Tehran threatened a "forceful response" against vessels straying from its approved Hormuz routes, even as mediators said indirect US-Iran talks in Doha concluded with "positive progress". The next round of talks will wait until after Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's funeral, which begins on Saturday.

Iran has refused to meet with top US envoys, casting doubt on peace prospects. Disagreements persist over a ceasefire and terms for lifting the Strait of Hormuz blockade. While…

Iran and US conclude Doha talks on implementing MoU to end Middle East war, agree to set up a channel to monitor violations and secure Strait of Hormuz shipping.

Iran's joint military command has issued a stern warning to all oil tankers traversing the Strait of Hormuz. Vessels must adhere strictly to approved routes, or face immediate and…

DUBAI: Iran’s joint military command warned on Thursday that all oil tankers moving through the Strait of Hormuz must use its approved routes or face a “forceful response,”…