Why One Global Shipping Choke Point Isn’t a Blueprint for Another
The Strait of Malacca may be a model for how Oman and Iran could collect fees in the Strait of Hormuz, but the differences between the waterways are vast.
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Iran Prepares to Bury Supreme Leader
Millions of people are expected at ceremonies in Iran and Iraq to mourn the death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei months after he was killed in U. S. -Israeli strikes.
U.S. Officials Believed Israel Was Plotting to Kill Iranian Negotiators
Any Israeli attempt to kill Abbas Araghchi, the foreign minister, or Mohammad Ghalibaf, the Parliament speaker, would have derailed peace talks, American officials feared.
Mass Mournings,6 Days and 2 Countries: Iran Prepares to Bury Supreme Leader
Long-delayed funeral ceremonies for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, killed during U. S. -Israeli strikes at the war’s outset, are set to begin Friday.
U.S. Says Iran May Swap Ideology For Investment. History Shows Otherwise
Senior U. S. officials have said Iran would be richly rewarded for changing its stance on the United States.
U.S. Resumes Dollar Transfers to Iraq After Monthslong Suspension
The Trump administration had halted the shipments to Iraq as part of its efforts to pressure the Baghdad government to distance itself from Iran.
Can the World’s Largest Stadium Explain the Global Economy?
High growth rates and surging exports in Vietnam mask deep frustrations in one of Asia’s most ambitious countries.
Sea Hawk Helicopter Makes Emergency Landing in Arabian Sea, Navy Says
Three crew members were rescued, though a fourth remained missing. There is no indication that the landing was caused by “hostile action,” the Navy said.
How the Iran War Ignited a Clash Between Trump and the Saudi Crown Prince
Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman pressed President Trump earlier to cripple Iran. But as Iran asserted its power, the prince urged a cease-fire, and is now pursuing his security priorities.
After Trading Attacks, U.S. and Iran Edge Back Toward Diplomacy
With negotiators in Qatar, oil prices are easing as shipowners send more vessels through the Strait of Hormuz, unblocking energy flows.
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After U.S.-Iran War, Oman Is Said to Propose Strait of Hormuz Fee Plan
Under the proposal, Iran and Oman would collect payment for ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz, according to officials and diplomats with knowledge of the matter.
The 1968 Pact on Shipping Routes in the Strait of Hormuz That Iran Is Rejecting
For decades, a maritime agreement negotiated by Iran and Oman has governed the main pathways through the strait.
Why Everyone Cares About This World Cup
Our reporter explains the magic of this moment, and two fans of the Iranian soccer team discuss its complexity.
Oil Prices Hold Steady as Iran and U.S. Prepare for Talks
Iran and the United States were set for further talks after a spurt of hostilities had underscored the uncertainty surrounding attempts to strike a lasting peace deal.
Shipping Traffic in Strait of Hormuz Picks Up Again
Vessels stranded for months have started moving in larger numbers, but many pulled back over the weekend after Iran and the U. S. exchanged attacks.
‘The Daily’: Why everyone cares about this year’s tournament.
Tariq Panja, a Times reporter, explains the magic of this moment, and two fans of Iran’s soccer team discuss its complexity with Times producer Anna Foley.
Ships Pull Back Amid Heightened Risk From U.S.-Iran Strikes
Four days of attacks by both countries forced a sharp decline in the number of vessels navigating through the Strait of Hormuz.
Israel and Iran Have Divided Democrats and Republicans. Will They Ever Be the Same?
Raging internal debates over foreign policy threaten both parties’ fortunes in November — and in 2028. Is a major ideological shift underway?