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2026-05-102026-06-13

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  1. June 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    The Iranian navy said it had hit two ships trying to sail through the Strait of Hormuz, state television IRIB and the Mehr agency reported.

    US, Iran hit each other again as hopes for quick peace deal fade
  3. The Standard

    Iranian state television IRIB reported early Saturday, local time, that "several explosions were heard" in Sirik in southern Iran at around 2:30 am (2300 GMT Friday).

    US, Iran trade strikes despite visas for World Cup footballers
  4. The Standard

    Shortly after, Iran's Revolutionary Guards said they targeted an "air base from which the attack originated" used by the US military, state broadcaster IRIB reported Monday, without specifying the location of the base.The Guards' announcement came on the heels of the Kuwaiti mili

    US, Iran exchange fire as negotiations stall
  5. May 2026
  6. Citizen Digital

    Iran's Revolutionary Guards had shot down a US military drone "about to enter Iranian territorial waters to conduct hostile operations", Iran's state broadcaster IRIB reported, an incident that has not been confirmed by the United States.

    Trump says Iran has agreed to no nuclear weapons
  7. Citizen Digital

    Iran's Revolutionary Guards had shot down a US military drone "about to enter Iranian territorial waters to conduct hostile operations", Iran's state broadcaster IRIB reported, an incident that has not been confirmed by the United States.

    Trump says Iran has agreed to no nuclear weapons
  8. The Standard

    mporary ceasefire in April followed by historic talks hosted by Pakistan, bursts of armed conflict have continued.Iran's Revolutionary Guards had shot down a US military drone "about to enter Iranian territorial waters to conduct hostile operations", Iran's state broadcaster IRIB

    Trump says Iran has agreed to no nuclear weapons
  9. Citizen Digital

    Iran had also fired at four ships trying to transit the Strait of Hormuz without authorisation, state broadcaster IRIB reported Thursday.

    Iran says no trust in US 'words', waiting for Washington to act
  10. The Standard

    Tehran had responded to US strikes by targeting "the American airbase that served as the source of the attack", state broadcaster IRIB reported, citing the Revolutionary Guards.The Guards did not specify the location of the base, but Kuwait, which hosts US troops, said its air de

    Vance says progress made as US-Iran deal awaits Trump green light
  11. The Standard

    According to state broadcaster IRIB, Tehran's response to the US plan, passed to Pakistani mediators, focuses on ending the war "on all fronts, especially Lebanon" -- where Israel has kept up its fight with Iran-backed Hezbollah -- as well as on "ensuring shipping security." It p

    Trump rejects Iran peace terms, Tehran warns of new attacks
  12. The Standard

    According to state broadcaster IRIB, Tehran's response, passed to Pakistani mediators, focuses on ending the war "on all fronts, especially Lebanon" -- where Israel has kept up its fight with Iran-backed Hezbollah -- as well as on "ensuring shipping security".US President Donald

    Iran responds to US peace proposal as drones hit Gulf

Thursday 11 June

  1. US and Iran exchange strikes as peace talks stall

    The United States launched fresh attacks against Iran on Thursday, prompting Tehran to retaliate, marking the second straight day of tit-for-tat strikes amid a three-month war. US President Donald Trump accused Iran of dragging out negotiations and said it will "have to pay the price," while the strikes sent oil prices rising.

    11 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Saturday 6 June

  1. US, Iran trade military strikes despite World Cup ceasefire attempts

    New attacks in the Middle East on Friday threatened a fragile US-Iran ceasefire that has been in place since April 8, with the US military striking Iranian radar sites after downing drones, and Iran's Revolutionary Guards responding with missile strikes toward Kuwait and Bahrain. Weeks of complex talks have failed to secure a deal to end the war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

    6 June 2026 · The Standard

Monday 1 June

  1. US, Iran trade strikes as ceasefire talks stall

    The United States and Iran exchanged military strikes on Monday as negotiations to end the war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz remained deadlocked over disagreements on Iranian nuclear efforts and fighting in Lebanon. The US military carried out "self-defense strikes" on Iranian radar and drone control sites in response to a downed US drone, and Iran's Revolutionary Guards said they targeted a US military air base in retaliation.

    1 June 2026 · The Standard

Sunday 31 May

  1. Trump claims Iran agreed to no nuclear weapons

    US President Donald Trump said he has secured guarantees from Iran that it would not develop nuclear weapons, as reports emerged he sent a tougher peace proposal back to Tehran to formally end the Middle East war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

    31 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Trump claims Iran agrees not to develop nuclear weapons

    US President Trump said he secured guarantees from Iran that it would not develop nuclear weapons, as reports emerged he had sent a revised peace proposal with "tougher" terms to Tehran. His priorities include stopping Iranian nuclear development and reopening the blockaded Strait of Hormuz.

    31 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. Trump claims Iran has agreed to halt nuclear weapons development

    US President Donald Trump said he secured guarantees from Iran that it would not develop nuclear weapons, while reports indicate he has sent a revised, tougher peace proposal to Tehran. Iran has previously cast doubt on Trump's assertions, and the parties appear far apart on key priorities including Iran's demand for $12 billion in frozen assets before substantive talks on its nuclear program.

    31 May 2026 · The Standard

Saturday 30 May

  1. Iran demands US action, not words, on ceasefire deal

    Iran's top negotiator said Tehran would only trust Washington's actions, not its words, after US Vice President JD Vance announced progress on a ceasefire extension and peace framework. President Donald Trump has remained silent about the deal despite US sources saying it only needed his sign-off.

    30 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 29 May

  1. US, Iran near ceasefire deal awaiting Trump approval

    US Vice President JD Vance said Washington and Tehran are close to agreeing a deal to extend their Middle East ceasefire, though the breakthrough still requires President Trump's approval. The potential agreement would allow unrestricted shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, with Iran removing mines within 30 days and the US lifting its naval blockade if commercial traffic resumes, but Iran has not confirmed commitments and has said any unilaterally announced deal by Trump would not be recognized.

    29 May 2026 · The Standard

Monday 11 May

  1. Trump rejects Iran's peace proposal, Tehran warns of retaliation

    US President Trump branded Iran's terms for ending the Middle East war "totally unacceptable," prompting Tehran to warn it would retaliate against new US strikes and restrict foreign warships in the Strait of Hormuz. The standoff sent oil prices sharply higher, with Brent crude rising 4.65 percent and WTI surging over 4 percent as investors feared further supply disruptions.

    11 May 2026 · The Standard

Sunday 10 May

  1. Iran responds to US peace proposal amid Gulf drone strikes

    Iran delivered a response to Washington's peace proposal to Pakistani mediators, focusing on ending the war on all fronts, especially in Lebanon, and ensuring shipping security. The response came as drones threatened Gulf targets on Sunday, including a strike that damaged a freighter heading to Qatar, and amid Tehran's warnings against retaliation for any new US strikes.

    10 May 2026 · The Standard

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