LIVEUS-Iran talks inch forward as oil markets brace for prolonged disruptionLast updated: May 23, 2026 | 07:05Gulf News ReportUAEDonald TrumpIsraelIranUS-Israel-Iran warShipping, oil and diplomacy face pressure as Gulf tensions remain elevated.AFP--Fresh uncertainty is surrounding the Strait of Hormuz as reports suggest Iran is exploring a shipping payment framework with Oman, while negotiations with Washington show only limited progress. Concerns are also mounting over a possible global oil supply crunch, tightened Iranian airspace restrictions and signs of heightened US military readiness, underscoring the fragile state of Gulf tensions. Follow our live coverage for the latest updates.HighlightsSHOW MORE06:53 AM, 23 May 2026Israel carries out five airstrikes in east Lebanon: state news agency
Israel carried out five airstrikes late Friday near the Syrian border after calling for the evacuation of two areas in the south of the country, the state news agency said.The National News Agency said Israeli warplanes struck shortly before midnight, targeting the Nabi Sreij area on the outskirts of the eastern town of Brital, which had been spared from attacks since an April 17 ceasefire.AFP06:52 AM, 23 May 2026Blasts in and around Tyre, southern Lebanon, after Israeli warning: AFPTwo buildings in and around the southern Lebanese city of Tyre were struck overnight Friday into Saturday, after the Israeli military issued an evacuation warning.An AFP correspondent reported hearing two explosions as one building on the outskirts of the city was struck, then seeing smoke rising from the scene and smoke rising before civil defence teams arrived.Shortly afterwards, a second blast was heard inside the city, with smoke also rising from the location.06:32 AM, 23 May 2026Reported Oman-Iran talks signal new phase in Hormuz crisis
