hormuz and the Houthis.

Vessels transit the Strait of Hormuz off the coast of the port city of Bandar Abbas in southern Iran on September 5, 2026; illustrative

'Insufficent': Iranian regime rejects US response to conditions set to reopen Strait of Hormuz

"We presented seven conditions to the Americans and clearly stated that the Strait of Hormuz would not be opened to them, and no negotiations would take place," said Iran's security chief Rezaee.

A member of a police force stands guard on a street, amid the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran, in Tehran Wednesday, 1st April 2026

Iran retains missile, drone production capabilities despite months of US-Israeli strikes - report

Western intelligence assessments suggest Iran has preserved key weapons factories and can replenish its missile arsenal despite months of US-Israeli attacks.

(Illustrative) Ballistic missiles launched from Iran, as seen over Jerusalem, during the war with Iran and ongoing missile fire toward Israel, April 7, 2026.

Israel warned Germany of increased risk to US military bases, senior US official says - report

Israeli intelligence reportedly warned of possible Iranian-backed attacks on US facilities in Europe, including Ramstein, Spangdahlem and RAF Fairford, amid concerns over potential drone strikes.

The entrance of the U.S. Air Force Spangdahlem Air Base is seen on August 03, 2020 in Spangdahlem, Germany.

Iran weighing options against US, Israel as nuclear talks stall, Israeli defense official says

A senior Israeli defense official said Iran's room for maneuver has narrowed amid US sanctions, while Israel is preparing for the possibility that an Iranian move could spiral out of control.

Members of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) attend an exercise in southern Iran Monday, 16th February 2026

US, Iran may return to fighting after midterm elections, reached 'diplomatic stalemate' - report

This follows separate talks in New York between Qatari mediators and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, along with a US delegation that included Jared Kushner.

Jared Kushner speaks to members of the media next to U.S. Vice President JD Vance in Kiryat Gat, Israel, October 21, 2025.

Trump vows victory in Iran war 'very soon,' officials in talks with Iranian mediators

"We're going to win; as far as I'm concerned, it's going to be one way or the other," Trump said in the Oval Office. "It's going to go pretty quickly."

US President Donald Trump attends Presidents Cup at the Medinah Country Club Sunday, 27th September 2026

Iran's IRGC claims to have seized US autonomous underwater vehicle in Strait of Hormuz

Army Spokesperson Mohammad Akraminia added that Iran was ready for confrontation and to inflict greater damage on the US.

This photo obtained by AFP from the Iranian news agency Tasnim shows an Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) boat allegedly taking part in an operation to seize ships attempting to cross the Strait of Hormuz, on April 21, 2026.