Iran's Revolutionary Guards threatened strikes on US Middle East sites after American forces targeted Iranian tankers, as Washington awaited Tehran's response to a peace proposal while tensions escalated across the region involving Israel, Hezbollah, and mediators.
Vivian Balakrishnan discussed the Strait of Hormuz and cooperation with Middle East nations.
Saudi foreign minister sees progress towards ending Yemen war
Saudi Arabia’s scramble for an exit strategy in Yemen
Saudi foreign minister sees progress to end Yemen conflict
Peace, pacts, and recognition: Saudi Arabia at the forefront of a new Middle East
Pakistan hosts foreign ministers from Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Egypt. The meeting aims to find a diplomatic solution to the Iran war. Talks are scheduled for Sunday.
Israel struck Iran's South Pars gasfield. Iran retaliated against Qatar's Ras Laffan.
Saudi Arabia's Foreign Minister warned Iran that regional neighbours have significant capabilities to respond to attacks. The warning comes amid ongoing tensions in the Gulf. A response is expected if attacks continue.
Saudi Arabia proposes ceasefire to Yemen's Houthi rebels to end war
Vivian Balakrishnan discussed Hormuz strait and cooperation with four Middle East nations.
Gulf states hold Yemen talks despite boycott by the Houthis
Saudi Arabia proposes cease-fire in Yemen as war drags on
Saudi Arabia proposes ceasefire plan to Yemen’s Houthi rebels
The US and Iran are engaging in backchannel talks. Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Turkiye, and Egypt are facilitating these talks. A deal may be reached with Trump's involvement.
Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and Turkiye's foreign ministers will visit Pakistan. The visit aims to resolve ongoing disputes. Talks are scheduled with Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister.
The Iran war has entered day 20. Israeli and Iranian forces are exchanging attacks, targeting energy infrastructure. The conflict is ongoing.
Vivian Balakrishnan discussed Hormuz strait and cooperation with four Middle East nations.
Rising tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, driven by regional attacks and shipping restrictions involving Iran, Israel, and Gulf states, threaten maritime security and energy supplies, potentially triggering recession across the Gulf as diplomatic efforts struggle to stabilize markets and prevent wider escalation.
Saudi foreign minister says efforts to extend the truce in Yemen still stand
Saudi Arabia Offers Cease-Fire in Yemen and Lifting of Blockade
Foreign Ministers of Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Turkiye, and Egypt met in Antalya to discuss cooperation.
Pakistan's deputy PM announced Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and Turkey's endorsement of Middle East peace talks. Foreign ministers met in Islamabad to discuss the conflict. Talks aim to find a peaceful resolution.
Saudi Arabia expelled Iran's military attache and four embassy staff. The move follows an attack on the Red Sea port of Yanbu. Iran had blocked the Hormuz Strait.
Saudi Arabia's foreign minister warned Iran that Gulf states' tolerance is limited. Iran has attacked energy facilities in the Middle East. A concrete response is expected from Gulf states.