Summary

  • Trump said South Korea refused to join the US in 'denuclearisation of Iran'
  • US President hailed Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Pakistan defence deal
  • Trump threatened to strike Oman if they 'get in way' of Hormuz deal: Fox News
  • Iran warned of wider escalation in Hormuz Strait, region if diplomacy fails: Senior official to Reuters
  • Trump said US not seeking to extend interim deal with Iran
  • Kushner said Iran-US conversations are robust but no understanding yet: Fox News
  • 11:34 PM, Aug 17, 2026

    No deal reached: US, Iran miss MoU deadline as Hormuz tensions escalate—Day wrapped

  • 11:09 PM, Aug 17, 2026

    Kushner says Iran, US conversations are robust but no understanding yet: Fox News

  • 10:57 PM, Aug 17, 2026

    Trump approval falls to 33%, lowest of his presidency:  Reuters

  • 10:19 PM, Aug 17, 2026

    Trump says US not seeking to extend interim deal with Iran

  • 10:17 PM, Aug 17, 2026

    Iran condemns 'suspicious' drone attack on Iraqi Kurdistan PM's office

  • 10:07 PM, Aug 17, 2026

    Turkish FM discusses reopening Strait of Hormuz with Iranian counterpart

  • 9:47 PM, Aug 17, 2026

    Iraq to probe drone attack on Kurdistan PM's office, statement says: AFP

  • 9:26 PM, Aug 17, 2026

    US Cencom redirected 64 commercial vessels as of today

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  • 8:57 PM, Aug 17, 2026

    Iran holding two artists who met with French diplomats: Supporters

  • 8:31 PM, Aug 17, 2026

    US energy chief says he will speak to refiners about boosting output

  • 8:13 PM, Aug 17, 2026

    In pictures: Netanyahu billboard urges voters to back him ahead of Israel election

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  • 7:42 PM, Aug 17, 2026

    Stocks lower as Hormuz concerns and high oil prices persist

  • 7:17 PM, Aug 17, 2026

    Iran’s rulers wary of more economic pain, unrest if US tightens pressure

  • 6:46 PM, Aug 17, 2026

    Israeli flags on Lebanon road violate UN resolution: UNIFIL

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  • 6:17 PM, Aug 17, 2026

    Pentagon inks Tomahawk deal amid reports of missile shortfall: AFP

  • 6:09 PM, Aug 17, 2026

    US-Iran ceasefire deadline approaches with no deal in sight: Where we stand 

  • 5:55 PM, Aug 17, 2026

    US-Iran deal deadline arrives amid Hormuz dispute

  • 5:55 PM, Aug 17, 2026

    Stocks lower as Hormuz concerns and high oil prices persist

  • 5:22 PM, Aug 17, 2026

    Aoun reaffirms Lebanon’s commitment to framework deal, calls for US support

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  • 5:08 PM, Aug 17, 2026

    Cargo vessel boarded by eight armed men off the coast of Somalia

  • 4:49 PM, Aug 17, 2026

    Iran says 2 French diplomats accused of 'interference' barred from returning

  • 4:35 PM, Aug 17, 2026

    Iran warns of wider escalation in Hormuz, region if diplomacy with US fails: Reuters

  • 4:09 PM, Aug 17, 2026

    Houthis claim they attacked Saudi vessels off Yemen’s Mocha

  • 4:06 PM, Aug 17, 2026

    Pakistan FM, Turkish counterpart discuss regional developments 

  • 4:00 PM, Aug 17, 2026

    Trump threatens to strike Oman if they 'get in way' of Hormuz deal: Fox News

  • 3:47 PM, Aug 17, 2026

    UAE President welcomes Omani Sultan for talks on bilateral ties, regional issues

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  • 3:20 PM, Aug 17, 2026

    Yemen parties must halt actions risking return to 'full-scale conflict': UN

  • 2:47 PM, Aug 17, 2026

    Trump says Iran cannot have a nuclear weapon

  • 2:12 PM, Aug 17, 2026

    Aoun welcomes petition for UNIFIL mandate extension

  • 1:30 PM, Aug 17, 2026

    Oil prices mixed on Monday

  • 12:47 PM, Aug 17, 2026

    Iran spokesperson says Oman talks continue

  • 12:03 PM, Aug 17, 2026

    Two Iranian drones target KRG's office: Statement

    quote    We condemn these attacks and acts of aggression in the strongest terms. Such actions are completely unacceptable, and the perpetrators bear full responsibility for their consequences

    Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP) Foreign Relations Office

  • 10:41 AM, Aug 17, 2026

    Pakistan PM thanks Trump for welcoming Makkah deal

  • 9:53 AM, Aug 17, 2026

    Iran used truce to prepare for broader war: Wall Street Journal

  • 9:04 AM, Aug 17, 2026

    In pictures: Funeral of slain Hezbollah commander in Beirut

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  • 8:26 AM, Aug 17, 2026

    Trump hails Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Pakistan defence deal

  • 7:32 AM, Aug 17, 2026

    South Korea refueses to join US in 'denuclearisation of Iran'

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  • 7:22 AM, Aug 17, 2026

    Deployment of USS Abraham Lincoln not nearly long enough: Trump

  • 7:15 AM, Aug 17, 2026

    Truce enters Day 61

  • 7:15 AM, Aug 17, 2026

    Leader of US Central Command visits the USS Abraham Lincoln

    quote    My time aboard USS Abraham Lincoln yesterday was awe-inspiring. I wish every American could see the crew in action. You would beam with absolute pride when witnessing their camaraderie, teamwork and resilience

    The leader of U.S. Central Command, Admiral Brad Cooper