Iran says two tankers catch fire after hitting mines in Strait of Hormuz

The vessels, each carrying about two million barrels of crude oil, used an unauthorised route, the IRGC says. Published On 18 Oct 202618 Oct 2026 Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has said two oil tankers, each carrying about two million …

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Oil prices over $100 could affect war with Iran, leading to escalation before elections - analysis

High oil prices are going to be an issue over the next few weeks if they continue to stay above $100 a barrel. That is a clear challenge for the United States and also potentially for Israel in terms of keeping a lid on a renewed conflict with Iran prior …

Yemeni official rejects Iran mediation offer, blames Tehran for attacks

3 hours agoPinned Yemeni official rejects Iran's offer to mediate conflict, accuses Tehran of fueling Houthi attacks Yemeni official Afrah Al-Zouba rejected Iran's offer to mediate the conflict in Yemen on Saturday, accusing Tehran of fueling the …

From Proxy War To Direct Deterrence: Is Iran Redefining Its Regional Strategy? – Analysis

Key Takeaways: Iran’s traditional “forward defense” through affiliated groups such as Hezbollah, Iraqi militias, the Houthis, and Palestinian militants has suffered setbacks since October 2023, including major losses for Hezbollah and Hamas and the loss of …

Iran And The U.S. Edge Toward A Deal As Economic Pressure Mounts – Analysis

Key Takeaways: Iran is finalizing a response to U.S. comments on its New York proposal, with both sides signaling openness to diplomacy, yet remaining divided over the sequence of steps: Tehran seeks blockade relief, asset releases, and an end to fighting …

In midterm races, Democrats are using the Iran war to target Republicans—even some who never served in Congress and ...

In Wisconsin, a narrator complains that “groceries, utilities, everything’s getting more expensive and Congressman (Derrick) Van Orden is adding to the list. He voted for the costly Iran war and spiking gas prices.” In Nebraska, Democratic candidate Chris …

Iran war will end very quickly, lower gas prices: Donald Trump

Donald Trump said the Iran war will end quickly, lowering US gas prices, and defended strikes on its nuclear sites. Iran's Deputy FM called for an end to hostilities, accused the US of breaching agreements, and maintained its nuclear program is …

Pakistan suspends Iran trade corridors over 'security, smuggling concerns'

<p>GWADAR/QUETTA: Pakistan has suspended trade with Iran through the official Gabd-Rimdan (250) and Taftan border crossings, it emerged on Saturday.</p> <p>The Ministry of Commerce issued a memorandum on Friday, seen by <em> …

Trump asserts Iran war will end “very quickly”; touts military strikes on Tehran’s nuclear sites

Kentucky [US], October 18 (ANI): US President Donald Trump on Saturday (local time) expressed confidence that the ongoing war with Iran would end “very quickly”, claiming that the conclusion of hostilities would bring down energy costs for American …