Strait of Hormuz will reopen only if US accepts Tehran's conditions, warns IRGCUS not expected to launch new strikes against Iran 'for the time being'US ambassador to Lebanon says talks with Hezbollah ‘possible’ but only if group is seriousTrump's 'Economic D-Day' against Iran only fuels tensions, says ChinaLebanon’s President Aoun says negotiations with Israel preferable to warOmani foreign minister says talks on Hormuz in Tehran were 'constructive' Iranians panic buy as fuel shortages hitPlay00:25Iran ambassador loses diplomatic immunity in LebanonPlay01:35Manus on Markets: Could US sanctions shock the system? Play02:06The National discusses new set of sanctions on IranPlay01:16US announces new economic campaign against IranPlay01:22UN chief calls for end of standstill in Strait of HormuzPlay01:24US warns allies to back its Iran strategyPlay01:53Trump says Iran is not ready for the 'right' dealPlay00:48Pope Leo renews appeal for Gaza aid and reconstructionPlay00:41South Lebanon ridgeline could be the next flashpointPlay01:05CloseUpdated: August 27, 2026, 3:57 AM